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Senior Building Services Assistant
UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees)
Business
Business Administration
Melkadida
1 years
1 Position
2023-11-25
to
2023-12-10
Secretarial & Office Management
12th grade Senior Year
Full Time
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Job Description
Hardship Level E (most hardship)
Family Type Non Family with Residential Location
Family Type Non Family with Residential LocationDanger Pay
Residential location (if applicable) Addis Ababa,Eth Fed Dem Rep
Grade GS5
Staff Member / Affiliate Type General Service
Reason Regular > Regular Assignment
Remote work accepted No
Target Start Date 2024-01-01
Job Posting End Date December 10, 2023
Standard Job Description
Senior Building Services Assistant Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The incumbent of the position deals with internal customers at HQ, Bureau or in field locations. The Senior Building Services Assistant is supervised by the Building Services Associate who defines general work objectives and provides necessary advice and guidance. The Building Services Assistant works within the Building Management Unit and provides smooth delivery of services to internal customers in an efficient, cost effective, service oriented and timely manner. The Senior Building Services Assistant has, in addition, regular work relationships with third party service providers. S/he provides support on routine and non-routine issues. When needed, the Senior Building Services Assistant proposes continuous improvement initiatives for a better management of the Unit. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.
Duties
- Acts on all the assigned service requests, distributing the work between third party service providers when required. - Monitor regularly that all contracted service providers comply with the established terms of reference, and recommend corrective actions to ensure full client satisfaction. - Supports the supervisor in managing the purchasing of a large range of items and services required for the maintenance of the buildings. - Prepares and supports the organisation for all events and receptions at the headquarters premises, liaising with the requesting units to ensure all needs are looked after. - Supports the management, maintenance and control of official vehicles. - Handles transportation to and from a number of different locations to support any need of the organization. - When required, support to daily operation of the warehouse (receive equipment, material, catalogues in the warehouse and verifies against the purchase order, for damage/loss and proper record in UNHCR ERP system (MSRP); confirms arrival of equipment to all parties concerned; ensures proper storage of materials; prepares standard packing for shipments; informs field offices of shipment details and provide scanned copies of shipping documents; prepare insurance documents in case of loss or short landing; prepares forms for obsolete/broken equipment of which the section is the custodian; issues packing lists, prepare shipments, make bookings, and informs weight and volume and specific routing information; check invoices and waybills and settle invoices; undertakes physical inventory of the warehouse for all Property Plants and Equipment and Serially Tracked Items). - When required, prepares requisitions, ensure that purchase orders are issued and create receipts when goods and services are delivered. - When required, supports the work of the Mail and Stationary Unit. - Determines planning and delivery schedules to meet demand in the timeliest manner. - Verifies non-PO invoices for accuracy. - Issues requisitions and performs receipt in the UNHCR ERP system (MSRP). - Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Years of Experience / Degree Level For G5 - 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher Field(s) of Education Not specified (Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential) Certificates and/or Licenses *Driving License (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential) Relevant Job Experience Essential Experience in support services with exposure to building maintenance, financial management, logistics and procurement. Familiarity with ERP system supply chain and financials. Experience in supervision and management of staff. Desirable Knowledge of United Nations administrative, human resources and financial rules and procedures. Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Knowledge of local area building management¿s vendors and service providers highly desirable. Experience in liaison with a wide range of suppliers of goods and services. Functional Skills IT-Computer Literacy SC-PeopleSoft Supply Chain Management SC-UN/UNHCR Procurement Rules and Procedures FI-ERP Financial Management (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Workday and other) (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.
Desired Candidate Profile
Standard JD will apply.
Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level):
Desired languages
Operational context
Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:
Nature of Position:
Living and Working Conditions:
Additional Qualifications
Skills
FI-ERP Financial Management (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Workday and other), IT-Computer Literacy, SC-PeopleSoft Supply Chain Management, SC-UN/UNHCR Procurement Rules and Procedures
Education
Certifications
Driving License - Other
Work Experience
Competencies
Accountability, Analytical thinking, Change capability & adaptability, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Organizational awareness, Planning & organizing, Teamwork & collaboration
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Compendium
Additional Information
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
A written test (eliminatory or complementary) and oral interviews may be administered for shortlisted candidates.
Functional clearance
This position doesn't require a functional clearance
How to Apply
Register using the following link CLICK HERE
Fields Of Study
Secretarial & Office Management
12th grade Senior Year
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