SVN-2026-08 RMU Assistant

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Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental,

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Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), UN Volunteers with at least twelve (12) months of continuous service in IOM, and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the direct supervision of the National Resources Management Officer (NRMO), and in close coordination with relevant colleagues within the Resources Management Unit (RMU) and other units of IOM Hungary, the incumbent will provide junior-level administrative and clerical support, primarily in procurement, as well as in office administration, document management and basic IT support.

Assist with routine procurement activities in accordance with IOM rules, procedures and established workflows.
Provide clerical and administrative support for the preparation and processing of procurement documentation, including purchase requisitions, requests for quotations, purchase orders and other supporting documents, as applicable.
Assist in maintaining vendor information and documentation and support vendor registration processes, as required.
Support the maintenance and regular updating of procurement records, trackers and electronic filing systems.
Support the preparation and organization of documentation required for procurement reviews, audits and other compliance checks.
Provide general clerical and administrative support to the RMU in connection with the day-to-day operations of the Mission, including routine correspondence, document preparation, data entry, scanning, copying and filing.
Support the maintenance of office-related records, inventories and administrative trackers, and assist with routine arrangements related to office supplies, equipment and service providers.
Provide basic first-line administrative support for routine IT equipment and user requests, and refer technical issues requiring specialised intervention to the appropriate IT support channel.
Provide basic assistance with commonly used office applications, printers and meeting-room equipment.
Assist with maintaining records and inventories of IT equipment and accessories, including the preparation, issuance, allocation, return and collection of equipment for staff members, newcomers and separating personnel.
Assist with the organisation and filing of IT-related documentation, forms, inventories and handover records.
Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology or a related field from an accredited academic institution.
No previous work experience is required.

Previous internship or volunteer experience in administration, procurement, logistics, document management or IT support is an advantage but is not required.
Experience in an international or multicultural environment is an advantage

Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail;

Ability to maintain accurate records and organize documentation systematically;

Ability to follow established procedures and instructions accurately;

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams;

Basic knowledge of office IT equipment and applications is an advantage;

Ability and willingness to learn procurement and administrative procedures and relevant corporate systems;

Good communication and interpersonal skills;

Client-oriented and service-minded approach; and

Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish)

For this position, flunecy in English and Hungarian is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of another IOM official language is an advantage.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

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