Cover letter for UNICEF(5 samples)
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This article will list samples of “cover letters for UNICEF.”
Samples of UNICEF cover letter
When applying for a position at UNICEF, your cover letter is an opportunity for you to tell your story, without being stuck in the formatting constraints of the resume. The best format for writing a cover letter is as follows:
- Address the employer with a formal salutation. For example, “Dear/Hello (name of the recipient).” If you do not know the recipient’s name, you can refer to them as the hiring manager.
- The next step is to state the position you are applying for and how you found the opening.
- Make a brief statement about why you’re interested in the position. Write a paragraph about why you are the perfect candidate for the job.
- State your skills and work experience. Ensure your skills and experiences are similar to the job position. When highlighting skills, provide the accomplishment you have achieved.
- Conclude your letter with a forward-looking statement. For example, “I look forward to discussing the position further.”
Sample 1:
“POSITION: SOCIAL OFFICER
I am writing to apply for the position of a social policy officer with UNICEF. I believe that my competitiveness as a candidate can best be understood in terms of four factors. Firstly, I have acquired significant work experience in development finance, research, communications and stakeholder management. Most recently as a data analyst, I tracked and analysed spending patterns of donor countries and evaluated the year on year trends of development assistance. A major achievement for me on this role was providing data analytic contribution to Development Initiatives investment to end poverty report; a document used by policy makers in the development sector to base spending decisions and ensure resources are allocated based on need
Secondly, I hold a master’s degree in international development and as such possess extensive training in using quantitative and qualitative techniques to collect, analyse, and present a wide range of data to fill information gaps and enhance evidence based decisions. My work experience as a policy analyst with the international land coalition in Senegal and department of humanitarian affairs in Hong Kong has equally helped refine my narrative and formal writing skills. Additionally, I have experience conducting field research in rural Kenya where I utilised qualitative methods in evaluating the impact of ICT on educational delivery and livelihoods. My degree coupled with my work history has enhanced my capacity to interpret and present data in meaningful and multi-faceted ways.
Thirdly, one of my most prized assets is my ability to effectively establish partnerships between stakeholders and manage external relationships. My past role as a stakeholder manager afforded me the opportunity to deal with a wide range of interests whilst communicating effectively to ensure the overarching aim of the organization was met. I pride myself in being able to work independently and have the ability to use initiative when confronted with seemingly insurmountable problems.
Finally, I share and admire UNICEF’s human right based approach to international development. By analysing inequality and redressing discriminatory practices UNICEF has put itself in the best possible place to help vulnerable children escape poverty traps and take ownership of their future. I am excited at the opportunity to work with an organization that shares this very core belief regarding development work and hope I can utilize my extensive skills to further the cause of UNICEF.”
Sample 2:
“POSITION: social policy officer
Application for Social Policy Officer UNICEF
I am writing with regards to the position of Social Policy Officer at UNICEF. I have gained about two years working full-time as a news reporter and editor for a broadcast station that specializes in reaching out to people across the country.In my spare time, I am an active volunteer for the Slum2School initiative. As a volunteer, I am tasked with driving the growth and expansion of the organization, reaching out to slums, empowering disadvantaged children to reach their full potential, and playing with children to improve early child development.
In addition, I am skilled in conducting field work exercises and organizing social mobilization activities and I believe these skills can be used as an asset at UNICEF.This organization is a place where my qualifications as an International Studies and Diplomacy graduate, can make a difference because it contains the challenge to keep me on my toes and promises rewards for top performance. That is the kind of job I like to anticipate every morning.You should also know that I have a sincere appreciation of UNICEF. I have a great interest in learning about your programs and the successes recorded on child protection, social inclusion, humanitarian action and education.
As an enthusiastic candidate, I would be thrilled to get an opportunity to meet with you and discuss your expectations in greater detail. For additional information, kindly peruse my curriculum vitae. I look forward to hearing from you soon.Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours faithfully,”
Sample 3:
“Mr. David Bough
Human Resources Manager
UNICEF
39 Balt Road
San Antonio, TX 38742
Dear Mr. Bough:
When I read your ad for a Project Officer position at UNICEF, I was surprised at the perfect alignment between my qualifications and your requirements. This led me to further explore this opportunity.
As can be seen on the attached resume, I am exceptionally skilled in performing project management and support activities. Precisely, my qualifications include:
- Proficient in providing a range of support services, such as report preparation and resource coordination.
- Highly skilled in preparing and maintaining project documentation.
- Knowledge of sourcing, collating, and compiling data to identify emerging issues.
- Hands-on experience in tracking and reporting on project progress against established milestones.
- Proficient in undertaking research and analysis, and identifying trends.
