Programme Assistant @ UNDP Careers

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years (with high school diploma) or 2 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant working experience in administration and/or programme support services, human resources management, and/or volunteer management.
• Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (ERP, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).;
• Experience with web-based management systems & data management is highly desirable;
• Experience in records management, keeping track of company records and/or information;
• Experience in meeting coordination: scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and distributing follow-up actions;
• Fluency in English and in the national language of the duty station;
• Proficiency in another official UN language is an asset.
  
  

Disclaimer

• Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
• The successful candidate will hold a UNDP letter of appointment.
• This post is for local recruitment only. It is open to citizens of Kenya. All travel, interview and relocation costs, if any, incurred to take up an appointment at the duty station in Nairobi are at the expense of the applicant.
  
  

Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant Information About UNDP Rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.