JOB OPENINGDate: 11 September 2019 The International Trade Centre is looking for a:
G-6, Senior Travel Assistant (50%)Division of Programme Support (DPS), Central Support Services (CSS)JOB OPENING No. ITC/JO/57/2019
Post subject to local recruitment*
For ITC purposes the definition of “local” shall be that at the time of application the applicant is already residing
(with the requisite permit) within a radius of 50 kms from the ITC offices on rue Montbrillant, Geneva or within a1h15min commuting distance by public transport or car. Applicants not meeting this criterion will not beconsidered.ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion and gender parity and considers all persons equally,including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. ITC also offersattractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work/life balance and to allow all staffmembers to express and develop their talents fully.Deadline for application: 13 October 2019 (midnight Geneva time)Entry date: as soon as possibleDuty station: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration of appointment: One year, renewableORGANIZATIONAL SETTINGThe Central Support Services (CSS) supports ITC's substantive divisions in the fulfilment of theorganization's mandate and in their activities related to programme-delivery by providing timely,efficient, reliable and cost effective Travel, Procurement, Registry, Messenger, Building Maintenance,and Security services through the implementation of client-oriented, transparent and accessibleprocedures, compliant with related UN rules and regulations.RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direct supervision of the Administrative Officer (Travel and Support Services) and theoverall guidance of the Chief, CSS the incumbent;
? Coordinates the travel of ITC staff and non-staff members (meeting participants, internationalconsultants), traveling to and from a wide range of member states in connection with missionduties.
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? Processes all travel requests for official travel e.g., airfare/ticketing, excess baggageentitlements, terminal expenses, , daily subsistence allowance, lump-sum travel for staff anddependents on traveling on missions, etc.
? Provides information and advice to staff and non-staff travelers in accordance with ITC travelpolicies.
? Provides information on rates and travel schedules for specific itineraries, as requested forbudgeting purposes for programme managers.
? Contacts airlines to resolve ticketing or fare issues for complex travels.
? Processes and monitors all ticket refunds (cancelled tickets).
? Examines and pre-audits the official itineraries of ITC travelers, as stated in the travel request, inorder determine air travel cost entitlement of the proposed official travel of the mission personneland ensures conformity with established rules, regulations and relevant directives;
? Handles travel emergencies during and outside business working hours (processes emergencycalls through the Emergency Service Centre from the travel agency).
? Reviews travel expenses reports ensuring that entitlements are in conformity with Staff Rules.Refers discrepancies back to Certifying Officers for clarification and possible correction.
? Advises Administrative Office of more efficient and cost effective routings with regard to morecomplicated staff itineraries, and assists them in making travel plans in order to take advantageof the benefits to be derived from UN/ITC corporate fares.
? Maintains a daily contact with the travel agency to resolve travel issues and clients’requests/complaints.
? Maintains travel statistics (Voluntary downgrade, ad-hoc DSA requests, refunds, exceptions totravel policy, emergency calls, insurance certificates, etc…)
? Resolves with the Finance Department all invoicing / payment problems regarding the travelagency’s invoices (tickets and visas).
? Coordinates with the various Consulates and embassies and the visa provider (travel agency)regarding the provision of visas for official travel.
? Processes and calculates the ITC carbon footprint for travel emissions using the ICAO software.ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent.
WORK EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 7 years in the travel industry (Preferably travel agencies forcorporate clients/sites, or in an International Organization’s Travel Department or in airlines)Demonstrated experience in managing multicultural and high level clients.Demonstrated experience in managing complex travel cases and travel emergencies.LANGUAGES: Advanced knowledge of English and French required.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
? Demonstrated knowledge of Global Distribution Systems (GDS) such as Amadeus and/orGalileo.
? Working knowledge of the travel module of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system,
preferably SAP.ITC’S VALUES are: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for DiversityITC’S CORE COMPETENCIES are: Communication, Teamwork, Planning & Organizing,Accountability, Creativity, Client Orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Technologicalawareness.ITC’S MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES are: Vision, Leadership, Empowering Others, ManagingPerformance, Building Trust, Judgment/Decision making.For further information on competency based interview please click hereINTERNATIONAL TRADE CENTRE Page 3
CRITICAL JOB-SPECIFIC VALUES AND COMPETENCIES
ITC Values
? ProfessionalismCore Competencies
? Client Orientation
? Teamwork
? CommunicationTERMS OF SERVICE
Appointments with ITC are service-limited to this organization. The conditions of service are governedby the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. This is a fixed term appointment.INDICATIVE ANNUAL SALARY AT THE G-6 LEVEL
Annual Salary (net of tax)
CHF 82,234CHF single rate, with annual increments subject to performance.For further information please consult the International Civil Service Commission website:http://icsc.un.orgHOW TO APPLY (POST SUBJECT TO LOCAL RECRUITMENT)
Candidates are required to complete an on-line application. To apply, please visit the ITC website athttp://www.intracen.org/about/itc-careers/current-job-openings/ which provides all related instructionson how to complete the on-line personal history form (PHF). Candidates should also submit amotivation letter.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. Applications received afterthe deadline will not be accepted. Information on the status of a vacancy can be obtained at:http://www.intracen.org/about/itc-careers/current-job-openings/Applicants may be required to take the ITC Microsoft Office Proficiency Test (ITC uses MicrosoftOffice 2010) if not already having done so.A written test may be held for this position. You must ensure that you are the sole author of theanswers. Reference materials including your own work and material may be used if properly cited.
Please be informed that software that detects plagiarism will be used to verify candidate’s answers.
Please note that candidates to this position may be considered for other ITC job openings subject tomeeting the relevant eligibility and competency requirements.
