Administrative Assistant at United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF)

United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Job no: 594698
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Contract type: Temporary Appointment
Categories: Administration

Job Summary

• Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, you, as the Administrative Assistant is responsible for executing a broad variety of routine tasks for the respective unit requiring full knowledge of UNICEF administrative procedures, processes and policies.

Summary Of Key Functions / accountabilities

• Communications & Workflow
• Calendar/Meetings/Correspondence Management
• Events/Logistics
• Travel Assistance
• Invoice Processing
• Supplies/Equipment
• Attendance Monitoring.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the field of work.
• Work Experience: A minimum of 4 years of relevant administrative or clerical work experience is required.

Skills:
Project Management:

• Use project management tools to organize and track tasks within a project
• Schedule and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Provide project updates and report issues

Collaboration:

• Use tact and discretion in sensitive situations
• Communicate thoughtfully and diplomatically considering how words may be perceived by others
• Write clearly and concisely in emails and reports, outlining brief summaries and suggested actions
• Communicate key points and recommendations verbally in a clear and direct manner
• Organize, visualize and present data, tailoring visuals to highlight key insights

Problem Solving:

• Compare different sets of information to identify correlations and differences
• Analyze information to identify the root cause of problems and possible risks
• Identify key data and patterns in reports and summaries
• Organize, visualize and present conclusions in a structured and logical way
• Consider and suggest possible solutions to resolve problems independently
• Consider available information when making decisions

Digital Dexterity:

• Use AI tools and digital platforms to collect information
• Assess AI generated tasks for accuracy and effectiveness
• Use key organizational business systems and digital platforms
• Manage and organize digital documents and files in alignment with digital workforce policies and culture
• Safeguard documents ensuring confidentiality and manage data risks
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.

Desirables:

• Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language
• Familiarity/ background with emergency is highly desirable.
• Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online