Programme Management Officer, Legal (6‑Month Temporary)

About the role

The United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO) is seeking a Programme Management Officer, Legal for a six‑month temporary assignment in New York. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the incumbent will coordinate legal issues across UNDCO, Regional Offices and Resident Coordinator Offices, ensuring a cohesive approach to legal matters.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate legal queries related to programme and operational matters and develop context‑specific solutions.
• Review documents and reports, identify problems, initiate corrective actions and ensure follow‑up.
• Support Resident Coordinator Offices and UNDCO Regional Offices in drafting and discussing Host Country Agreements, working closely with the Office of Legal Affairs and other stakeholders.
• Lead inter‑office meetings on legal matters, including Privileges and Immunities, and advise on legal instruments for the Resident Coordinator System.
• Assist in the formation and finalisation of MoUs, lease agreements, contribution agreements and other legal instruments.

Required profile

• Strong background in international law or legal affairs, preferably within the UN system.
• Experience evaluating legal issues in programme and operational contexts.
• Ability to liaise with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and drafting skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within the United Nations Resident Coordinator System.
• Exposure to high‑level legal coordination across regional and country offices.
• Professional development in international legal frameworks.