ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is hiring an in-office Administrative Officer in Beirut, Lebanon, to manage human resources, budgets, and operational procurement.
- Role
- ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Location
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-06-25
The role
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking an Administrative Officer based in Beirut, Lebanon. This role oversees human resource management, budget and financial operations, and general administrative services, ensuring compliance with UN rules and procedures. The successful candidate will provide leadership to staff, manage vendor contracts, and coordinate office technology and facility requirements. This position requires strong analytical, financial, and interpersonal skills to support the regional hub's operational efficiency.
What you'll do
- Coordinate human resource activities including recruitment, onboarding, and performance appraisal.
- Lead the implementation of the work programme and manage financial resources according to the budget.
- Oversee procurement, vendor contract monitoring, and payment processing.
- Provide guidance and leadership to junior staff regarding financial and administrative practices.
- Manage office technology needs, maintenance, and equipment requirements.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in business, public administration, finance, accounting, or law.
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in administration, finance, or HR management.
- Fluency in English and Arabic is required; French is desirable.
- Proven experience in managing budgets and providing HR advisory support.
- Experience using Umoja or similar ERP/web-based management systems.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
The United Nations provides a professional working environment with opportunities for mobility and career development across its global offices.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is located at the OHCHR Regional Hub for the Middle East and North Africa in Beirut, Lebanon.
What is the compensation for this role?
The job posting does not explicitly specify the compensation.
What are the core language requirements?
Candidates must be fluent in both English and Arabic (UN Level III proficiency). Knowledge of French is considered desirable.
When is the application deadline?
Applications must be submitted by June 25, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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