Programmer Analyst

Job Title: Programmer Analyst

Organization: UNICEF

Operational Analysis and Technology Centre (OATC), Supply Division

Job no: 562634
Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment
Duty Station: Copenhagen
Level: P-2
Location: Denmark
Categories: Information Communication Technology, Operations

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, supplies

The Operational Analysis and Technology Centre (OATC) provides ICT services for Supply Division (SD) to support UNICEF global supply chain operations. The services portfolio include requirements analysis, design, develop and implement solutions in the Logistics application area of SAP, develop interfaces between SAP and external systems and provide operational level 2 support.

How can you make a difference?

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

• Working with the systems analyst, conduct analysis of business requirements and develop solutions using ABAP Development tools, adhering to the UNICEF development standards. Perform code review and maintain proper functional and technical documentation of the solution.
• Develop interfaces between SAP and external systems using SAP PO(Process orchestration).
• Develop reports/core data services or API's to expose the SAP data to external reporting systems.
• Co-ordinate unit and integration testing with business users.
• Provide operational level 2 support in the ERP system to Supply Division Business Centres and to country offices.
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor or centre Chief.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Education: A first level university (Bachelor’s) degree in Computer Science or Business Administration or equivalent.

Specific Technical Knowledge:

Demonstrated knowledge in developing programs, utilities and reports using ABAP Development Tools in a complex ERP environment.

Excellent knowledge of Warehouse management and production planning  modules of the SAP system is essential. 

Excellent knowledge of interfaces development between SAP and external systems using SAP PO.

Excellent knowledge in developing system enhancements using BADI's and user exits..

Common Technical Knowledge Required:

Use of Microsoft Office Suite. This includes MS Project and MS VISIO

Project management methodologies

Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced:

Familiarity with SAP business technology Platform.

Knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA.

Work experience: Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible work experience in design, programming, configuration and implementation of SAP ERP in the areas of supply chain process.

• Systems development experience in WM and PP modules of SAP is essential.
• Experience in developing reports using ALV, document printouts using PDF Forms, SAPScripts  is essential.
• Interfaces development between SAP and external systems using SAP PO is essential.
• Development experience using SAP FIORI and Workflows is desirable.
• Experience working with the UN or an international, multi-cultural organization is desirable.

Language Requirements: Fluency in English and working knowledge of another UN language an advantage.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
• Works Collaboratively with others (1)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (1)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)
• Drive to achieve impactful results (1)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

Should you have already submitted your application for this position, you don't need to duplicate it. This is extension of the vacancy announcement. 

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Advertised: 04 Jul 2023 Romance Daylight Time
Deadline: 19 Jul 2023 Romance Daylight Time

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