​Maternity Leave and Paternity Leave


17.  Can I split my ML/PL requests?

There is no provision for split of maternity leave. The paid maternity leave is established in accordance with the SC contract. The ML must fall within and be taken during the contract period.

The paternity leave can be taken in one or two equal periods during the first twelve months from the birth of a child. The paid PL is established in accordance with the SC contract. The SC holder must have had at least 6 months of service with UNDP at the time of the birth of the child.  PL is limited to once a year, regardless of the number of children born during that year, and can only be availed at a maximum up to six times during the total engagement within the UN system. The PL must fall within and be taken during the contract period.




18.  Does ML/PL include official holidays and weekends?

Yes, both maternity and paternity leave include holidays and weekends. Once you select the begin date of ML/PL, Atlas will default the end date to a date 112 or 28 calendar days later. Any in-between holidays will not affect the calculation.




19.  Does ML/PL need to be approved by my leave monitor/supervisor in e-Services?

Both ML and PL requests in e-Services will require approval from your supervisor and the HR focal point.


 

20.  How do I apply for ML and what supporting documents needs to be attached

Select the respective icon for the ML on the main page of e-Services:

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21.   How do I apply for PL and what supporting documents needs to be attached?

Select the respective icon for the PL  on the main page of e-Services:

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22.  Is ML/PL prorated based on part time status ?

ML/PL is calculated based on full calendar days from the start date of the ML/PL.






23.  Do I still accumulate AL days during ML/PL?

Yes, during the ML/PL period, you continue to accumulate AL days.






24.  When do I have to start my ML/PL, how well in advance?

The start date of ML/PL is as per established CO practice, in accordance with the local market practice; if it is not specified, UNDP standards may apply.