The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations’ global development network.  UNDP advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. The UNDP provides expert advice, training, grant support to developing countries including Uganda with increasing emphasis on assistance to the least developed countries.

• Quickly respond to all incoming calls and transfer them to the relevant staff members and make outgoing calls upon request by staff members;
• Receive and transmit verbal and written messages to relevant staff members;
• Receive, screen, and assist visitors by giving them direction and/of information;
• Render support with registry tasks and keep close collaboration with the Assistant in charge of the Registry;
• Assist with scheduling of appointments.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• The best candidate should have attained prior training as a Receptionist and/or Secretary or Customer care or Personal Assistant.
• At least three years of relevant experience;
• Past work experience with any international organization or Diplomatic Mission is an asset.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English;
• Knowledge of the Local Language is an asset.

• Demonstrate and safeguard ethics and integrity;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;

• Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment;
• Ability to work in multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

• Excellent communication skills;
• Facilitate and encourage open communication and strive for effective communication.

• Stay composed and positive even in difficult moments, handle tense situations with diplomacy and tact, and have a consistent behavior towards others.

• Encourage learning and sharing of knowledge;
• Sound knowledge and practice of secretarial functions.

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