We have an excellent opportunity for a Programme Assistant to join the Human Rights Unit within our Governance and Peace Directorate (GPD).
Other responsibilities entailed in this role include (but are not limited to):
- Acting as the initial contact for enquiries from Commonwealth High Commissions, international organisations and the general public on HRU related issues;
- Processing payments, maintaining documentation and continuously monitoring project expenditure and mobilised resources; maintaining HRU’s tracking system for payments, and following up on funding issues with the relevant stakeholders;
- Providing operational and logistical support to HRU in relation to all events and missions, both in London and overseas;
- Co-ordinating and compiling materials for the preparation of briefs for the Secretary-General, Deputy Secretary-General, Senior Management and the Adviser and Head – HRU, specifically in relation to HRU work.
To be considered, you will need to have qualifications to “A” Level, or equivalent vocational qualification(s). You will also need at least three years’ experience in administrative work and with financial management, gained within an international organisation. You will also need to be highly experienced in the use of Microsoft Office, especially in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Candidates with a university degree in Business/Public Administration or a related field will have an added advantage.
The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 56 member governments and provides guidance on policy making, technical assistance and advisory services to Commonwealth member countries. We support governments to help achieve sustainable, inclusive and equitable development.
To join us, you must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country and have the right to live and work in the UK.
Please apply by submitting a CV and cover letter. Covering letters should be structured to address the key criteria required in the Person Specification, giving clear examples.