ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Quick answer
The United Nations Environment Programme is hiring an in-office Administrative Assistant in Nairobi to provide high-level operational support, with compensation not specified.
- Role
- ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
- Organization
- United Nations Environment Programme
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-07-31
The role
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide high-level operational and substantive support within the Executive Office in Nairobi. The incumbent will manage diverse administrative tasks, including budget preparation, human resource processing, and workflow coordination for the Executive Director's office. This role involves liaising with internal teams, handling sensitive documentation, and monitoring financial performance to ensure organizational objectives are met. The position requires a candidate with significant experience in office management and strong analytical skills.
What you'll do
- Coordinate administrative priorities and workflow for the Executive Director’s office.
- Manage budget preparation, expenditure monitoring, and financial performance reporting.
- Process human resource actions including recruitment, performance appraisals, and staff entitlements.
- Serve as a primary communication link between the Executive Office and internal staff.
- Maintain office systems, equipment, and secure sensitive documentation.
What it takes
- Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible administrative experience (reduced to 5 years with a University degree).
- Prior experience providing administrative support to senior management in an international organization.
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken) at UN Level II.
- Experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
- Demonstrated ability to perform data modeling, analysis, and interpretation.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
This is a locally recruited position. Benefits are subject to United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations for local staff; international relocation allowances are not provided.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this position is located at the Nairobi duty station and is subject to local recruitment.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by July 31st.
What are the minimum educational requirements?
A high school diploma is required, though additional training or a university degree in business administration or a related field is desirable.
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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