ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Quick answer
The Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary General for Syria is hiring an in-office, Damascus-based Administrative Assistant to support budget, HR, and general operations through December 2026.
- Role
- ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
- Organization
- Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary General for Syria
- Location
- Damascus, Syria
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-06-23
The role
The Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary General for Syria is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join their team in Damascus. The incumbent will provide essential support in human resources management, budget and finance monitoring, and general administrative duties. This role involves drafting correspondence, maintaining records, and assisting with contract administration to ensure operational efficiency. The position is a temporary appointment available until 31 December 2026.
What you'll do
- Maintain administrative data and records for time, attendance, and performance.
- Monitor expenditures and assist with budget reviews and financial reporting.
- Provide general administrative support including travel arrangements and correspondence.
- Assist in the administration of contracts and payment processing for vendors.
- Coordinate physical space planning and maintain office equipment and systems.
What it takes
- High school diploma required; a first-level university degree reduces experience requirement.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in office support or budget administration (1 year with a degree).
- Fluency in both English and Arabic at UN Level III.
- Extensive experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and software applications.
- Desirable experience with UN systems like Umoja, Inspira, or Sharepoint.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
This is a temporary assignment subject to local recruitment; benefits are applicable based on UN staff rules for local appointees.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is located at the United Nations Office of the Special Envoy for Syria in Damascus.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not specified in the job posting.
What are the language requirements?
Candidates must be fluent in both English and Arabic, meeting the UN Level III proficiency requirement for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications must be submitted via the online UN inspira recruitment platform by June 23, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary General for Syria's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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