About Department of Economic and Social Affairs

Department of Economic and Social Affairsis 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 Governance and Public Administration Officer, P4 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within Department of Economic and Social Affairs’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in United States, you will contribute your expertise to advance the organization’s mission and support international cooperation on critical global challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide.

Key Details

• Job Title:Governance and Public Administration Officer, P4
• Grade:P-4
• Location:New York, United States
• Department:Department of Economic and Social Affairs
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$84,672.0 – $106,777.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in public administration, governance, political science, social science, business administration, law, public finance or related field.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Academic Qualifications: Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is an advantage..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English and French are required.
• 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 III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III French UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III.
• A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in governance, public administration, development management or related area, is required.
• Experience: Experience working in international organizations, including with UN Resident Coordinator Offices, and in leading inter-regional capacity development initiatives in collaboration with donors is required.
• Experience: Experience in supporting public sector transformation at national and/or subnational levels, encompassing institutional, organizational and individual capacity development, with a strong focus on changing mindsets and leadership for reform is required.

Skills

• Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of governance, public administration and development theories, principles and applications with a focus on innovation in public service delivery.
• Knowledge of the principles of effective governance and the strategies to implement them.
• Knowledge of omnichannel public service delivery concepts and practices.
• Knowledge of multi-level governance, decentralization, subsidiarity, and whole-of-government and whole-of-societies approaches.
• Knowledge of digital transformation and data governance for public service delivery.
• Ability to provide policy advice on transformational leadership and changing mindsets for public service delivery.
• Knowledge of best practices in governance innovation, including from the UN Public Service Awards.
• Knowledge of innovation methodologies such as design thinking.
• Ability to produce quality reports and publications in selected areas of governance, public administration and development management.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.
• Knowledge of the UN administrative processes related to capacity development activities.
• 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.
• Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently..

Benefits

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

How to Apply