Project Assistant, Women, Peace and Security, Humanitarian Action and Disaster Risk Reduction (Local Post for nationals of Georgia))

Overview

The Project Assistant is responsible for rendering administrative support to the implementation of projects under the Women, Peace and Security, Humanitarian Action and Disaster Risk Reduction portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support to programme formulation and management.
• Provide administrative support to the financial management of the Programme Unit.
• Provide administrative support to the Programme Unit for meetings, workshops, events, and missions.
• Provide administrative support to resource mobilization.
• Provide administrative support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing.

Required Experience

At least 5 years (2 years in case of Bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible experience in administrative or programme management/support is required. Experience in working in a computer environment using multiple office software packages is required. Experience in the use of ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. Work experience in the field of gender equality and women’s empowerment is desirable. Experience in providing project support and/or coordination of activities with NGOs, UN agencies and/or EU institutions, or other donor or international organizations is desirable. Strong experience in preparing budgets, work-plans and implementation plans is desirable. Knowledge of UN Women/UNDP procurement and financial rules and regulation is an additional advantage. Experience in preparation of presentations, meetings, and administrative documentation for projects is desirable. Experience in supporting a team is desirable.

Qualifications

Completion of secondary education is required. Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration is desirable.

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