Sustainable Development Officer, Regional Liaison, Arab States Region
Quick answer
The United Nations Secretariat is hiring a mid-level Sustainable Development Officer, Regional Liaison, Arab States Region in NEW YORK, responsible for executive support and interagency collaboration, with a Master's degree required.
- Role
- Sustainable Development Officer, Regional Liaison, Arab States Region
- Organization
- United Nations Secretariat
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Sustainable Development Officer, Regional Liaison, Arab States Region is responsible for executive support, briefings, and mission preparation for high-level UN leadership, supporting DCO’s senior management participation in intergovernmental and interagency fora, and serving as a liaison between HQs and the Regional Office for Arab States.
What you'll do
- Prepare briefing notes, key messages, and mission packs for senior leadership
- Conduct horizon scanning and maintain situational awareness of UN operations
- Support senior management participation in intergovernmental and interagency fora
- Facilitate timely two-way information flow between headquarters and the Arab States Region
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing and capacity-development activities on sustainable development
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in sustainable development, economics, public policy, or related field
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in sustainable development
- Experience with inter-agency and intergovernmental collaboration
- Experience in initiating and developing partnerships
- Experience in the Arab States region is desirable
- Fluency in English, Arabic is desirable
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NEW YORK.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in NEW YORK, with no mention of remote work.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, five years of experience in sustainable development, and fluency in English, with Arabic being desirable.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the UN job portal at the provided link until October 31, 2026.
How to apply
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