Position Summary:

The Personal Assistant to Representative post performs senior-level secretarial duties as well as organizational and coordinating functions; is responsible for protocol matters and the effective functioning of the office of the Representative.   She reports to the Representative. 

Requirements and Qualifications:

Education:  Completion of Secondary School Education plus qualifications in secretarial/business education courses. First level degree will be desirable.

Knowledge and Experience:

• At least six years of secretarial/administrative experience, preferably part of it with an international organization or the UN.
• Proficiency in current office software applications.

Languages:  A good command of the English language, both written and spoken, good drafting skills and preferably a working knowledge of a second UN language; knowledge of Kiswahili is required.