ASISTENTE ADMINISTRATIVA - FINANCIERA, DE GESTIÓN DE RECURSOS Y PROCESOS OPERATIVOS DEL PROYECTO ECHO 2025-2027.

Organizational Context

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the UN agency dedicated to sexual and reproductive health and rights. This role supports the ECHO 2025-2027 project in Ecuador, based in Quito. The position operates within the framework of UNFPA's mandate to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.

Job Purpose

The Administrative Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operational, financial, and resource management of the ECHO 2025-2027 project. This position is vital for supporting project activities, managing administrative processes, and contributing to the overall success of UNFPA's initiatives in Ecuador. By providing essential administrative and financial support, the incumbent helps to optimize resource utilization and facilitate the effective implementation of project objectives, ultimately contributing to UNFPA's mission.

Responsibilities

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for managing and overseeing the operational, financial, and resource management aspects of the ECHO 2025-2027 project. This includes ensuring efficient administrative processes, managing procurement and logistics, and handling financial administration. The role involves budget monitoring, financial reporting, and maintaining accurate financial records. Additionally, the incumbent will manage human resources-related administrative tasks and ensure compliance with project and organizational procedures. Effective management of physical and digital files, along with clear communication and adherence to administrative protocols, are key duties. The position also requires supporting virtual work platforms and communication tools.

Work Experience

A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in operational, administrative, and/or financial functions, preferably within development project contexts. Experience in procurement, logistics, human resources, and financial administration for multi-stakeholder projects is required. Experience in budget monitoring and financial reporting is also necessary.

Skills

Proficiency in Google Suite, email, and virtual work platforms. Knowledge of procurement and contracting regulations. Strong organizational skills, clear writing ability, and adherence to administrative procedures. Advanced English language skills are required, in addition to native Spanish proficiency.

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