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Security Policy Procedure

1

Step

Provide guidance to UNDP managers and personnel on key UNSMS/UNDP security responsibilities
 

Responsible Party

Resident Representative,

UNDP, UNV and UNCDF personnel

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Explanatory Notes

All to familiarize themselves aware of security policy and the security responsibilities inherent in their roles.
 

 

2

Step

Provide guidance on the applicability of individuals employed/hosted by UNDP
 

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

Due to the broad nature of the UNSMS applicability policy, the UNDP Security Applicability Guideline is developed and expands on the applicability of certain individuals within UNDP’s context including clarity on if the same individuals fall under UNDP’s security accountability and responsibility.

(a) Alternate Work Modalities; and (b) Personnel and family restrictions (relocation and evacuation) are covered by the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) Security Policy Manual – Chapter IV Section D – Revised Policy on Risk Avoidance

3

Step

Assignment of an Agency Country Security Focal Point (ACSFP)
 

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

In the absence of a dedicated UNDP security professional, the senior most UNDP representative at the country level, in consultation with the UNDP Security Office, will assign an ACSFP to assist the RR in managing the day to day security related matters of UNDP.

 

4

Step

Provide guidance on security mainstreaming

 

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

Ensures security considerations form an integral dimension of the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all projects and programmes. It necessitates early consultations with the UNDP Security Office to ensure security inputs are prioritized at the inception stage, that costs for security are included in appropriate budget lines in proposals and operating budgets.

5

Step

Request for Security Support Mission

 

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

Missions are conducted by UNDP security personnel to assist Offices in the implementation of Security Risk Management measures, to monitor and report on security compliance and provide technical security advice to enable and ensure the mainstreaming of security in all programmes and activities.

 

6

Step

Request for Surge Support

 

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

While the Security Office remains UNDP’s first line of security surge support and backstopping, capacity to respond over the medium term can be stretched. The Security Office maintains or has access to a structured roster as follows: Internal UNDP Security Advisory Resources, External Security Advisory Resources within the UN and a roster of Pre-Identified Security Advisory Resources including the ExpRes Consultancy Roster.

7

Step

Provide support to UNDP Country Offices for Surge response

 

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

UNDP Security Office may provide temporary central funding for a maximum period of 3 months in principle to address security surge requirements. Beyond 3 months, COs will need to commit to mainstreaming the cost of the security advisory/support requirements. 
 

8

Step

Provide database on all approved Residential Security Measures in duty stations

 

Responsible Party
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Explanatory Notes

RSMs are intended to protect personnel from physical harm or injury at their residence as a result of increased criminal activity and are only applicable to all internationally recruited, or internationally deployed, personnel covered under the UNSMS including eligible family members residing at the duty station of internationally recruited personnel serving elsewhere. Regarding cost-based elements, Offices will notify personnel of the financial and implementation modalities under which such RSM elements may be obtained and will hold personnel accountable for any default, fraud, and deceit with regards to the RSMs.

 

9

Step

Request psychosocial support

 

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

Personnel requiring support during assignments should directly contact UNDP counsellors via oshw.focalpoint@undp.org or the local CISMS UNDSS Counsellor. 

10

Step

Request security clearance for movement or travel in complex high-threat environments

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

In line with the SRM’s Acceptable Risk Model and the Guidelines on Acceptable Risk Oversight and Approval Mechanism (AROAM), a separate procedure is required to clear movement and travel in Very High Risk contexts for personnel delivering PC1 activities.

Approval by the UNDP Administrator will be required to confirm that personnel operating in an area with very high security risk are engaged in PC1 activities.

11

Step

Reporting Security Incidents

 

Responsible Party
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Explanatory Notes

UNDP personnel are required to report security related information and/or security incidents to UNDSS and through the UNDP Security Office1 to the corresponding UNDP manager.

[1] In the absence of a UNDP Security Office personnel, reports should be made to the Agency Country Security Focal Point. 

12

Step

Request for Support in recruiting CO security personnel

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

Offices should follow procedures stipulated, to ensure due diligence in the selection process. Hiring managers should consult with the UNDP Security Director to ensure inputs of the Security Office are incorporated at each stage of the planning and selection process.

