UNDP Home-Based Human Resources Assistant Job 2026

Overview

The United Nations Development Programme is seeking candidates for a Home-Based Human Resources Assistant position. This full_time opportunity is offered under a National Personnel Service Agreement with an initial contract duration of six months. The selected individual will contribute to personnel administration, recruitment support, contract processing, payroll coordination, and operational support for projects and entities within the United Nations system.

Who can apply

Applicants must meet the minimum education and experience requirements and demonstrate fluency in Portuguese. A working knowledge of English is desirable. Candidates with secondary education need at least four years of relevant work experience in areas such as recruitment, personnel administration, contract administration, payroll, or benefits management. Alternatively, applicants holding a bachelor degree in Business Administration, Psychology, Human Resources, Humanities, Communications, Social Sciences, or a related field must have at least one year of relevant work experience.

Requirements

Candidates must possess computer skills and experience using standard office software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Desirable technical skills include familiarity with recruitment processes, personnel contract management, report preparation, maintaining HR documentation, and utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning systems with a focus on HR modules. Applicants must submit their applications through the official recruitment portal using job identification number 37519.

Key dates

The application deadline is 10 November 2026.