Administrative Associate [Open to Tier 0, 1 & 2 applicants]

Overview

Supports the overall management and control of UNDP assets, administers disposal of assets, and ensures efficient operational processes. May supervise administrative support staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure implementation of operational strategies in alignment with governing rules and regulations.
• Support Assets Management, including receiving, tagging, updating inventory records, and managing physical asset disposal.
• Provide support for effective administrative and financial control in the country office.
• Support knowledge building and sharing in the Country Office.

Required Experience

Minimum of 6 years (with high school diploma) or 3 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in administration or programme support services. Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc), database packages, and web-based management systems such as ERP, desirable. Knowledge of IPSAS and/or IFRS is desirable.

Qualifications

Secondary education is required. University Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement. Certifications in Administration and Procurement are desirable. Part-qualified accountants from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy will have a distinct advantage, desirable.

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