13

Step

Achieve full security compliance to Security Risk Management requirements

 

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

The exercise is annual, mandatory and applies to the main offices, sub-offices, Regional Service Centres, HQ locations/Coordination Offices and GSSU.  It is also highly recommended for project offices and includes offices of UNV and UNCDF. The self-assessment process will be completed in the last quarter of the year being assessed.

14

Step

Applying for UNMSM resources

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

Guidelines outline budgetary, financial, and procurement procedures for the resources available centrally within UNDP to cover UN Mandated Security Measures (UNMSM). These requirements are undertaken in response to United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) policy directives and recommendations made within the Security Risk management (SRM) process to ensure security compliance in duty stations.

15

Step

Support in the use of Commercial Air Travel

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

All UNDP Personnel are expected to comply with the safety requirements and briefings provided by crew members with regard to safety while on board an aircraft. UNDP personnel will share concerns or observations regarding the safety of a commercial air carrier to local UNDSS advisor and the UNDP Air Travel Focal points reachable at security@undp.org.

Medical Insurance: Medical Insurance Plan (MIP)

1

Step
Flowchart - MIP process
Responsible Party
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Explanatory Notes

2

Step
Enrollment of staff:

MIP Application/ Request for Change Form completed and submitted together with supporting documents in respect of staff member’s participation, including his/her eligible family members, where relevant
Responsible Party

Staff member

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Explanatory Notes
Education of staff about MIP and distribution of materials by the person most familiar with the scheme is absolutely necessary

If an office administers personnel on behalf of another agency for MIP purposes, the same rules procedures for UNDP staff must be followed

3

Step
Enrollment of staff:

Staff member and eligible dependents (where relevant) are enrolled in MIP in Quantum.
Responsible Party

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Explanatory Notes
In addition to ensuring the correct payroll calculation of these elements, the data entry process is also critical for reporting purposes and for the timely and accurate payments of MIP reimbursement claims

4

Step
Managing eligibility data in Global Payroll:

Data on enrollment form is verified and validated and any change in coverage is processed into Quantum 
promptly
Responsible Party

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Explanatory Notes

5

Step
Eligibility Data:

Reviews and validates eligibility data in the system and transmits file to claims administrative company
Responsible Party

MIP HR Technical Support

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Explanatory Notes
A technical interface uploads enrollment and eligibility data from Quantum
 and the claims administration company (TPA)



6

Step
ID Cards:

Uploads eligibility data; issues ID cards; and communicates exceptions, if any, to HR Technical support
Responsible Party

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Explanatory Notes

7

Step
Claims:

MIP claims are submitted through the online Claiming tool in a sealed envelope containing the MIP Refund Claim form and supporting documents directly to the company that administers MIP, following the instructions on the claim form
Responsible Party

Staff member

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Explanatory Notes
Effective January 2004, UNDP outsourced the administration of MIP claims to an independent administration brokerage company. The TPA company is responsible for administering MIP claims and for ensuring compliance by subscribers with the MIP rules and avoiding unreasonable or abusive use of the plan.

8

Step
Reimbursement of claims:

Claims are verified and processed as follows:
- If the claim fully meets requirements, a payment instruction is processed through interface between the TPA and UNDP and a Statement of Benefits is sent to the staff member
- If the claim does not meet requirements, a notification and/or request for further information/documentation is sent to the staff member
Responsible Party

Claims Administration Company

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Explanatory Notes
Payment of claims is made through an interface between the claims administration company and Quantum. Payment that goes through this interface will not indicate the nature of the medical services provided.

Payment is made to the insured person, but, if the subscriber is no longer alive, payment will be made to his/her beneficiary as per P-2 Form Designation of Beneficiaries. Patient confidentiality will be protected as any MIP.

