United Nations Special Assistant's Manual: An Insider's Guide to Working with Executives

This manual offers practical suggestions to Special Assistants on how to execute their functions in the United Nations effectively and efficiently. It also offers guidance to senior managers on how to best take advantage of their Special Assistants so that the needs of their offices are met. It also emphasizes the ideal qualifications for candidates to fill this position in terms of experience, competencies and skills. Sample Terms of Reference are included for specific organizational needs.