Programme Management Assistant
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring a Programme Management Assistant in GENEVA, Switzerland to assist with programme/project planning and coordination. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of experience in programme or project administration.
- Role
- Programme Management Assistant
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Location
- GENEVA, Switzerland
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Programme Management Assistant will assist in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation work, monitor status of proposals, compile data, review documents, serve as a focal point for administrative coordination, and provide general office assistance.
What you'll do
- Assists in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation work for a medium-size and complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives
- Monitors status of programme/project proposals and receipt of relevant documentation for review and approval
- Compiles, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/projects and related topics or issues
- Reviews project documents especially cost plans/budgets, for completeness and compliance with relevant rules and procedures prior to submission for final approval and signature
- Serves as focal point for administrative coordination of programme/project implementation activities involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units
- Provides general office assistance; responds to complex information requests and inquiries
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- A minimum of five years of experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to three years for candidates who possess a first-level degree or higher.
- Experience in formatting reports and other documents is required
- Experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as Umoja or Inspira is desirable
- Experience in organizing meetings (both virtual and in-person) including travel of meeting participants is desirable
- Experience working with United Nations System and/or other similar international organizations is desirable
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in GENEVA, Switzerland.
What is the compensation for this position?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required for this role?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area. Experience with an ERP system such as Umoja or Inspira is desirable.
How do I apply for the position?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform inspira until 07/29/2026.
Is this a remote position?
The work schedule and location are not specified in the job posting.
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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