Programme Management Officer, Administration (P-3) - UN OVRA - New York

Programme Management Officer, Administration

Recruiter: United Nations - Office of the Victims’ Rights Advocate

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About the Office of the Victims’ Rights Advocate (OVRA)

The United Nations Office of the Victims’ Rights Advocate (OVRA) leads a system-wide effort to ensure that the rights and dignity of victims of sexual exploitation and abuse by UN personnel are at the forefront of the UN's response. The OVRA works to build trust with victims and provide them with access to assistance and support, ensuring a victim-centered approach across the UN system.

Job Summary

The UN Office of the Victims’ Rights Advocate seeks a Programme Management Officer at the P-3 level for a temporary position in New York. Reporting to the Victims’ Rights Advocate/ASG, the incumbent will be responsible for coordinating activities related to budget and funding, participating in the development and implementation of office projects, supporting donor relations and fundraising efforts for the Trust Fund in Support of Victims of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, preparing written outputs, and assisting with recruitment. This role requires a Master's degree, at least five years of experience in programme management or administration, and experience in social development or human rights.

Job Opening ID: 259182

Job Network: Management and Administration

Category and Level: Professional and Higher Categories, P-3

Duty Station: New York, USA

Contract Type: Temporary Appointment (364 days with possibility of extension)

Remuneration: Aligned with UN P-3 grade in New York. (Estimated range: USD 6,000 - USD 8,500 per month net, subject to official UN scales, post adjustment, and benefits).

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Programme Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

• Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (donor relations, work programme, programme budget, etc).
• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of projects undertaken by the Office, including the recruitment of consultants, procurement, and monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation.
• Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
• Supports the Office’s donor relations and fundraising efforts, finds funding opportunities and submits proposals, manages partnership agreements, and oversight and reporting requirements.
• Supports the Senior Victims’ Rights Officers in the formulation of projects for submission to the Trust Fund in Support of Victims of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.
• Liaises and coordinates with the Conduct and Discipline Service of the Department of Management, Strategy, Policy and Compliance in the preparation of project proposals for the Trust Fund.
• Prepares various written outputs, e.g., draft background papers, briefing notes, presentations to internal and external partners.
• Supports recruitment processes of the Office.
• Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of the Office’s mandate and strategic direction. Demonstrated proficiency in programme management, donor relations, and resource mobilization. Strong analytical capacity and ability to work independently.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input and values others' ideas; places team agenda before personal agenda.

Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities, adjusts as required, and uses time efficiently.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

An advanced University Degree (Masters or Equivalent) in social science, public or business administration or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree in the specified fields.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area is required.
• Experience in social development, human rights, conduct and discipline or related field is required.
• Experience working in international donor relations, resource mobilization and trust fund management is desirable.

Languages

Fluency in English is required; and knowledge of French is highly desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Special Notice

This position is temporarily available for 364 days with possibility of an extension, subject to availability of funding. The selection will be administered as a temporary assignment if the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

No Fee: The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

HOW TO APPLY

Date Posted: June 5, 2025

Application Deadline: June 18, 2025, 11:59 p.m. (New York Time).

Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, Inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant on the Inspira homepage.