practicability of this rather subtle differentiation between "supervision" and "guidance" and concluded that this created difficulties for the Applicant. In the Tribunal's view, taking into consideration the nature and circumstances of their assignment far away from Headquarters, and their involvement in ongoing projects, having to face unexpected events and being frequently absent on missions, such an arrangement seems reasonable and eventual difficulties arising from it are understandable. The Tribunal does not find this arrangement unfair to the Applicant or vitiated by discrimination in favour of Mr. Vergara. III.With regard to the working relationship of the two advisers after Mr. Vergara's appointment, the Tribunal finds that it was natural that the Applicant found that his work-load decreased. The Applicant himself recognized that, as Mr. Vergara gained confidence, he was able to act in an increasingly independent manner. The Tribunal notes in this regard the view expressed orally by the Applicant before the JAB, when he stated that he should perhaps have been, on occasions, more forceful and determined in asserting his own position vis-à-vis Mr. Vergara and that he should have raised more promptly any problems at the Santiago Office with TCD. IV.The Applicant's second complaint is the lack of- 11 - administrative support and particularly, his superior's attitude in not responding to his various requests. The Applicant refers to instances when officials at Headquarters did not reply to his requests or queries. The Respondent on his part, provided a number of reasons to explain this situation. While the Tribunal does not ignore the Applicant's frustration in this regard, it considers this issue is more in the nature of an internal administrative matter, than one involving non-observance of the Applicant's terms of appointment. V.The Applicant's next grievance relates to the acceptance by
**Analysis**
The text appears to be related to the employment and working conditions of an individual in an international organization, possibly a United Nations agency. The language used is formal and technical, suggesting a professional or bureaucratic context. The issues discussed, such as supervision, guidance, workload, and administrative support, are common concerns in a work environment. The fact that the text mentions a headquarters and an office in a specific location (Santiago) also suggests an international organization.

**Category**
Employment