9

Step
Payments:

The payment instruction file received from the MIP Administration Company (TPA) is uploaded into system and an instruction is sent to UNDP to effect payment
Responsible Party

MIP HR Technical Support

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Explanatory Notes

10

Step
Payments:

Vouchers are uploaded, payments are processed and staff member is notified
Responsible Party

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Explanatory Notes
In order to effect prompt and timely payment, staff member must be properly set up as a vendor in Quantum

Information Disclosure

1

Step
In the event that the requester is not satisfied with the response from the Legal Office to the request to review, and a request for a document remains denied in whole or in part, the requester may submit an appeal against this response from the Legal Office to the Information Disclosure Oversight Panel, providing reasons for the appeal. Requests for appeals should be directed to:

Coordinator of the Information Disclosure Oversight Panel:
Effectiveness Group, Bureau for Policy and Programme Support
United Nations Development Programme 304 East 45th Street, FF-16th Floor New York, NY 10017 USA
Responsible Party

Information Disclosure Oversight Panel

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Explanatory Notes

2

Step
Every request for Appeal will be acknowledged. The Panel shall review the denial of requests to disclose a document or portion of a document as described in the appeal to a member of the public. The Panel will have the authority to make the final decision and will make its best efforts to do so within 45 calendar days of receipt of the appeal.
Responsible Party

Information Disclosure Oversight Panel

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Explanatory Notes

3

Step
The Panel will share its decision with the appellant, the UNDP Administrator and the relevant internal unit or office. If the Panel determines that the requested information will not be disclosed, its reasons will be provided to the appellant.
Responsible Party

Information Disclosure Oversight Panel

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Explanatory Notes

4

Step
Functions: The Panel’s primary function is to review appeals submitted to it, and to consider whether UNDP’s Information Disclosure Policy has been properly applied. Such consideration shall be guided by the principle of seeking amicable solutions in the context of the request and the parties who may be affected by the release of the information.
Responsible Party

Information Disclosure Oversight Panel

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Explanatory Notes

5

Step
The Panel may also review the implementation of the Policy, and recommend, as appropriate, more detailed mechanisms and procedures for the review of denied requests in light of operational and other changes within UNDP.
Responsible Party

Information Disclosure Oversight Panel

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Explanatory Notes

6

Step
Membership.  The Panel consists of three members who are independent to UNDP: one from a non-governmental organization; one from a foundation and one from a UN agency other than UNDP. The Chair of the Panel will be selected from amongst, and by, the Panel members.
Responsible Party

,

Information Disclosure Oversight Panel

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Explanatory Notes
Criteria for selection of Panel members. Members are selected through a competitive selection process on the basis of the following criteria: keen understanding of UNDP policies, structures, programmes and operations at Headquarters and Country Office levels; knowledge of programmes and operations of UNDP’s associated Funds and Programmes; knowledge of, and familiarity with, information disclosure and access to information policies; and proven ability to work with development partners. All members are appointed by the UNDP Administrator. Members serve for a term of three years, which may be extended for another term at the discretion of the Administrator. Appointments are made at the expiry of the term of a member any time during the course of the year or when a vacancy arises.

Following procedures should be followed for job classifications conducted at the country office level

1

Step

Preparation of the job description

Responsible Party

Hiring unit

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Explanatory Notes

The job description is typically prepared by the supervisor, with the assistance of the human resources staff using the standard UNDP job description template.

2

Step

Classification of the post

Responsible Party

HR staff,

deputy resident representative / deputy country director,

Operations Manager

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Explanatory Notes
  • The position is classified by human resources staff and certified by the deputy resident representative/deputy country director or operations manager;
  • Prior to classification, all positions require a position number and budget to cover the expenses of the position. For core positions, position numbers are allocated by UNDP headquarters; for extra-budgetary positions, position numbers are created by the country office. ​

3

Step

Review of the classification package by the Local Corporate Review Panel (CRP)

Responsible Party

CRP

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Explanatory Notes

Classification documents are submitted to the CRP, which reviews the classification package, examines the completeness of the submission (noting things such as the adequacy of the job description, supporting documentation, respect for due process regarding classification) and makes recommendations to the resident representative

4

Step

Approval of classifications

Responsible Party

Resident Representative

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Explanatory Notes

Classification recommendations are approved by the resident representative. The following documents should be submitted to the CRP and resident representative:

