Impact Operations Associate - Budget, Contracts & Travel

UNICEF; Fatih; On-site; TRY 280,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

UNICEF Istanbul is seeking an Operations Associate (G-6) to provide specialized administrative and procedural support for budget management, procurement, travel and invoicing within the Division of People and Culture. The role emphasizes compliance with UNICEF procedures and collaboration with the ITM and GSSC teams.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of six years of related experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage complex tasks across multiple offices in

Qualifications

• Six years of relevant professional experience in administrative and operational support roles.
• Experience in a UN or international organization setting is an asset.
• Strong budgeting and procurement knowledge and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Budget monitoring and financial status reporting in line with UNICEF rules.
• Procurement support including contracts and Long-Term Agreements for consultants and external partners; prepare contracts in VISION.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and monitor travel approvals and documentation.
• Process invoices and support payment cycles; respond to inquiries about status.
• Support procurement for learning and development services and related contracts.

Skills

Budget Monitoring

Financial Compliance

Procurement Procedures

Contract Management

Travel Arrangements

Invoice Processing

UNICEF Administrative Procedures

Record Keeping

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Secondary education

Additional relevant academic or professional qualifications

Job description

UNICEF Istanbul is seeking an Operations Associate (G-6) to provide specialized administrative and procedural support for budget management, procurement, travel and invoicing within the Division of People and Culture. The role emphasizes compliance with UNICEF procedures and collaboration with the ITM and GSSC teams.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of six years of related experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage complex tasks across multiple offices in