Programme Management Assistant, G6

United Nations - UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs

Staff Closes 18 Jun 2026 8 days left

Overview

Provides assistance in support of planning and implementation activities/processes and day-to-day operations for departmental programme initiatives, such as the Italian JPO Programme and other human resources capacity development initiatives.


Key Responsibilities
  • Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents information/data on specific programmes and related topics.
  • Assists in the coordination of programme planning and preparation; monitors status of programme and action.
  • Assists in the review of programme budget proposals, including HR cost estimates.
  • Assists in the monitoring and evaluation of programmes/projects; categorizes, updates, tracks and analyses data.
  • Collaborates with programme managers and HR counterparts on performance reporting.
  • Drafts programme summaries, coordinates review and clearance process.
  • Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of programme implementation activities.
  • Prepares, maintains and updates files and internal databases; designs and generates reports.
  • Drafts correspondence and communications related to programme and office administration.
  • Provides guidance and training to new/junior staff.
  • Assists with the collection, analysis, and presentation of data for information sharing.
  • Assists with visualizations and updating information material.
Required Experience

At least seven (7) years of relevant experience in programme management for human resources development, preferably in the context of young talents programmes, is required. Experience working with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, SharePoint, and PowerPoint is required. Experience in external relations working with donor governments is desirable. Experience working with the United Nations or an international organization in inter-agency coordination settings is desirable. Experience with databases and integrated information management systems, such as Umoja, related to finance and fund management is desirable.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Other Details
Languages Required
English is required. Italian is required.
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
initial period of one year
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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