Senior Administrative Associate
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
Job Purpose
The Senior Administrative Associate (G-7) will provide direct administrative management support services in a country or sub-country office. The incumbent will assist in ensuring efficient and cost-effective administrative support services, providing guidance to administrative staff and supporting staff in office administrative assignments. This role ensures the office’s administrative operations and services are in compliance with the organization's administrative policy, procedures, rules, and regulations. The position is crucial for maintaining the smooth functioning of the office and supporting UNICEF's mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential.
Responsibilities
The Senior Administrative Associate will be responsible for the accurate interpretation and implementation of administrative policies and procedures, including providing Administrative & Financial Support. Key duties involve budget management, ensuring efficient administrative support services, and contributing to office security and safety. The role also encompasses procurement processes, asset and property management, and handling administrative transactions and contractual arrangements. Furthermore, the incumbent will support staff learning and development initiatives and foster partnership, coordination, and collaboration within the office and with external stakeholders. The position requires performing any other duties and responsibilities assigned as required to ensure the effective operation of the office.
Work Experience
Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant administrative or clerical work experience is required for the position.
Skills
Administrative operations, Budget administration, Policy implementation, Asset management, Fleet management, Contract compliance, Efficient support services delivery, Organizational rules and procedures, Clerical work