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  • Manager, Real Estate Industry

    World Economic Forum 4.7company rating

    World Economic Forum job in New York, NY

    Please Note: This role requires the ability to work on site 3 days per week per company policy. The annual salary range for this role is $150,000-$170,000 in New York. Why we are recruiting The World Economic Forum is an international organization that brings together leaders from business, government, academia, and civil society to build industry, regional and global agendas, address systemic issues, and improve the state of the world. The Global Industries Team is responsible for building and managing the Forum 20+ global Industry Communities and for the strategic engagement of Forum Partners from North America and Europe across Industry Communities, the 10 Forum Centres and Forum events. We are seeking a Manager to drive both our Real Estate Industry Community. The successful candidate will be responsible for working closely with and supporting the communities of CEOs and Strategy Officers in this industry sector to: * Explore industry-specific issues and identify and define priorities for each industry community. * Define and implement the industry agendas of each group and explore collaboration opportunities with other sectors and stakeholders, including the public sector. * Develop a comprehensive portfolio of activities to deliver value to Forum Partner companies in the Real Estate industry sector. Reporting Lines & Interactions The Manager, Real Estate Industry will report to the Head, Financial Service Industries. Internally, the Manager, Real Estate Industry will work closely with colleagues in the Global Industries Team and business development teams, and with the colleagues and teams driving the work of relevant Forum Centres. Externally, she/he will work with Forum Partner and non-Partner companies and with a broad range of stakeholders in government, academia, and civil society. Breakdown of main responsibilities * Develop and execute overall strategy for the real estate industry, including managing key communities that shape industry priorities (ex: CEO Governors, Green Buildings Consortium, Strategy Officers communities) * Ensure each Partner company in the Real estate Industry (from North America and Europe) has a clear engagement strategy and plan in place to deepen its engagement with the Forum. * Partner with the Forum's business development and regional business teams to manage and grow the global Industry Community, delivering on both retention and growth targets * Stay informed on key issues, define strategic priorities, and work collaboratively with Forum Centres to design, develop and drive new engagement opportunities * Lead planning and delivery of relevant global, regional and industry activities and events of the Forum, and represent the Forum at key industry events and conferences * Contribute to the overall activities of the Global Industries Team, including Strategic input, support at key Industry-led events People Management: This person will manage one account manager. Focus on the development, well-being, and performance of their team member in the lens of the Forum Leadership Model - driving change, building collaboration, inspiring and delivering results. Guide, support, and motivate employee to achieve their goals and contribute to the overall success of the team and organization. Key responsibilities include setting goals, providing feedback, resolving conflicts, and fostering a positive work environment. The successful candidate will be assessed on * Successful design and delivery of a coherent strategy for the Industry Communities. * Impact achieved by the overall Industry Communities and contribution towards the impact of collective efforts incubated, launched, and brought to scale through relevant Forum Centres. * Performance against targets in terms of numbers/size of Industry Communities (retention and growth) and relevance of organizations actively engaged in each Industry Community. * Ability to generate and disseminate new insights to position the Forum at the forefront of the transformation on the Real Estate sector. * Feedback from constituents on the fit of engagement and activities of each Industry Community to their specific needs. * Contributions to the broader Global Industries Team and the Forum beyond the industry program, primarily Centers' content support and thought leadership and core Forum events. Preferred Requirements and Experience * 10+ years of professional experience in the private sector, with developed expertise in the Real Estate Industry * Understanding of key trends defining the future of the Real Estate sector, and of the key socioeconomic ecosystems where these industries play a central role. * Bachelor's or master's degree in related field * Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders into supporting a collective cause and collaborating. * Proven track record in conceptualizing, building and leading multi-stakeholder collaborations that deliver impact. * Demonstrated ability to work with industry and government leaders at the top executive/minister level, as well as with subject matter experts. * Proven agility, with a strong orientation for delivering results while embracing change. * Ability to build strong internal relationships and networks within complex organizations and multi-cultural environments. * Excellent network-building skills with a passion for cultivating external relationships. * Demonstrated ability in coaching and developing teams. * Outstanding communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English. * Comfortable with global travel (up to 40%) and proficient in using CRM tools. * Able to travel up to 50% Why work at the Forum: The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
    $150k-170k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
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  • Lead, Resilience, Urban Transformation

