JOB DESCRIPTION

Org. Setting and Reporting The UN Secretary-General”s launched on 1 January 2019 a bold and new global reform which repositioned the UN Development System to deliver more effectively and efficiently with the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this reform, UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), under the leadership of an empowered and independent UN Resident Coordinator

• the highest-ranking official of the UN Development System and Representative of the UN Secretary-General at country level
• support countries in the achievement of their development priorities and the attainment of the SDGs. The position is located in the United Nations Resident Coordinator”s Office (RCO) in Georgia and reports to the Head of RCO.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT:

• Initiates, reviews, processes and follows-up on actions related to the administration of the unit’s human resource activities, e.g., recruitment of staff and consultants, placement, promotion, relocation, performance appraisal, job classification reviews, separation of staff members, training etc., ensuring consistency in the application of UN rules and procedures.
• Responds to enquiries and provides information and advice to staff regarding their entitlements, administrative procedures, processes and practices, conditions of service, duties and responsibilities, and entitlements under the Staff Rules and Regulations.
• Oversees the maintenance of vacancy announcement files and keeps track of the status of vacancy announcements. Reviews and processes personnel actions through the ERP System, like Umoja in the UN. Monitors staffing table and prepares relevant statistical data/charts.
• Monitors staffing table and prepare relevant statistical data/charts.
• Maintain and update consultant rosters; track contract cycles and performance evaluations.
• Participate as HR focal point in interview panels; compile candidate evaluations and summary reports. BUDGET & FINANCE:
• Assists in the preparation and review of financial and human resource proposals/requirements. Consolidates budget/work programme with respect to RCO”s budget, trust funds, grants and procurement.
• Monitors expenditures and compares with approved budget; prepares adjustments as necessary.
• Assists relevant staff in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions.
• Assists in preparation of budget performance submissions and finalization of budget performance reports, analyzing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures
• Prepares or customizes financial reports from Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP – known as Umoja in the UN) system generated reports.
• Co-ordinates with other finance and budget staff on related issues during preparation of budget reports. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION:
• Provides guidance, training and daily supervision to other staff in the area of responsibility.
• Provides assistance in drafting of budget agreements, or contributions for grants or other activities as appropriate.
• Identifies and resolves diverse issues/problems as they arise and determines appropriate actions.
• Acts as a focal point for Umoja requisitioner and petty cash custodian for the Country Office.
• Keeps abreast of activities of importance, latest policies, procedures and organizational changes affecting the team;
• Maintenance of rosters of high-level partners, telephone lists and databases of key contact persons/counterparts and vendors.
• Drafts routine correspondence to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant administrative, financial audit, personnel matters.
• Coordinates extensively with service units and liaises frequently with internal team members at Headquarters, in the Regional Office, within the RCO and at the country level with the members of the Operations Management Team as required. Performs other related administrative duties, as required (e.g., operational travel programme; monitoring accounts and payment to vendors and individual contractors for services; physical space planning; identification of office technology needs and maintenance of equipment, software and systems; organizing and coordinating seminars, conferences and translations).
• Supports the management of the immediate front-office operations with respect to communications, meetings and workflow; identifies complex or sensitive subjects, and contacts, for special treatment as well as priority issues that need to be brought to the supervisor”s attention.
• Establishes and maintains an efficient tracking and filing systems and procedures for correspondence and documents, when applicable through an automated system; monitoring work progress, follow-up on deadlines, commitments made, actions taken and coordination of collection and submission of inputs to the UN Resident Coordinator and/or externally.
• Communicates sensitive information to supervisor and coordinate responses to sensitive inquiries on behalf of the supervisor. Exercises discretion and confidentially of complex and sensitive matters and safekeeping /filing of confidential materials
• Coordinate different survey activities and maintain information platform data.
• Conduct yearly BOS review and validation; support relevant webinars and training.
• Collaborate closely with UN teams for training, survey alignment, and asset management.
• Lead regular asset performance monitoring as part of scheduled surveys, ensuring a comprehensive asset database is maintained and updated for operational accuracy.
• Provide backup support for Executive Associate when required.
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor, based on exigencies of the office/unit. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION/PROCUREMENT:
• Provides operational coordination and administrative services in Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP – known as Umoja in the UN), to support procurement projects and activities, following standard processes; raises requests for goods, services, and hiring of consultants/individual contractors
• Reviews and prepares requirements and scope of work and specifications of goods and services, and necessary documentation in consultation with relevant stakeholders
• Coordinates with the day-to-day administration of contracts between the UN and external contractors for goods and services
• Maintains internal files and relevant documentation for procurement activities
• Inspects and receipts goods/services received against the purchase order, invoices provided by the contractor, and performs asset management activities
• Processes the payment of contractors” invoices and monitors payments upon satisfactory receipt and performance
• Prepares and processes all UN forms and permissions for contractual and work Unit, Section or Service UN staff, including: UN grounds passes, property passes, UN parking permits, swipe-card access and door keys.
• Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor, based on exigencies of the office/unit.

Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work programme, human resources, database management, etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations administrative, financial and human resources rules and regulations in work situations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients” point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients” needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients” environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education Completion of High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job – Specific Qualification Not available.

Work Experience A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in administrative services, finance, accounting, audit, human resources or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced by two (2) years for candidates who possess a first level University degree. Work experience with an Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system, such as Umoja or similar, is desirable. Work experience with the United Nations or similar international organization is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or a related area is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Georgian is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).

Required Languages
LanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeakingEnglishUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIGeorgianUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level II

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice This is a Fixed Term Position. Appointment against this post is on a local basis and is open for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension subject to legislative body funding availability. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Internal Applicants: When completing the form, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up to date. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira “Need Help?” link.

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