SENIOR POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER
Quick answer
The United Nations Secretariat is hiring a Senior Political Affairs Officer in NEW YORK to formulate political affairs strategies, provide substantive support to the Security Council, and manage a work team. The position is temporary and offers a competitive salary.
- Role
- SENIOR POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER
- Organization
- United Nations Secretariat
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The incumbent will be responsible for formulating political affairs strategies, providing substantive support to the Security Council, and managing a work team.
What you'll do
- Formulates political affairs strategies
- Provides substantive support to the Security Council
- Manages a work team
- Prepares briefing notes and talking points
- Supervises the drafting of Secretary-General’s reports
- Coordinates and directs the provision of secretariat services
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in political science, international relations, or related field
- Ten years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, or related area
- Experience in the provision of substantive support to the Security Council or its subsidiary organs
- Experience in a field mission, peacekeeping, or special political mission
- Experience in preparing reports to intergovernmental bodies or Executive Boards
- Experience in facilitating and coordinating multi-stakeholder processes
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NEW YORK.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, ten years of relevant experience, and experience in providing substantive support to the Security Council.
How do I apply?
You can apply by visiting the UN job portal and following the instructions for job opening number 26-Political Affairs-POE-HAITI-284977-J-NEW YORK (R).
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Secretariat's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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