Administrative and Travel Clerk

UNDP • Picayune, MS

4h

About The Position

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet.
UNDP’s Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (PAPP) derives its mandate from United Nations General Assembly Resolution 33/147 of 20 December 1978. Called upon by United Nations Member States in that year, UNDP was requested “to improve the economic and social conditions of the Palestinian people by identifying their social and economic needs and by establishing concrete projects to that end”.
“UNDP/PAPP offers operational services and support to several UN agencies operating in the occupied Palestinian territory. By promoting a client-centred approach in-line with UNDP's rules and regulations, our operational team collaborates closely with programme and project teams, as well as suppliers, UN agencies, and UNDP headquarters staff to address challenging operational -related issues”. The selected candidate will support Travel Unit in all matters related to travel and protocol, travel and related administrative services provided to UNDP and other UN agencies.

Requirements

• Secondary Education preferably with specialized certification in Administration, Accounting or Finance OR
• First-level university degree (bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in Business or Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, or related field will be given due consideration but is not a requirement.
• At least 4 years of relevant administrative and programme support experience is required at the national or international level with secondary education OR 1 year with bachelor’s degree of same.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc).
• Advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages. Experience in handling of web-based management systems
• Fluency in both English and Arabic languages.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the UN system, Rules and regulations, and familiarity with UNDP procedures would be an asset.
• Previous experience with international (public or private sector) organizations is desirable.
• Knowledge of Protocol correspondences and Travel Procedures is required.
• Experience in workshop or training planning and organizing is required.
• Ability to drive and travel within Jerusalem and West Bank.

Responsibilities

• Assist in provision of Administrative Support to UNDP and other UN agencies Personnel through
• Support in coordinating Travel through
• Assist in Reporting and Compliance with the unit through
• The incumbent performs any other duties agreed to within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees