Org. Setting and ReportingThe Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (\"Mechanism\") was established by the Human Rights Council in its resolution 39/2, adopted on 27 September 2018, to investigate serious international crimes (i.e., crimes against humanity, war crimes and genocide) and other violations of international law. The creation of the Mechanism was welcomed by the General Assembly in its resolution 73/264, adopted on 22 December 2018. This position is based in Geneva, Switzerland, the incumbent will work in the Administrative Services Section under the supervision of the Administrative Officer. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Associate Administrative Officer will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and may not be carried out by all Associate Administrative Officers.) Human Resource Management - Undertakes actions related to the administration of the IIMM's human resource activities, e. g., recruitment, placement, promotion, performance appraisal, job classification reviews, separation of staff members, training etc., ensuring consistency in the application of UN rules and procedures. - Provides information regarding conditions of service, duties and responsibilities, and privileges and entitlements under the Staff Rules and Regulations. - Provides information on staffing needs for inclusion in the IIMM's staffing table. Budget and Finance - Assists in developing the IIMM's work program and budget; analyses inputs and formulates resource allocations by work program, or business processes. - Monitors budget/work program with respect to Headquarters' budget, trust funds and grants, on a regular basis, and reallocates resources as necessary. - Supports the implementation of procedures and systems for implementing the appropriate financial database. - Contributes to the development of budgetary guidelines for own Section. General Administration - Supervises support staff as required. - Performs other related administrative duties, as required (e.g., operational travel programme, monitoring accounts and payment to vendors and individual contractors for services, physical space planning and the identification of office technology needs and maintenance of equipment, software and systems). CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: 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. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in business or public administration, finance, accounting, law or a related field is required. A first level university degree, in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. 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). Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA 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. Relevant hands-on experience with UN administrative/financial policies and practices is desirable. Experience working with ERP systems, such as UMOJA, is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. French is desirable. 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).