PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER
Quick answer
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is hiring a mid-level Programme Management Officer based in Geneva, Switzerland, to support countries in resilient recovery and manage partnerships. No specific compensation mentioned.
- Role
- PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER
- Organization
- United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
- Location
- GENEVA, Switzerland
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Programme Management Officer will support countries in assessing and strengthening their readiness for resilient recovery, manage partnerships with relevant organizations, coordinate the work of the International Recovery Platform Secretariat, and contribute to policy development.
What you'll do
- Supports countries in assessing, strengthening and institutionalizing their readiness for resilient recovery
- Establishes partnerships with relevant organizations
- Coordinates the work of IRP Secretariat based in Kobe, Hyogo prefecture
- Works through regional offices to support Member States in developing and strengthening resilient recovery governance
- Contributes to policy development
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international relations, public administration, management, economics, social sciences, law, environmental studies or related area
- A minimum of seven years of relevant progressively responsible experience in project or programme management
- Experience managing programmes in cooperation with governmental structures is required
- Experience in disaster risk reduction and/or resilience-related programming or policy work, related to the Sendai Framework
- Three (3) years of experience in post-disaster recovery, including Build Back Better, in an international environment is desirable
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Geneva, Switzerland.
What is the compensation package like?
Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates must have an advanced university degree and at least seven years of relevant experience, with specific experience in project or programme management and disaster risk reduction.
How do I apply for the job?
Applications can be submitted through the UN recruitment platform inspira. The application deadline is July 31, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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