Administrative Assistant job at UN-Habitat
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Vacancy title:
Administrative Assistant

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO , Category: Admin & Office ]

Jobs at:

UN-Habitat

Deadline of this Job:
30 November 2022  

Duty Station:
Within Kenya , Nairobi , East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, November 18, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Competencies
• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area, or other specialized fields. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues or problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet, and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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.

Education
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application. Having passed the Administrative Support Assessment Test in English at the United Nations headquarters, Economic Commission for Africa, Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, United Nations Office at Geneva, United Nations Office at Vienna, International criminal tribunal for Rwanda or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia may be accepted in lieu of the GGST.

Work Experience
• Working experience with Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP is required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive responsible experience in administration, finance/accounting, management, general office support or related area, is required.
Languages
• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.


Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education:
High School

Job application procedure

Interested and qualified? Go to UN-Habitat on inspira.un.org to apply


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Job Info
Job Category: Administrative jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 30 November 2022
Duty Station: Nairobi
Posted: 18-11-2022
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 18-11-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 18-11-2066
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