Senior Programme Management Officer – Administration

About the role

The Senior Programme Management Officer will lead the design, implementation and evaluation of programmes and projects within the Support Partnerships Service of the Department of Operational Support. Reporting to the Chief of Service, the role supports UN operational needs across the Secretariat and external partners.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and assess assigned programmes/projects, directing sub‑teams and ensuring gender mainstreaming.
• Coordinate research, programme evaluation and present findings from diverse sources.
• Monitor strategic support issues, contribute to departmental policy, and prepare background papers, analyses and high‑level speeches.
• Lead planning of field missions, manage budget and funding activities, and oversee preparation of financial and progress reports.
• Serve as spokesperson, build partnerships with internal and external officials, and mentor staff.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master’s) in public administration, management, economics, law, political or social sciences, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum ten years of progressive experience in programme/project management and administration, including five years on partnership issues in an international organization.
• At least two years of programmatic support in field operations and crisis/emergency response for the UN or comparable body.
• Proven experience negotiating multi‑stakeholder agreements and drafting policy briefings, analytical reports and high‑level speeches.