Administration & Procurement Specialist (11-Month Contract)

UNITAR

Genf

On-site

CHF 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

UNITAR invites applications for an Individual Contractor position in Geneva for Administration, Procurement, and Project Support within the Social Development Programme. The contract runs for 11 months, with a vacancy type of Consultant/Individual Contractor and a deadline of 11 October 2026.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, at least two years of relevant experience, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field.
  • Minimum two years of relevant experience in administration, procurement, logistics or project support.
  • Fluency in English; strong computer skills; ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support the coordination and implementation of SDP projects, activities and workshops.
  • Provide regular updates on administrative procedures including CDL process.
  • Support procurement, prepare required documentation per UNITAR guidelines.
  • Identify vendors, collect quotations, and coordinate with stakeholders during procurement.
  • Prepare and submit Purchase Requests for goods/services (IT equipment, stationery, venues, catering, etc.).
  • Maintain tracking of invoices; follow up on pending invoices and ensure timely payment.
  • Coordinate logistics for training activities and workshops.

Skills

Procurement
Administration
Project support
Communication
Planning & organizing

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration / public administration / related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

UNITAR invites applications for an Individual Contractor position in Geneva for Administration, Procurement, and Project Support within the Social Development Programme. The contract runs for 11 months, with a vacancy type of Consultant/Individual Contractor and a deadline of 11 October 2026.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, at least two years of relevant experience, and fluency in English.

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