Mail Clerk – Local IC Hire (Vienna)

About the role

The United Nations Office at Vienna is seeking a Mail Clerk on a local IC hire basis. The role involves preparing outgoing mail, applying correct postage and cancellations, and ensuring timely dispatch to UNPA customers and offices.

Key responsibilities

• Affix correct postage and apply standard or special cancellations according to UN postal rules.
• Maintain accurate records of the number and weight of incoming and outgoing mail, including monthly registers of registered mail.
• Prepare and deposit outgoing mail with Austrian Post or the UNOV Mailroom for dispatch.
• Provide statistical information and reports as required by the Mail Operations Supervisor.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; limited relevant work experience.
• Professionalism, client‑orientation and accountability.
• Flexibility to work on varying days.
• Fluency in English and German; knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of UNPA philatelic products.
• Good knowledge of postal rules and regulations.
• Manual handling skills for stamps and philatelic items.