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Senior Administrative Assistant

DOSNew York, United States
Category | Grade:General | G-7Deadline:1 Aug 2026Job ID:279398Posted on:18 Jun 2026
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Overview

DOS is hiring a Senior Administrative Assistant for One Executive Office in New York. The role supports client entities across HR, budget and administration, including staffing tables, recruitment actions, budget reports, consultant payments, travel, contracts, office services and supervision of General Service staff.

Department: Client Desk 4, One Executive Office / Common Administrative Platform

Languages

Required: English

Job Functions

  1. Accounting, Finance and Audit
  2. Information Technology and Cybersecurity

Minimum Experience

Not listed

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary administrative focal point for client entities
  • Advise staff on HR matters including benefits, entitlements, travel and visa issues
  • Coordinate HR actions including recruitment, placement, promotion, separation and classification reviews
  • Prepare financial and human resources reports and support budget submissions
  • Guide, train and supervise General Service staff
  • Support contracts, consultant payments, office technology and general administration

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Relevant experience in administration, human resources, finance, budget or related support functions
  • Knowledge of UN administrative processes, HR actions or budget support
  • English required

Skills

HR AdministrationBudget SupportClient ServiceAdministrative CoordinationStaffing TablesSupervision

Tools

Umoja

Additional info

  • Position located in One Executive Office / Common Administrative Platform New York
  • Supports UN80 reform consolidation of administrative services