Senior Administrative Associate (G-7), Yangon

About the role

Open to Myanmar nationals only (as stated on the posting).

About the Role

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.

How can you make a difference? Under the direct supervision of the Admin Specialist undertakes administrative management support services in a country or sub-country office, the incumbent assists in ensuring efficient and cost-effective administrative support services, providing guidance to administrative staff as well and supporting staff in office administrative assignments. Ensures the office’s administrative operations and services are in compliance with the organization's administrative policy, procedures, rules and regulations.

Key functions and responsibilities

- Accurate interpretation and implementation of administrative policies and procedures (Administrative & Financial Support) - Budget management - Administrative support services, security and safety - Procurement If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: GJP Senior Administrative Associate (G-7).pdf

Minimum requirements

• Education : Secondary Education in any related fields is required.
• Work Experience : Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant administrative or clerical work experience required for the position.
• Skills : Strong skills in administrative operations, budget administration, policy implementation, asset and fleet management, contract compliance, and the delivery of efficient support services in accordance with organizational rules and procedures are required.
• Language Requirements : Proficiency in English is a requirement.

Desirables

- Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is desirable. - University-level courses in administration, finance, or other relevant disciplines are highly desirable. - Prior work in a UN system agency or organization is considered an asset. - Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and coordination to ensure smooth administrative and operational support is desirable. For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

How to apply: Apply via UNICEF's official careers site (jobs.unicef.org): open the vacancy, click "Apply now", create or sign in to your candidate profile and submit your application. Apply here: https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/596575/senior-administrative-associate-g7-ft-004090-yangon-myanmar-apr-open-for-myanmar-nationals-only