Programme Assistant – 1 positions – LICA 5 – UNOPS – Mogadishu

The incumbent will provide support to the Office of the Director within the Department, focusing on day-to-day programme, financial, human resources, and administrative functions. Key responsibilities include monitoring expenditures and ensuring compliance with work plans, financial rules, and award agreements; reviewing contractual documents, issuing PTAEO numbers, earmarking funds, and verifying payment requests; preparing draft contracts for individuals or service providers; tracking contract extensions and renewal deadlines; maintaining and updating the Departmental HR plan; acting as the leave administrator; drafting routine and non-routine correspondence; finalizing reports for signature; analyzing incoming correspondence; and providing administrative and logistical support for meetings. The role also involves cross-checking obligating documents, monitoring fund availability, and alerting to shortfalls, as well as assisting with HR-administrative issues and managing office space. The incumbent will take minutes in Departmental meetings and provide support to other areas of work as assigned.

Completion of secondary school education or equivalent; at least 5 years of relevant experience; relevant experience in WHO or another UN agency is an asset; experience in Oracle-based or other ERP systems is an asset; very good knowledge of English and local languages; proficiency in word processing or other standard office software; training in Oracle-based or other ERP systems is an asset.