Overview
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT Jobs in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea at FAO
Title: ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Company: FAO
Location: Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Partnership and Liaison Office (FAO PLO) in the Republic of Korea (ROK) was officially opened on 13 May 2019. The FAO PLO in ROK provides its full commitment and support for stronger country participation in FAO’s strategic framework and programme and enhancement of partnership and cooperation at primarily national, and also local, regional, interregional and global levels.
The FAO PLO in ROK communicates and cooperates with all FAO HQs divisions/offices and sub-regional and country offices, the Government agencies and all other partners in ROK, including the UN agencies, academies, and institutions, the private sector, and others in the service of FAO’s mandates and work.
The post is located in the FAO PLO in ROK, Seoul, ROK.
Reporting Lines
Under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative (FAOR) and the Director of FAO PLO in ROK, the administrative support assistant shall receive administrative and technical guidance from the Office Assistant. The incumbent shall report to the Office Assistant, and the FAOR and Director of FAO PLO in ROK as appropriate.
Technical Focus
Assist in administrative, operational, and coordination tasks to ensure the smooth functioning of office operations, including documentation management, meeting coordination, correspondence handling, and support to administrative and management processes in line with FAO rules and procedures.
Tasks And Responsibilities
- Assist in providing general administrative and office support services, including document processing, filing, and maintaining records in line with FAO standards and procedures.
- Support the organization and coordination of meetings, workshops, and events, including logistical arrangements, preparation of materials, and follow-up actions.
- Support administrative processes such as procurement follow-up, financial reports, travel arrangements, and coordination with relevant units for smooth office operations.
- Provide administrative support including hiring process for hiring national and international affiliate workforce, contract extensions, and requests for temporary staff, leave and attendance recording.
- Assist in compiling and organizing data and background materials for reports, briefs, and internal documentation.
- Assist in providing general logistical and coordination support to office staff and assist in day-to-day operational needs of the office.
- Assist in managing and keeping records of office assets and vehicle.
- Perform other related duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
- Secondary School Education
- A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in administrative, office, or management support work
- Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of English
- Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of Korean
- National of the Republic of Korea or resident in ROK with valid work permit.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
- Good knowledge of communication and documentation standards.
- Good knowledge of corporate computerized financial, travel, human resources systems and administrative procedures and policies.
- Good knowledge of the organizational structure.
- Very good knowledge of MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment.
- Holding of a driver’s licence is an asset.
Job Posting
24/Apr/2026
Closure Date
08/May/2026, 6:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit
FAROK
Job Type
Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition
PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Grade Level
N/A
Primary Location
Korea, Republic of-Seoul
Duration
6 MONTHS WITH POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION
Post Number
N/A
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- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
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- FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
- FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.
