Current vacancies
UN jobs in Dakar (RB), Senegal 🇸🇳
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Dakar (RB), Senegal, Senegal. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 2
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- Jun 04, 2026
Latest open roles
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Senior Administrative Assistant
UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇸🇳 Dakar (RB), Senegal
The Senior Administrative Assistant provides high-level administrative support to a UNHCR office, working under the supervision of more senior staff. Key responsibilities include processing personnel records, managing staff travel and visas, organizing meetings and events, maintaining office supplies and equipment, drafting correspondence, managing calendars and appointments, and supporting administrative and financial reporting. The role requires strong organizational, communication, and IT skills, with proficiency in UN/UNHCR administrative procedures and systems. The position is temporary, with a duration of six months, and requires a high school diploma with 2 years of relevant experience or a bachelor's degree with 1 year of relevant experience. The candidate must be detail-oriented, discreet, and able to manage multiple priorities while ensuring compliance with internal controls and donor requirements.
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HR Associate
UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇸🇳 Dakar (RB), Senegal
The HR Associate supports UNHCR's People Strategy by providing operational HR support in field operations, including recruitment, assignments, workforce planning, and talent acquisition. Key responsibilities include administering local staff recruitment, maintaining personnel records, supporting onboarding and offboarding processes, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. The role involves working with diverse teams across multiple countries in West Africa, supporting the implementation of HR initiatives that promote organizational culture change, inclusion, and diversity. The position requires maintaining confidentiality, providing duty of care support, and assisting with emergency response procedures. The HR Associate works under supervision but operates independently on regular assignments, supporting HR administrative tasks and contributing to a people-centric organizational culture.
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Top organisations
- UN High Commissioner for Refugees 2
Top countries
- Senegal 2
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