ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring an in-office Administrative Officer in Dakar, Senegal, to lead human resources, financial management, and operational procurement tasks.
- Role
- ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Location
- Dakar, Senegal
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-25
The role
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking an Administrative Officer for their Regional Hub for Central and West Africa in Dakar, Senegal. This role is responsible for overseeing human resource management, budget and finance implementation, and general office administration, including procurement and equipment maintenance. The incumbent will provide leadership to junior staff while ensuring all administrative practices align with United Nations policies and standards.
What you'll do
- Coordinate human resource activities including recruitment, onboarding, and performance appraisal.
- Manage the implementation of work programmes and ensure financial resources are utilized according to budget.
- Oversee procurement, vendor contract monitoring, and payments to contractors.
- Supervise and provide guidance to junior staff on financial and administrative practices.
- Manage office technology needs, equipment maintenance, and facility requirements.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in business, public administration, finance, accounting, or law.
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in administration, finance, or HR.
- Demonstrated experience in managing budgets and providing administrative advisory support.
- Proficiency in English or French at a UN Level II standard.
- Prior experience with Umoja or similar ERP systems is desirable.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
The position follows United Nations conditions of service for professional staff, which includes global mobility requirements and standard UN administrative benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in Dakar, Senegal, at the OHCHR Regional Hub for Central and West Africa.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the core educational requirements?
An advanced university degree (Master's level) is required, though a first-level degree with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted.
By when must I submit my application?
Applications must be submitted by 06/25.
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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