text: and programme budget control to go into effect beginning 1990. This re- quired corresponding changes in the standard field office computer sys- tems and related headquarters systems. As part of the revision of central financial systems, a new Treasury Sys- tem has been acquired, and work is proceeding on new headquarters pro-gramme budget control, fund-raising and contributions receivable systems. The Supply Division in Copenhagen will, in 1990, introduce new systems for order registration and processing. A review is being conducted of UNICEF'S electronic information net- work, which provides National Com- mittees and LJNICHF offices with elec- tronic messaging and bulletin board services. Human resources management At the end of 1989, UNICKF numbered 4,466 staff members, including 1,074 international professionals (518 core, 494 non-core, 62 government-spon- sored), 552 national professionals (190 core, 362 non-core) and 2,840 general service staff (1,404 core, 1,436 non-core). These staff were assigned ro 196 locations in 106 countries (including Headquarters, regional and country offices, sub-offices and outpostings, and GC;O). Out of the total L'NICEF staff, 79.4 per cent served in the field. A number of steps ro strengthen human resources planning and per- sonnel management have been imple- mented, including improvement in personnel procedures and support sys- tems. Major progress has been made in putting in place a computerized and integrated personnel system, in- cluding personnel records, candidates' roster, vacancy monitoring, rotation and recruitment processes.A global staff training and career development strategy is being imple- mented and will further evolve to support the goals of the 1990s. In 1989 new training packages were de- veloped on the Bamako Initiative, Control of Diarrhoea! Diseases, Nu- trition, Management II, Training of Trainers, Personnel, Writing Skills and Effective 'Presentation. Building on the experience gained and feedback received on previous packages, the 1989 training packages have better
analysis: The text appears to be discussing the internal operations and management of UNICEF, focusing on its financial systems, personnel, and training programs. The mention of a new Treasury System, fund-raising and contributions receivable systems, and a computerized and integrated personnel system suggests a focus on administrative and organizational efficiency. The text also mentions humanitarian work, such as programs on diarrhea diseases and nutrition, which may indicate that UNICEF is involved in health-related activities.