RESEARCH ASSISTANT (2 positions), G6

Job Overview

Posting Period: 24 March 2026 – 7 April 2026

Duty Station: GENEVA

Department: Joint Inspections Unit – Secretariat

Responsibilities

• Overall Process: Participate in team and inspector meetings, including external stakeholder meetings and missions outside Geneva. Prepare meeting notes and mission reports.
• Research, Analysis and Documentation: Conduct qualitative and quantitative research using appropriate technologies (e.g., MS Excel, AI). Assist in drafting interview guides, questionnaires, and surveys; consolidate and analyze findings. Present findings in concise, professional reports and data visualizations. Support drafting key documents by providing text, tables, graphs, and document lists. Maintain contact lists for interviewees.
• Administration: Prepare cost estimates for travel arrangements. Support recruitment of external consultants and interns. Track key project milestones.
• Communication with Stakeholders: Prepare notification letters and coordinate distribution. Send meeting invitations, track responses and monitor attendance. Compile correspondence and consolidate replies. Prepare letters for report distribution.
• Document Management: Create and organize document folders for internal and stakeholder use. Proofread and format documents in line with UN editorial rules. Liaise with editors and translators, providing required formats. Address editors' comments and facilitate final publication. Print, upload reports, and support related communication and outreach. Update information packages on participating organisations and follow up on events and decisions. Monitor acceptance and implementation of JIU recommendations. Participate in continuous quality‑assurance and improvement activities. Support internal and external JIU communication activities.

Competencies

• Professionalism: In-depth knowledge of UN system operations and strong research/analytical expertise; proficiency with data visualization tools; clear written communication; confidentiality, persistence, and commitment to gender equality.
• Teamwork: Collaborative approach, valuing others' input, prioritising team decisions.
• Planning & Organising: Goal orientation, prioritisation, resource allocation, risk management, and efficient time use.

Education

High‑school diploma or equivalent is required.

Work Experience

At least 7 years of research/analysis experience in oversight, strategic, financial, or operational analysis. Minimum of 5 years applies to candidates with a first‑level university degree. Experience in UN or similar international organisations, internal/external communication, drafting public documents, and stakeholder surveys is desirable.

Languages

Required: English – UN Level III (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking). Desirable: French – UN Level I.

Assessment

Evaluation may include an assessment exercise followed by a competency‑based interview.

Special Notice

Initial appointment term of 1 year with possibility of extension. Positions subject to local recruitment rules. Eligible applicants must be authorised to work in GENEVA; relocation expenses for outside applicants are the applicant’s responsibility. No allocation of national‑specific allowances on a local recruitment basis.

Equal Opportunities

The United Nations promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. All applicants will be considered fairly on the basis of qualifications and organisational needs.