- Adept at managing and facilitating the flow of essential information among company members.
- Well-versed in establishing quantitative staffing models used by strategy owners to inform resource requests.
- Able to provide cross-foundation analytics to senior management.
Apart from the above-mentioned qualifications, I offer the ability to provide operational support to project staff and consultants. Moreover, I am skilled in implementing procurement systems, and performance management processes. My previous employers recognized me as a team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
It would be a pleasure to meet with you in person so that I can highlight my suitability for a Project Officer job at UNICEF in detail. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Jacob Albert”
Sample 4:
“Harare, Zimbabwe
04 March 2022
The Hiring Manager
Health Section, Programme Groups
Unicef, Copenhagen
Dear Hiring Manager
RE: COVER LETTER APPLICATION FOR COORDINATION HEALTH FACILITY SOLAR ELECTRIFICATION POSITION
As an Individual with more than two years work experience and passionate about clean energy access in health and education facilities to strengthen health systems, I am persuaded that l am a competent candidate to undertake the Coordinator Health Facility Solar Electrification position.
As a United Nations Development Programme’s Project Assistant / Energy Specialist for Solar for Health project under the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria (GTFAM), I have successfully coordinated and managed the UNDP’s internal technical working group as well as represent Namibia and Zimbabwe on UNDP regional knowledge platform on intersection of health and energy which includes Malawi, Zambia, Liberia (countries beneficiary of UNDP’s solar for health project). I possess experience in building and managing database of more than 1000 health facilities under installation of solar, managing installation, maintenance contracts as well as commissioning of the solar systems.
I am experienced in wide sustainable energy research, analyses of existing initiatives both in the United Nations system (internally) and externally, in energy and health to inform UNDP’s guidance in innovative public-private partnership solar for health project. This is evidenced by successfully producing a UNDP Namibia sustainable solar for health stakeholder consultation report (attached in my application) that is currently being utilised to source for funds from Global Climate Fund for the roll out of low emission and climate resilient health systems and services project.
My experience spans beyond development partner’s project implementation but includes research on outlining feasible sustainability plan for solar electrification of health facilities beyond development partners funds. I intend to use my skills set and expertise to manage the launch and sustainability of internal and external working group as well as manage knowledge, as l have already demonstrated this through coordinating for the solar for health in both Namibia and Zimbabwe. My strong coordination and negotiation skills have facilitated in strong buy in for co-financing between and among private and government partners for the success of the solar for health project.
The Health Energy Service Companies (HESCOs) under UNDP shares a lot of concept ideas with UNICEF’s HFSE. Having implemented and researched on the feasibility studies of the HESCOs, l am fully convinced l am a deserving candidate to transfer knowledge and coordinate the solar electrification agenda aimed at strengthening the Primary Health Care for UNICEF’s HFSE. I successfully undertook a practical thesis research on An ex-post evaluation to determine and enhance the sustainability of International development partner’s renewable energy projects, which landed me a position with UNDP Namibia, I believe if considered for the Coordinator Health Facility Solar Electrification position, I will be a good facilitator and collaborator for the external and internal working groups under HFSEs.
Thank you in anticipation of your consideration of my application for this position
Yours sincerely,
Simbarashe”
Sample 5:
“January 7, 2023
Mr. Adam Doe
Personnel Manager
United Nations
323 Main Street
Houston, TX 32101
Dear Mr. Doe:
As a passionate and dependable administrative professional. I am writing to apply for an Administrative Assistant position at the United Nation’s Houston Office. Owing to my exceptional clerical skills and hands-on experience in the administrative arena, I feel confident that I am a good candidate for this job.
Through my work as an Administrative Assistant for The University of Ontario, I have built a strong record of attaining progressively responsible management positions during my short career.
Specifically, I have a demonstrated ability to:
Handle all aspects of general office coordination
Maintain office calendar to organize workflow and meeting
Answer telephones and transfer calls
Perform general clerical duties such as bookkeeping, copying, faxing, mailing, and filing
The attached resume details my specific skills pertinent to your needs.
As an enthusiastic candidate, I would like the opportunity to meet with you in order to discuss your expectations in greater detail. I will call you next week to follow up on my job application. Should you have any additional questions, please feel free to call me at (000) 657-0101.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
(Sign here)
Mary Brown
Attached: Resume and Reference Letters”
Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I write a cover letter for an NGO?
- Highlight your accounting skills.
- Use proper cover letter formatting.
- Use hard numbers to quantify your achievements.
Do I need a cover letter for a position at UNICEF?
Yes. A cover letter allows you to add essential information you didn’t have space for in a resume, as well as explain (in words) how your experiences are tied to the role you’re applying for.
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