Administrative Assistant

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - FAO

Staff Closes 08 May 2026 9 days left

Overview

Performs routine administrative transactions and office support functions to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of a work unit. Reports to professional staff and receives guidance from an Administrative Assistant/Associate.


Key Responsibilities
  • Retrieve, enter, select and analyse data from various sources.
  • Assemble and review documentation for processing workforce, travel or financial actions.
  • Maintain imprest accounts and reconcile expenditures.
  • Prepare routine correspondence and draft correspondence to verify data.
  • Maintain local inventory records and a filing system of administrative and financial documents.
  • Maintain liaison with local banks and financial institutions.
  • Support administration of personnel, equipment and protocol-related issues.
  • Assist in duties related to recruitment, payroll, staff development and other HR administrative duties.
Required Experience

Three years of experience in administrative and office support work.

Qualifications

Secondary school education.

Other Details
Languages Required
Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English.
Languages Preferred
Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of the local language (Somali).
Contract Duration
Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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