UNDP Programme Assistant Positions for Young Graduates in South Africa 2022

United Nations Development Programme UNDP Job Application for Programme Assistant is open for applications from highly motivated candidates to works with and provides support to the members of the SAMCO Team in the development and implementation of effective operations and programmes consistent with UN Women rules and regulations.

The Programme Assistant works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in SAMCO, the Regional Office and UN Women HQs as required for reporting and finance-related issues and exchange of information

Company/Organisation(s): UNDP, South Africa

Job Location: Pretoria, South Africa

Job Duration: One year with possibility of renewal

Available Slot: Several

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree

Nationality: All Nationalities

What to Expect from UNDP Programme Assistant Positions

The Programme Assistant works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in SAMCO, the Regional Office and UN Women HQs with the following duties and responsibilities:

Ensures effective and efficient functioning of the Deputy Representative office focusing on achievement

Provide administrative and logistical support to the formulation and management of programmes

Provide administrative support to the financial management of the Programme Unit

Provide administrative support to Resource Mobilization

Facilitate knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for UNDP Programme Assistant positions, applicants are expected to meet the following conditions:

Education and Certification:
  • Completion of secondary education required;
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration is an asset.
Experience:
  • At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in administration, operations management or programme management/support;
  • Experience in working in a computer environment using multiple office software packages;
  • Experience in the use of ATLAS is an asset;
  • Experience in supporting a team.
Language requirements:
  • Fluency in English is required;
  • Knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset.

Application Procedures

How-to-Apply: Interested and eligible applicants for UNDP Programme Assistant positions, are requested to apply online for these opportunities.

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About%20U s/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf.

Application Deadline: August 08, 2022
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