About Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar

Investigative Mechanism for Myanmaris part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening), P2 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in Switzerland, you will contribute your expertise to advance the organization’s mission and support international cooperation on critical global challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide.

Key Details

• Job Title:ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening), P2
• Grade:P-2
• Location:geneva, Switzerland
• Department:Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar
• Contract Type:Temporary Assignment
• Salary Range:$55,163.0 – $73,465.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in business or public administration, finance, accounting, law or a related field is required.
• Academic Qualifications: A first level university degree, in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree with no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P)..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English is required.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Desirable Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking French UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I.
• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in administration, finance, accounting, human resources management or related area is required. (No experience is needed for candidates who have passed a United Nations Competitive Recruitment Examination.) Experience in the administration and grant management of extra-budgetary resources from voluntary contributions is desirable.

Skills

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of administrative, budgetary, financial and human resources policies and procedures.
• Ability to apply various United Nations administrative rules and regulations in work situations.
• Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis.
• Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations.
• 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.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• 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.
• PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently..
• Relevant hands-on experience with UN administrative/financial policies and practices is desirable.
• Experience working with ERP systems, such as UMOJA, is desirable..

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply