Programme Management Officer, Legal (Temporary)
Quick answer
The United Nations Development Coordination Office is hiring an in-office Programme Management Officer in New York for a 6-month temporary contract to provide expert legal and operational support for the Resident Coordinator System.
- Role
- Programme Management Officer, Legal (Temporary)
- Organization
- United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO)
- Location
- New York
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Legal
- Apply by
- 2026-06-18
The role
The United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO) is seeking a Programme Management Officer to manage legal matters and provide operational support for the Resident Coordinator System. The incumbent will evaluate legal queries, advise on Host Country Agreements, and assist in the development of various legal instruments and MoUs. This role involves close collaboration with the Office of Legal Affairs and requires expert analysis of administrative and operational policy. This is a temporary position based in New York for a duration of six months.
What you'll do
- Evaluate legal queries related to programme and operational matters and develop solutions.
- Advise on Host Country Agreements in coordination with the Office of Legal Affairs.
- Support the formation and finalization of MoUs, lease agreements, and contribution agreements.
- Draft background papers, analytical reports, and studies on legal matters.
- Lead interoffice meetings concerning legal instruments for the Resident Coordinator System.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s) in Law, Business Administration, or Economics.
- Minimum seven years of progressively responsible experience in project management or legal areas.
- At least five years of experience dealing with UN operational legal issues or intergovernmental processes.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
- Demonstrated ability to apply UN administrative rules and regulations.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is based in New York at the United Nations Development Coordination Office.
What is the duration of this position?
This is a temporary assignment scheduled for a period of six months.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must have an advanced degree in law, business, or economics, along with at least seven years of experience in project management or legal affairs, including five years specifically within the UN system.
When is the application deadline?
The application must be submitted by 06/18.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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