Administrative Assistant
Quick answer
The United Nations Environment Programme is hiring an Administrative Assistant in Paris, France, to assist with contract management, general administration, and data analysis. The position is entry-level and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with relevant experience and language proficiency.
- Role
- Administrative Assistant
- Organization
- United Nations Environment Programme
- Location
- Paris, France
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
The position of Administrative Assistant is located in UNEP's Climate Change Division, Mitigation Branch, Programme of Work Operations Support Unit, in the Paris duty station. The incumbent will assist with contract management, general administration, and data analysis.
What you'll do
- Assists with initiating, processing, reviewing and follows-up actions related to the administration of the Branch’s contract management regarding UNEP and UNOPS consultancy and individual contractors (C/IC).
- Prepares and launches consultancy vacancy announcements in Inspira for C/IC Non-Staff Recruitment, providing back-up on candidate screening and recruitment paperwork.
- Prepares, processes and follows-up on administrative arrangements and forms related to the official general programme management.
- Drafts routine correspondence.
- Assists in organizing and facilitating regular knowledge-sharing sessions on the C/IC recruitment process.
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Relevant training in the areas of Human Resource, Finance, budget, legal or project management is desirable.
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in project management, administration, finance and budget or a related field is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to three (3) years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.
- Experience working with a database and an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is desirable.
- Experience working with a United Nations or similar international organization is desirable.
- One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Paris, France.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant experience in project management, administration, finance and budget, and proficiency in English and French.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the Inspira platform.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is October 28, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Environment Programme's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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