Administrative Officer

About the role

The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Regional Hub for the Americas is seeking an Administrative Officer to support its operations in Panama City. Reporting to the Regional Representative, the officer will work under the oversight of Programme Support and Management Services in Geneva.

Key responsibilities

• Human Resource Management – coordinate recruitment, onboarding, performance appraisal, staff well‑being and training, ensuring consistent application of UN rules and procedures.
• Budget and Finance – lead implementation of the work programme, manage financial resources in line with the programme budget, improve budget reporting systems, and ensure accounting controls comply with UN policy.
• General Administration – oversee procurement, billing, income receipt, travel arrangements, vendor contract monitoring, office space planning, and technology maintenance.
• Provide guidance and leadership to junior staff and supervise financial administration matters.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of UN administrative, budgetary, financial and human‑resource policies and procedures.
• Analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research, identify issues and formulate recommendations.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain professionalism in stressful situations.
• Commitment to gender equality and inclusive participation.

Required skills

• Application of United Nations administrative rules and regulations.
• Budget reporting and financial management oversight.
• Procurement and vendor contract management.
• Human‑resource coordination and staff support.