    World Economic Forum 4.7company rating

    World Economic Forum job in New York, NY

    5-month employment based in Geneva, New York or San Francisco. Please Note: This role requires the ability to work onsite 3 days per week per company policy. This role is funded through May 8th, 2026. The salary range for this role in New York and San Francisco is $120,000-$140,000. About the World Economic Forum The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change. In this spirit, the Forum engages the foremost political, business, and other leaders of society to shape global, regional, and industry agendas and solve shared global challenges. About the Centre for Urban Transformation The World Economic Forum's Centre for Urban Transformation advances public-private collaboration in cities to enable more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient communities and local economies. The Centre's initiatives and year-round activities provide a diverse range of opportunities for partners to learn from urban development trends, share insights, forge new relationships, and collaborate to drive local impact across the globe Why We Are Recruiting The Lead, Resilience, Urban Transformation will provide initiative management, coordination, and develop content to advance the World Economic Forum's work on urban sustainability, resilience, and restoration through the Centre for Urban Transformation. This temporary position will help ensure continuity of activities across the Centre's sustainability and resilience portfolio, with growing workstreams on: (1) Place-based Purpose & Impact - Chief Purpose & Impact Officers community; (2) Resilience - building a marketplace for urban risk and investment; (3) Urban Restoration - cultivating investment in urban nature; and (4) Davos Baukultur Alliance - implementing the Roadmap 2025-2027. The role will also contribute to partner engagement, convening support, and impact reporting to strengthen the Forum's mission of advancing sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient urban communities. Reporting Lines and Interactions The Lead will report to the Lead, Urban Transformation who oversees the Centre's Infrastructure and the Built Environments pillar and work closely with internal colleagues and external partners to coordinate programs, events, and communications, ensuring alignment across the Centre's built environment, nature-positive, and place-based initiatives. Key Responsibilities 1. Chief Purpose & Impact Officer (CPIO) Community: continued scoping and launch * Support execution of the Q1 2026 launch of the CPIO Community, ensuring engagement of 15+ founding members (Forum Partners). * Support ongoing community activities and communications, ensuring member continuity and active participation. * Collaborate with internal colleagues and community management to sustain momentum and prepare short updates for leadership. 2. Building a Marketplace for Urban Resilience: building on momentum and progress of the Urban Transformation Summit * Continue momentum with key collaborators, including Chief Resilience Officers and other city representatives, Forum Partners and civil society representatives to advance urban resilience work that "builds a marketplace for urban resilience," and is grounded upon the outcomes and relationships developed through the 2025 Urban Transformation Summit. * Work closely with internal Forum teams to establish, build and deepen engagement from key stakeholders. Maintain active collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Resilient Cities Network (RCN) through the Resilience Finance Taskforce. * Participate in periodic check-ins with Partners, collaborators, and other internal Forum cross-centre resilience to further develop the workstream concept and track early progress and emerging opportunities/ outcomes, including AM26 program and resilience across Centre pillars. * Plan, develop and deliver community convenings including working groups, virtual and in-person roundtables, and pilot initiative s under the thematic of "building a marketplace for urban resilience". * Integrate resilience and finance themes into Davos Baukultur Alliance programming, communications, and membership. 3. Global Urban Restoration Collaborative: cultivating investment in nature * Lead the initial phases of workstream delivery through the current RFP for the Global Urban Restoration Collaborative, working with a PS Firm and in collaboration with 1t.org (pending confirmed interest from PS firms) * Support key elements of the RFP by coordinating initiative management, partner engagement, and integration across the Centres for Nature & Climate and Centre for Urban Transformation in collaboration with a PS firm. * Maintain continuity of coordination and institutional knowledge between the Davos Baukultur Alliance, 1t.org, and the Urban Restoration workstream, ensuring alignment across built environment and nature-based impact themes. 4. Davos Baukultur Alliance: support to the next phase of work * Support the implementation of the Davos Baukultur Alliance Roadmap 2025-2027, particularly activities linked to the second Annual Meeting, taking place in Bern, Switzerland in May 2026. * Contribute to resilience and sustainability elements aligned with the Roadmap's strategic priorities: * Empowering, Growing, and Diversifying the Membership - assist with outreach to new sectors (including finance, construction, and government) and track engagement data for internal reporting. * Creating Conditions for Quality - advance work toward the development of the new practical tool for holistic high-quality outcomes, helping gather case studies and coordinate member engagement. * Advancing Place-Based Impact - support coordination of the Pioneering Places Programme and Baukultur Talks, ensuring effective communication with participants and Community of Practice member group, collaborating on the organization and delivery of in-person and virtual roundtables if needed. * Provide operational and content support for the Bern Annual Meeting, including: * Liaising with staff, partner organisations and members to gather updates and confirm participation. * Drafting short briefing notes, talking points, and supporting documents for sessions and public communications. 5. Partner Relationship Management * Maintain warm, professional relationships with key resilience partners ensuring engagement continuity through events and communities. * Strengthen relationships with target sectors leading on resilience, through the Davos Baukultur Alliance including finance, insurance, and infrastructure potentials. 6. Other activities: contribute to other activities in the built environment and infrastructure sector of Urban Transformation as appropriate. 7. Coordination and Reporting * Participate in internal coordination meetings as needed (Alliance, Communities, or cross-team). * Maintain shared workplans and trackers, ensuring documentation is updated and accessible. * Provide short monthly or bi-monthly updates on progress, milestones, and partner interactions. Qualifications * Master's degree in public policy, urban planning, sustainability, environmental science, or a related field. * 5-7 years of professional experience in urban development, sustainability, or climate resilience, with proven program management and stakeholder coordination skills. * Strong project management skills: demonstrated ability to drive progress and prioritize and deliver on key activities such as convenings and partnerships. * Strong analytical and communication abilities, with experience synthesizing complex ideas into clear, actionable outputs. * Demonstrated success working in multicultural, fast-paced environments and engaging with senior-level stakeholders. * Excellent written and spoken English; proficiency in additional languages is an asset. Why work at the Forum: The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
    $120k-140k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Customs expert

