Administration Senior Associate – Protocol & Government Liaison

About the role

The Administration Senior Associate will support efficient office operations for UNMAS Syria by providing protocol, government liaison, and administrative services. Working under the Senior Support Services Officer, the role ensures compliance with UNOPS policies while facilitating smooth interactions with Syrian ministries and authorities.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with government ministries, agencies, and local authorities to coordinate official correspondence and meetings.
• Process residency permits, VAT exemptions, and tax exemption approvals related to project delivery.
• Coordinate with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, immigration departments, airport authorities, and other relevant ministries.
• Establish and maintain monitoring tools, filing, and archiving systems for protocol and administrative records.
• Provide interpretation and translation support during high‑level meetings and field visits.
• Keep up‑to‑date contact details of ministries and local authorities, including documentation requirements.
• Brief international personnel on general administrative matters and support day‑to‑day office coordination.

Required profile

• Experience in protocol, government liaison, or administrative support within an international or humanitarian context.
• Familiarity with UNOPS rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to handle official documentation, residency permits, and tax exemption processes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to humanitarian mine action in Syria.
• Collaboration with UN agencies and Syrian government partners.
• Professional development within a multinational environment.