Special Post allowance

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    • Special Post allowance

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    Staff and Financial Regulations and Rules

    Special post allowance (SPA) is governed by the following Staff Regulations and Rules:

    Staff Rules, 3.10

    For more detailed provisions please refer to the administrative issuances related to this topic.

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