Programme Assistant

UN High Commissioner for Refugees - UNHCR | Volunteer |
Closing: 03 Feb 2026 4 days remaining
Location: Brasilia; Boa Vista

Overview

The Programme Assistant will provide administrative assistance and support to routine services and activities within the Programme to better meet the needs of persons of concern. The role supports the development and implementation of monitoring plans and contributes to the review and analysis of operations plans.

Tasks Summary
  • Provide administrative assistance and support in routine services and activities within Programme.
  • Assist in organizing and documenting the selection of partners.
  • Provide support to ensure partnership agreements are established in a timely manner, regularly monitored and reported on.
  • Support the development and implementation of monitoring plans for activities implemented through partnerships and those under direct implementation.
  • Contribute to the review and analysis of operations plans, mid-year and year-end reports.
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with issuance of audit certificates for partners.
  • Use UNHCR's Enterprise Resource Planning ERP system for core activities.
  • Actively contribute to UNHCRs programming of community of practice and continuously contributing to improvements of programming tools and processes.
  • Perform other related duties as required.
Experience Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant Job experience in Programme Management, Operation Management Cycle and related processes. Knowledge of Results Based-Management. Computer skills (in MS office) including advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data management, etc). Experience in the field of accounting/finance, auditing, project management, business analysis, quality assurance and/or risk management.

Qualification Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance, auditing, project management, business analysis, quality assurance and/or risk management

Other Details

Languages Required: Portuguese, Level: Fluent, Required English, Level: Fluent, Required

Languages Preferred: Spanish, Level: Fluent, Desirable

Contract Duration: 4 months

Work Modality: Onsite

Remuneration:

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