National Administrative and Human Resources Officer, NOB, on Fixed Term, Dushanbe, Tajikistan (for Tajik nationals only)- vacancy open for UNICEF, UN Staff & Personnel including TAs, Individ
Lead and manage administrative and human resources functions effectively.
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Overview
Lead and manage administrative and human resources functions effectively.
You have:
- University degree in social sciences, business management, administration, finance or any other relevant field of discipline.
- Two years of relevant professional work experience with both national and International work experience in office management, administration, finance, accounting, human resources, or any other relevant function.
- Fluency in English, Tajik or Russian is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is considered an asset.
Contract
This is a NO-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. More about NO-2 contracts.
UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
And we never give up.
For every child,
UNICEF Tajikistan is co-located with few other UN agencies in a shared premises. UNICEF office acts as lead agency in the overall maintenance of the building and the management of common services in the building that includes electricity, cleaning services, security and relevant other common services. The positions is strategically positioned to contribute effectively towards working with other UN agencies, and acting as a key contact in the development of business operations strategy, to build strong network with the government functionaries and institutions in order for smooth business process, viz. visa issuance, customs clearances, and taxation issues on office cars etc.
The office has presence in four zones of the country, and UNICEF shares premises with UNDP and WFP in the zonal offices. The MoU and the settlement of administrative issues e.g. utilities and travel of field staff, rental cars requires an oversight function. The office also has a priority of office greening, involving among other considerations, the use of solar energies, reducing carbon footprint, minimizing use of paper, efficient use of water resources etc.
How can you make a difference?
As focal point of administrative management services in a country or sub-country office, the incumbent is accountable for delivery of efficient and cost-effective administrative support services, providing guidance for operations of administrative support services and management of administrative staff. Ensures the office’s administrative operations and services are in compliance with the organization's administrative policy, procedures, rules and regulations. Oversees and supports the office HR issues including recruitment of staff, sourcing, consultants hiring, UNVs/ Interns and local volunteers. Represents office at UN forums. Oversees and supports the office HR issues including recruitment of staff, sourcing, consultants hiring, UNVs/ Interns and local volunteers. Represents office at UN forums.
Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:
Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primary, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results:
1. Policy, procedures and strategies 2. Budget management 3. Administrative support and services 4. Property management 5. Contract arrangement and control 6. Staff learning and development 7. Partnership, coordination and collaboration 8. Human Resources Management 9. Performs any other duties and responsibilities assigned as required.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have:
Education: University degree in social sciences, business management, administration, finance or any other relevant field of discipline.
Experience: Two years of relevant professional work experience with both national and International work experience in office management, administration, finance, accounting, human resources, or any other relevant function.
Language Requirements: Fluency in English, Tajik/or Russian is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is considered as an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
Core competencies skills: •Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (1) • Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2) • Works Collaboratively with others (2) • Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2) • Innovates and Embraces Change (2) • Thinks and Acts Strategically (2) • Drives to achieve impactful results (2) • Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)
The functional competencies required for this post are...
• Analyzing [I] • Applying Technical Expertise [II] • Following Instructions and Procedures [II] • Planning and Organizing [II]
View our competency framework at:
http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf
Application:
The link to review detailed Specific Job Profile would be available at the following links: www.untj.org/jobs, www.unicef.org/tajikistan/resources, www.facebook.com/uniceftajikistan.
Specific Job Profile is attached: SJP Administrative & HR Officer, NOB FT final.docx
The candidates, who are interested to apply for the position, should follow the electronic application's instructions.
It requires the applicant to upload the detailed CV and academic degrees/diplomas. UN candidates should upload at least two latest performance evaluation reports.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to manage multiple administrative tasks simultaneously? | This assesses your ability to handle pressure and prioritize effectively. | Provide a situation where you successfully managed competing tasks with a positive outcome. |
| How do you ensure compliance with organizational policies in your administrative processes? | The interviewer wants to understand your approach to policy adherence and operational integrity. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell me about a time when you had to negotiate a contract or service agreement. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle conflict within your team or between departments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to foster partnerships and collaboration in a diverse environment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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