    United Nations 4.3company rating

    New York, NY job

    Result of Service The Panel of Experts established pursuant to Security Council resolution 1929 (2010) ("the Panel") consists of up to eight experts with demonstrated substantive knowledge, experience and skills in areas relevant to the implementation of the 1737 sanctions regime. The Panel's mandate is established and can be renewed or terminated by the Security Council. The Panel acts under the direction of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) ("1737 Committee"). The Expert will serve with a Panel reporting to the 1737Committee and the Security Council. The Expert comes under the overall guidance and management of the Security Council Affairs Division of the Department of Political Affairs, specifically, of the Secretary of the concerned Security Council Committee, the Chief of the Branch and the Director of the Security Council Affairs Division. The work of the Panel is facilitated by a Coordinator who is also an expert on the Panel. For more information about the Panel, including its reports and other relevant materials, please see: *************************************************************************************** Work Location New York Expected duration This position is expected to become available in March 2026, with an anticipated period of 7 months. Duties and Responsibilities With delegated authority, the customs expert will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following duties: Substantive • Contribute to the monitoring of sanctions measures and investigation of alleged sanctions violations as mandated by Security Council resolutions related to the Islamic Republic of Iran (hereafter Iran) in his/her area of expertise; • Participate in investigations of alleged violations of the sanctions regime and contribute to reporting thereon through investigative reports, interim and final reports of the Panel to the Security Council, as well as any periodic briefing/reporting as requested by the Committee; • Contribute to the preparation of recommendations by the Panel for improved implementation of the Security Council resolutions related to Iran, based on the Panel's investigations, country visits and outreach activities; • Compile information on individuals and entities that may engage in sanctions violations; • Prepare and deliver briefings and presentations on the sanctions regime and the Panel's activities; • Assist in identifying areas where the capacities of States can be strengthened to enhance the implementation of the sanctions regime; • Contribute to reports that adhere to a high standard of evidence and rigorous methodology; • Provide due process to Member States, entities and individuals to respond to allegations and findings when conducting investigations; and • Take on other duties as mandated by the Security Council and/or directed by the Committee. Organizational • Contribute to the preparation of a programme of work of the Panel of Experts, including a travel schedule, which will be updated regularly; • Participate in investigative missions and bilateral consultations to gather information from government authorities, private individuals and entities, civil society, regional and sub-regional organizations and United Nations field presences; • Draft and follow up on correspondence in his/her areas of responsibility; • Collate and assess the information obtained, including by sharing written notes and briefs with other Panel members; • Classify, categorize and archive the materials obtained in the course of the Panel of Experts' investigation; and • Submit to the UN Secretariat an End of Assignment Report at the end of the mandate. Administrative • Abide by the rules and regulations of the United Nations, as guided by the Secretary of the Committee, the Chief of the Subsidiary Organs Branch and the Director of the Security Council Affairs Division, among others. Qualifications/special skills The expert will be responsible for analysing Iran's trade activities as they relate to the sanctions regime, as well as assessing developments in national, regional and global customs regulations and their implications for Iran in this regard. The expert will monitor relevant national customs clearance procedures and identify current vulnerabilities of those procedures based on cases investigated by the Panel. The expert will be responsible for investigating alleged cases of non-compliance and techniques used by Iran to evade customs regulations, among others. To be selected, the expert will have to demonstrate substantive knowledge and experience in the area of national and international customs rules, regulations and practices. First-hand experience in customs and sanctions is highly desirable. First-hand experience in conducting investigations is highly desirable. Experience in working with relevant international organisations or arrangements is desirable. Education • An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in military/strategic studies, political science, international relations, relevant technical field or other relevant area is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience • A minimum of ten years (including a minimum of three years of field experience) of progressively responsible experience in the relevant field is required • Strong field research or investigative experience in the area of expertise is required • Experience in writing high-quality reports is required • Experience working in a complex political environment within a national, regional or international setting is required • A demonstrated understanding of sanctions regimes in a United Nations, regional organization or Member State setting is desirable • Experience in working under the rules and regulations of the organization and the working culture and methods of the United Nations Secretariat is desirable Languages * Fluency in English is required. • Working knowledge of other United Nations official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) and knowledge of languages spoken in the Middle East region would be an advantage. Additional Information All experts will engage in frequent regional and international travel. All travel will be in Economy Class as per United Nations administrative instruction ST/AI/2013/3/Rev.1. Geographical diversity is a strong consideration. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates are encouraged to apply to the Security Council Affairs Division Pool of Experts. Candidates registered in the Pool of Experts are available for consideration whenever relevant opportunities arise. They will be contacted directly by the relevant team using the email address provided in the PHP submitted when applying to the Pool. Candidates who have joined the Pool should also actively apply to sanctions expert vacancy announcements posted in Inspira and on this website. Candidates interested in becoming members of the Pool of Experts can apply at the following URL: ************************** SearchDescription/191928?language=en. For more information, please see: ***************************************************************** Candidates should list all work experience and diplomas in the relevant part of the application. Work experience and diplomas only mentioned in the cover letter will not be considered for screening purposes. Statements must include concrete start and end dates, detailed description of tasks and achievements and whether the experience was obtained in full-time or part-time. Candidates should note that eligibility and fees will be decided based on their submitted application only. There is no option to revise an application after submission. An appointment shall not be granted to a person who is the father, mother, son, daughter, brother, or sister, including step-parents, step-children, and step-siblings of a staff member. No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
    $69k-110k yearly est. 10d ago
  • Technical Delivery Director

