Administrative Assistant to the FAO Representative

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - FAO

Consultant Closes 05 Aug 2026 5 days left

Overview

Provide administrative support to the FAO Representative in Kyrgyzstan, ensuring efficient functioning of the office and effective communication.


Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the supervisor’s calendar, appointments, and meetings.
  • Provide interpreter services and take minutes of meetings.
  • Maintain protocol procedures.
  • Coordinate and prepare briefing materials.
  • Manage Representative missions and schedule.
  • Maintain partner rosters and event calendars.
  • Prepare correspondence and follow up.
  • Make travel arrangements and visa issuance.
  • Maintain filing systems and ensure confidentiality.
  • Type correspondence and documents.
  • Coordinate information flow and follow up on circulation files.
  • Provide secretarial services and distribute assignments.
  • Screen calls and correspondence.
  • Participate in staff meetings and take minutes.
  • Coordinate and monitor security issues.
  • Coordinate logistics and administrative support for missions and events.
  • Serve as focal point for capturing and tracking tasks.
  • Maintain a structured task log.
  • Assist with raising international travel.
  • Maintain office supplies and monitor inventory.
Required Experience
  • 3 years of progressively responsive secretarial and /or clerical experience.
  • Work experience in international development organizations.
Qualifications

Secondary education, with a bachelor’s or similar education, such as business administration, management, communication, or relevant education preferred.

Other Details
Languages Required
Working knowledge of English level (C) of the FAO and working knowledge of the local language(s) is required (Russian and Kyrgyz).
Languages Preferred
Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills in English and Russian, knowledge of Kyrgyz is an asset. Familiarity with UN operational procedures is an asset.
Contract Duration
Up to 11 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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