  • Note to the file on classification with the detailed justification for the revision in grading, comparison of previous duties/revised duties (for re-classifications) and detailed explanation of the process and tools/standards used (for all classifications) signed by the human resources staff and deputy resident representative/deputy country director or operations manager;
  • The classification form/ summary (classification template for general service category) signed by the human resources staff and deputy resident representative/deputy country director or operations manager. Classification summary for professional positions should be printed out from the online job evaluation system. Classification forms are not necessary if the job description coincides with the pre-classified generic job description;
  •   An updated job description;
  •  An up-to-date organizational chart showing the placement of the position in question and other positions affected by the proposed classification. The organizational chart should include job code titles, position numbers, grade levels, source of fund (optional), and type of contract;
  • Previous organizational chart (if classification is based on reorganization);
  • Recommendation of the CRP (to be submitted to the resident representative).
  • Documents pertaining to the classification should be maintained on file, in the HR unit, with each delegated classification decision for monitoring/audit purposes; 
  • The resident representative can delegate classification authority to country director, deputy resident representative or deputy country director. Delegation of authority should be done in writing and kept on file for audit purposes.

NOTE: When a review results in a change of the classified level, the new grade of the position is implemented effective the first day of the month following the classification of the post. The effective date of classification is assigned only if the position number and budget are available​

Following procedures should be followed when submitting job classification requests to OHR

1

Step

Preparation of the job description

Responsible Party

Hiring unit

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Explanatory Notes
  • The job description is typically prepared by the supervisor, with the assistance of the human resources staff using the standard UNDP job description template;
  • All positions require an official position number and budget to cover the expenses of the position.​

2

Step

Classification request submission to GSSC

Responsible Party

Resident Representative,

Head of Office

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Explanatory Notes

Classification requests are submitted to  the GSSC Classification team, New York. A complete submission consists of the following documents: 

  •  A completed request for classification template, which provides justification for classification and contextual information (e.g. description of programme, programme components, complexity, change management process, previous duties/revised duties, how changes in this position affect other positions in the same function, etc.) as well confirmation of funds availability to cover the position in question and position number. The request for classification of positions should be signed by the resident representative or country directors (country offices) or head of department (headquarters);
  •   An updated job description;
  •   An up-to-date organizational chart showing the placement of the position in question and other positions affected by the proposed classification. The organizational chart should include job code titles, position numbers, grade levels, source of fund (optional), type of contract;
  •   Previous organization chart (if the request is based on a reorganization);

  Change management materials and documents (if applicable).​

3

Step

Classification of the post

Responsible Party

GSSC Classification Team

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Explanatory Notes
  • Upon submission of a request for classification, GSSC Classification team reviews and confirms the completeness of the submission. Should additional material be required or submitted material is unclear, GSSC Classification team advises the submitting office. Only upon confirmation that the submission is complete (i.e. clear and fully documented), will it be considered formally received for classification;
  • When confirming the receipt of a request for classification, GSSC Classification team establishes a target date for notification of the classification results. This target date normally falls within two weeks of the receipt of the completed submission, which will allow for proper analysis of the request;
  • In case of a full office review, GSSC Classification team after proper analysis of the submitted documentation will advise the submitting office of a target date. The target date for a full office review usually falls within two to four weeks of the receipt of the completed submission. GSSC Classification team reserves the right to request any additional information necessary for classification;
  • At the end of the classification process, GSSC Classification team sends a memo with classification results to the requesting business unit;
     
  • If a full office restructuring is taking place, the HR business advisor serving the duty station and GSSC Classification team should be informed and involved in the process and agree on the positions that should be reviewed by headquarters. All restructuring information and documentation (new strategy of the country office, restructuring process, methodology, a draft new organizational chart, etc.) should be presented to the HR business partner and GSSC Classification team during the 'aligning structures' phase of the change management process. Final job descriptions, classification decisions done by country offices, request for classification of certain positions by HQ, and the new organizational chart should be submitted to GSSC Classification team for final review and confirmation of levels during the 'optimizing resources' phase of the change management process​

4

Step

Post-classification action

Responsible Party

Requesting office (country office, regional centre / headquarters unit)

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Explanatory Notes

After notification of classification results, the submitting office has the right to initiate a new classification submission. A new submission should reflect substantive changes in functions for a post that were not a part of an earlier review. It is anticipated that a request for a new classification review would occur only after significant revision of duties, for example, the reorganization of an office. A new submission should normally not occur within 12 months following the completion of an earlier review.

NOTE: When a review results in a change of the classified level, the new grade of the position is implemented effective the first day of the month following the acknowledged receipt of a complete submission. The effective date of classification is assigned only if the position number and budget are available.​

Application for UN Laissez-Passer (UNLP) and UN Family Certificates (UNFCs)

1

Step

Check the validity of his/her travel documents as soon as travel is planned to ensure that all are valid for the minimum duration required.

Responsible Party

Staff member

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Explanatory Notes

Most consulates require a minimum 6-month validity of the UNLP and/or national passport before granting a visa.

2

Step

UNLPs/UN Family Certificates (UNFCs) 
Submit the request through the Operations service icon in UNall Service Portal with one photograph (jpeg format).
 

Responsible Party

Staff member

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Explanatory Notes

If holding an UNLP, SM must submit it together with an application for a new one. 
(Exceptional procedures exist for SMs posted at a duty station where the UN Department of Safety and Security has determined that a security condition exists.)
Detailed instructions and requirements are provided in the form. 
Rush requests to process in less than five (5) days will incur additional fees.

3

Step

Certify application after verifying all information on the form and ensuring the applicant’s eligibility for a UNLP/UNFC and forward the certified forms to UNTTS/DOS.
 

Responsible Party

Certifying Officer

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Explanatory Notes

4

Step

Issue UN travel document and forward to TSS/GO/BMS.
 

Responsible Party
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Explanatory Notes

Allow a minimum of five (5) business days for processing (upon receipt of the completed application)

5

Step

Contact applicant at HQ in New York to pick up; or deliver to UNDP Mail Room for dispatch by pouch if sending to CO or other BU outside of HQs by courier service (courier charges to be borne by BU).
 

Responsible Party
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Explanatory Notes

The UNDP Visa & Passport Desk at HQ in New York will contact local SM’s to pick up the UNLP. For non-local SM’s the document will be dispatched to the UNDP Mail Room for dispatch by pouch. The travel document is accompanied by a transmittal memo (refer to Section 8.0 for the template) for the SM to sign as acknowledgement of receipt. Acknowledgement receipt should be returned to the Pouch Unit.
 

6

Step

Return UNLP/UNFC to UNDP Travel Service Section (HQ) if expired, no longer required or if separating from the organization. This includes replaced UNLP s where exceptional UNLP procedures are in place.
 

Responsible Party

Staff member

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Explanatory Notes

Create a case through the Operations service icon in UNall Service Portal prior to returning the document.
 

Cash transfers, disbursement and reporting

1

Step

Finalize Partner Risk Rating.

Responsible Party

Office

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Explanatory Notes

See Table 4 for triggers prompting review of Partner Risk Rating arising from spot checks
See Table 5 on triggers prompting a change of Partner Risk Rating arising from scheduled audits 

2

Step

Determine the appropriate Cash Transfer Modality.

Responsible Party

Office

Template/Guideline
Explanatory Notes

See  Table 3 Cash transfer modality for Partner based on adjusted risk rating​.

3

Step

Review FACE form prior to disbursement and reporting.

Responsible Party

Office

Template/Guideline
Explanatory Notes

Refer to Direct Cash Transfers and Reimbursements procedure when using the standard FACE forms.

See Appendix VI of UNSDG HACT Framework for template of FACE form and Appendix VII for guidelines for completing FACE form. 

Rest and Recuperation

1

Step
Establishes qualifying R&R duty stations
Responsible Party

HR Network Standing Committee on Field Duty Stations_Field Group

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Explanatory Notes
Based on hardship classification and security criteria as set out in the ICSC R & R framework

2

Step
Establishes R&R destination
Responsible Party

HR Network Standing Committee on Field Duty Stations_Field Group

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Explanatory Notes
Based on cost, geographic proximity, connectivity and security conditions.

