Risk & Safeguarding Manager

Manages UNICEF Pakistan’s integrated enterprise, programme and operational risk profile and social and environmental safeguards, including PSEA and HACT, coordinating assessments, mitigation, monitoring, business continuity and partner capacity to keep programmes compliant and on track.

Department: Pakistan Country Office

• Coordinate enterprise risk management across programmes and operations
• Lead social and environmental safeguarding and PSEA integration
• Oversee programme implementation risk management and HACT controls
• Monitor operational risks and business-continuity arrangements
• Review roles, responsibilities and authorities across the country office
• Track mitigation measures and advise on programme improvements
• Build staff and partner capacity through consultations and training
• Report risk and safeguarding status to management and stakeholders

• Advanced university degree in social or management sciences, public administration, law, business administration, risk management, international development or another relevant field
• Minimum eight years of relevant national and international experience in risk management, programme management and safeguarding
• At least five years of progressive experience with UNICEF or a reputable international organisation in developing countries
• Demonstrated risk assessment, analytical thinking, problem solving, team leadership and stakeholder facilitation skills
• Fluency in English

• Fixed-term appointment for 24 months
• International Professional mobility requirements apply
• Appointment is subject to medical clearance and applicable visa requirements