Assistant(e) administratif(ve)

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production , better nutrition , a better environment, and a better life , leaving no one behind.

The post is situated in the Representation of FAO in Guinea-Bissau, Bissau.

The incumbent will provide administrative support to the office, including coordinating and performing administrative tasks, providing support to management, and ensuring the smooth functioning of the office.

Main Duties

• Maintaining financial records and controlling office systems;
• Collecting, processing, and analyzing data;
• Verifying the availability of funds for all programs;
• Preparing administrative and financial correspondence;
• Maintaining detailed records of budget forecasts, obligations, and available balances;
• Producing reports on the budget status of office accounts;
• Maintaining local inventory records;
• Monitoring the receipt of government contributions and the transfer of ownership of Organization equipment;
• Liaising with local banks and financial institutions;
• Supporting the rationalization of procedures and practices and the introduction of new information technologies in the office;
• Supporting tasks related to personnel and equipment administration.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Once completed, please apply and submit your application, with language certificates as attachments. Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.