    R/Ga 4.9company rating

    New York, NY job

    In our 40-year history, we've changed a lot-from a culture-defining film title studio (Superman, Alien, Ghostbusters); to an interactive advertising agency; to an award-winning product and marketing agency with design, technology, communications, ventures and IP practices. We like change, and like to navigate our clients through it too. Our approach to work is always human first. This unwavering focus helps us create meaningful and memorable experiences that live across digital platforms and often blur the line between the digital and real worlds. We believe disruptive thinking happens when you collide experts in design, technology and culture. About the Team We are a global digital innovation agency for the Intelligence Age, specializing in digital product development, brand transformation, media, and communications for major companies. Our team is responsible for delivering innovative digital solutions that meet evolving client expectations and technical requirements. We work across a diverse range of projects, from major website builds, backend development and core tech platforms to bespoke experiences and strategic innovation with emerging technologies. About the Role We are seeking a Technical Delivery Director to lead the end-to-end delivery of complex technology initiatives for a major client. This role goes beyond traditional project coordination to shape, manage, and deliver technology-focused projects from discovery through post-launch support. As a critical bridge between clients and engineering, you will use your strong technical acumen to lead technical discussions, translate complex requirements, and mitigate software development risks. You will be key in providing strategic input and driving a rigorous SDLC process to deliver high-quality products efficiently. This position requires proactivity, strategic thinking, and the ability to represent the engineering team to clarify needs and navigate technical complexities. Here's what you should know if you want to be a Technical Delivery Director at R/GA On any given day you might Lead the end-to-end technical project and delivery lifecycle: Guide technical projects from discovery and scoping to final release and post-launch support, defining activities, milestones, and outputs with teams and clients for a seamless, efficient delivery process. Shape technical approaches and strategy: Provide strategic input during planning, translating abstract concepts into concrete technical tasks, estimates, and requirements. Collaborate with tech leads and clients to clarify upcoming work and build momentum. Serve as a client-facing technical liaison: Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients, confidently discussing concepts like web architecture, APIs, and release processes with both engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders. Translate business requests into technical work. Drive proactive risk and dependency management: Identify, document, and manage technical risks, inter-team dependencies, and roadblocks. Develop and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum and keep the engineering team unblocked. Lead agile and process management: Manage the agile development process with client teams, leading key ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives while fostering a collaborative engineering culture. Own scope and estimation: Independently create scopes and estimate technical tasks. Collaborate with Engineering and Program Management to define tasks and team composition, adapting approaches to fit project and client constraints. Bring structure to ambiguous work by defining logical steps, timelines, and roles. Oversee quality and release coordination: Manage testing cycles, bug triage, and coordinate deployment schedules with QA and Engineering Leads to ensure smooth, predictable release management. Actively monitor and verify the engineering team's work in development and staging environments. Handle technical information and action: Understand the technical intricacies of the work and proactively act on behalf of the engineering team to get questions answered, gather information, and clarify the implications of technical decisions. This includes reviewing technical documents and leading discussions to fill in missing details. Facilitate collaboration and communication: Participate in engineering discussions to identify risks and ensure productivity. Collaborate with designers on technical requirements. Communicate effectively with internal partners, providing clear status reports and escalating impediments. The Ideal Person Is a strategic, independent thinker with a deep understanding of software development and a passion for driving successful technical delivery in a client-service environment. Is an Engineer at heart, with a strong understanding of core web technologies, including front/back-end principles, APIs, CMS, SDLC, agile methodologies, testing best practices, release management, CI/CD, and hosting environments. Has expertise in software development methodologies, design, and implementation. Is a problem-solver with strategic thinking, proactively identifying and navigating project risks and dependencies, and translating complex business requirements into actionable engineering efforts that align with business needs. Is agile with a lowercase "a," understanding that agency work requires adapting to client needs, proficient in leading teams using Agile principles, and able to balance rigorous, high-quality delivery with the flexibility required to best serve clients. Is an exceptional communicator and leader, able to translate complex technical jargon for non-technical stakeholders, foster an engaging and supportive engineering culture, and naturally motivate teams with polished presentation and documentation skills. You bring 7-10 years' experience in a technical project or delivery management capacity, with 2-3 years in a digital agency setting. Proficiency in core web technologies and concepts, including front-end (HTML, CSS, JS), back-end development principles, RESTful APIs, and system integrations. Experience with complex scaled web applications and modern front-end frameworks. Proficiency with project management software like Jira, Confluence, Asana, or similar platforms, along with git-based source control, testing tools, and other related tooling. Demonstrable ability to capture and maintain technical documentation alongside engineering leads. Proven track record of leading technical delivery initiatives with engineering teams. Proficiency in project management and project scoping. The hiring range for this position is $140,000 to $180,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's applicable skills, pertinent experience, and qualifications. #LI-DNI
    $140k-180k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Information Management Officer

