Office Assistant

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - FAO

Staff Closes 23 Apr 2026 10 days left

Overview

The Office Assistant performs routine administrative transactions and office support functions to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the work unit.


Key Responsibilities
  • Type, format and draft routine correspondence; collate tables, reports, presentations, publications and other documentation.
  • Receive and direct telephone calls and visitors; screen and send e-mails; respond to routine internal and external enquiries and/or refer to appropriate contacts/units.
  • Enter, retrieve, structure and update selected information and data from various sources; present results in standard format.
  • Set up and maintain office files and reference systems according to standard procedures, including an e-book for signatures.
  • Initiate, view and track a variety of administrative transactions in computerized financial, travel, human resources systems.
  • Support the organization and administration of meetings, workshops and events.
  • Assist with arranging for travels: organize transport, logistics, accommodation, documents.
  • Ensure availability of office supplies and appropriate maintenance of office equipment.
  • Perform other duties as required.
Required Experience

Two years of relevant experience in office support work.

Qualifications

Secondary School Education.

Other Details
Languages Required
Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English.
Languages Preferred
Intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
Contract Duration
Fixed term: one year with possibility of extension
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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