Administrative Assistant

Join our team and support legal administration tasks.

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IOM MGAC - IOM Manila (Global) Administrative Centre

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Application deadline 2 years ago: Wednesday 10 Apr 2024 at 14:59 UTC

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Overview

Join our team and support legal administration tasks.

You have:

  • University degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law and/or Business or Public Administration or any related field from an accredited academic institution with one year relevant professional experience in administrative support in legal department.
  • Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience.
  • Proficient in MS Office and other IT applications; working knowledge of SAP an advantage.
  • Editing skills in English (French/Spanish an advantage).
  • Translation skills English, French, or Spanish an advantage.

Job Highlights Be part of the United Nations (UN) related agency. Dignified, orderly, and safe migration for the benefit of all. Join our team and experience working with a social purpose. Job Description Position Title: Administrative Assistant Job classification: Ungraded Duty station: Manila (Global) Administrative Centre (MAC) Type of Appointment: Nine months with possibility of extension Salary: Php 40,000 per month net of taxes (all-inclusive) Context Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Legal Counsel and the Division Head, Contract Division, Office of Legal Affairs (LEG-CR), and under the direct supervision of Unit Head, Manila Unit, LEG-CR, in coordination with the Office of Legal Affairs at Headquarters and its Panama Unit, the successful candidate will be responsible on various administrative and legal aspects of the organization such as, but not limited to, processing contracts and corresponding with Missions.

Required Qualifications and Experience Education University degree in Political or Social Sciences, Law and/or Business or Public Administration or any related field from an accredited academic institution, with one year relevant professional experience in administrative support in legal department; exposure in international organization an advantage; or Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience. Experience: Proficient in MS Office and other IT applications; working knowledge of SAP an advantage. Editing skills in English (French/Spanish an advantage). Translation skills English, French, or Spanish an advantage. How to Apply Interested applicants may send their applications to [email protected] no later than 10 Apr 2024. VN Number and Position Title (DR049/2023 Administrative Assistant) should be specified in the SUBJECT field. For internal candidates, please send in your updated CV and cover letter using your IOM email account for your application to be considered valid. Applications must consist of a cover letter, a duly-accomplished IOM Personal History Form, and a résumé highlighting education and experience relative to the above qualifications. IOM welcomes applicants from qualified individuals, irrespective of their race, religion, skin, color, nationality, age, disability status, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, mental health status, or any other characteristic. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to manage multiple administrative tasks simultaneously? This question evaluates your organizational skills and ability to handle pressure. Provide a specific example highlighting your prioritization and multitasking skills.
How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail in your administrative work? The interviewer wants to assess your commitment to quality and thoroughness. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with legal documentation or contracts. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Have you ever worked in a multicultural environment? How did you adapt? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What software or tools do you use to manage your administrative tasks, and why? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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