Programme Assistant

UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs - UNOCHA

Volunteer Closes 28 Apr 2026 9 days left

Overview

Support monitoring, analysis, and reporting on humanitarian developments and assist in humanitarian coordination processes.


Key Responsibilities
  • - Support monitoring, analysis, and reporting on humanitarian developments, needs, response gaps, and operational constraints.
  • - Research, compile, verify, and analyze information for OCHA information products.
  • - Assist in humanitarian coordination processes, including support to sub-national coordination groups and thematic working groups.
  • - Support information management functions, including maintaining contact lists and ensuring proper documentation.
  • - Assist in monitoring programme implementation and follow-up on referrals.
  • - Compile, collate, verify and triangulate data/info for OCHA information products.
  • - Participate in field missions, inter-agency assessments, and monitoring visits.
  • - Support the organization of meetings, events, and field missions.
  • - Promote volunteerism and community engagement.
  • - Contribute to knowledge-sharing and reporting on volunteerism.
  • - Perform any other related duties as required.
Required Experience
  • A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience programme support, information management, or administrative/office support is required.
  • Knowledge of data collection, analysis, and reporting, including the ability to compile, verify, and synthesize information from multiple sources, is desirable.
  • Experience supporting coordination mechanisms, meetings, or working groups (including agenda preparation, note-taking, and follow-up) is an asset.
  • Proficiency in standard office software (e.g. MS Office/365), including data handling and document preparation, is required; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment.
  • Experience in humanitarian or development contexts, particularly in emergency or conflict-affected settings, is desirable.
  • Prior experience with the United Nations Common System or other international organizations is an advantage.
Qualifications

Master's degree in Social sciences, international relations, public administration, development studies, humanitarian affairs, or a related field is required.

Other Details
Languages Required
Ukrainian, Level: Fluent, Required English, Level: Fluent, Required
Languages Preferred
Russian, Level: Fluent, Desirable
Contract Duration
8 months
Work Modality
Onsite
Remuneration
Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA): USD 1690 (equivalent in UAH) provided monthly. USD 350 entry lump sum, one-time payment. USD 120 exit lump sum for each month served, paid on completion of contract. Medical and life insurance provided. Annual leave: 2.5 days per completed month. Learning leave: up to ten working days per consecutive 12 months. Certified Sick Leave: up to 30 days based on a 12-month cycle. Uncertified Sick Leave: seven working days in a calendar year.
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