About United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reductionis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This Programme Management Officer position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and coordinate critical programmes within United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction’s international cooperation and sustainable development portfolio. Based in United States, you will oversee programme implementation, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure the delivery of high-quality results that advance the organization’s strategic objectives. You will be responsible for programme planning, monitoring and evaluation, resource mobilization, and coordination with government partners, civil society, and other UN agencies. This role is ideal for experienced professionals with strong leadership skills, programme management expertise, and a commitment to sustainable development and environmental protection.

Key Details

• Job Title:Associate Programme Management Officer (Temporary), P2
• Grade:P-2
• Location:New York, United States
• Department:United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
• Contract Type:Temporary Assignment
• Salary Range:$55,163.0 – $73,465.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, environmental studies, sustainable development or a related field is required.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English is required.
• Language: Either French or Spanish or Russian or Arabic or Chinese (Mandarin) is desirable.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Desirable Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking French UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Spanish UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Russian UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Arabic UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Chinese (Mandarin) UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I.
• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management, administration or related area is required.
• Experience: Experience working with Member States, the United Nations system, or non-governmental stakeholders at the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council on issues related to sustainable development, disaster risk reduction, and/or climate change is required.
• Experience: Experience working with the least developed countries, landlocked developing countries, and small island developing States on issues related to sustainable development, disaster risk reduction, and/or climate change is desirable..

Skills

• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Experience in drafting reports on issues related to sustainable development, disaster risk reduction, and/or climate change is required.
• Experience building and maintaining partnerships with Governments, the UN system, and a diverse range of non-governmental stakeholders is desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply