Vacancy no.: BEY/DC/2026/02
Publication date: 22 January 2026
Application deadline (midnight local time): 04 February 2026
Job ID: 13472
Department: RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut
Organization Unit: RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut
Location: Doha
Contract type: Fixed Term
Contract duration: One year
Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.
In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.
The following are eligible to apply:
ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations. External candidates**The recruitment process for General Service positions is subject to specific local recruitment criteria. The ILO may only offer a contract to persons who have a valid Qatari ID or work permit in Qatar.
The ILO values diversity among its staff and welcomes applications from qualified female candidates. We also encourage applicants with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org.
Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.
*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade. The entry level salary for this position is 192612 (QAR) yearly.
The ILO’s technical cooperation project in the State of Qatar began in 2018. Phase 1 (2018-2021) saw the introduction of a series of significant changes in law and policy to enhance the protection of the rights of migrant workers. Phase 2 (2021-2024) supported the implementation of the new legal and policy framework. The third phase of the project (2024-2027) will focus on consolidating these efforts and will also address a number of priorities that are emerging from the 3rd National Development Strategy, and the changing dynamics of the labour market in Qatar.
A number of the labour-related policy priorities identified in the National Development Strategy relate to the type of workforce that Qatar wants and needs, and include, inter alia, increasing the presence of nationals in the private sector, bolstering the number of women in the workforce, increasing the proportion of skilled workers, and attracting and retaining talent. Moreover, the protection of the rights of workers remains a priority. In that regard, implementing the labour laws and policies of the country requires effective labour market institutions that monitor working conditions and promote safe and healthy workplaces, that resolve disputes in a fair and timely manner, that review and adjust the minimum wage, that enable social dialogue, etc.
Given Qatar’s commitment to multilateralism and active role in the United Nations, the ILO is also building and expanding strategic partnerships with Qatari development partners to advance the decent work and social justice agenda in the region and globally, and also further enhancing cooperation with the large and growing UN presence in Doha.
Within the policy and procedural requirements established by the ILO and the 3rd phase of the Technical Cooperation Project for the State of Qatar, as a team member, the incumbent provides a variety of general office support services, completing a range of standard support tasks in an efficient, effective and client-oriented manner. Such tasks contribute to the timely and effective functioning of business operations and may encompass duties related to correspondence preparation, document preparation, database maintenance, meetings support, travel, registry and/or mail services. The incumbent is required to use standard office equipment and the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to process transactions. Work is governed by established rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines governing operational areas.
Reporting lines:
The Project Support Assistant will be located in the ILO Country Office in Doha. Under the overall responsibility of the Country Office Director for the State of Qatar, the Project Support Assistant will report to the Finance & Operations Officer in Doha. The incumbent will work closely with technical specialists and the project team.
Completion of secondary school education. First level university degree is an advantage.
At least three years’ experience in general office management and clerical support work.
Familiarity with ILO policies and procedures including experience working with officials of ministries of labour would be an advantage.
Experience working in the Arab region and/or with government institutions, social partners, or UN/international organizations is an advantage.
Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of Arabic.
The applicant must have a valid Qatari ID or a work permit to reside and work in Qatar.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit the ILO Jobs website. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
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