Common Premise Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
Quick answer
UNDP is hiring an Administrative Assistant/Receptionist to provide front-desk, operational, and logistical support for their Common Premise office.
- Role
- Common Premise Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
- Organization
- UNDP (United Nations Development Programme)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Common Premise Administrative Assistant/Receptionist provides essential front-desk services and administrative support for UNDP and resident UN agencies. This role involves managing visitor interactions, overseeing office communications, and maintaining registry and filing systems. Additionally, the position provides logistical support for travel, asset management, and basic ICT hardware maintenance. The incumbent works in close collaboration with Operations, Programme, and project staff to ensure consistent service delivery within the Common Premise.
What you'll do
- Manage front-desk operations, including visitor assistance and telephone call transfers.
- Maintain and update UN telephone directories and internal administrative records.
- Provide administrative and secretarial support, including drafting correspondence and managing calendars.
- Assist Operations and Finance teams with payment requests, billing, and invoicing.
- Perform routine ICT technical tasks and support audio/visual setups for hybrid meetings.
What it takes
- Secondary education required; university degree in Business or Public Administration preferred.
- Minimum 4 years of experience with a high school diploma or 1 year with a bachelor's degree.
- Experience using MS Office, database packages, and ERP management systems.
- Prior experience in a UN agency, Embassy, or international organization is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of office filing systems and travel/logistics support.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
What is the compensation for this position?
The job description does not specify a salary range for this role.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates need at least 4 years of experience with a secondary education or 1 year with a bachelor's degree, plus proficiency in office software and ERP systems.
Is this a remote position?
No, this is an in-office role as it requires physical front-desk coverage, registry management, and on-site ICT hardware maintenance.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNDP (United Nations Development Programme)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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