Staff Assistant
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structure · NEW YORK · G-5 · Apply by October 29, 2026
About this role
Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the regional political-operational structure of the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations (DPPA-DPO), in the Northern Africa Division. The Northern Africa Division is tasked with monitoring and reporting on major developments in the countries under its purview, and recommending actions for addressing the related challenges, risks, and threats. The Staff Assistant will work under the supervision of a Senior Political Affairs Officer/Team Leader. Responsibilities Within limits of delegated authority, the Staff Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Performs, under minimal supervision, a full range of office management and administrative support functions (e.g. leave plan coordination, meeting organization, reservations, office supply and equipment orders, etc.), including preparing and/or processing of administrative requests/documents (e.g., travel requests, expense claims, vouchers, visa applications, etc.); • Provides administrative assistance to the Team; • Monitors processes and schedules related to the Team’s outputs, products, tasks, etc.; • Ensures a smooth and…