OFFICE OF THE UNITED NATIONS HIGH COMMISSIONER FOR REFUGEES (UNHCR)
Prepares correspondence for signature, checking enclosures and addresses, and draft correspondence on routine matters
Arranges appointments/meetings both internal and external, some involving high ranking officials, receives visitors, places and screen telephone calls, responds to routine request for information and take notes at meetings as and when required
Types wide variety of material from drafts, printed texts and dictating machines using a word processor, proof-reads for correctness, and maintains office records and reference files on various subjects
Assists in making travel arrangements
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY NOTE
TITLE OF POST: SECRETARY
POSITION NUMBER: 10016953
LOCATION: UNHCR BRANCH OFFICE, ABUJA
SECTION: ADMINISTRATION
DATE OF ENTRY ON DUTY: 1 MARCH 2011
CATEGORY AND LEVEL: GL4
CLOSING DATE: 8 FEBRUARY 2011
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND SKILLS:
Completion of Secondary Education with certificate/training in Secretarial Studies or other related field
JOB EXPERIENCE
Previous job experience and job experience relevant to the function – 2 years
LANGUAGE
A very good knowledge of English and local language required
DESIRABLE SKILLS & COMPETENCES
Communication skills
Computer skills
Writing skills
TO APPLY
IMPORTANT
If you wish to be considered for the post, please address your application to the representative, UNHCR, Brach Office Abuja (UN House, Central Area District) to reach not later than 28 January 2011.