    United Nations 4.3company rating

    New York, NY job

    Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Administrative Section (AS), Facilities and Commercial Activities Service (FCAS), Division of Administration (DOA), Department of Operational Support (DOS). The Department of Operational Support was established to provide operational advisory services to operating entities across the Secretariat, including other departments, offices away from headquarters, field missions, and regional commissions. The Facilities and Commercial Activities Service (FCAS) operates the Headquarters complex, striving to provide effective and efficient planning, management, maintenance and operation for all existing physical facilities and assets at the UN Headquarters, New York. FCAS also supports office and conference facilities, property management, travel and transportation services, archives and records management, mail and pouch operations, catering, giftshop and the United Nations Postal Administration. The incumbent reports to the Chief of the Administrative Section (AS). Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Administrative Section and within delegated authority, the incumbent is responsible for the following duties: • Contributes to the formulation of FCAS' strategic direction in terms of information management, information technology and customer service. • Provides data analysis and information management support for facilities and administrative functions including Property Plant & Equipment, budget, financial, and human resources management. • Provides support on the formulation, monitoring and reporting of programme performance measures in the budgetary, risk management, and internal control frameworks. • Provides support for the preparation and coordination of proposed budget submission, certification of expenditures, cost recovery, and management of grants and projects. • Assists with coordinating inputs to inter-governmental and oversight bodies. • Formulates overall policies, procedures, objectives and guidelines affecting the development and maintenance of FCAS information management and information systems. • Supervises the Information and Facilities Services Unit; carries out managerial responsibilities at the unit level relating to compliance with administrative requirements, programme planning, policy and procedure recommendations, budgeting, human resources and facilities management. • Provides support for Business Intelligence and Reporting in Umoja, particularly in areas where FCAS is the process owner. • Conducts research on the applicability of information technology to FCAS records and archives, as well as use of information systems, particularly in the areas of document management, space planning and utilization, property management, building management and enterprise sustainability analysis and reporting. • Assesses and makes recommendations relating to the use of information systems in the areas of document management, space planning and utilization, property management, building management and enterprise sustainability analysis and reporting. • Provides reliable, up-to-date research and specifications for information management technology and innovations applications. • Provides advisory services and support to FCAS on information management practices based on needs, business process, workflow, technical architecture and information resources analysis; makes recommendations and implements solutions relating to FCAS information management practices, improvement and implementation strategies, resource requirements, file plans, retention schedules and procedures for transferring records to the section; organizes and maintains UN records; preserves and disposes, identifies and protects vital records; and informs management policies and procedures, with an emphasis on technological applications. • Monitors the progress of projects in client offices, ensures compliance with OICT technical standards and guidelines and provides assistance in identifying consultants as required and associated project Terms of Reference. Evaluates and pilots emerging technologies (including software applications and associated hardware) to develop strategies for integrating records created in diverse systems; ensures facilities management systems requirements and related data are integrated into enterprise systems; plans and develops migration strategies that are sound and facilities related applications have the required interfaces with such systems. • Evaluates applications and cost-effectiveness of services in relation to technology options and prepares data and recommendations for decision-making. Provides technical services by evaluating hardware and software requirements, recommends purchases, tracks requisitions and monitors expenditures; oversees installation of hardware in coordination with OICT; maintain all systems supporting the management and provision of facilities services at UNHQ and ensures that technical problems are resolved expeditiously; and oversees the implementation of electronic recordkeeping systems in FCAS. • Manages information security by enforcing security-classification restrictions; facilitates declassification reviews by liaising with records-originating offices; and ensures the physical security and safety of the Organization's records. • Develops client outreach strategy and programme and coordinates its implementation. • Represents the Section, as required, in departmental offices and at working groups, task forces and other fora, advocating information management perspectives and standards. • Participates in the planning and organizing of training on information management. • Evaluates the performance of vendors and certifies invoices, as necessary. • Guides, trains and supervises professional and general service staff in the various information management functions. • Performs other duties as assigned. Competencies * PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of information management, archival, record keeping and record disposition. Knowledge of electronic data maintenance, including appraisal, conservation and migration management; records preservation and description. Ability to demonstrate data analytics skills. Ability to conduct research and provide recommendations on information management trends. Ability to demonstrate conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills and conduct independent research and analysis, identifying and assessing issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. • CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. • TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology. • MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority. Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member. Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills. Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines. Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff. Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative. Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff. Appraises performance fairly. Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in information management, information science, information systems, computer engineering, administration or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific Qualification Not available. Work Experience A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in information management or related area is required. A minimum of five years of experience in data management and analytics or related area is required. A minimum of five years of experience in the development of IT solutions, application implementation and content management or related area is required. A minimum of two years of experience in generating and analyzing BI reports in Umoja or similar system is required. A minimum of two years of experience with service management on i-Need or similar platform is required. Experience with asset and equipment management and reporting is required. Experience supporting administrative functions such as finance and budget and cost recovery, is desirable. Experience with reporting on performance, risk management and internal controls is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. There are no additional desirable languages specified. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult ************************ for details). Required Languages LanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeakingEnglishUN Level IIIUN Level IIIUN Level IIIUN Level III Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special Notice At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Applicants, who successfully go through a competitive recruitment process and are recommended for selection and/or inclusion in the roster of pre-approved candidates for subsequent job openings at the same level and with similar functions, may have their application information and roster status shared with other UN Organizations. Such applicants may be contacted by other UN Organizations for similar job openings, subject to the confirmation of their interest. Placement on the roster is no guarantee of a future selection. United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term "sexual exploitation" means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term "sexual abuse" means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term "sexual harassment" means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator's working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
    $67k-105k yearly est. 20d ago
  • Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Intern

