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Administrative Assistant

UNICEFNew York, United States
Category | Grade:General | G-5Deadline:27 Jul 2026Job ID:594449Posted on:13 Jul 2026
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Overview

Supports routine and specialised administrative work across the Office of the Executive Director, covering procurement, workflow, meetings, travel, supplies and office records so teams can operate efficiently and in line with UNICEF procedures.

Department: Office of the Executive Director

Languages

Required: English

Desired: Other UN language

Job Functions

  1. Administration and Executive Support
  2. Logistics, Procurement and Supply Chain

Minimum Experience

5 years

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Process consultant and partner contracts, forms and supporting documentation
  • Maintain vendor lists, partner records and consultant rosters
  • Manage office communications, correspondence, filing and reference systems
  • Arrange meetings, events, agendas, materials and minutes
  • Support travel arrangements, briefings, records and travel budget controls
  • Manage administrative supplies, equipment inventories and office support services

Requirements

  • Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the field of work
  • Five years of relevant work experience in administration, clerical work or related fields
  • Fluency in English

Skills

AdministrationProcurement SupportContract ProcessingRecords ManagementMeeting CoordinationTravel AdministrationInventory ManagementOffice CommunicationConfidentialityPlanning

Tools

Microsoft WordExcelPowerPointSharePointVISION

Additional info

  • Fixed-term appointment
  • Selected candidates are subject to medical clearance and background checks
  • Visa and work authorisation are not facilitated for General Service appointments