Democratic Governance for Development ( DGD) in Nigeria is an integral element of UNDP's Response to this condition. With the help of donors (CIDA, EU, DFID, UNDP), UNDP is committed to consolidate over a project cycle congruent with tow elections to work with the Government in the two upcoming elections ( 2011-2015).
The Project ( PMU) will work closely with UNDP Country Office in deepening democracy in Nigeria during the elections period. UNDP has reiterated its engagement in supporting the Nigerian Government in the reinforcement of capacity building in the objective cited above. The programme period will be covered for 5 years. In support of this initiative, UNDP is recruiting 2 Administrative Associates.
Position: Administrative Associate
Location: Abuja, NIGERIA
Application Deadline: 22-Jun-10
Additional Category: Democratic Governance
Type of Contract: Service Contract
Post Level: SB-3
Languages Required: English
Starting Date: 01-Aug-2010
Duration of Initial Contract: One year
Expected Duration of Assignment: Four years
This initiative will enable the Nigerian Government to work closely with Civil Society Organizations and other political key players in a six distinct and inter-related programming components such as:
1. Strengthening of National Assembly
2. Strengthening of Political Parties
3. Improvement of the Electoral Process
4. Increased Capacity and Performance of Civil Society
5. Reinforcing the role of the Media
6. Empowerment of Women
Duties and Responsibilities:
Summary of Key Functions:
• Implementation of operational strategies
• Support to effective and efficient functioning of the unit/project
• Support to administrative and logistical services
• Support to office maintenance and assets management
• Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing
Required Skills and Experience:
Education:
• Secondary education. Certification in administration desirable. University Degree in Business or Public Administration desirable, but it is not a requirement.
Experience:
• 3 years of relevant experience in administration or programme support service. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.). Experience in handling of web-based management systems
Language Requirements:
• Fluency in the English and one national language of the duty station.
For details and application: UNDP Nigeria Jobs: Administrative Associates (http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?job_id=17254)