About United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)

United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)is 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 senior administrative assistant-fixed term-relief and social services department- fo west bank- for internal candidates only- grade, 10 within United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Palestine, 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:Senior Administrative Assistant-Fixed Term-Relief and Social Services Department- FO West Bank- For Internal Candidates Only- Grade, 10
• Grade:N/A
• Location:Hebron, Palestine
• Department:United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)
• Contract Type:Fixed-Term Contract
• Estimated Salary Range:$80,500 – $138,000 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Successful completion of full secondary education. -Two years diploma in business and office practice or related discipline. -Desirable qualification: Bachelor’s degree in business administration
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English and Arabic are 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 II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Arabic UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I.
• Experience: .At least four years of relevant experience, preferably in administration, and /or office management is required Experience in MS Office applications is required -Please confirm if you live/ reside in West Bank or Jerusalem? And if you have West Bank or Jerusalem ID. please to mention its number down, as it is desirable.
• Experience: Do you have any current or past affiliations with non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, political organizations, military, or have/are engaged in activities or have made any public statements, that could be seen to impact your neutrality, objectivity or independence in the performanceof your duties for the UN / UNRWA? if yes please explain as it is required..

Skills

• UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default.
• Applying Technical Expertise. ii.
• Relating and Networking iii.
• Planning and Organizing iv.
• Coping with Pressure and Setbacks.

Benefits

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

How to Apply