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Contributions Clerk, Geneva

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Contributions Clerk, Geneva
Closing date: Wednesday, 26 March 2014 TJO Grade Level 1: G-4
Functional Title: Contributions Clerk
Department/Office/Division/ Service/Section: Programme Support and Management Services, Finance and Budget Section
Job Network and Job Family: Human Rights
Deadline: 26 March 2014
Duty Station: Geneva
Open to External Candidates?:YES NO
Open to External Candidates?:YES NO
Duration of need:3 months
Open to External Candidates?
YES NO
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This post is located in the Finance and Budget Section, in the Programme Support and Management Services, at the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights.
Under the supervision of the Chief of the Finance and Budget Section, the incumbent:
  • Prints relevant e-mails communications, IMIS records and collection of relevant supporting documents; prepares the Notification of Funds (NOF) document for review by the Contributions Assistant/Officer; scans and distributes NOFs, and posts them on the Intranet.
  • Is in close liaison with UNOG Treasury; keeps a filing system for Receipt Vouchers (RV); enters RV date in tracking system; follows up on outstanding RVs.
  • Prepares financial tables upon instruction from the Contributions Assistant/Officer.
  • Prepares standard financial statement in Excel upon request by Contributions Assistant/Officer; proposes improvements as required, based upon experience with the contributions database.
  • Provides general clerical support function for the Unit, maintains filing system, send facsimiles, scans documents and ensure good flow of documents in the Unit.
COMPETENCIES
Professionalism: Ability to maintain accurate records, review and interpret a wide variety of data. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; familiarity with voluntary contributions and related donor reporting requirements an asset.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided as 'clients' and seeks to see things from their point of view; identifies clients' needs and matches appropriate solutions; keeps client informed of progress or setbacks in projects.
Technological awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology and actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Good computer skills (Word/Excel/Access), preferably with database knowledge, including IMIS.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:Completion of secondary school or its equivalent technical or commercial school .
Work Experience: 4 years of administrative experience, of which preferably 2 within the UN. Experience in handling extra-budgetary projects and planning an asset. Successful United Nations Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT ) .
Languages: Very good knowledge of English; good knowledge of French.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Cover Letter
Personal History Profile (visit https://inspira.un.org to generate a PHP)
Last two completed Performance Appraisal or two Reference Letters for external
applicants
SPECIAL NOTICE
Important:
Name any attached documents as follows:
LAST NAME First name – Type of document
Example: SMITH Jacqueline – PHP.doc (UPDATED)
SMITH Jacqueline - Cover letter.doc
SMITH Jacqueline – PAS.pdf
Note: Applications without P-11 or PHP cannot be considered;
Applications received after the deadline or not compliant with the instructions will not be accepted.
Please note that because of the volume of messages,applications will not be acknowledged.
Only applicants possessing the required qualifications will be taken into consideration. Only the successful candidate will be notified of the outcome of the selection.
ALL SUBMISSIONS TO BE SENT IN ONE SINGLE E-MAIL TO:
( Please mention the reference number of the vacancy announcement in the subject header of your email: 14/OHCHR/039/GENEVA)
Contact Name:
OHCHR Human Resources
Email Address:
humanresources@ohchr.org
Notes:
A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further 'stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013…' Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
  • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.
  • The expression 'Internal candidates', shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.
  • Please note that candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offices and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
  • For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17.
  • For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.
  • The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English.
1 For eligibility and other conditions, please see the Notes at the end of this form. .
Date of issuance: 19 March 2014 14/039/GENEVA, G-4

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Assistant (Communications), Geneva

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Assistant (Communications), Geneva
Closing date: Saturday, 1 March 2014
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UNAIDS is an innovative United Nations partnership that leads and inspires the world in achieving universal access to HIV prevention, treatment, care and support.
UNAIDS' Cosponsors include UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO and the World Bank. Visit the UNAIDS Web site at www.unaids.org
Vacancy No.: UNAIDS/14/FT3
Title: Assistant (Communications)
Grade: G5
Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment
Date: 31 January 2014
Application Deadline: 1 March 2014 ( )
Organization unit: AI/OEX Executive Office (AI/OEX), AI/CMM Communications and Global Advocacy (AI/CMM)
Duty station: Geneva Switzerland
MANDATE OF THE DEPARTMENT:
Our mission is to effectively position UNAIDS and our issues with key audiences and to create, manage and share knowledge with partners in the AIDS response.
Main tasks and Responsibilities of the Position:
Under the general supervision of the Responsible Manager, the incumbent provides secretarial and administrative support, working closely with others.
Administration:
- Screen incoming calls, emails, and correspondence and handle telephone queries, taking appropriate action. Manage the calendar of the Responsible Officer including setting up of meetings and preparation of day file with background materials; and coverage arrangements in the absence of the supervisor. Draft and prepare correspondence based on instructions or on own initiative. Edit and proof-read general correspondence and memorandums before signatures by the Responsible Officer. Draft presentations in PowerPoint.
- Track implementation rates for various budget sub-categories; coordinate reprogramming exercises, undertake regular review of un-liquidated obligations and take action accordingly; assist the responsible officer in drawing up the budget; tracking extra budgetary spending and preparing draft reports to donors, using the Enterprise Resource Planning system (ERP).
- Prepare or oversee the preparation of, and manage the division/team contracts and agreements ensuring conformity with UNAIDS administrative requirements, including through the tracking of deliverables and payments.
- Monitor the contractual status of staff using ERP and other tools, drawing to the attention of the responsible officer regarding contract ending dates in a timely manner; initiate extensions where necessary; monitor due dates of performance evaluation reports, and coordinate travel and leave calendar.
- Manage the planning of meetings organized or supported by division/team, conference calls and video conferences. Organize regular divisional/team meetings; including but not limited to drawing up agendas and supporting documentation; preparing notes for the record and action plans; following-up on action items and deadlines.
- Support the harmonisation of administrative and management systems within the division/team, and share experiences with other relevant divisions/teams; develop and maintain the filing system; coordinate quarterly travel plans and responses to requests from Executive Officer (EXO) and Deputy Executive (DXD) Programme and the Director; handle all aspects of travel arrangements for the supervisor and other staff/ consultants.
Communications:
- Update and maintain the database of media contact and journalists for corporate communication liaison and relationship management; to ensure the database is thorough, accurate and up-to-date.
- Coordinate translation of press materials and web content; review, edit, proof-read and format if necessary corporate communication messages in various languages before it's disseminated to the media, UNAIDS field staff and Cosponsors and/or posted on UNAIDS website.
- Format templates and disseminate press materials in various languages to the media, UNAIDS staff and Cosponsors.
- Provide assistance in areas of multimedia and social media related to communication campaign projects.
- Handle telephone and media enquiries by referring to appropriate staff.
- Responding to journalists requests for information and data in consultation with Communications Managers.
- To provide administrative support related to travel arrangement for staff in the communications team.
- Perform other related duties as assigned, including replacing and backstopping for others as required.
Web publishing:
- Act as single point of contact for web platform team workflow (track and respond multi-lingual web publishing requests from all departments, documents and web stories before publishing).
- Perform regular quality assurance checks for all four language web sites (site integrity checks, fix broken links, orphan pages, page synchronization, etc.).
- Approve, reject electronic documents in web document profiling application, manage online publications and corporate e-documents in web repository.
- Provide partial and second line web publishing support (including publications, feature stories, multimedia, press materials and other) using CMS, ticketing system and other publishing tools as needed, back up web officers as needed.
- Provide back up support in multimedia, photo and video galleries.
- Undertake related assignments as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Essential:
Completion of secondary school, complemented by secretarial and administrative training, including training in the use of office systems. ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence) Core Certification.
Desirable:
Higher education. Additional technical training in web publishing software (Content Management Systems) would be an asset but can also be on-the-job training once on board.
Competencies:
UNAIDS Values
  • Commitment to the AIDS response
  • Integrity
  • Respect for diversity
Core competencies
  • Working in teams
  • Communicating with impact
  • Applying expertise
  • Delivering results
  • Driving change and innovation
  • Being accountable
Experience:
Essential:
Over five years of combined experience in media relations, advertising and/or web publishing in an international business environment. Several years of experience in secretarial positions, including dealing with administrative issues.
Desirable:
Some experience in UNAIDS or WHO to have a knowledge of its rules and procedures.
Languages:
Essential:
Advanced knowledge of English and French.
Desirable:
Knowledge of another UN official language.
Additional Information:
Please note that for General Service vacancies only residents of Geneva and surrounding area are eligible. Furthermore, we will only accept online applications for General Service vacancies.
Further, employment with UNAIDS is subject to successful completion of the ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence). The test includes tasks on Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc) required in an office environment at UNAIDS.
Annual salary: (Net of tax)
75 093 CHF at single rate
75 093 CHF with primary dependants
Applications from people living with HIV are particularly welcome. Applications from women and from nationals of non- and under-represented member states are particularly encouraged.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to the Staff Regulations and Rules of the World Health Organization (WHO) adjusted, as necessary, to take into account the particular operational needs of UNAIDS, and any subsequent amendments.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
Note: The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer or promotion of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. The medical criterion for recruitment is fitness to work in the particular post. The United Nations HIV/AIDS Personnel Policy clearly stipulates that no staff and/or potential candidates shall be discriminated against on the basis of real or perceived HIV status. HIV infection, in itself, does not constitute lack of fitness to work. There is no obligation to disclose HIV-related personal information.
Online applications are strongly encouraged to enable UNAIDS to store your profile in a permanent database. Please visit UNAIDS's e-Recruitment website at: https://erecruit.unaids.org . The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.

