The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is pleased to announce an opening for the position of Programme Assistant (Natural Sciences) for 2025. This key role supports the implementation of UNESCO’s initiatives in the natural sciences, focusing on promoting scientific research, advancing education, and fostering international cooperation.
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The Programme Assistant will collaborate with diverse stakeholders to facilitate project management, coordinate activities, and assist in the monitoring and evaluation of programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to UNESCO’s mission of building peace, eradicating poverty, and fostering sustainable development through the power of science and knowledge.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Completed secondary, technical or vocational education.
Work Experience
- Minimum five (5) years of relevant work experience in secretarial, and administrative support tasks or related tasks, preferably in an international environment.
Skills and competencies
- Good understanding of project cycle management from an administrative point of view;
- Good analytical and organizational skills;
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, including good drafting skills in English and/or French;
- Ability to draft correspondence and correct documents;
- Discretion and capacity to deal efficiently and tactfully with people of different cultural backgrounds;
- Ability to work effectively and maintain effective working relations within a multi-cultural environment;
- Diplomacy and politeness in dealing with external and internal partners requesting information;
- Solid computer skills, proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
Languages
- Excellent knowledge of French or English and good knowledge of the other working language.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- General administrative training and a background in the field of natural sciences or a related field.
Work Experience
- Relevant work experience in an international organization.
- Experience in providing programme and administrative support services.
- Familiarity with UNESCO rules, administrative procedures, systems and standard practices.
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