Job vacancy for training assistant in UNITAR in Port Harcourt

United Nations Institute for training and research (UNITAR) is currently recruiting for a training assistant in their Port Harcourt Office.
Description: Training and Capacity Strengthening for Sustainable development in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria 
Areas of Specialization: Office Administration Office Finance Management
Skills and Competencies 
Good understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and good general knowledge of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units; good knowledge of relevant operational and administrative policies, processes and procedures, including records management/filing procedures, ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Effective time management and ability to plan own work to meet designated deadlines. Good computer and interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with key Stakeholders 
Responsibilities: Preparation of budgets and support field operations at Training and Capacity Building workshops.  Follow up on all outstanding matters with UNDSS. Processing of travel authorizations and travel claims for Staff and partners. To provide administrative and logistics support to Staff and partners on various meetings and missions locally and internationally. Assisting with the scheduling of training sessions, and booking / notifying all relevant parties. Taking responsibility for ensuring all training rooms / venues, equipment, catering arrangements, and other requirements are booked up or cancelled in advance. 
Reporting structure: Reports to the Head of UNITAR Office in Port Harcourt. Performance indicators for evaluation of results: Timeless reporting of Office finance status Application of relevant policies, guidelines, procedures and processes in accomplishing the job
Competencies:  Professionalism – Good understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and good general knowledge of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units; good knowledge of relevant operational and administrative policies, processes and procedures, including records management/filing procedures, ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given.
Qualifications: Education: A first-level university degree in secretarial Administration/Studies or Social Sciences. Experience: A minimum of 3 years working experience in administrative and office support functions in a large organization; experience with an international organization is desirable. 

How to apply

 All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.

A letter of motivation as well as the P11 form/ Curriculum Vitae are to be sent to:  estaffing@unitar.org

 UN staff members must submit copies of their latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) report at the time of application

Remuneration: Depending on the professional background and experience.


Application closes 5-Nov-2010