Organization: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
Location: Juba, South Sudan (Non-family duty station)
Contract Type: Recruit from Roster (Only open to pre-approved candidates)
Application Deadline: As per UN Careers Portal
Language Requirement: Fluency in English
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is looking for a Senior Administrative Officer to work in its Office of the Director of Mission Support (DMS) in Juba. The selected person will report directly to the Director and play a key leadership role in managing administrative and support functions across the mission.
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Administrative Officer will support the Director of Mission Support in overseeing the planning and smooth running of key areas, such as:
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Advising the Director on administrative and financial matters, policies, and procedures.
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Managing and reviewing work plans and evaluating how support services are delivered across the Mission.
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Providing reports, recommendations, and expert analysis on human resources, finance, procurement, ICT, and logistics.
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Preparing detailed reports and briefing materials, often on complex or sensitive issues.
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Supporting the Director during audits, reviews, or major investigations.
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Contributing to emergency response planning, project management, and coordination with other UN entities.
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Drafting UN internal policies, decision briefs, and official agreements such as MOUs or service-level agreements with external partners.
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Serving as a key liaison between the Director’s office and other UN offices, government authorities, and stakeholders.
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Overseeing the work of key administrative boards and ensuring implementation of their recommendations.
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Managing performance reviews and development plans for administrative staff.
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Ensuring compliance with UN rules on financial reporting, accountability, and gender equality in all tasks.
Competencies Required
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Professionalism: Strong knowledge of administrative and financial operations. Ability to provide expert advice and apply UN rules correctly.
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Communication: Clear, effective, and diplomatic communicator. Listens well and shares important updates.
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Planning and Organizing: Excellent at setting goals, managing time and resources, and adjusting plans to meet changing needs.
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Performance Management: Can supervise others well, monitor progress, provide feedback, and support staff development.
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Judgment/Decision-Making: Makes sound decisions based on evidence, facts, and impact analysis.
Required Qualifications
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Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s) in Business/Public Administration, Finance, Law, or a related area. A Bachelor’s degree with two extra years of experience may also be accepted.
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Experience:
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At least 10 years of experience in administrative areas such as finance, HR, procurement, or legal affairs.
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5 years at the international level, preferably with the UN or another international organization.
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Experience in writing high-level reports and official documents is essential.
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Must have managed agreements with external agencies (e.g., MOUs, service contracts).
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Familiarity with handling complex situations in international field settings is expected.
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Background in using ERP systems like SAP is desirable.
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Prior experience working in UN field operations is an added advantage.
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Special Notes
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Only applicants already listed on the relevant UN Roster are eligible to apply.
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This position is a non-family duty station, which means dependents cannot be accommodated.
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The UN encourages female candidates to apply.
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The successful candidate is expected to relocate and take up duty if selected.
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The UN does not charge any fees during any part of the recruitment process.
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