Project Management Assistant (Local)

About the role

The Project Management Assistant will support the Office of the Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary‑General (ODSRSG) in Pristina. Reporting to the Special Assistant to the DSRSG, the role focuses on establishing a Project Management Office (PMO) and providing operational, administrative and data‑management support for UNMIK programmes and projects.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and operationalising the PMO Cell within the ODSRSG office.
• Develop and maintain PMO workstreams, systems, processes and reporting mechanisms.
• Provide day‑to‑day administrative and programme support for planning, implementation, coordination and monitoring of projects.
• Support project managers in execution, fund tracking, compliance and issue resolution.
• Collect, organise, analyse and report data related to programme and project activities.
• Maintain electronic and physical records in line with United Nations standards.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Secondary/high‑school diploma with training in administration or project management.
• Minimum eight years of experience in programme/project implementation, administration or data management.
• Experience in an international or multi‑stakeholder environment is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural setting.

Required skills

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as Umoja.