Programme Management Assistant
Quick answer
The United Nations is hiring a Programme Management Assistant in New York, responsible for supporting the implementation of activities and processes, including budget, recruitment, and administrative tasks. The position is entry-level and offers a competitive salary.
- Role
- Programme Management Assistant
- Organization
- Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, United Nations
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Programme Management Assistant position is located in the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, Security Council Practices and Charter Research Branch, in New York. The role involves supporting the implementation of activities and processes, including budget, recruitment, procurement, and administrative tasks.
What you'll do
- Provides assistance in support of the implementation of activities/processes
- Researches, compiles, analyzes, summarizes, and presents basic information/data
- Assists in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation
- Prepares and analyzes annual Trust Fund Cost Plans
- Assists in the monitoring and evaluation of projects funded through the Trust Fund
- Collaborates with programme/project managers on performance reporting
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- A minimum of seven years experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area is required
- Experience in database management, data analysis and reporting, including the use of Microsoft Excel and PowerBI is required
- Experience in supporting budgetary and procurement processes within the UN Secretariat or another international organization is required
- Experience in supporting project planning, monitoring and reporting, including through the use of UMOJA system, is required
- Excellent drafting skills are required, including the ability to prepare clear, concise and well-structured summaries, reports, programme/project documents and other written materials
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New York, United States.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation for this position is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required for this position?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least seven years of experience in programme or project administration, and excellent drafting skills.
How do I apply for this position?
You can apply for this position through the UN's online recruitment platform, inspira, by clicking on the job opening link provided.
Is this position remote?
The job is located in New York, United States, and is not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, United Nations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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