TEAM ASSISTANT (Temporary)
Quick answer
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is hiring a temporary, Geneva-based Team Assistant to provide administrative and financial support for a 6-month assignment.
- Role
- TEAM ASSISTANT (Temporary)
- Organization
- United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-07-02
The role
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is seeking a Team Assistant to provide administrative, financial, and logistical support to the Finance Unit in Geneva. This temporary 6-month position involves managing correspondence, maintaining records, and assisting with the preparation of financial reports and presentations. The incumbent will ensure compliance with administrative policies while facilitating smooth team operations.
What you'll do
- Perform a wide range of office support, administrative, and finance functions.
- Draft correspondence and prepare complex reports or presentations.
- Monitor unit outputs and ensure compliance with financial and legal requirements.
- Maintain electronic files, databases, and staff distribution lists.
- Assist in the preparation of travel requests, contracts, and purchase orders.
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible administrative experience (1 year with a university degree).
- Experience using an Enterprise Resource Planning system such as Umoja.
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of a second UN language is desirable.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage calendars and logistics.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
This is a temporary 6-month appointment. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This position is located in Geneva, Switzerland, and is considered an in-office role.
What is the duration of this contract?
This is a temporary position for a period of 6 months.
What are the core technical requirements for this role?
Candidates must have experience with administrative/financial operations and proficiency in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system like Umoja, as well as a high school diploma.
When is the deadline to apply for this position?
The application deadline for this job opening is July 2nd.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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