Business Support Assistant G5, WFP Tunisia

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JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for an enthusiastic Business Support Assistants who can respond independently to queries and problems with only general guidance. The ideal candidate is able to use judgment in dealing with unforeseen problems on a daily basis. The successful candidate should have experience and knowledge in providing the highest standards of services to their customers at different levels in the organization. They will provide coordination and administrative services to support efficient and effective services for the respective Unit.To deliver a wide range of business support processes and activities for a specific professional area of work, to facilitate effective service delivery.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

University degree in Business Administration, Commerce or any related fields

Experience:

Three or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the relative business stream with experience in general administrative work.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of specialised common business practices and methods, gained through relevant technical training and experience. • Ability to develop and maintain relationships with a range of individuals in order to provide a high quality support service. • Ability to carry out basic data analysis and independently rectify problems requiring attention. • Ability to monitor and record financial transactions. • Good communication skills required to give and receive information and work with a variety of individuals. • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Language:

Fluency in both oral and written communication in the Arabic, French and English languages.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Collate information for inclusion in reports, documents and correspondence, to support the effective work of other staff. 2. Respond to standard queries and provide timely and accurate guidance. 3. Process and manage routine administrative and financial tasks in various functional areas, to contribute to the effective and timely management of resources 4. Manage and maintain records and databases, to ensure information is organized and readily available for staff. 5. Maintain relationships with a range of individuals through the provision of business support to assist in information sharing and service delivery to staff. 6. Proof-read reports, documentation, correspondence, etc., making changes in line with established guidelines where appropriate. 7. Contribute to the improvement of business procedures and processes. 8. Collect and perform basic analysis of data to contribute to quality business information management.

Compensation Data

WFP offers a competitive compensation package including: - Attractive salary in accordance with industry standards - Attractive pension plan - Child allowance - Language allowance (subject to passing language assessment) - Medical coverage for staff and dependents - Variety of leave entitlements, incl. 30 days annual leave/year, maternity/paternity leave, and special leave arrangements.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Job Title: Business Support Assistant (2 openings) Type & Level of Contract: Fixed Term - Level 5 Duration: One year (renewable) Unit/Division: Administration Duty Station(City, Country): Tunis, Tunisia

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application no later than 4th November 2020.

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WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

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Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.