UNDP Nigeria Job Recruitment - 2011

COUNTRY PROGRAMME ASSISTANT
LOCATION: Abuja, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 25-Feb-11
ADDITIONAL CATEGORY: Management
TYPE OF CONTRACT: FTA Local
POST LEVEL: GS-5
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: English
STARTING DATE: (Date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 11-Apr-2011
DURATION OF INITIAL CONTRACT: 1 year with possibility of yearly renewal
EXPECTED DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT: 1 year with possibility of yearly renewal
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
Hold a first college degree, professional degree or equivalent in secretarial or related field. Additional technical training in accounting, finance and/or management is an advantage.
WORK EXPERIENCE
A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Management and Administration. Experience in UN Financial Rules and Regulations and guidelines, as well as in administrative procedures is an advantage.
LANGUAGES
Full proficiency in English.  Working knowledge of an additional IFAD language widely used in the region is an asset.
OTHER SKILLS
Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, Internet) and knowledge of UN Rules and procedures is an advantage.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:-
Applications should be submitted on line and include the UNDP Personal History Form (P11) posted at http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
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.
CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?job_id=21716