Staff Assistant
Office of Administration of Justice · NEW YORK · G-5 · Apply by November 11, 2026
About this role
Org. Setting and Reporting The UNDT hears and decides cases filed by or on behalf of current and former staff members appealing administrative decisions alleged to be in non-compliance with their terms of appointment or contract of employment. The UNDT conducts hearings, issues orders, and renders binding judgments. Both staff members and the Administration have a right to appeal the judgments of the Dispute Tribunal to the United Nations Appeals Tribunal. The position is under the overall supervision of the Principal Registrar and reporting directly to a Legal Officer in the New York Registry (First Reporting Officer) and to the Registrar in New York (Second Reporting Officer). This position is located in the Office of Administration of Justice (OAJ) and specifically in the Registry of the United Nations Dispute Tribunal (UNDT) in New York. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, and depending on location, Staff Assistants at this level may be responsible for the following duties: • Performs the full range of office management and administrative support functions; typically provides direct assistance to a senior officer or manager responsible for a major programme, such as…