Director, Administration

About the role

The Director, Administration leads the Division of Administration (DA) within the Department of Operational Support at United Nations Headquarters. Reporting directly to the Under‑Secretary‑General, the incumbent shapes strategic vision, oversees administrative services, and ensures efficient delivery of facilities, payroll, and commercial functions.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to the formulation of the department’s strategic vision, policies and overall strategies through committee participation and advisory support to the USG.
• Provide executive direction, management and coordination for the Division of Administration and its constituent units, ensuring programmed activities are executed efficiently.
• Lead the development of innovative change‑management programmes within the Division.
• Formulate and implement the Division’s work programme, set priorities and allocate resources to meet output deadlines.
• Oversee the timely execution of Division activities and coordinate work across the Department of Operational Support and other UN bodies, donors and agencies.
• Prepare and coordinate reports for legislative and policy‑making bodies such as the Fifth Committee, ACABQ and CPC.
• Coordinate policy proposals and reports to intergovernmental bodies and interact with oversight entities including the Board of Auditors, OIOS and JIU.

Required profile

• Extensive senior‑level experience in managing large administrative divisions.
• Proven ability to provide strategic advice to senior UN officials.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills across multiple UN entities and external partners.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence UN administrative policies at the highest level.
• Leadership role within a globally recognized organization.