SENIOR PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER
Quick answer
The Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) is hiring a senior, New York-based Senior Programme Management Officer to lead counter-terrorism and prevention of violent extremism initiatives focused on Iraq.
- Role
- SENIOR PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER
- Organization
- Office of Counter-Terrorism
- Location
- New York, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-07-27
The role
The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) is seeking a Senior Programme Management Officer to lead and evaluate counter-terrorism and violent extremism prevention programmes focused on Iraq. The incumbent will mobilize resources, manage stakeholder partnerships, and direct programme implementation while ensuring gender mainstreaming across all initiatives. This role requires extensive experience in project management and a deep understanding of regional dynamics to provide strategic guidance and substantive policy support.
What you'll do
- Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of key programmes supporting Iraq on counter-terrorism.
- Mobilize resources and establish partnerships to support capacity-building programming.
- Direct subordinates in programme development, monitoring, assessment, and reporting.
- Coordinate policy development and provide substantive support for consultative meetings and conferences.
- Ensure the implementation of gender mainstreaming guidelines across all programmes and policies.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, or a related field.
- A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management.
- A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in or relating to Iraq.
- Fluency in English (UN Level II) and Arabic (UN Level I) is required.
- Demonstrated ability to identify strategic issues and provide innovative technical leadership.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based at the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) Headquarters in New York.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the primary language requirements?
Candidates must be proficient in both English and Arabic at the specified United Nations language framework levels.
By when must I submit my application?
The deadline for applications is July 27, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of Counter-Terrorism's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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