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Information Systems Assistant, Geneva

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Information Systems Assistant, Geneva
Closing Date: Saturday, 08 March 2014
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Job Title
Information Systems Assistant, G5
Department/ Office
United Nations Office at Geneva
Duty Station
GENEVA
Posting Period
6 February 2014-8 March 2014
Job Opening number
14-IST-UNOG-33272-R-GENEVA (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The post is located in the Division of Administration, Information and Communication Technology Service (ICTS). The incumbent refers to the Chief of Service Desk Team.
Responsibilities
  • The Information Systems Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:
  • Acts as focal point for receipt and processing of user requests.
  • Provides basic technical support on relevant hardware and software systems applications in assigned area.
  • Installs application systems software and hardware according to specifications.
  • Logs all actions in the automated tracking system, including site survey information, steps taken to resolve problem or to complete task, problems encountered, current status, etc.
  • Supports senior staff in the creation and maintenance of application software within Lotus Notes, Microsoft Access and web-based architectures, etc.; assists in the preparation of technical and user documentation, as well as in the production of training materials.
  • Escalates problems to the appropriate parties in accordance with established procedure.
  • Maintains regular contact with users and technical staff in user offices and provides support as required.
  • Conducts research on new technologies as requested; keeps abreast of developments in the field; assists in testing and evaluating new products and technologies.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Good technical skills, ability to participate in development and maintenance of applications, provide user support. Ability to respond to changing requirements and assignments, ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent. Must have passed the United Nations Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) at Headquarters or an equivalent locally-administered test at Offices Away. Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the date of receipt of a high-school diploma or the equivalent certification.
Work Experience
At least five years of experience in information systems analysis and programming, systems administration and maintenance, software development, of which preferable two years within the United Nations.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English or French and knowledge of English or French are required.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Recruitment for this position is done on a local basis, whether or not the candidate is a resident of the duty station.
Passing the Administrative Assessment Support Test (ASAT) at Headquarters or an equivalent recognised locally-administered test at a United Nations Office is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Service category in the United Nations Secretariat.
United Nations Considerations
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). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
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.

