Administrative Assistant (Fiji Nationals only

Job Identification (Reference Number): 27126
Position Title: Administrative Assistant
Duty Station City: Suva
Duty Station Country: Fiji
Grade: G-4
Contract Type: One-Year Fixed Term
Recruiting Type: General Service
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 12 months
Closing date: 09 July 2026

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Fiji and direct supervision of the Head of Resources Management; the incumbent will be responsible for local administrative tasks and assistance, as well as logistical support that contributes to the work of the Field Office in collaboration with implementing partners and/or counterparts.

1. Arrange appointments for the supervisor, receive visitors, place and screen telephone calls and respond to routine requests for information;

2. Provide office, administrative and logistics support to meetings, committees, conferences, etc.;

3. Review, record, distribute and process incoming mail and correspondence; follow-up on pending actions;

4. Respond or draft responses to standard/ routine correspondence and other communications; use word processing package to produce a wide variety of large, complex documents and reports;

5. Proofread documents and format texts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation and style, as well as for adherence to established standards;

6. Initiate general administrative tasks in the computerized financial / travel / human resources systems;

7. Make travel and hotel arrangements and prepare travel authorizations/claims for staff as required;

8. Provide assistance in the administrative processing of vacancy notices and consultants' contracts;

9. Research, compile and organize information and reference materials from various sources for reports; create spreadsheets and presentations; manage and update databases for mailing lists and other information; and maintain electronic and paper files; and,

10. Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High school diploma with four years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related fields from an accredited institution with two years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; 

• Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way; 

• Discreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things; and, 

• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. 

   

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,

• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.

• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 1

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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