About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Global Shared Service Centre (GSSC) provides high-quality transaction recording, advisory, support, and human resources services to offices worldwide. In Kuala Lumpur, outposted GSSC personnel manage proximity-based recruitment and administration of local personnel. Under the direct supervision of the Recruitment Associate and overall guidance of the Recruitment Analyst, the Recruitment Assistant supports the transparent implementation of personnel recruitment for assigned Country Offices. The incumbent performs standard administrative processes and services ensuring high quality, accuracy, and consistency in service delivery while advising internal and external clients on HR guidelines and policies.
Salary and benefits
- National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-5) contract duration of 1 year
- Opportunity to work within a major international organization and United Nations agency
- Professional growth and continuous learning environment in human resources administration
Who can apply?
- Open to nationals of Malaysia
- Secondary education with a minimum of 5 years of relevant HR and/or administrative experience (preferably in recruitment), OR a bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences, International Relations, or related fields with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
- Advanced user of MS Office packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.)
- Proficiency in collaboration tools, digital platforms, and cloud-based management systems such as ERP
- Fluency in English (both written and verbal)
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Completed application form via the online recruitment portal
- Proof of education qualifications (secondary school certificate or bachelor's degree)
When to apply
- Date posted: September 23, 2026
- Application deadline: October 8, 2026
How to apply
- Review the vacancy announcement and verify eligibility requirements
- Access the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud portal via the provided link
- Complete the online application form and upload all required documents
- Submit your application before the closing date of October 8, 2026
Additional information
- UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.
- The position is classified as a National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-5) under a 1-year contract duration.
- UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates and may retain applications for similar positions.
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…
- Strong fit for administrative and HR professionals based in Malaysia looking to build a career within the United Nations system.
- Ideal for candidates with demonstrated experience in recruitment processes, cloud-based management systems, and client support.
- Well-suited for individuals with strong organizational skills who thrive in a multicultural, collaborative, and mission-driven environment.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is a 1-year fixed contract with no guaranteed permanent renewal beyond the stated duration.
- Eligibility is strictly restricted to nationals of Malaysia.
- Applicants must possess the mandatory years of relevant experience corresponding to their educational background.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain substantive international organization experience, enhance technical expertise in human resources management, and contribute to impactful global development programmes within UNDP.
Our take
Qualified nationals of Malaysia with relevant HR and administrative experience should seriously consider applying before the October 8, 2026 deadline. Those lacking the required years of experience or nationality should skip this opportunity.
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