People & Culture Assistant
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About the job
How can you make a difference?
This is a batch vacancy announcement for multiple upcoming People & Culture Assistant GS-5 level positions. The recommended candidates will be considered for fixed-term and temporary posts as needed, in sections such as People Administration – Onboarding, Benefits & Entitlements, Recruitment Administrative Services, as well as Payroll & Offboarding. They may also be placed in the talent group for direct appointments at later stage.
The People & Culture Assistant manages complex administrative and transactional tasks to the efficient implementation of a broad range of Human Resources (HR) functions for all categories of staff in the office, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UN, UNICEF HR and financial and recruitment rules and regulations.
Salary range
Preferred application method
English,
Work schedule
Responsibilities
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Professional skills
- Digital tools and systems knowledge4 / 5
- Ability to manage tasks and projects effectively and prioritize4 / 5
Qualifications
Language skills
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Personal skills
Your future team in numbers
- Team size
- 6-10 person
- Team age range
- 24 - 45
What will you learn
The new colleague will gain hands-on experience in global HR operations within an international organization, covering areas such as onboarding, payroll, recruitment administration, offboarding, HR case management, and service delivery. They will strengthen their skills in stakeholder communication, process coordination, data accuracy, problem-solving, and working in a multicultural environment.
The role also provides exposure to enterprise HR systems, digital workflows, reporting tools, and shared service center operations, helping colleagues build strong operational and analytical capabilities that are highly transferable across the private and public sectors.
UNICEF supports continuous learning and professional growth through a wide range of internal and external training opportunities. Colleagues can access online learning platforms, technical HR trainings, soft skills development programs, language learning opportunities, leadership-related courses, and mandatory UN learning certifications. In addition, employees are encouraged to participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives, cross-team collaboration, and on-the-job learning experiences that support long-term career development and internal mobility within UNICEF.
Advantage, if...
1 year of recruitment experience enables the colleague to quickly understand hiring processes, candidate communication, and recruitment coordination in a fast-paced international environment.
Spanish B2 knowledge is a strong advantage when supporting Spanish-speaking candidates, colleagues, and stakeholders globally, while also contributing to more effective and inclusive communication across regions.
Do not apply, if...
- Applicants must be nationals of Hungary or EU/Schengen countries or in the possession of a valid long-term Hungarian residence and work permits. Temporary and sponsored permits are not accepted. UNICEF GSSC does not facilitate MFA accreditation for locally recruited staff. Applicants with non-EU citizenship must attach copies of their valid Hungarian residence and work permits, otherwise their applications will not be considered.
UNICEF Global Shared Services Centre
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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Life with us
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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