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Delivering high-quality administrative support and coordination to facilitate the effective work of the CREWS Secretariat. Background The Climate Risk and Early Warning Systems (CREWS) Initiative is a specialized financing mechanism supporting Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Explicit requirements include proficiency in the following competencies. Appears limited to nationally recruited or locally authorized candidates.
Last checked: 3 hours ago
Closing date: Friday, 26 June 2026
Country: Switzerland
Duty station: Geneve, Switzerland
Contract type: TA Local
Grade: Not specified
Applicant eligibility: Local / national only
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Background
The Climate Risk and Early Warning Systems (CREWS) Initiative is a specialized financing mechanism supporting Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
The CREWS Secretariat, hosted by the WMO, is established to support the work of the Steering Committee and is accountable to the Steering Committee for the performance of its functions. It is composed of a small team of professional and administrative staff led by a Director.
The position of Administrative Assistant will be part of the CREWS Secretariat and reporting directly to the Director of CREWS and will support the administrative functions of the team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
A minimum of five years of experience in administrative services, finance, accounting, audit, human resources or related area. Knowledge of UN administrative rules and regulations is desirable.
Other Requirements:
Languages:
Excellent knowledge of English (both oral and written). Knowledge of other official languages of the Organization would be an advantage.
(Note: The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.)
Competencies
The Administrative Assistant must demonstrate individual-level proficiency in the following competencies:
Salary and Allowances
The position is funded from the staff common cost.
Annual net base salary on initial appointment and after deduction for staff assessment is: CHF 79,603
Additional Information:
WMO is committed to achieving diversity and a balanced workforce. Applications are welcome from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. The statutory retirement age is 65. Pursuant to WMO Standing Instructions, the minimum age to be eligible for consideration for vacant positions is 18, and the maximum age must enable the candidate to serve for at least the term of the contract before reaching mandatory age of separation.
Probation
Possibility of renewal subject to the availability of funds and pending satisfactory performance after an initial probationary period of one year which can be extended up to a maximum of two years.
Applications:
Applications should be made online through the WMO e-recruitment system.
Do not send your application via multiple routes. WMO no longer accepts applications via post or email. Only applicants for whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written test and/or an interview.
Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority
WMO does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
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