United Nations vacancies in Ondo, Nigeria

July 15, 2010 by Bunmi Awolusi

Serve as the front officer for the PMU, maintain diary, schedule appointments, receive and channel phone calls.
Assist establish records and office management systems based on best practices.
Assist follow up and ensure timely action on correspondences.
Assist make arrangements for meetings.
Filing and maintaining of proper filing and mailing systems.
Maintain and update stakeholders’ database detailing names, addresses and phone numbers.
Provide other clerical services as directed by the Programme Manager.
S/he should also be fluent in both written and spoken English; proven skills and experience in using standard office software such as Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, and Access) and demonstrable speed-typing skills.
The Administrative Assistant should have at least a diploma or degree in management or related fields. S/he should have a minimum of 5 years of functionally related professional experience in administrative management.

The role of Team Leader is to serve as the focal point for the Millennium Villages Project at the Cluster Program level for the Millennium Villages Management Team (MVMT). Within this context, the Team Leader will be responsible to ensure that all project related program and financial management activities are in accordance with approved annual work plans, budgets and procurement plans.

Demonstrated ability to successfully conduct research and manage projects in remote rural location with minimum supervision.
Must have quality research and data management experience. • Excellent writing, interpersonal, computer and communication skills.
Must be able to function independently and to exercise discretion and judgment in sensitive and potentially controversial matters.
Must have excellent organizational skills, be a team player and detail-oriented.
Strong analytical skills, with financial analysis skills a definite advantage
Masters degree in public administration, business administration, international development, economics or related field
At least 5 years of international development and/or operational experience in Africa, preferably in Western Africa
Significant experience working with development agencies and local government leaders on economic development activities with excellent understanding of sustainable development.
Excellent project management skills including monitoring and evaluation
Previous experience in MDG related activities is an added advantage

For more details about the job description, competencies and how to apply, visit http://www.ng.undp.org/jobs.shtml