Classification of posts and staff

Article II

Regulation 2.1

In conformity with principles laid down by the General Assembly, the Secretary-General shall make appropriate provision for the classification of posts and staff according to the nature of the duties and responsibilities required.

Chapter II

Rule 2.1

Classification of posts

  • (a) Posts other than those of Deputy Secretary-General, Under-Secretaries-General and Assistant Secretaries-General shall be classified in categories and level according to standards established by the International Civil Service Commission or by the Secretary-General, as applicable.
  • (b) Each post shall be assigned to a suitable level in any of the following categories: Professional and higher categories, Field Service category, General Service and related categories, including but not limited to National Professional Officers, Trades and Crafts and Security Service categories.