About Department of Operational Support

Department of Operational Supportis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to travel assistant, g6 within Department of Operational Support’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in United States, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.

Key Details

• Job Title:Travel Assistant, G6
• Grade:G-6
• Location:New York, United States
• Department:Department of Operational Support
• Contract Type:General Service Staff
• Salary Range:$43,000.0 – $58,000.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent is required..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English is required.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III.
• A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible work experience in international travel and transportation requirements including administrative functions, supervisory components, rate construction and methods of calculating air fares is required.

Skills

• TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 5 for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point) is required.
• Experience in airline reservation systems i.e.
• SABRE/AMADEUS/APOLLO/ GALILEO or equivalent is required.
• Experience in operational databases such as Enterprise Resource Planning system and booking management tool, or equivalent is required.
• Experience in an international organization is desirable..

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply