About the opportunity
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is seeking a Project Support Assistant (Grade G4) for a one-year fixed-term contract based in Gaza. Working within the RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut department and reporting to the ILO office representative in Jerusalem alongside the National Project Coordinator in Gaza, the successful candidate will assist in planning, organizing, and implementing project activities. Responsibilities include drafting correspondence, supporting meetings and workshops, preparing procurement and tendering documentation, managing administrative travel arrangements, maintaining filing systems, and processing transactions in IRIS. Technical cooperation appointments do not carry expectations of career conversion within the ILO.
Salary and benefits
- One-year fixed-term contract (Grade G4)
- Entry-level salary of 160,655 ILS yearly for external candidates (at the first step of this grade)
- Paid employment with the International Labour Organization
Who can apply?
- Completion of secondary school education
- At least three years of experience in general office management and clerical support work
- Excellent knowledge of English and good working knowledge of Arabic
- Open to ILO internal candidates and external candidates subject to local recruitment criteria
- Qualified female candidates and applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Required documents
- Online application form
When to apply
- Publication date: 28 August 2026
- Application deadline: 10 September 2026 (midnight local time)
How to apply
- Visit the ILO Jobs website
- Complete the online application form following the system's instructions
Additional information
- Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and do not carry expectations of renewal or conversion.
- The ILO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Candidates unable to complete the online application due to a disability can email ilojobs@ilo.org.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates with at least three years of experience in general office management and clerical support
- Individuals with excellent English and good working knowledge of Arabic
- Applicants seeking a structured, one-year fixed-term administrative role in Gaza
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a one-year fixed-term contract with no expectation of career conversion or renewal
- The position is based on-site in Gaza, requiring local presence
- Applicants should verify local recruitment criteria as this is a G4 grade position
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position serves as a solid entry point for professionals looking to gain experience within a major international organization. It is well-suited for someone aiming to build their administrative and project support skills in a humanitarian or development context over the course of a year.
Our take
This role is a great fit for experienced administrative support staff in the region. It is less suitable for those seeking long-term career progression or permanent status within the ILO.
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