Programme Management Officer, Administration

About the role

The Programme Management Officer, Administration supports the Under‑Secretary‑General for Operational Support in shaping and executing the department’s strategic agenda. Working closely with senior leadership, the officer ensures that directives are communicated, actions are tracked, and operational support is delivered effectively across United Nations operations.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the USG in setting and implementing the department’s strategic direction and ensure briefings are comprehensive.
• Convey guidance and instructions to DOS managers, monitor follow‑up on priority tasks.
• Monitor strategic support issues and operational requirements for UN field operations.
• Develop, implement and evaluate programmes/projects, including planning USG missions and preparing briefing materials.
• Review documents and reports, identify problems, initiate corrective actions and ensure follow‑up.
• Research, analyse and present information from diverse sources as a focal point.
• Participate in departmental policy development, conduct evaluations and liaise with senior UN officials and external partners.
• Prepare high‑quality written outputs such as background papers, analyses, statements and speeches.
• Provide substantive support to meetings and conferences, including agenda setting and document preparation.
• Coordinate with UN entities, international organisations and field representatives.
• Maintain an efficient system for reviewing incoming communications and initiate appropriate actions.
• Serve as focal point for corporate initiatives as required.

Required profile

• Professionalism with solid knowledge of relevant theories and concepts.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities.
• Excellent written communication skills for drafting high‑quality documents.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple UN departments and external partners.

Required skills