Administrative Associate (G-6) – Fixed Term

About the role

The Administrative Associate (G‑6) supports UNICEF’s operations in Lubumbashi, DR Congo, under the supervision of the Operations Officer. The role involves handling a wide range of administrative functions to ensure smooth office workflow and compliance with UNICEF policies.

Key responsibilities

• Manage procurement processes, including requisitions and vendor coordination.
• Coordinate communications, calendar, meetings and correspondence.
• Organise events and logistics, ensuring all arrangements meet UNICEF standards.
• Process travel invoices and support travel management activities.
• Oversee supplies and equipment inventory and distribution.
• Maintain attendance records and related administrative reporting.

Required profile

• Minimum six (6) years of relevant administrative or clerical experience.
• Secondary education completed; a bachelor’s degree may replace three years of experience and a master’s degree may replace an additional two years.
• Fluent French; knowledge of another UN language is desirable.
• Experience in country‑level operations, especially in development, fragile or humanitarian settings.

Required skills

• Proficiency with SharePoint, Excel, MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Vision and other travel‑management systems.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and consultant contracting.
• Ability to work with UNICEF information systems and policies.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term appointment with a competitive UN benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development within a global humanitarian organisation.