Director, UN System and Intergovernmental Affairs Office (SIGA)

The role

The Director, UN System and Intergovernmental Affairs Office (SIGA) at UNOPS is responsible for managing the organization's relationships with the UN system, member states, and other entities, and providing strategic direction on inter-governmental affairs.

What you'll do

• Represent UNOPS in New York and manage relationships with the UN system, member states, and other entities.
• Provide strategic direction on inter-governmental affairs and relations with member states.
• Advise the Executive Director on UN reform processes and represent UNOPS in related fora.
• Manage preparations for the Executive Board sessions and ensure decisions are well understood and acted on.
• Engage with member states and support advocacy, public information, and communication activities.

What it takes

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Public Administration, International Development, Political Science, International Relations or related studies.
• A minimum of 15 years of experience working in multilateral organizations or bilateral diplomacy, including 5 years in a governance, policy, or liaison function.
• Experience working with a network of development partners, governing bodies, and donors.
• Demonstrated understanding of UN system organizations, rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in navigating complex political dynamics with diplomacy and ability to influence.
• Broad understanding of UNOPS, its mandate and its partners, and its positioning within the UN.

What you'll bring

How to apply

Apply directly on UNOPS's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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