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Protocol Assistant, Geneva

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Protocol Assistant, Geneva
Closing Date: Friday, 07 March 2014
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Job Title
PROTOCOL ASSISTANT, G7
Department/ Office
United Nations Office at Geneva
Duty Station
GENEVA
Posting Period
5 February 2014-7 March 2014
Job Opening number
14-PCL-UNOG-33076-R-GENEVA (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
Le poste est situé au Bureau du Directeur général à l'ONUG.
Responsibilities
Sous la supervision du Chef du protocole et de la liaison, le titulaire:
  • Participe aux préparations lors des visites au Palais des Nations du Secrétaire général (SG) des Nations Unies et du Vice-Secrétaire général (DSG) des Nations Unies, ainsi que des chefs d'État et autres hauts dignitaires. Veille au bon déroulement des visites et assiste le Chef du Protocole dans ses fonctions de coordination avec les Services du Palais des Nations et les interlocuteurs extérieurs. - Rédige les courriers protocolaires; prépare les cartons d'invitation; filtre les demandes de rendez-vous; effectue les réservations de vols pour le SG et son équipe; - Est responsable de la préparation, de la distribution, et de la mise à jour (intranet et internet) du livre des missions permanentes («Livre bleu»/«Blue Book»), en version papier et en version électronique; maintient la base de données du Directeur général en conséquence.
  • Est en charge de l'accréditation des nouveaux ambassadeurs, représentants permanents et observateurs permanents auprès de l'ONUG; reçoit les "Curriculum Vitae" et les lettres de créance et vérifie leur conformité par rapport aux règles des Nations Unies et de l'État hôte.
  • Assiste le Chef du protocole dans l'accueil des hauts dignitaires lors de conférences spéciales organisées à l'ONUG; prépare les plans de table; peut être amené à assurer le protocole lors des déjeuners/dîners/réceptions officiels donnés par le SG, le Directeur général (DG) ou autres hauts responsables des Nations Unies et lors de conférences organisées par les agences spécialisées à Genève.
  • Assiste, en cas de besoin, les collaborateurs de l'ONUG, des agences spécialisées et des autres entités onusiennes en matière de protocole et de rédaction protocolaire (notes verbales et autres documents officiels).
  • Supervise la réception et le bon déroulement des demandes de badges d'entrée des Nations Unies pour le personnel des missions permanentes et bureaux d'observateurs permanents.
  • Assure la rédaction, la réception et la distribution du courrier, facsimiles, câbles, mémorandums; maintient le classement du Service du Protocole.
  • Est responsable de la diffusion des listes protocolaires et de leur mise à jour sur l'Intranet.
Competencies
Professionnalisme : Tirer fierté de son travail et de ses réalisations. Faire preuve de compétence professionnelle et de bonne maîtrise protocolaire. Connaissance approfondie du système des Nations Unies et des relations existant entre ses différentes composantes. Bonne connaissance et pratique des règles et normes de terminologie des Nations Unies et du protocole. Bonne connaissance des logiciels informatiques (Microsoft office). Apporter à l'exécution de ses tâches la conscience et le souci d'efficacité voulus pour être en mesure d'honorer les engagements contractés, de tenir les délais impartis et d'obtenir les résultats escomptés. Agir pour des motifs professionnels plutôt que personnels. Persévérer face aux obstacles et aux difficultés. Garder son calme dans les situations de crise.
Communication : S'exprimer clairement et efficacement, tant oralement que par écrit. Ecouter les autres, bien les comprendre et donner suite comme il convient. Poser les questions voulues afin d'obtenir des éclaircissements et faciliter le dialogue. Adapter le langage, le ton, le style et la présentation au public auquel on s'adresse. Partager l'information avec tous ceux qu'elle intéresse et tenir chacun au courant.
Esprit d'équipe: Collaborer avec ses collègues afin d'atteindre les objectifs de l'Organisation. Solliciter les apports, apprécier à leur juste valeur les idées et la compétence de chacun et être prêt à apprendre de lui. Faire passer l'intérêt de l'équipe avant son avantage personnel. Accepter les décisions finales du groupe et s'y plier, même si elles ne cadrent pas parfaitement avec sa position propre. Partager les réussites de l'équipe et assumer sa part de responsabilité dans ses échecs.
Aptitude à planifier et à organiser: Définir clairement des buts compatibles avec les stratégies convenues. Hiérarchiser les activités et tâches prioritaires; modifier les priorités en fonction des besoins. Prévoir suffisamment de temps et de ressources pour mener sa tâche à bien. Tenir compte des risques et des imprévus dans la planification. Suivre l'exécution des plans et les modifier s'il y a lieu. Tirer le meilleur parti du temps dont on dispose.
Souci du client: Considérer tous ceux auxquels est assurée la prestation de services comme des « clients » et chercher à voir les choses de leur point de vue. Etablir et maintenir des partenariats productifs avec les clients en gagnant leur confiance et leur respect. Discerner les besoins des clients et trouver les moyens d'y répondre. Suivre l'évolution de la situation des clients, sur les plans tant intérieur qu'extérieur, afin de pouvoir devancer les problèmes. Tenir les clients informés de l'avancement des projets. Tenir les délais pour la livraison des produits ou la prestation des services.
Education
Etudes secondaires ou études commerciales équivalentes accomplies. Le nombre d'années d'expérience est calculé à partir de la date d'obtention d'un diplôme d'études secondaires (reconnu par les Nations Unies). Avoir réussi le ASAT (Administrative Support Assessment Test).
Work Experience
Au moins dix ans d'expérience dans les domaines du secrétariat de direction et/ou dans le domaine protocolaire, dont cinq de préférence à l'ONU.
Languages
Excellente maîtrise du français et de l'anglais (écrit et parlé).
Assessment Method
Les candidats qualifiés pourront être invités à participer à une évaluation, suivie d'un entretien axé sur les compétences.
Special Notice
Recruitment for this position is done on a local basis, whether or not the candidate is a resident of the duty station.
Passing the Administrative Assessment Support Test (ASAT) at Headquarters or an equivalent recognised locally-administered test at a United Nations Office is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Service category in the United Nations Secretariat.
United Nations Considerations
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). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

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Stage: Archives et documentation, Berne, Switzerland

