Senior Administrative Officer
Quick answer
The Universal Postal Union is hiring an in-office Senior Administrative Officer in Bern to lead global postal policy and regulatory strategies with an annual base salary of $103,165 plus post adjustment.
- Role
- Senior Administrative Officer
- Organization
- Universal Postal Union (UPU)
- Location
- Bern, Switzerland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $103,165 USD annually (net of tax), plus a post adjustment currently at 90.7%.
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-07-23
The role
The Universal Postal Union (UPU) is seeking a Senior Administrative Officer to coordinate and manage activities related to postal policy, regulation, Congress, and Council of Administration matters. The incumbent will provide authoritative strategic advice, represent the organization in international forums, and lead specialized teams to implement regulatory reforms and universal postal service obligations. This role involves acting as a key secretariat lead for governing bodies, overseeing resource management, and building strategic partnerships across the postal sector.
What you'll do
- Coordinate and manage activities, studies, and human resources for postal policy and regulation.
- Provide authoritative strategic advice to General Management on regulatory and Congress matters.
- Lead and supervise the formulation of postal policy guidelines and universal service strategies.
- Act as Secretary or Assistant Secretary to Congress and Council of Administration governing bodies.
- Manage team performance, budget resources, and foster professional development within the department.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in economics, business, political science, or international relations.
- Minimum 10 years of international experience (with advanced degree) or 12 years (with first-level degree).
- Proven experience in securing and maintaining high-level stakeholder relationships.
- Strong knowledge of international postal services, regulatory issues, and macroeconomic trends.
- Fluency in English (UN Level III) is required; French proficiency (UN Level II) is highly desirable.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Fixed-term (core) appointment for three years; compensation includes a net base salary plus a variable post adjustment based on cost of living and exchange rates.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in Bern, Switzerland, at the Universal Postal Union headquarters.
What is the compensation for this role?
The annual net base salary is $103,165 USD, supplemented by a post adjustment currently calculated at 90.7% of the base salary.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must hold an advanced degree with at least 10 years of experience, or a bachelor's degree with 12 years of international experience, plus demonstrated leadership in policy and stakeholder management.
What is the application deadline?
Applications for this position must be submitted no later than July 23.
How to apply
Apply directly on Universal Postal Union (UPU)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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