JOB OFFER - UNDP United Nations Development Programme , Yaoundé : ADMINISTRATIVE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

ADMINISTRATIVE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM (Exclusively for Cameroonian candidates)

Location :    YAOUNDE, CAMEROON
Application Deadline :    09-May-23 (Midnight New York, USA)
Time left :    6d 20h 6m
Type of Contract :    Internship
Post Level :    Intern
Languages Required :
English   French  
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)    03-Oct-2023
Duration of Initial Contract :    Temporaire (2 mois renouvelables deux fois)
Expected Duration of Assignment :    6 months

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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.


Background

This position is located at the United Nations Center for Human Rights and democracy in Central Africa, in Yaoundé. Under the overall supervision of the Director of the Center, and the direct supervision of the Administrative and Finance associate, the incumbent will perform the following tasks:


Duties and Responsibilities

Provides secretarial, administrative and logistics support to meetings outside and inside Cameroon; including through travel when necessary;
Undertakes necessary actions prior to meetings,
Provides general office assistance; reviews, logs and routes
Ensure inventory of office consumables and advise on replenishment requirements
Handles routine administrative tasks, such as maintaining attendance records, assessing telephone billing, etc.
Perform other tasks as requested by supervisors

Competencies

Competencies:

 

Professionalism - Advanced  knowledge  of  the  use  of information management to improve the awareness on human rights and democracy issues in the sub region; Familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the Internet, intranet and other databases; Demonstrate problem-solving skills and ability to use sound judgment to ensure the effective and timely completion of complex tasks; Ability to work under pressure; Very good  knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to human rights and democracy and sound knowledge of the institutions of the UN system;

 

Planning and Organizing - Ability to establish priorities, to plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan; Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given;  

                        

Communication - Ability to speak and write in a clear and concise manner in English and French, including ability to draft a variety of reports, correspondences, and articulate ideas in a clear, concise style;

       

Technological Awareness - Fully proficient computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications, e.g. Word processing, spreadsheets, internal databases, internet, etc.  

                                                       

Teamwork – Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.


Required Skills and Experience

Be enrolled in the Bachelor (Baccalaureate+3) year or have obtained the Bachelor (Baccalaureate+3) in Management, Administration, Finance / Accounting, or in another related field).
2  years professional experience in administration and office management
A good knowledge of United Nations rules and procedures would be an asset,
Good working knowledge of  Microsoft Office  (outlook, word , excel, power point, internet)
Ability to work in a team and under pressure ;
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment ;
 

Nota bene:

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Selected candidates will receive a stipend of $300 per month and access to the UN clinic.

All applications must be submitted ONLINE at : https://www.undp.org/fr/cameroon/emplois