Digital Solutions & CoE Specialist, Information Technology Solutions Office (ITSO), New York, P-3
Quick answer
UNFPA is hiring a Digital Solutions & CoE Specialist in New York, NY, to manage and integrate ICT solutions into the organization's programmatic work, oversee the technical execution of digital products, and lead partnerships and resource mobilization efforts. The position offers a competitive net salary and other benefits.
- Role
- Digital Solutions & CoE Specialist, Information Technology Solutions Office (ITSO), New York, P-3
- Organization
- UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund
- Location
- New York City, New York, United States
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The Digital Solutions & CoE Specialist at UNFPA will manage and integrate ICT solutions into the organization's programmatic work. This role involves overseeing the technical execution of digital products, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards, and providing technical support to regional and country offices. The specialist will also lead partnerships and resource mobilization efforts to finance digital solutions.
What you'll do
- Manage the technical lifecycle, rollout, and scaling of assigned core digital products developed or adopted by the DCoE.
- Provide Technical Assistance to Regional and Country Offices on implementing complex ICT and digital solutions.
- Develop technical guidelines, coding standards, and reference architectures for the digital products supported by the DCoE.
- Co-lead assigned partnerships from first engagement through to a signed agreement, working with DCoE leadership, and supporting the wider resource mobilisation agenda.
- Draft concept notes, proposals, and partner briefs that make the case for financing digital scaling, idea piloting, and startup support.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Information Technology, Business Administration or related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in software product management or digital transformation
- Proven track record in managing technology implementation lifecycles, technical vendor teams, and complex digital product deployments
- Experience providing technical advisory support to decentralized or international field environments
- Knowledge and understanding of T4D, AI, and KM systems in cloud environments
- Experience preparing funding proposals or partnership agreements, and building donor or partner relationships in a development or technology context
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New York City, New York, United States.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced degree in Information Technology, 5+ years of experience in software product management or digital transformation, and experience in managing technology implementation lifecycles.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by October 20, 2026, and can be done through the UNFPA application portal.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in New York City, but the work schedule is not specified.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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