3

Step
Establishes frequency of R&R cycles
Responsible Party

International Civil Service Commission (ICSC)

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Explanatory Notes
According to ICSC R&R Framework

4

Step
Determines the frequency of R&R breaks
Responsible Party

HR Network Standing Committee on Field Duty Stations_Field Group

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Explanatory Notes
Based on the ICSC R&R framework and Field Group agreement

5

Step
Requests R&R
Responsible Party

Staff member

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Explanatory Notes
The request for absence from work on R&R is submitted to the staff member’s supervisor for approval. The authority to approve the entitlement to R&R travel is delegated to the Head of Office.

6

Step
The request for absence from work on R&R is submitted to the staff member’s supervisor for approval. The authority to approve the entitlement to R&R travel is delegated to the Head of Office.
Responsible Party

Head of Office

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Explanatory Notes

7

Step

Authorizes R&R breaks for Head of Office

Responsible Party

Regional Bureau Director

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8

Step

Processes/certifies the Travel Authorization

Responsible Party

Operations Manager

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Explanatory Notes
  • Eligible individual receives lowest fare, economy class, by the cheapest and most direct route air ticket from duty station to recognized R&R destination, and terminal expenses (or lump sum)
  • For internationally-recruited staff members serving in designated R&R duty stations the R&R is charged to the same funding source that the individual's salary is charged.
  • For locally-recruited staff members on travel status to designated R&R duty stations, the R&R is charged to the same funding source as all other travel expenses are charged.

9

Step
Takes R&R
Responsible Party

Staff member

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Explanatory Notes
Eligible individual must provide proof of travel to the R&R  destination

10

Step

Records absence and updates records in the system

Responsible Party

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Explanatory Notes

Assurance activities planning and implementation

1

Step

Review results of assessment conducted.

Responsible Party

Office

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Explanatory Notes

In consultation with programme and operations team to consider additional variables in the assurance planning process.

See Annex D for the roles and responsibilities in implementing the HACT framework. 

2

Step

Develop Assurance activity plan for Partners.

Responsible Party

Office

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Explanatory Notes

The coverage, type and frequency of assurance activities is guided by the overall risk rating associated with the Partner, as determined through the micro assessment.
See Table 2 for UNDP specific guidelines assurance activities required for each Partner based on Partner risk rating​.

3

Step

Approve Assurance activity plan.

Responsible Party

Office

Template/Guideline
Explanatory Notes

The final assurance activity plan must be approved by the Head of Office or his/her designate.  
See Annex A for additional UNDP specific guidance on the conduct of spot checks.  See Annex B for additional guidance on financial audits.

4

Step

Solicit third party service provider for planned assurance activities.

Responsible Party

Office

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Explanatory Notes

Offices are encouraged to use the service providers engaged through the HACT Long Term Agreements (LTAs).

5

Step

Upload results of assurance activity conducted.

Responsible Party

Office

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Explanatory Notes

Results of Partner Assurance Activities shall be reviewed by Head of Office or his/her designate and remedial actions shall be discussed with the Partner. 

 The reports of assurance activities should be uploaded in the HACT Platform. Issues highlighted in the report including the action plan needs to be documented in the HACT Platform. 

6

Step

Conduct review of implementation of Assurance Plan.

Responsible Party

Office

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Explanatory Notes

Offices are required to monitor the findings identified and necessary action plan should be documented in the HACT Platform. To ensure that the risk does not materialize the action plan should be executed and identified findings promptly closed in the HACT Platform. The execution of the action plan is the responsibility of the Office.

The action plan needs to be communicated and agreed with the Partner.

7

Step

Follow up of findings of periodic on-site reviews (spot checks) and special and scheduled audits.

Responsible Party

Office

Template/Guideline
Explanatory Notes

See Table 4 for triggers prompting review of Partner Adjusted Risk Rating arising from spot checks.
See Table 5 on triggers prompting a change of Partner risk rating arising from scheduled audits.

Claim - Reimbursement for the Issuance of a National Passport

1

Step

Submit a travel claim in UNall/ Quantum for Reimbursement of Expenses” with the relevant receipted bills.
 

Responsible Party

Staff member

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Explanatory Notes

Local staff required to travel outside of the country on official business travel 

Reimbursable costs include passport application fee, photographs and birth certificate 
 

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