UNHCR Admin Assistant - Jobs in Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
UNHCR Admin Assistant - Jobs in Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
Organizational ContextThe Admin Assistant will provide administrative assistance to the immediate supervisor and/or Head of the Office to ensure that routine services and activities within the administrative domain are properly implemented.
Subject to the nature of the task/assignment in hand.
S/he will receive regular guidance from his/her supervisor.
As per specific instructions, the incumbent may require liaising with other internal or external entities, to ensure effective delivery of services and achievement of objectives.
The nature of certain personnel/administrative tasks requires discretion and confidentiality as per UNHCR standards and practices.
The incumbent’s workload and the assignments will remain under constant scrutiny and direction of the supervisor.
The most typical functions may include:
Maintain hard and electronic office files and records; classify and code material relating to a variety of topics;
Search and retrieve office files, and reproduce documentation and background material for reference and action by the supervisor, as and when required;
Receive, register, route correspondence and office pouch.
Maintain a follow up system
Draft routine correspondence, memoranda and reports.
Format more complex documents by using the appropriate technology.
Facilitate implementation of Personnel administrative formalities and processing of documents in relation to official travels, leaves and movements of staff. Support staff members with processing personnel-related documentation.
Maintain office inventory and stocks of office supplies.
Monitor the asset management track to ensure all admin procurements and disposal of UNHCR property are done and recorded accurately.
Assist the supervisor to monitor and record expenditure/disbursement of funds.
Following instructions from the supervisor make logistic and administrative arrangements for seminars, workshops, and briefings that may be required by the Office/Division.
May regulate and monitor routine provision of services and/or shifts from providers, as and when applicable;
Monitor office/compound facilities and equipment and in consultation with the supervisor take appropriate action to ensure proper functioning at all time.
Any other responsibilities/functions deemed necessary by the supervisor/or senior manager in order to meet the level of the services in the organization.
Essential Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Completion of Secondary education or equivalent technical or commercial school with certificate/training in Business Administration, Finance, Office Management, Human Resources or other related field.
Minimum 3 years (for secondary education holder) or 4 years (for certificate/training holder) of previous job experience relevant to the function;
Computer skills (MS office and People soft applications).
Fluency in English
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies
Analytical thinking
Working Knowledge in Protocol matters
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 15th May 2019
This vacancy is open for qualified Ethiopians only.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
UNHCR is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
For more information and job application details, see; UNHCR Admin Assistant - Jobs in Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
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