Official Job Title: |
Administrative Assistant Duty Station: Uzbekistan, Tashkent |
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Grade (Classified) |
G-5 |
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Post Number: |
00010201 |
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Post Type: |
Non-Rotational |
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Duration: |
One year initially |
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Organizational Unit: |
UNFPA Uzbekistan CO |
1. Organizational Location
The Administrative Assistant position is located in Uzbekistan country office. Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Administrative Finance Associate, and as a member of the operations team, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative and financial support to the office, maintaining full confidentiality in all aspects of assignment, maintenance of protocol procedures, information flow and follow up on deadlines and commitments made. |
2. Job Purpose
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and financial support to UNFPA Uzbekistan Country Office. |
3. Major Activities/Expected Results
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4. Work Relations
The Administrative Assistant works with and provides support to the members of the Uzbekistan Country Office, both programme and operations. Contacts with staff and other personnel to promote achievement of common goals and shared objectives and demonstrate personal commitment to UNFPA’s mandate and organizational vision. |
5. Job Requirements
Education: Completed secondary level education required. First level university degree desirable. Knowledge and Experience: · 5 years of previous relevant experience in secretarial/administrative functions; · Some experience in research assistance; · Previous experience in the UN is an asset; · Knowledge of protocol; · Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; · Computer literacy - Word, Excel, Power-point, etc. · Knowledge of Atlas/PeopleSoft or other ERP system is an asset; · Good writing and communication skills. Required Competencies: Values: · Exemplifying integrity · Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system · Embracing cultural diversity · Embracing change Core Competencies: · Achieving results · Being accountable · Developing and applying professional expertise/ business acumen · Thinking analytically and strategically · Working in teams/ managing ourselves and our relationships · Communicating for impact Functional Skill Set: · Providing logistical support · Managing data · Managing documents, correspondence and reports · Managing information and work flow · Planning, organizing and multitasking Languages: Fluency in English and Russian is required. Working level of Uzbek is required. |
To view the complete job description and apply to this position, please go to: http://www.uz.undp.org/content/uzbekistan/en/home/operations/jobs.html