Administrative Associate
Quick answer
UNDP/UNV is hiring an in-office Administrative Associate in Istanbul, Türkiye, to manage financial, logistical, and operational services for the Regional Office.
- Role
- Administrative Associate
- Organization
- UNDP / UNV
- Location
- Istanbul, Türkiye
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) is seeking an Administrative Associate to provide comprehensive financial, logistical, and operational support to the Regional Office in Istanbul. The role involves managing budget oversight, procurement processes, travel arrangements, and maintaining internal control systems in line with UN regulations. The incumbent will also facilitate office administration, including asset management and the coordination of regional workshops and meetings. This position is a locally recruited role tasked with ensuring the efficient delivery of administrative services to support the organization's humanitarian and development mission.
What you'll do
- Provide administrative, financial, and operational services in accordance with organizational procedures.
- Manage office budgets, accruals, and internal expenditure controls to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Coordinate procurement processes, asset management, and travel logistics for regional staff.
- Maintain systematic filing and records management for finance and administrative documentation.
- Support the Regional Manager with event coordination, meeting agendas, and office reporting.
What it takes
- Minimum of 6 years of experience with a high school diploma or 3 years with a bachelor’s degree.
- Fluency in English and the official UN language of the duty station.
- Proven proficiency in office software packages, specifically ERP systems, Excel, and Word.
- Strong knowledge of administrative, financial, and procurement procedures.
- Authorized to work in Türkiye as this is a local recruitment post.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is an in-office position based in Istanbul, Türkiye.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not specified in the vacancy announcement.
What are the core educational requirements?
A secondary education is required, though a university degree in business administration or a related field is highly preferred.
What is the contract type for this role?
The successful candidate will be employed under a UNDP National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA) contract until December 31, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNDP / UNV's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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