    United Nations 4.3company rating

    New York, NY job

    Expected duration The specific internships will be for a minimum of three (3) months, up to a period of six (6) months, commencing between May and August. Duties and Responsibilities OFFICE BACKGROUND The mission of the United Nations Department of Operational Support (DOS) is to help Secretariat entities, including peace operations, departments and offices, succeed by providing rapid, effective, efficient and responsible support services. DOS has the following teams, which provide end-to-end service delivery and integration of operational support: I. Office of Support Operations (OSO): Provides dedicated advisory, operational and transactional support services to more than 100 UN Secretariat entities globally. The office oversees three areas covering Human Resources Services, Health-Care Management and Occupational Safety and Health, and Capacity Development and Training. II. Office of Supply Chain Management (OSCM): Covers a wide scope of services including supply chain planning and performance management, logistical support, procurement, vendor management and supplier diversity, aviation safety, and uniformed capabilities support. In addition to operational services and support, OSCM also provides advisory services and guidance to over 100 client entities globally, as well as to troop and police contributing countries (T/PCCs). III. Division for Special Activities (DSA): DSA oversees a range of specialized or cross-cutting operational capacities. A large part of its responsibilities is to support start-up, surge, transition and liquidation requirements and to exercise authority on behalf of entities to which authority has not been granted owing to a lack of capacity or from which authority has been temporarily withdrawn. IV. Division of Administration (DoA): Delivers administrative support functions for offices and departments at Headquarters and provides facilities management and commercial services. In addition, the division manages the commercial insurance policies for the organization, including offices away from Headquarters, Peacekeeping and Special Political Missions and other UN entities. The division is also responsible for the overall coordination of payroll-related and accounts payable tasks within the Umoja system. V. Office of the Under-Secretary-General (OUSG): Provides direct executive and management support to DOS leadership. Our work covers DOS strategy, performance, and analytics; as well as communication, coordination, and external relations. VI. Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT): Develops and implements ICT strategies, manages infrastructure, supports applications, ensures cybersecurity, provides technical training, explores emerging technologies, and leverages ICT for mandate delivery. This recruitment is to build a candidate pool for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Interns across the departments. Interns, based on their background, skills, and interests, will be placed into one of the teams mentioned above. This announcement aims at creating a candidate pool for specific internships in DOS. Candidates will be added to a pool from which offices will choose when specific internship vacancies arise. Being added to the pool, does not guarantee an internship offer. Internships in the UN Secretariat are unpaid. The specific internships drawn from this candidate pool will mainly be full-time and in person, but specific internships may be offered also as part-time and/or remote. Interns in principle work five days per week (35 hours), with supervision and support of a staff member. Interns who accept an in-person internship are expected to come into the office at least three days a week, in keeping with UNHQ-NY hybrid working policies. INTERNSHIP DUTIES Our interns work as full members of various DOS teams, pursue project assignments that are designed to make a significant impact on our work, and have opportunities to learn about the United Nations overall. The intern(s) may be responsible for the following duties: • Gathering and analyzing data from various sources, and providing support preparing data, data models, and surveys. • Performing statistical and/or mathematical programming to make sense of data gathered. • Providing technical support for existing reports, dashboards, or other tools • Supporting team members with data cleaning from primary or secondary sources and maintaining databases/data systems; • Translating data results into written reports and data visualizations/presentations to convey information to stakeholders and leaders. • Supporting data mining, optimization, metrics development, and predictive analysis. • Contribute to the search for approaches and methods that will lead to innovative data products; • Perform other duties as required. Qualifications/special skills We are open to a broad range of educational backgrounds. Typically, our interns are pursuing studies in Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Operations Research, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Visualization or Analytics. Please note that to qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet the following requirements: Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (1) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or (2) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent); or (3) have graduated with a university degree as defined in (1) and (2) above. We also ask that applicants: (1) Be computer literate in standard software applications; (2) Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and (3) Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship. Additional Information A completed online application is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: • Degree Programme (What are you currently studying) • Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme) • Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship (please also specify which three (3) out of six (6) Pillars you might be interested to undertake an internship in) • Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Applicants who are children or siblings of a staff member shall not be eligible to apply for an internship at the United Nations. Terms of the internship programme: • The minimum duration of this internship is three months, which can be extended up to a total period of six months. • For this internship, interns are expected to work on a full-time basis, under the supervision of a staff member at an appropriate level. The working hours will be discussed with your supervisor at the time of the interview. • A record of attendance shall be maintained by the receiving entity in order to ensure that the intern meets this requirement. • Interns serving in one entity do not have a right to transfer to another entity. • Full provisions related to the conditions and terms of the United Nations Internship Programme can be accessed on the following link: ******************************** No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
    $39k-49k yearly est. 8d ago
  • INTERN - PUBLIC INFORMATION

