Snr. Administrative Assistant
Provide administrative support to the Iquique Field Unit
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Overview
Provide administrative support to the Iquique Field Unit
You have:
- Bilingual in Spanish and English.
- Experience in administrative support roles.
- Experience working with international organizations, NGOs, or government.
- Ability to work in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
- Skills in logistics and finance.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
U (unclassified)Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
No designationStaff Member / Affiliate Type
UNOPS LICA5Target Start Date
2024-09-16Deadline for Applications
septiembre 9, 2024Terms of Reference
The UNHCR Multi-Country Office in Argentina provides support to refugees, asylum seekers, and other forcibly displaced people in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
In Chile, UNHCR collaborates with partners, government institutions, civil society and communities. The focus is on ensuring international protection, advocating for integration, and promoting durable solutions for over 450,000 refugees, asylum-seekers, and others in need of international protection. Special attention is given to working alongside hosting communities to promote peaceful coexistence, reduce xenophobic expressions, and foster positive social processes where both Chileans and newcomers collaborate for the benefit of their communities.
UNHCR is looking for a professional to provide administrative support to Iquique Field Unit, within UNHCR´s Chile National Office purview. He/she will assist in the interpretation and processing of entitlements, issuance of contracts and maintenance among others, assist in administrative procedures related to travel arrangements and any other activities related to UNHCR's financial accountability and welfare, while ensuring compliance with UN policies and procedures. The incumbent will be under the supervision of the Head of the Field Unit, and will coordinate with the other sections/units to ensure harmonized administrative approaches in the Northern Zone of Chile in conjunction with the Administration Unit at the national level.
The ideal candidate should have administrative experience and the ability to work both in Spanish and in English. Additional experience working in client-oriented services, logistics and/or finance and supply is highly desirable. Experience working for international organizations, NGO´s and/or government is an asset.
The successful candidate must be willing and able to work in dynamic, multicultural and fast-evolving environments, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.Standard Job Description
Required Languages
English,
Spanish,
Desired Languages
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Additional Qualifications
Skills
Education
Certifications
Business Administration - Other, Finance - Other, Human Resources - Other, Office Management - OtherWork Experience
Other information
N/AThis position doesn't require a functional clearance Home-Based
No
Potential interview questions
| Can you give an example of how you handled a challenging administrative task? | This assesses your problem-solving skills in an administrative context. | Describe the situation, your actions, and the outcome clearly. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple responsibilities? | This question evaluates your organizational skills and ability to prioritize. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Have you ever worked in a multicultural team? How did you contribute? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a time you had to learn a new system or process quickly. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What measures do you take to ensure compliance with organizational policies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
unhcr.org
