Senior Programme Management Officer, Administration

About the role

The Senior Programme Management Officer will lead the UN80 Travel Processing Consolidation Project within the Facilities and Commercial Activities Service at UN Headquarters in New York. Reporting to the Chief of FCAS, the role oversees programme coordination, evaluation, and implementation across the UN Secretariat.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and coordinate Secretariat‑wide travel consolidation phases, directing project development, implementation, and assessment.
• Guide the design and analysis of surveys, data‑collection instruments, and baseline studies to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Prepare and present consolidation recommendations, progress analyses, and reports for senior management.
• Manage outreach, training workshops, and seminars to standardize travel processes and apply airline discount agreements.
• Oversee budget and funding activities, including programme preparation, financial reporting, and cost‑recovery modelling.
• Supervise and mentor the travel consolidation project management office staff, ensuring effective utilisation and development.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics or related field; a first‑level degree with relevant experience may be accepted.
• Minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in corporate travel project or programme management, administration or a related area.
• Proven ability to lead large‑scale programmes, analyse data for decision‑making, and communicate findings to senior stakeholders.
• Strong judgement, negotiation skills and capacity to work under pressure while maintaining professional standards.