This position is located in the Travel, Traffic and Local Transportation Unit, Division of Administration. The Administrative Assistant reports to the Chief of Division. Responsibilities Contract Management: Manages and supervises external services contracts for ECLAC Headquarters in Santiago. Prepares scope of work for the issuance of external services contracts; verifies that the documentation is complete and in accordance with UN Rules and Regulations; coordinates with other Units/Sections within ECLAC and prepares the technical evaluation criteria of proposals; participates in technical evaluations of solicitations, comparing and ensuring overall correctness of submissions/requirements; defines requirements with requesting office and drafts and writes-up solicitation documents including draft contracts prepared in consultation with ECLAC Legal Adviser. Conducts research using existing legal files, previous contracts and alternative sources.



Administers and supervises the commercial management activities of the cafeteria, dining services, gift‑shop and commercial bank branch located in ECLAC. Recommends amendments and extensions of contracts, and advises all parties concerned on contractual rights and obligations. Acts as a first‑line focal point and/or media liaison between the Organization and the outsourcing services, in order to facilitate the flow of information: Maintains active communications with external clients; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects/actions; Applies contingency actions when required; Supports and monitors appropriate implementation of needs related to commercial activities providers; Identifies and solves issues/problems as they arise, and determines appropriate actions; Designs or identifies new viable products/services, to be implemented or developed.

📌 Administrative Assistant (Santiago) (Chile)
🏢 United Nations
📍 Chile