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Administrative Assistant (Operations and Finance), GS-5, Private Fundraising and Partnerships Division, Geneva.

If you are a passionate and committed professional and want to make a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.

UNICEF, the world’s leading organization working for the rights of children, seeks a Temporary Appointment for an Administrative Assistant (Operations and Finance), GS-5, Private Fundraising & Partnerships Division, Geneva.

Purpose:
Please see Terms of Reference
Qualification:
- Minimum six years relevant work experience, two of which should be within areas of Operations
- Experience of manipulating data in Excel, and a high degree of numeracy.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, and familiarity with the latest developments in communication technology (Skype, videoconferencing, social media etc)
- Minimum secondary education.
- Fluency in English and working knowledge of French.

Competencies:
Additionally, the following competencies are required (LI, LII and LIII indicate the level required on a three point scale, LIII being the highest): More information can be found on this link UNICEF Competencies
i)  Core Values (Required)
• Commitment
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Integrity    
ii)  Core Competencies (Required)
• Communication  [I]
• Working with People  [II]
• Drive for Results  [I]
iii) Functional Competencies (Required)
• Analyzing [I] 
• Applying Technical Expertise [I]
• Planning and Organizing [I]
• Following instructions and Procedures [I] 
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV and P11 form (which can be download here) toglibassi@UNICEF.ORG   with subject line “TA – Admin Assistant, GS.5 – Finance and Operations Section”.
Deadline for submissions: 7 September 2014

Note: The recruitment process for GS positions is subject to local recruitment regulations. UNICEF may only offer a contract to persons who have a valid residency status in Switzerland or who have the right to reside in neighbouring France.

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.