Individual Contractor – Administrative Assistant

About the role

The Economic Commission for Africa seeks an Individual Contractor to provide operational and administrative support for Africa Hall. The role ensures smooth delivery of meetings, events, visitor activities and other facility requirements over a six‑month contract.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate day‑to‑day Africa Hall activities, including meetings, events and visitor‑related services.
• Maintain operational schedules, trackers and checklists to support facility functioning.
• Monitor service requests, follow up on pending actions and flag delays or risks.
• Assist with procurement, requisitions, invoice review and record management related to Africa Hall operations.
• Prepare background information, meeting notes and action points for operational meetings.

Required profile

• High school diploma; office administrative knowledge is an advantage.
• Minimum seven years of progressively responsible experience in administration, operations, facilities or conference support.
• Experience in the United Nations system or another international organization is desirable.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Amharic desirable; French or another UN language is a plus.