The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is a UN organization. The work of the UNFPA involves promotion of the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity. This is done through major national and demographic surveys and with population censuses. The data generated is used to create programmes to reduce poverty and address issues concerning the rights of particular minority population groups.
One of their aims is to ensure that "every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV and sexually transmitted diseases, and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect" . Their work involves the improvement of reproductive health; including creation of national strategies and protocols, and providing supplies and services to the these minority groups, as well as internal migrants/refugees, the elderly and the handicapped. The organization has recently been known for its worldwide campaign against obstetric fistula and female genital mutilation.
The UNFPA supports programs in more than 150 countries, territories and areas spread across four geographic regions: Arab States and Europe, Asia and the Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, and sub-Saharan Africa. Around three quarters of the staff work in the field. It is a member of the United Nations Development Group and part of its Executive Committee.
The UNFPA supports programs in more than 150 countries, territories and areas spread across four geographic regions: Arab States and Europe, Asia and the Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, and sub-Saharan Africa. Around three quarters of the staff work in the field. It is a member of the United Nations Development Group and part of its Executive Committee.
Job Vacancy at UNFPA in May 2012
UNFPA Indonesia is looking for national qualified candidates to fill in the following post based in Jakarta :
Executive Assistant to The Representative (ICS-6)
Position Requirements :
- Secondary education with specialized secretarial training; university degree would be desirable.
- 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in the public or private sector.
- Proficient in current office software applications.
- Excellent communication skill (written and verbal) in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
Position Responsibilities :
Ensures effective and efficient functioning of the Representative office, full confidentiality in all aspects of assignment, maintenance of protocol procedures, management of information flow and follow-up on deadlines and commitments made.
Ensures effective and efficient functioning of the Representative office, full confidentiality in all aspects of assignment, maintenance of protocol procedures, management of information flow and follow-up on deadlines and commitments made.
Competitive benefits such as pension, medical insurance, paternity/ maternity leave and annual leave will be offered according to the UN rules.
How to Apply ?
If you meet the above qualifications, please apply online at the provided link above before the due date on June 25th, 2012.
Only candidates with best qualifications will be invited for further process.