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Stage: Archives et documentation, Berne, Switzerland
Closing Date: Tuesday, 04 March 2014
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Numéro de l'avis de vacance: UPU/14/Intern/INT/37
Titre: Stage : Archives et documentation - Bibliothèque du Bureau international de l'UPUType de contrat: StageDurée: 3 mois
Date de publication:
Date de clôture: 4 mars 2014StageUnité administrative: Direction de la logistique (DL)Bibliothèque et ArchivesLieu d'affectation: Berne SuisseDate prévue d'entrée en fonctions: immédiate ou
  • convenir (au plus tôt)
IMPORTANT: Pour des raisons réglementaires, ce stage est réservé exclusivement
  • des étudiants. Les étudiants qui viennent d'être diplômés dans les domaines ci-dessous moins de six mois avant la date de parution de l'offre sont également invités
  • postuler. Tout autre profil de candidat ne sera pas pris en considération.L'Union postale universelle (UPU), agence spécialisée des Nations Unies et principal forum de coopération entre les acteurs du service postal, fixe les règles pour les échanges de courrier international. Elle comprend 192 Pays-membres et son siège est sis
  • Berne.Son objectif premier est de favoriser un service postal de qualité et accessible partout dans le monde et sa mission fondamentale consiste
  • développer la communication sociale, culturelle et commerciale entre les peuples de la planète.L'UPU comprend plusieurs organes, dont le Conseil d'exploitation postale (CEP), composé de 41 Etats membres, qui examine les questions techniques et d'exploitation intéressant le service postal international. Il encourage l'introduction de nouveaux produits postaux. Il fixe également des normes en matière de technologie ou d'exploitation ou sur les procédures
  • mettre en place.Contexte général du stage : Dans le cadre de la bibliothèque et des archives, le/la stagiaire aura
  • réorganiser les anciennes archives et les documents de l'Union postale universelle (1874-2013) selon les nouvelles règles d'archivage de l'UPU.
Principales attributions :
L'UPU propose
  • un(e) stagiaire de :
1. Archives :− Participer
  • la réorganisation des anciennes archives et les documents de l'Union postale universelle (1874-2013) selon les nouvelles règles d'archivage de l'UPU;
  • Venir en aide au processus de rangement des archives intermédiaires par Direction;− Soumettre des propositions d'amélioration du système d'archivage.
2. Bibliothèque:− Gérer des périodiques/ouvrages;− Gérer des achats;− Assurer le classement
QUALIFICATIONS ET COMPETENCES REQUISES
HEG 'Information documentaire' (en dernière année ou ayant terminé ses études depuis moins de 6 mois).
Informations supplémentaires:
IMPORTANT : Pour des raisons réglementaires, ce stage est réservé exclusivement
  • des étudiants. Les étudiants qui viennent d'être diplômés dans les domaines ci-dessous moins de six mois avant la date de parution de l'offre sont également invités
  • postuler. Tout autre profil de candidat ne sera pas pris en considération.Le stage est rémunéré selon les règles en vigueur
  • l'UPU.

