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Job: Chief, Resources Management Service, D-1
Company: UNCTAD
Industry: International Agency

Location:	Geneva, Switzerland	Education:	MBA degree or equivalent
Status:	Full-time	Experience:	15+ year management experience or
Pay:	N/A	Conditions:	English and French Language

Background / General description:

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 27 Nov 2009

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-ADM-UNCTAD-422233-R-GENEVA (G)

Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

United Nations Core Values:

Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Duties

This position is located in the Secretariat of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Under the immediate supervision of the Deputy Secretary-General of UNCTAD and the overall guidance of the Secretary-General of UNCTAD, the incumbent contributes to the implementation of UNCTAD's mandates by planning and providing the necessary managerial, administrative and logistical support in the areas of budget, finance, human resources management, IT support, general services and logistics, including:

Provides overall supervision, planning and strategic guidance to the Human Resources Management Section, Budget and Project Finance Section, IT Support Section and General Services Unit
Advises the senior management in the development and implementation of the administrative and financial framework
Advises senior management on budgeting, financial, human resources and general administration and management information issues and practices
Produces major/complex reports for management
Provides guidance, support, supervision and performance evaluation to senior staff of the service and ensure provision of same to other support staff
Manages and supervises the preparation of performance reports and short/medium term plans for the service
Ensures provision of guidance, performance evaluation, supervision and mentoring to all UNCTAD staff
Advises the Senior Management of UNCTAD in negotiation of host country agreements (conferences and meetings away from Geneva) and their implementation; provides administrative support to such conferences and meetings
Revises continuously, in consultation with the stakeholders involved, a set of sound policies, procedures, practices, standards and tools that are consistent with UN policy and practice in order to ensure proper budget, accounting, financial and human resources management and control, while taking into account the operational needs of UNCTAD. Represents UNCTAD in meetings and boards with administrative implications, including:
- Participates, on behalf of UNCTAD, in task forces of the Secretariat on human resources and administrative matters, including the implementation of the information management system
- Participates in UNCTAD management meetings to provide advice on administrative, financial and human resources matters, as required
- Represents or participates in representation of UNCTAD in review bodies, as necessary, especially TDB Working Party on the Medium Term Plan and Programme Budget and ACABQ
- Liaises with other entities of the UN Secretariat, specialized agencies and other international organizations regarding administrative issues, in order to ensure proper consultation and coordination.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrated professional competence in the management of human and budgetary resources; ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines to analyze complex administrative issues and to provide advice to senior management; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.

Communication: Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain and defend difficult issues and positions to senior officials and staff; speaks and writes clearly and effectively; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Planning and

Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning.

Accountability: Takes ownership for all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments.

Leadership: Drives for change and improvement, does not accept the status quo; proven ability to create an enabling work environment, to encourage good performance and to gain the trust of the staff; provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of men and women in all areas of work.

Judgment/Decision-making: Mature judgment and initiative; proven ability to provide strategic direction, to plan and establish priorities and to ensure an effective work structure to maximize productivity and achieve goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Advanced University Degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, human resources management, finance, law or a related field. A first level university degree with qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience
At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in administration, budget, finance or human resources management, preferably in an international organization.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) and good working knowledge of French are required. Knowledge of other UN official languages is an advantage.

Other Skills
Thorough knowledge of the UN System and its administrative policies, procedures and practices is required.

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS. PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

How to apply

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.

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