Admin Associate
Support WHO staff in the delivery of administrative services for programmes.
Overview
Support WHO staff in the delivery of administrative services for programmes.
You have:
- Secretarial/administrative work experience, preferably in the UN system.
- Ability to operate PC and good knowledge of Microsoft applications.
- Good drafting skills.
Contract
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WHO has scaled up its logistics and supply chain operations to support the humanitarian health response in Gaza. This includes the coordination of large procurement volumes, management of multiple operational corridors, and support to humanitarian partners facing regulatory and operational constraints.
Supports WHO staff in the delivery of administrative services for programmes.
Assists in administrative arrangements for field visits and duty travel of project and programme staff, consultants and visiting missions into Gaza, follow up with administrative staff on ticket and hotel reservations and security clearances.
Supports the processes required for movements in and out of Gaza for International staff
Supports movement of SURGE missions in and out of Gaza
Supports WHO staff in liaison with ASU (access unit in the oPt) in charge of coordination
• Assists with the update and maintenance of information databases, such as mailing lists, document tracking systems and reporting systems on the status and completion of technical projects and programmes.
Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities:
• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and taking active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day);
• Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
• Provide annual and end of assignment self- reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities.
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
• Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers;
• Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible;
o Agility o Accountability o Adaptability and flexibility o Planning and organising o Judgement and decision-making o Integrity and professionalism o Self-management o Commitment to continuous learning o Communication and interpersonal skills o Teamwork and collaboration o Cultural sensitivity and inclusiveness
secretarial/administrative work is required, preferably in the UN system.
Ability to operate PC and good knowledge of Microsoft applications
Good drafting skills
The assignment is designated as a remote national UN Volunteer position; accordingly, the UN Volunteer shall be solely responsible for securing and maintaining appropriate housing and covering all related living arrangements and expenses.
The initial contract duration shall be six (6) months, with any subsequent extensions subject to the availability of funding, operational requirements, and the satisfactory performance of the UN Volunteer.
A monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) shall be provided to contribute toward housing, utilities, and standard living expenses. In addition, the UN Volunteer shall be entitled to life, health, and permanent disability insurance coverage (including health insurance for up to three eligible dependents), as well as an exit allowance, contingent upon satisfactory completion of service.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a situation where you had to support staff in delivering administrative services. What was your approach? | The interviewer wants to assess your administrative support skills and teamwork. | Provide a specific example demonstrating your organizational and communication capabilities. |
| How do you manage multiple tasks and prioritize them effectively in an administrative role? | The interviewer seeks to understand your planning and organizing abilities. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you explain how you ensure cultural sensitivity while working in diverse environments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to maintain up-to-date information databases? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with Microsoft Office applications and how they contribute to your work efficiency. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Share an instance where you had to adapt to changing circumstances in your work. How did you handle it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you know about the UN Volunteers programme, and how would you incorporate its principles into your assignment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure effective communication in a remote working environment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |