United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is looking for a Trainee - Administration and Logistics (French-speaking)

Vacancy type: Trainee

Duration of the contract: 4 to 6 months

Indicative contract starting date: 01 June 2026

Deadline for submission of applications: 22 May 2026

Organizational Unit: Peace-making and Conflict Prevention Programme

Number of job positions: 1

Area of Specialization/Thematic Areas: Support in programme development,administration/logistics

Overview

The Programme in Peacemaking and Conflict Prevention Unit (PMCP) organizes training and knowledge-sharing seminars to strengthen capacities for the prevention and resolution of conflict. It conducts regular international training programmes for diplomats, regional organization representatives and UN staff, and training programmes at the regional level. The activities require a high level of organizational and detailed work responsibilities.

Responsibilities/Description of Professional Services/Learning Objectives

• Assist in the preparation and follow-up of several PMCP activities;
• Conduct assigned research and organize training materials for PMCP activities;
• Assist in proofreading and editing of PMCP documents;
• Assist in other tasks as requested by the supervisor.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the traineeship the incumbent will be able to:

• Describe the main steps related to project organization as they relate to capacity development programmes;
• Design a checklist with a timeline for the organization of capacity development programmes;
• Describe some of the methods used for monitoring and evaluation of programmes;
• Enumerate the important steps when conducting research on potential funding partners and foundations.

Measurable outputs/Deliverables/Schedule of Deliverables

• Checklist of logistics necessary for the organization of PMCP programmes designed in a clear and accurate manner before each of the main activities, and reviewed and refined after the event.
• Database for participants, resource persons and staff working in a training programme created and maintained with up-to-date information on a daily basis.
• All the documents proofread in a timely, careful and precise manner and approved by the supervisors.
• Smooth and timely action to respond to assignments in administration and logistics.

Performance Indicators for Evaluation of Results

• Assigned work delivered in a timely and precise manner;
• Assigned work related to training material conducted in a due and highly accurate manner;
• Routine work of PMCP understood and related assistance provided in a smooth manner.

Reporting structure

Daily reporting in writing to Senior Specialist, Peacemaking and Conflict Prevention Programme.

Minimum requirements

Educational qualification

A first or a second-level University degree in one of the following areas: law, administration, international relations.

The trainee should possess organizational, analytical and technical skills to assist with the organization and delivery of training activities and have a working knowledge of the MS Office package applications.

Language skill required

The trainee should be proficient in spoken and written English (mother tongue proficiency) and demonstrate excellent command of French.

Remarks

General conditions of UNITAR contracts for the service of Traineeship apply.

How to apply

Please submit your application along with a motivation letter as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.

Due to the high number of expected applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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