Senior Administrative Assistant

Contract

This is a G-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-6 contracts.

**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : 5IQADM0007PA Grade : G-6 Parent Sector : Sector For Administration and Management (ADM) Duty Station: Erbil Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement: \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Administration Type of contract : Project Appointment Duration of contract : 1 year Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 02-DEC-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **Duration of contract: 1 year with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance. Only nationals of Iraq may apply to this position** **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- The UNESCO National Office to Iraq was founded in 2003 to improve Education, Culture, the Sciences and Media situation in the country. UNESCO's main office in the country is located in Baghdad. UNESCO supports programme implementation in line with the Iraqi National Development Plan, in cooperation with its key national partners: the Ministries of Education and Higher Education, Water Resources, Labour and Social Affairs, Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, Governorates, the Independent Higher Electoral Commission, the Communications and Media Commission and others, as well as national and international NGOs. UNESCO has a longstanding cooperation with Iraq and has successfully accomplished a number of major cultural heritage projects, such as the restoration of the Al-Askari Shrine in Samarra and the revitalization of Erbil Citadel. In 2017, UNESCO, in cooperation with the Iraqi Ministry of Culture, launched the Response Plan for the Safeguarding of Cultural Heritage in the Liberated Areas of Iraq (2017-2019). ‘Revive the Spirit of Mosul’ is a UNESCO priority for the coming years. Since February 2018, UNESCO is fully mobilized for the Mosul initiative, at its Headquarters and in its field offices in Bagdad and the region. The initiative is in line with the National Reconstruction and Development plan of the Iraqi Government and the Iraq Recovery and Resilience Programme (RRP) launched by the UN Secretary-General. Under the overall authority of the Director of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Iraq Office and the direct supervision of the Senior Finance and Administrative Officer, the incumbent leads high-level administrative and support services in a range of specialized areas and plays a lead role within the unit in ensuring application and compliance with the rules, regulations, policies and practices in place. Long Description ---------------- Main responsibilities include but are not limited to the following functions: GENERAL - Act as certifying officer up to the authorized level delegated by the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). - Provide guidance and interpretation on administrative rules, regulations and procedures. - Advise on operational and technical routine transactions. - Recommend process and system-related modifications and improvements to support successful administration and financial monitoring and control. - Interpret provisions and provide guidance on complex and non-recurring issues. - Identify, research and resolve complex financial, budgetary and administrative policy issue. - Provide guidance, training and daily supervision to other general service staff in the area of responsibility. - Draft and prepare memoranda, substantive reports and correspondence to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant financial and budget matters. - Maintain confidential and general files and establish reference systems. - Assist in the preparation of budgetary and financial reports, statistics or projections for managers' use. - Review draft reports, verify overall accuracy and consistency, cross-check consistency of figures. - Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing. - Follow up on audit recommendations, fraud cases and archives as required by the supervisor. FINANCIAL - Ensure that the office’s financial resources and expenditures are fully and properly accounted for and that internal control systems are adequate and functioning; schedule payments and disbursement of funds. - Ensure accurate and timely processing of assigned accounts, developing budget estimates and monitoring expenditures, participating and advising in the preparation of financial statements and budgets. BUDGETARY - Undertakes reviews, analyses and advise on planning, budgeting and its revisions, and recommend modifications; Prepare RP and EXB budget reports and communicate on them. - Prepare, review, analyses and assist in the finalization of budget proposals and detailed cost estimates and other data use in budget analysis and proposals, in terms of staff and non-staff requirements, including programmatic aspects and ensure the accuracy. HUMAN RESOURCES - Handle non-routine or complex cases, prepare associated documents/ correspondence for personnel actions based on oral instructions and previous experience. Perform additional activities that may be required to ensure the success of the work team. **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- **ACADEMIC** - Completed secondary, technical or vocational school education is required. **WORK EXPERIENCE** - 8 years of relevant experience and progressive work experience in administration or programme support services, finance, accounting, audit, human resources or a related area. - Experience in working with ERP systems. - Experience working in the UN System, or at similar international or bilateral organizations is an asset. **SKILLS / COMPETENCIES** - Good communication skills in order to provide specialized administrative support to a wide range of Individuals. - Excellent organizational and coordination skills. - Ability to take initiatives and to provide quality and timely support and services. Ability to maintain effective working relationships in multi-cultural environment. - Ability to work as part of a team, to take initiative and to provide quality and timely support and services. - Ability to work under pressure, follow up on issues promptly, and to work efficiently under pressure, flexibility to adjust work schedules and priorities. - Excellent IT skills with proficiency in the use of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel. PowerPoint, etc). **LANGUAGES** - Excellent knowledge (Spoken and written) of English and Arabic. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS ------------------------ **ACADEMIC** • Certificate and/or training in Administration or any other related area. **WORK EXPERIENCE** • Experience in handling large tables, and administering contracts within an international organization. • Experience in using SAP, STEPS, FABS and/or various UNESCO applications (Duo, etc.). • Experience in application of UN rules in operational environment, including administration. • Working experience in the UN system, or at similar or international or bilateral organizations. **LANGUAGE** • Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc. For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our [Guide to Staff Benefits](https://unesco.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/HRMTeam/ESzDuIMSjEtIqYwVozjc3I8Bb5Kj-P0DrTgbm4BIjD17nQ?e=41cm7D). **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the [UNESCO careers website.](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl) No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. **Footer** ---------- UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States ([last update here](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution)) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.