About United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund Office of Investment Management

United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund Office of Investment Managementis 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 Director (Total Fund Strategies), D1 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund Office of Investment Management’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:Director (Total Fund Strategies), D1
• Grade:D-1
• Location:New York, United States
• Department:United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund Office of Investment Management
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$116,095.0 – $143,022.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent degree) in Business Admin. (MBA), Finance, Economics 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. Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification is desirable.
• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For th is job opening, English is required. There are no additional desirable languages specified. 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). Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II
• A minimum of 15 years of proven progressively responsible and practical experience in the investment management of asset allocation strategies is required. At least 10 years in experience in long-term oriented institutional investment management organization by utilizing fundamental and quantitative analys is for managing the assets of large-sized asset owners such as pension funds and sovereign wealth funds with USD 10 billion or more assets under management is required. At least 5 years in experience in portfolio management leadership roles with proven track record is required. At least 10 years in-house management of the portfolio management including asset allocation strategies is required. Experience in establishing asset allocation strategies through the Total Portfolio Approach is desirable. At least 5 years in conducting due diligence for selecting external management advisors and monitoring those managers is desirable. Experience in rule based quantitative asset allocation strategies and portfolio management is desirable.

Skills

• Core Competencies: Professionalism: Demonstrated competence in and adherence to the standards of conduct of the profession and in the application of best practices; conceptual and analytical skills; demonstrated conscientiousness and efficiency in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; ability to direct, review and guide the work of others, particularly in terms of substantive quality and high digital and technological awareness and proficiency. Proven track record of decision-making as an asset allocator and investment manager of a similar size and complexity of the portfolio of the UNJSPF and of consistently surpassing the performance of policy benchmarks over the multiple years. Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations. 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. 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. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for h is/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. Managerial Competencies: Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. Building Trust: Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion; manages in a deliberate and predictable way; operates with transparency; has no hidden agenda; places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients; gives proper credit to others; follows through on agreed upon actions; treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately.

Benefits

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

How to Apply