Programme Management Assistant

GloJobs; Genf; On-site; CHF 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OHCHR in Geneva seeks a Programme Management Assistant to support planning and implementation of a major departmental programme. You will help coordinate planning activities and prepare documentation to move projects forward.

You will also research and summarize data on programmes and projects, and monitor the status of proposals to ensure timely approvals. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work with diverse teams in an international setting.

Responsibilities

• Supports planning and implementation of a large programme component.
• Researches and summarizes information on programmes and projects.
• Assists in coordinating planning and monitors status of proposals for approval.

Job description

Programme Management Assistant at OHCHR

Grade: G-6. Location: Geneva, Switzerland. Application deadline: 28 October 2026.

Within limits of delegated authority and depending on location, the Programme Assistant may be responsible for the following duties:

• Provides assistance in support of planning and implementation activities/processes for, typically, a large and highly complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives.
• Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/project and related topics.
• Assists in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation; monitors status of programme/project proposals; takes necessary action to ensure project documents are completed and submitted to relevant parties for approval.