Mail Assistant
Quick answer
The United Nations Secretariat is hiring an entry-level Mail Assistant in NEW YORK to assist in the processing of incoming and outgoing mail and pouches, with a focus on administrative tasks and communication.
- Role
- Mail Assistant
- Organization
- United Nations Secretariat
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
The incumbent will assist in the processing of incoming and outgoing mail, pouches, and related administrative tasks in the Mail Operations Unit of the Special Services Section, Facilities and Commercial Activities Service, Department of Operational Support.
What you'll do
- Assists the Security Officer or other assigned staff to x-ray incoming mail and incoming pouches
- Maintains log of all mail pieces received and intended for the mail and pouch units
- Records the number of pieces received, and the quantity in each category
- Assists in coding, sorting, processing, and looking-up addresses to ensure mail is clear and correctly addressed
- Delivers special mail and packages weighing up to 35 lbs after it has been x-rayed by security
- Trains new staff
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- A minimum of five years of experience in processing mail, pouch, registry operations or related area is required
- Experience with safety and security procedures with regard to handling or processing mail and pouch is desirable
- Experience in mail shipping and tracking system is desirable
- Experience in mail and related administrative activities including statistical data collection, corresponding with clients and training junior colleagues is desirable
- English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NEW YORK.
Is the job remote?
The job is not remote; it is in-office.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma, five years of experience in processing mail, and proficiency in English. Other desirable qualifications include experience with safety and security procedures, mail shipping and tracking systems, and administrative activities.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by visiting the provided link and following the instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Secretariat's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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