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Job: Coordinator

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COORDINATOR (HQ/13/PEC/FT537)
4 December 2013
The mission of WHO is the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health.
Vacancy Notice No: HQ/13/PEC/FT537
Title: Coordinator
Grade: P5
Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment
Duration of contract: One year
Date: 4 December 2013
Application Deadline: 8 January 2014
Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland
Organization unit: HQ/PEC Polio, Emergencies and Country Collaboration (HQ/PEC), HQ/POL Polio Operations and Research (HQ/POL)
HQ/SSS Strategy & Surge Support Unit
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME :
The overall objectives of the Polio Eradication Initiative are to lead the global eradication efforts of national governments and the global polio eradication partnership to interrupt the transmission of poliovirus worldwide, certify eradication, eventually stop the use of oral poliovirus vaccine, and help establish the legacy of the polio eradication initiative. The immediate strategic objective is to implement WHO's polio emergency plans and coordinate those of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) partnership in support of national emergency eradication efforts in polio-infected countries and areas.
Description of duties:
1. Manages the Strategy Support and Coordination Unit in Polio Operations and Research (POL), and oversees, guides and supports the work of team leaders and staff within the unit to ensure that the priority global functions of each team are performed efficiently and effectively.
2. Guides the development of team and individual work plans, monitors the work of unit teams, directly supervises team leads and is responsible for completion of their performance evaluations.
3. Supports the country operations information needs of POL and the other units in the Department and coordinates with the Programme Operations and Cluster Management (PCM) team on human and financial resource allocation.
4. Coordinates with the relevant regional office the key programme strategic and technical support functions to ensure quality of Supplementary Immunization Activities (SIAs), surveillance for poliovirus, and outbreak response.
5. Oversees coordination of SIA planning, international vaccine supply, deployment of human resource surge and technical expertise.
6. Coordinates with the relevant regional office, and partner agencies, inputs into strategic planning in priority countries, including supplementary vaccination plans, strategies to reach special populations, and support to increase routine immunization coverage in specific areas.
7. Coordinates the international component of the emergency response to polio outbreaks.
8. Identifies and appoints an outbreak response manager for each major event.
9. Ensures the development of the emergency outbreak response plan and mobilizes human resources, vaccines, and other logistics to ensure an immediate and robust outbreak response and applies and monitors the achievement of outbreak response performance standards.
10. Coordinates the development of technical guidelines for special immunization activities and programme operations in high risk areas and guides the development of strategic plans for mitigating risks of outbreaks due to wild or vaccine-derived poliovirus.
11. Ensures that human resource gaps are tracked in priority regions and countries and coordinates the emergency human resource surge and deployment of consultants, staff, as well as personnel from partner agencies in close collaboration with the PCM team. This includes providing oversight to the training, coordination and deployment of the STOP (Stop Transmission of Polio) teams ensuring their presence and effectiveness in priority areas in collaboration with CDC.
12. Ensures alignment of global SIA plans with available oral poliovirus vaccine (OPV) supply on at least a quarterly basis.
13. Takes immediate steps to address vaccine shortfall due to unanticipated demands.
14. Ensures clear understanding and robust analysis of vaccine demands and supply situation based on SIA plans and outcomes of ongoing risk analyses.
15. Oversees close coordination with UNICEF, monitors, analyzes, and reviews models of vaccine needs, and shares information on SIA plans and vaccine demand and supply situations with regions and partner agencies.
16. Ensures accuracy and reliability of vaccine forecasting information in collaboration with UNICEF and other partners, for internal planning and for discussions with manufacturers that guide production of sufficient vaccines needed by the programme.
17. Collaborates closely with the Security and Access Support Unit to align country plans with the security and access situation in priority areas.
18. Supports country teams and partners in developing operational strategies that enhance safe access of the programme staff in insecure areas.
19. Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Essential
  • Advanced degree in a health discipline.
Desirable
  • Medical degree or Masters level degree in epidemiology or public health.
Skills:
  • Extensive knowledge of public health and epidemiology, with broad practical knowledge of public health, infectious disease surveillance and control, and vaccine science, immunization and disease eradication policies and strategies and their application in developing and developed countries.
  • Proven managerial competence, with capacity to work and communicate effectively with staff and in complex organizational cultures .
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with governments, partner agencies, and in field conditions.
  • Proven ability to supervise and manage teams conducting key program activities for multiple internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability in leadership of multi-disciplinary teams and servicing needs of different partners.
  • Planning, organizational and management skills.
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills.
Desirable
Familiarity with data management software.
Thorough familiarity with database and mapping programmes.
WHO Competencies:
1. Producing results
2. Communicating in a credible and effective way
3. Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
4. Promoting WHO's position in health leadership
5. Creating an empowering and motivating environment.
Experience:
Essential
  • Ten years' experience in public health and infectious disease control programmes at the national and international levels, particularly in developing countries; at least 5 years of which were at the international level, with management responsibility of large-scale public health programmes.
  • At least 4 years of this experience in disease eradication and policies and strategies for infectious disease control.
  • Substantial experience in vaccines and immunisation programmes, particularly in developing country settings and disease surveillance.
  • Mid- to senior-level experience in public health programmes with responsibilities for managing and supervising staff and making strategic decisions on deployment of human resources.
Desirable
  • Substantial experience in the development, implementation and assessment of polio eradication
  • strategies and policies at both the national and international levels.
  • Experience in collaboration and negotiations with external agencies and knowledge of GPEI partners and WHO regions.
  • Experience with international organizations and/or nongovernmental organizations.
  • Proven quantitative research ability reflected in peer-reviewed publications would be an asset.
Languages:
Essential
  • Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable
  • Intermediate knowledge of French.
Additional Information:
Other similar positions at the same level may be filled from this Vacancy Notice. This vacancy is published in English only.
The following priority order will be observed in the screening of candidates: 1. WHO staff members (Continuing, Fixed-term and Temporary appointments), 2. External candidates.
Annual salary:
(Net of tax)
USD 80734 at single rate
USD 86904 with primary dependants
Post Adjustment:
103.3 % of the above figure(s). This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.
A written test and interviews may be used as a form of screening
Online applications are strongly encouraged to enable WHO to store your profile in a permanent database. Please visit WHO's e-Recruitment website at: www.who.int/employment . The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.
WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

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Job: INTERN (UNDP ADAPTATION LEARNING MECHANISM PLATFORM)

