Head of General Administration Unit

6 days ago


Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan UNDP in the Arab States region Full time
About the Role:

This position requires an experienced operations professional to lead the general administration unit at UNDP in the Arab States region. As the Head of General Administration Unit, you will oversee the coordination of various operational and logistical activities, ensuring seamless delivery of administrative services to stakeholders. This includes supervising teams engaged in travel, common services, and premises management, facilitating knowledge building and sharing, and providing strategic guidance to colleagues on operational matters.

To succeed in this role, you should possess a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, finance, economics, or a related field, combined with at least four years of relevant experience. Alternatively, a master's degree in a similar field with two years of experience would also be acceptable. You must demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups. Experience with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is desirable.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and implement operational strategies, manage procurement plans, ensure compliance with UN/UNDP rules and regulations, and provide administrative support services. They will also contribute to the development of customer service strategy, look for ways to add value beyond client requests, and anticipate clients' upcoming needs and concerns.

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