Common Services Associate

About the role

The Common Services Associate supports UNDP’s coordination of shared operational and logistical services across UN agencies. Working within the country office, the role ensures efficient administration of common premises, budget preparation, cost recovery and service delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Advise UNDP management on all matters related to common services and prepare the annual work plan for approval.
• Maintain and update key documents such as MOUs, building blueprints, contracts, energy consumption records and budget arrangements.
• Provide secretariat support to the Operations Management Team, including meeting scheduling, minute taking and task follow‑up.
• Ensure quality control by promoting standardized forms and procedures for common‑services clients.
• Prepare regular business reports on service performance, cost trends and resource utilisation.
• Liaise with government departments, UN agencies and contractors on premises‑related issues.
• Assist agencies in the preparation and monitoring of the annual common‑services budget.

Required profile

• Experience in administrative coordination within an international or multilateral environment.
• Proven ability to supervise staff and manage documentation.
• Strong analytical skills for budgeting, reporting and performance monitoring.
• Excellent communication and liaison skills with diverse stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a high‑impact UN development mission.
• Collaboration with multiple UN agencies and government partners.
• Professional development in international public administration.