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Location : home-based and UNDP HQ
Application Deadline : 30-Nov-13
Type of Contract : Internship
Post Level : Intern
Languages Required : English
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 02-Jan-2014
Expected Duration of Assignment :6 months; part-time
Background
UNDP recognizes that the growing risks and impacts of climate change and the accompanying loss of ecosystem services requires the world to urgently invest in a new green development paradigm. Based in UNDP's Bureau of Development Policy and its Environment and Energy Group, the UNDP-Global Environment Facility (GEF) unit helps developing countries make green, low-emission and climate-resilient development not only possible, but also economically attractive. To achieve this, it works closely with UNDP Country Offices to help countries develop and implement programmes and projects which advance their capacity to put in place the right mix of regulatory and financial incentives, remove institutional and policy barriers, and create enabling environments that attract and drive private sector investment into green development. The strategic objective of the Green, Low-emission and Climate-resilient Development Strategies (Green LECRDS) team is to support countries to attract and direct public and private investment towards catalyzing and supporting sustainable economic growth through, for example, long-term integrated planning and visual mapping, public private partnerships for innovative financing and technology, hazard and climate resilient building and infrastructure and communities based adaptation. The Green LECRDS team manages UNDP-supported initiatives in countries financed by the Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF), Special Climate Change Fund (SCCF), Global Environment Facility (GEF) Trust Fund, Adaptation Fund (AF), bilateral, and other sources of financing. The intern will work closely with the Green LECRDS team to further develop knowledge platforms and products which capture and share lessons learned and best practices from these country-led initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Intern will primarily be involved in the content building of the UNDP Adaptation Learning Mechanism (UNDP-ALM) platform and development of various knowledge products. S/he will report directly to the Senior Technical Advisor (STA) for Adaptation in the Green LECRDS team, and will work closely with other members of the team. Under guidance by the STA and Green LECRDS team, the main tasks of the Intern include the following:
  • Maintain, add, and update content to the UNDP-ALM platform and promote its use and implementation, particularly the stimulation of exchange of information and experiences within and among the various user groups;
  • Prepare draft communications to send to users of the UNDP-ALM platform, including how to access and upload resources;
  • Assist in the preparation of training materials for UNDP-ALM users;
  • Assist in ensuring the resource library is populated with high-quality content in multiple languages and that updates are disseminated to site visitors;
  • Support the development of content management procedures for UNDP-ALM to ensure users can easily load and search for content;
  • Conduct research on and create Project Briefs for various projects under the Green LECRDS portfolio;
  • Assist with development of various knowledge products for the Green LECRDS portfolio, including but not limited to, Projects Briefs, Case Studies, Newsletters, etc.;
  • Assist with social media outreach and information dissemination-related activities;
  • Other tasks as agreed beforehand with the supervisor
Competencies
  • Results driven, able to meet targets/deadlines;
  • Strong communication and research skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
  • Current enrollment in a graduate-level degree programme in environmental studies or related fields
Experience:
  • Excellent computer literacy skills;
  • Ability to write leaflets, brochures, newsletters, as needed;
  • Good knowledge of climate change and development.
Language Requirements:
  • Written and spoken proficiency in English.
In case an applicant is successfully selected, s/he will be requested to provide electronic versions of:
  • a copy of his/her most recent resume or curriculum vitae;
  • a duly completed 'UNDP internship application form' (to be provided upon selection);
  • a letter from his/her University confirming current enrollment and graduation date;
  • a copy of his/her school transcript;
  • copy of his/her insurance coverage;
  • a letter of endorsement from a senior faculty member who has directly supervised the applicant in the recent past and who is fully acquainted you performance; and
  • a brief paper setting out the reasons why s/he is seeking an internship with UNDP and what is expected from the experience.
Interns' Expenses Interns are not financially remunerated by UNDP. All costs connected with an intern's participation in the Programme must be borne by:
  • The nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or
  • Tthe student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his/her own arrangements for travel (including to and from the office), visas, accommodation, etc.
Insurance UNDP accepts no responsibility for the medical and life insurance of the intern or costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship. As interns are not covered under any insurance, including MAIP, they should not travel to hazardous locations in the course of their internship with UNDP. Applicants for internship must show proof of valid medical and life/accident insurance for the duty station for which they will work. It must include adequate coverage in the event of an injury or illness during the internship which:
  • Requires transportation to the Home Country or Country of Residence for further treatment; or
  • Results in death and requires preparation and return of the remains to the Home Country, or Country of Residence.
Subsequent Employment The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNDP but to complement an intern's studies. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship. Should an offer of employment be envisaged, a 3-month break, from the end of the internship, must be respected. Interns cannot apply for posts during the period of internship.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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Job: Director

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Location: Geneva 
Deadline: Tuesday, 05 November 2013 

