Administration Officer (Roster)
Port Sudan
- Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
- Location: Port Sudan
- Grade: Junior level - LICA-8, Local Individual Contractors Agreement
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Occupational Groups:
- Operations and Administrations
- Administration
- Closing Date: Closed
Functional Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions
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1. Ensures management of UNOPS premises, focusing on achievement of the following results:
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2. Ensures proper assistance to management on security-related issues, focusing on achievement of the following results:
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3. Ensures effective management of Port Sudan Office administrative services and supervision of the administrative team, focusing on achievement of the following results:
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4. Provides support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing, focusing on achievement of the following results:
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Education/Experience/Language requirements
a. Education
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Business or Public Administration, or related fields. A first-level university degree in combination with required qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
b. Work Experience
Less than 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in administrative management. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages
c. Languages
Fluency in written and oral English and Arabic is required.
Competencies
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. |
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. |
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). |
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. |
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. |
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. |
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. |
Contract type, level and duration
Contract type: ICA
Contract level: LICA-8Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx
Additional Considerations
- Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
- Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
- The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
Background Information - Job-specific
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.
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Under the guidance and direct supervision of Senior Project Manager, the Administration Analyst is responsible for the quality of administrative support services for the Port Sudan Office. He/she analyzes and interprets the administrative rules and regulations and provides solutions to complex issues related to administration. The Administration Analyst promotes a collaborative, client-focused, quality and results-oriented approach.
The Administration Analyst may supervise and lead the team of the administration personnel within the Port Sudan Office. The Administration Analyst works in close collaboration with the support services, programme and project teams locally, UNOPS HQ colleagues, UN agencies and Government officials to successfully deliver administrative services.
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