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Issued by: OSCE Secretariat
Vacancy number: VNSECG01384
Vacancy type: Local Contracted
Field of expertise: General Support Functions
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Vienna
Date of issue: 24 October 2018
Deadline for application: 20 November 2018 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		Please note that this position is advertised in order that a pool of suitable candidates is established on the OSCE Roster for Temporary Assistance and such candidates will be contacted if there is a temporary vacant position of Manual Worker. The Department of Management and Finance (DMF) is the largest department in the OSCE Secretariat and is responsible for managing the material and financial resources of the Organization. It provides policy guidance on the management of OSCE financial and material resources and develops and maintains OSCE Financial Regulations and Rules and Financial Administrative Instructions. DMF consists of Budget and Finance Services, Mission Support Section, Information and Communication Technology Section and the Information Security and Co-ordination unit. Mission Support Section provides the working framework for OSCE's procurement and contracting, asset management and logistics, travel management and facilities management activities. It also acts as the policy development and co-ordination point for resource administration in the OSCE’s Executive Structures in relation to these activities, including providing on-site assistance and technical training programmes.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Under the overall supervision of the Chief Building Support Services and the direct supervision of the Senior Building Maintenance Assistant, the Temporary Manual Worker will be tasked with tasks related to manual maintenance work and relocation of offices and furniture, specifically: Performing manual tasks related to supporting maintenance work and repair of mechanical and sanitary installations, heating and ventilation, air conditioning, water distribution systems and outdoor installations; Cleaning surfaces of facades, inner courtyards and other areas in support of the building maintenance assistants; Moving furniture and equipment in connection to office relocations and the related cleaning, repair and refurbishment of offices; Assembling, dismantling and moving furniture, partition walls and heavy equipment; Mounting cupboards, charts, rails, signs, etc., in the premises; Maintaining storage of furniture components and other assets; Repairing minor damage to walls, floors and ceilings; Monitoring stock levels of stationary and re-ordering supplies; Supporting waste disposal; Performing other duties as required. For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Secretariat, please see http://www.osce.org/secretariat

Necessary Qualifications

		Completed secondary education; Vocational training in painting, woodwork, electricity or plumbing; At least one year of practical experience in manual work in a building or facility management environment; Working knowledge of English and/or German; Physically fit and able to carry out demanding strenuous activities; Ability to comply with safety regulations and deal with hazardous substances in a safe manner using protective clothing; Ability to work in a team and establish working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Required competencies

		Core values Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work Core competencies Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Remuneration Package

		Remuneration varies according to the level of the job and the selected candidate's qualifications and previous experience.

How To Apply

		If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://jobs.osce.org/vacancies. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. Only those applicants who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted. Please note that vacancies in the OSCE are open for competition only amongst nationals of participating States, please see http://www.osce.org/states. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.