 Description
VACANCY NOTICE No. 1869
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 5 November 2013
POST Director GRADE D.2*
DUTY STATION Geneva
COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY 1 January 2014 or as soon as possible thereafter
NATURE OF APPOINTMENT Fixed­term of two years with possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance after an initial probationary period of one year, which can be extended up to a maximum of two years
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT World Climate Research Programme (WCRP) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (see reverse side)
Applications from suitably qualified fem ale and male candidates are equally welcome. The statutory retirement age after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Postgraduate degree (Doctorate or equivalent) in a relevant field of geosciences, such as meteorology, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, polar sciences, hydrology, Earth system sciences, or basic sciences such as physics and chemistry with subsequent experience in a relevant field of geosciences.
Experience
A minimum of 15 years experience in climate science and global environmental change research, and management. International recognition as research scientist or university professor, in relevant field(s) of Earth system sciences. Extensive professional experience (10 years minimum) in the planning and organization of large scientific projects and/or the management of a scientific institute. Demonstrated record of publishing scholarly papers in open and peer reviewed literature. Familiarity with science management and policy decision processes at the national and international levels. Familiarity with the working procedures of international organizations. Demonstrated ability in science communication to policymakers, and in resource mobilization through voluntary contributions and competitive proposals.
Other requirements
The ability to establish and maintain professional contacts at a senior level within the three WCRP sponsoring agencies (WMO, ICSU, IOC of UNESCO) and other organizations involved in climate research. Exposure and sensitivity to a multicultural environment; demonstrated capability for original thought and initiative, maturity of judgment and the ability to lead a team or participate effectively as a team member would be a definite advantage. Ability to write scientific reports, documents and correspondence in English and to produce final texts and tables using modern multimedia software and hardware; familiarity with budgeting and costing and acquisition of goods and services through competitive process. Knowledge of major global development initiatives and the expected role of climate science and services in sustainable development.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of English or French and a good working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of other official languages of the Organization would be an advantage.
(Note: the working languages of the WMO Secretariat are English and French. The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.)
  • The Secretary­General may appoint a candidate at a grade below the advertised grade of the post, with the possibility of promotion to that grade within three years of appointment, subject to satisfactory appraisal of performance.
SALARY, ALLOWANCES AND OTHER BENEFITS
Annual net base salary on initial appointment is US$ 112,096 for staff members with dependants US$ 102,981 for staff members without dependants Annual post adjustment on initial salary is US$ 117,589 for staff members with dependants US$ 108,027 for staff members without dependants This post adjustment, which is subject to change without notice, is paid in addition to the net basic salary. APPLICATIONS: Applications should be made on the WMO Personal History Form which may be obtained from the WMO Secretariat on request or downloaded from the Internet at http://www.wmo.int/vacancies and should be addressed under confidential cover to: The Secretary­General, World Meteorological Organization, P.O. Box 2300, 1211 Geneva 2, Switzerland Date of issue of vacancy notice: 8 October 2013

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Job: Programme Assistant

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Location: Bern, Switzerland 
Deadline: Thursday, 10 October 2013 

 Description
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), the successful candidate will beresponsible for providing operational support in the mission.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Organize all operational and administrative tasks within the RAS (ReintegrationAssistance Switzerland) project in connection with voluntary returns the following Africancountries: Nigeria, Chad, Sudan and South Sudan, Ethiopia, Angola, Burundi, CongoBrazzaville, Congo DRC, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Rwanda, South Africa,Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe. Ensure the provision of specific operational return andreintegration assistance for individual cases (travel services, reception services,reintegration services and monitoring services) in close collaboration with the relevantIOM units in the Regional Office and the relevant field missions and other partners, aswell as the relevant Swiss counterparts.
2. Provide return-relevant information to the Swiss Federal Office for Migration, thecantonal return counseling offices, pre-departure training providers and others byimplementing IOM Bern's RIF-program (Return Information Fund).
3. Provide specific operational return and reintegration assistance for individual returneesin close collaboration with the relevant IOM units in the Regional Office and the Field, aswell as with the relevant Swiss counterparts, by implementing IOM Bern's SIM-program(swiss REPAT-IOM Movements) and by implementing IOM Bern's R.A.S. program(Reintegration Assistance Switzerland).
4. Coordinate and provide support to the Swiss cantonal return counseling offices and toother cantonal and NGO-partners.
5. Undertake duty travel within Switzerland and abroad.6. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required CompetenciesBehavioural
a)takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
b) works effectively withall clients and stakeholders;
c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;
d)takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
e) plans work,anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
f) displays mastery ofsubject matter;
g) contributes to a collegial team environment;
h) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;
i)displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
j) works with internal and externalstakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
a)effectively applies knowledge of migration issues within organizational context;
b)correctly frames migration issues within their regional, global, and political context.
Required Qualifications and Experience
a)completion of secondary school and post-school qualification in social science orrelated field;
b) four years' experience in an international organization in an operationalsupport;
c) experience in the area of migration management, identification and resolvingoperational problems;
d) high level of computer literacy particularly in Microsoft suite ofprograms;e)previous experience in reserving flights, organizing payments andmonitoring returns an advantage.
LanguagesFluency in English, French and German is required.
NOTE:
1. Applications from candidates who hold higher qualifications from an accredited institutionof higher education may be considered.How to apply:Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitmentsystem, by October 10, 2013 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.htmlIn order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filledin and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation forapplications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your applicationin your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:From 26.09.2013 to 10.10.2013
Requisition: Requisition: SVN2013/02 (E) – Programme Assistant (Grade Equiv. G4) - Bern,Switzerland (54516308) ReleasedPosting: Requisition: SVN2013/02 (E) - Programme Assistant (Grade Equiv. G4) - Bern, Switzerland(54516317) Released
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