Administrative Assistant (Payroll)

Join the UN as an Administrative Assistant for Payroll operations.

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Application deadline 2 years ago: Monday 20 Nov 2023 at 14:59 UTC

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Overview

Join the UN as an Administrative Assistant for Payroll operations.

You have:

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or related fields from an accredited institution with two (2) years of relevant professional experience
  • High school diploma with four (4) years of relevant experience
  • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government, or government institutions/organization
  • Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
  • Punctuality
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. One Drive, MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Attention to detail, ability to organize electronic files/paperwork in a methodical way
  • Discreet, detail and client-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things
  • High level of computer literacy

Contract

This is a G-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 4 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-4 contracts.

Job Highlights

Be part of the United Nations (UN) related agency. Dignified, orderly, and safe migration for the benefit of all. Join our team and experience working with a social purpose.

Job Description

Position Title: Administrative Assistant (Payroll)

Reference Number VN 150/2023

Job classification: G-4

Duty station: Manila (Global) Administrative Centre (MAC)

Type of Appointment: One-Year Fixed-Term with possibility of extension

Salary: Php 641,922 per annum net of taxes

Context

Under the overall supervision of the Chief, Manila Human Resources Operations (MHRO), and direct supervision of the Payroll Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the administrative tasks related to the needs of the MHRO Payroll unit.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related fields from an accredited institution with two (2) years of relevant professional experience; or, High school diploma with four (4) years of relevant experience.

Experience:

Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government, or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting in the area of administrative/executive support is an advantage. Excellent communication and team collaboration skills. Punctuality Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. One Drive, MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Attention to detail, ability to organize electronic files/paperwork in a methodical way. Discreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things. High level of computer literacy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications by 20 November 2023 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to: https://www.iom.int/vacancies/vn-150-2023-administrative-assistant-payroll

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

IOM welcomes applicants from qualified individuals, irrespective of their race, religion, skin, color, nationality, disability status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, mental health status, or any other characteristic.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience handling payroll and administrative tasks? This question assesses your relevant experience and familiarity with payroll operations. Provide specific examples of past roles where you managed payroll tasks or administrative responsibilities.
How do you prioritize your work when faced with multiple deadlines? The interviewer wants to know your time management skills and how you cope with pressure. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you communicated with a diverse team? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to maintain attention to detail in your work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What software tools have you used in previous roles, and how proficient are you with them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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