| Posting Title: | Benefits Officer, P3 |
| Job Code Title: | BENEFITS OFFICER |
| Department/Office: | United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund |
| Duty Station: | NEW YORK |
| Posting Period: | 13 July 2018 - 26 August 2018 |
| Job Opening Number: | 18-Administration-UNJSPF-93966-R-New York (R) |
| Staffing Exercise | N/A |
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
This position is located in the Pension Entitlements
Section within the Operations Division of the United Nations Joint
Staff Pension Fund. The incumbent reports to the Chief, Pension
Entitlements Section, and through him/her, to the Chief of Operations of
UNJSPF. The Operations Service is responsible for ensuring that all
eligible participants, retirees and other beneficiaries are serviced in
accordance with the Regulations, Rules and Pensions Adjustment System of
the Fund, while fully adhering to the communications, quality
management and internal control policies as outlined in the Fund's
management charter.
Under
the general supervision of the Chief of the Pension Entitlements
Section, the incumbent plans, organizes and supervises the activities of
one of the three Work Units of the Section performing the following
duties:
- Administers and manages the participation and separation process, and post-retirement matters of the staff of UNJPSF member organizations.
- Ensures correct application, interpretation and implementation of benefit entitlements under UNJSPF Regulations and Rules and Pension Adjustment System.
- Reviews, authorizes and/or approves relevant documents for new participation and changes; for the determination of eligibility and benefits entitlements.
- Approves and releases the amount of the benefit with respect to withdrawal settlement, retirement, disability, survivor and related benefits for the staff as well as transfer agreements between the
UNJSPF and other (inter)national organizations.
- Reviews and approves estimated benefits requested by participants and beneficiaries; analyses complex benefit entitlement cases and decides on the disposition of such cases within the scope of
delegated authority.
- Reviews probable exceptions to established procedures for presentation and recommendation to senior management for approval.
- Provides input for the development/enhancement of computer systems and tests various systems when required.
- Ensures that all staff in the unit become proficient in all areas of work in the unit and section.
- Ensures that staff are trained in the application of the computer systems.
- Administers and manages the participation and separation process, and post-retirement matters of the staff of UNJPSF member organizations.
- Ensures correct application, interpretation and implementation of benefit entitlements under UNJSPF Regulations and Rules and Pension Adjustment System.
- Reviews, authorizes and/or approves relevant documents for new participation and changes; for the determination of eligibility and benefits entitlements.
- Approves and releases the amount of the benefit with respect to withdrawal settlement, retirement, disability, survivor and related benefits for the staff as well as transfer agreements between the
UNJSPF and other (inter)national organizations.
- Reviews and approves estimated benefits requested by participants and beneficiaries; analyses complex benefit entitlement cases and decides on the disposition of such cases within the scope of
delegated authority.
- Reviews probable exceptions to established procedures for presentation and recommendation to senior management for approval.
- Provides input for the development/enhancement of computer systems and tests various systems when required.
- Ensures that all staff in the unit become proficient in all areas of work in the unit and section.
- Ensures that staff are trained in the application of the computer systems.
Professionalism:
Demonstrated knowledge in pension administration and specifically with
regard to benefit entitlements and participation; ability to produce
reports and papers on technical issues related to pension administration
and entitlements; ability to review and edit the work of others.
Knowledge of UNJPSF rules and regulations. Demonstrated knowledge of
and familiarity with computer systems. Demonstrated research,
analytical and evaluative skills. 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.
Planning & 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.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; Appraises performance fairly.
Planning & 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.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; Appraises performance fairly.
Advanced
university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in business or
public administration, finance, accounting, or related area. A
first-level university degree in combination with an additional two
years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
university degree.
A
minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the
area of employee benefit schemes or related area at the national or
international level is required. Experience in supervising staff or work
of others in a diverse multinational and multicultural environment is
desirable. Experience within the UN common system or in the public
sector (in Human Resources, Payroll or Legal field) is desirable.
English
and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
For this post, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN
official language is desirable.
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
The
United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) is an independent
inter-agency body established by the United Nations General Assembly.
The applicable human resources procedures are governed by a Memorandum
of Understanding (MoU) between the Fund and the UN Secretariat.
On the basis of the MoU and in light of the status of the UNJSPF, it was decided that General Services staff members at the GS-6 and GS-7 levels shall be eligible to apply to the positions in this job opening, provided they meet the requirements of the positions as set forth in this job opening. If selected, a General Service staff member would be required to resign from their appointment in the General Service category and be reappointed on a fixed-term appointment limited to service with the UNJSPF. The period of ineligibility for re-employment following resignation shall not apply to such staff resigning from the General Service or related category to take up the functions of these positions in the Fund secretariat.
Any candidate from a member organization of the UNJSPF applying for this post is considered as an internal candidate provided he/she has been appointed through the appointment and promotion procedures applicable in his/her respective organization.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
The United Nations is Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
On the basis of the MoU and in light of the status of the UNJSPF, it was decided that General Services staff members at the GS-6 and GS-7 levels shall be eligible to apply to the positions in this job opening, provided they meet the requirements of the positions as set forth in this job opening. If selected, a General Service staff member would be required to resign from their appointment in the General Service category and be reappointed on a fixed-term appointment limited to service with the UNJSPF. The period of ineligibility for re-employment following resignation shall not apply to such staff resigning from the General Service or related category to take up the functions of these positions in the Fund secretariat.
Any candidate from a member organization of the UNJSPF applying for this post is considered as an internal candidate provided he/she has been appointed through the appointment and promotion procedures applicable in his/her respective organization.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
The United Nations is Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
According
to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the
paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity
of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and
integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the
United Nations if they have committed violations of international human
rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual
exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic
offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have
been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual
exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of
vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes,
including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or
politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual
abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual
nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
THE
UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT
PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE
UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’
BANK ACCOUNTS.
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