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Programme Assistant, SRHR at United Nations Population Fund, Lusaka, Zambia

United Nations Population Fund

Programme Assistant, SRHR at United Nations Population Fund, Lusaka, Zambia

United Nations Population Fund

Full time Job

Date Posted: February 24, 2025

Application deadline:

Expired on: February 25, 2025 5:00pm

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Job description

You would be responsible for:

A. Supporting SRHR Programme team 

  • Assist with logistical arrangements for meetings, missions, workshops and events, including procurement of standard supplies and logistical coordination.
  • Assist with collection of supporting documents for payments.

B. Research and Knowledge Management Sharing Support

  • Assist in the archiving, filing and maintenance of up-to-date electronic mailing lists on SRHR programme matters.
  • Record and distribute SRHR programme meeting minutes in a timely manner and assist the SRHR Specialist by following up on agreed actions and implementation of tasks, where appropriate.
  • Provide administrative support in compiling information for progress reports.

C. General Support 

  • Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA management.

Qualifications and Experience: 

Education:  

  • Completed Secondary Level Education required.
  • Additional training or certification in administration or office management is an asset.

Knowledge and Experience: 
Four years of relevant experience in project/programme support in private, national and/or international organizations including some experience in research assistance.

  • Previous experience in the UN system is an advantage.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Computer literacy – Word, Excel, Power-point, etc.
  • Good knowledge of ERP systems is an asset.
  • Good writing and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
  • Experience in disability inclusive and gender transformative programming is an asset.

Languages: 

Fluency in oral and written English. Working knowledge of another UN Official Language, an asset.

Required Competencies: 

Values:

Exemplifying integrity

Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,

Embracing cultural diversity,

Embracing change
Core Competencies: 

Achieving results,

Being accountable,

Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,

Thinking analytically and strategically,

Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,

Communicating for impact
Functional Competencies:

Administrative Management, Communications and Support

Understanding of Travel and Events Logistics and Systems in UNFPA

Managing documents, correspondence and reports

Managing information and workflow

Planning, organizing and multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Managing operational processes

Job knowledge / technical expertise

Proficiency in current office software applications; good basic knowledge of Project Management dashboard and software

Compensation and Benefits:

 This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

Application deadline:

Expired on: February 25, 2025

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