UNICEF Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC)
About the company
Our story
- 1946-12The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) was established
- 2015-09The GSSC has been serving UNICEF staff and offices globally ever since
- 2020In 2020, the GSSC was recognized as Business Services Firm of the Year in Hungary
- 2020Outposted colleagues are joining the GSSC, further strengthening its capabilities
- 2024Two global groups, Travel and RAS (Recruitment Administration Services) are joining the UNICEF global business services hub (GSSC).
Office address
Budapest, Wesselényi utca 16, 1077 MagyarországWhat makes our product special
Our product
Shared services to 190 countries worldwide
UNICEF staff in the field are doing all they can to reach the most vulnerable children across the world. But they also need support to stay focused on delivering the best results. That’s why we have a Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC) that takes care of these needs.
The GSSC supports more than 150 UNICEF offices and over 17,000 staff worldwide with Business Innovation & Support, IT, Customer Care, HR, Payroll, Finance, Data Analytics and Change Management services.
UNICEF Global Shared Services Centre’s (GSSC) vision is to drive excellence in service delivery, efficiency, and business modernization by using leading best practices and technology to support UNICEF’s mission and the Sustainable Development Goals, for the realization of the rights of every child.
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Company values
Life with us
Diversity across generations
At GSSC, our workforce is made of millennials, Gen-Z professionals with a cadre of more senior colleagues, the average age being 41. This diversity contributes to a dynamic and well-balanced workplace.
Our geographical diversity with over 50 nationalities, with Hungarians forming the core part of our workforce
Lightning round
- Ties or shorts?
- Somewhere in between.
- Lunch?
- Enjoying lunch with great colleagues.
- Favorite decor?
- Seasonally changing decorations.
Trainings and workshops
UNICEF offers diverse learning opportunities: executive/team coaching, language programs, Management Masterclass, the Agora learning portal and hundreds of free courses on Lynda.com and LinkedIn.
How can the employees affect the company’s life?
Employees drive our company's future with their ideas and engagement, fostering innovation and a positive work culture. At UNICEF GSSC, we utilize our staff community page on Viva Engage for open communication (official and personal), a Global Staff Survey for feedback, a Staff Association for representation, quarterly all-staff meetings, and quarterly pulse check to enhance our work environment.
Why we love our office
UNICEF GSSC is at the heart of Budapest, near Astoria and Deak Ferenc Square, easily accessible by public transport. The office is spacious and filled with light, featuring a beautiful garden, a well-equipped gym, table tennis, darts and a rooftop terrace with city views. Surrounded by diverse restaurants it's a vibrant and welcoming place to work.
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What would I miss if I left
"I'd miss the supportive colleagues and the vibrant, diverse work culture that makes every day enjoyable and enriching."
Viktor Farkas
HR Associate - Senior Talent Sourcer
Favourite thing in the office
Personal qualities we appreciate
At UNICEF, we cherish a heartfelt commitment to supporting every child's well-being. We value empathy, patience, diversity, kindness, openness, equality, humor, and a collaborative spirit in our team.
Which celebrity would your company be?
Emma Thompson - Empathic
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