Team Assistant
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring an entry-level Team Assistant in NEW YORK, with no specified compensation, to perform office support and administrative tasks.
- Role
- Team Assistant
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
The incumbent will perform a wide range of office support and administrative functions, including responding to correspondence, organizing meetings, and maintaining files and databases.
What you'll do
- Responds or drafts responses to routine correspondence and other communications
- Monitors processes and schedules related to the unit’s outputs, products, tasks, etc.
- Researches, compiles, and organizes information and reference materials for reports, work plans, studies, briefings, meetings/conferences, etc.
- Proofreads documents and edits texts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation, and style
- Screens phone calls and visitors; responds to moderately complex information requests and inquiries
- Provides secretarial, administrative, and logistics support, including the organization of meetings, events, and missions
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of three years’ experience in general office support or related area
- One year’s experience within the UN common system or other comparable international organization is desirable
- English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; English is required
- UN Language Framework: English - Reading: UN Level III, Writing: UN Level III, Listening: UN Level III, Speaking: UN Level II
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 specified as remote or in-office.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, three years’ experience in general office support, and proficiency in English and French.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by 09/03/2026, and more information can be found at https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=282385&languageCd=ENG
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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