Programme Management Officer

About the role

The Regional Commissions New York Office (RCNYO) is seeking a Programme Management Officer to support the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and related UN policy frameworks. Reporting to the Director, the officer will work closely with the five UN Regional Commissions to monitor, analyse and advance programme activities.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes and projects relevant to the Regional Commissions.
• Monitor programme progress, analyse data, identify issues and propose corrective actions.
• Track and report on policy debates and decisions within UN intergovernmental processes.
• Prepare background papers, analytical notes, report sections, meeting summaries and speech inputs.
• Provide substantive support for consultative meetings, conferences and follow‑up on outcomes.
• Facilitate the Regional Commissions’ participation in UN coordination mechanisms and inter‑agency processes.
• Support communication and outreach activities to promote regional perspectives in global policy discussions.
• Back‑stop coordination among the Regional Commissions and assist interactions with UN entities and permanent missions.
• Collect, analyse and visualise data to produce charts, tables and reports for decision‑making.

Required profile

• Works under the direct guidance and supervision of the Director of RCNYO.
• Operates within delegated authority focusing on the 2030 Agenda and related sectoral agendas.

Required skills