Travel Documents Programme Officer

About the role

The United Nations Travel Documents Programme (UNTDP) seeks a Programme Officer to lead the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of its global travel‑document initiatives. Based at UN Headquarters in New York, the incumbent will ensure that systems, policies and procedures comply with legal instruments and international standards.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the highly technical, global UNTDP, aligning systems, materials, policies and procedures with legal mandates and best practices.
• Develop, implement and continuously evaluate the programme’s effectiveness, monitoring progress and initiating corrective actions.
• Act as the subject‑matter expert on travel documents, providing data, risk analysis and strategic advice to senior management.
• Stay current on developments in travel‑document technology and lead the introduction of technological enhancements.
• Conduct consulting assignments with implementation partners, facilitating workshops and assisting in action‑plan development.
• Research emerging trends and recommend improvements to programme operations.

Required profile

• Proven experience in managing international travel‑document programmes or similar initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent knowledge of UN travel‑document regulations, international standards and legal frameworks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple UN entities and external partners.

Required skills