    United Nations 4.3company rating

    New York, NY job

    Expected duration 3-6 Months Duties and Responsibilities The position is located in the Financing for Sustainable Development Office (FSDO) in the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs and is for a period of three (3) months, with an opportunity and preference for extension up to a total of six (6) months, depending on the needs of the department. The intern will work under the supervision of the Policy Analysis and Development Branch (PADB). PADB is the coordinator and substantive editor of the Interagency Task Force on Financing for Development, whose annual Financing for Sustainable Development Report provides a concise overview of progress in implementing the Financing for Development outcomes while also providing recommendations for Member States' consideration at the FfD Forum. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned. Depending on the situation of the successful candidates, the internship may also offer a Flexible Work Arrangement to be conducted fully remote, hybrid (in-person and remote), and/or part-time. Responsibilities: PADB conducts research and policy analysis across the financing for development action areas-including sustainable private finance, domestic public resources, international development cooperation, debt sustainability, and the international financial architecture-and coordinates the annual Financing for Sustainable Development Report, which provides a concise assessment of progress in implementing Financing for Development outcomes and offers policy recommendations for Member States. PADB also leads global technical guidance on Integrated National Financing Frameworks (INFFs). The objective of this internship is to support the effective dissemination of PADB's analytical work at global Financing for Development events, among stakeholders, and through targeted communication channels. Under the supervision of a Staff Member of the Policy Analysis and Development Branch (PADB) at the Financing for Sustainable Development Office (FSDO) of UNDESA, the Intern will support research, analysis, and knowledge management activities across the financing for development action areas-including domestic public resources, private finance, international development cooperation, and debt sustainability, as well as on Integrated National Financing Frameworks (INFFs). Duties may include, but are not limited to: • Assist in the development and execution of a comprehensive communication strategy for disseminating analytical work; • Prepare, manage, and disseminate content related to PADB and INFFs for social media platforms, newsletters, targeted emails, event materials, and other communication channels; • Assistance in the work of the Inter-Agency Task Force on Financing for Development; • Conduct research and prepare background papers on financing for sustainable development issues, including issues related to INFF implementation. • Develop concept notes about the events, workshops, and seminars managed by the office; • Participate in planning and coordinating global FFD events, ensuring visibility of INFF content; • Engage with stakeholders through various channels; • Track and report on the effectiveness of communication strategies and suggest improvements where necessary; • Stay updated withthe latest trends, technologies, and methodologies in digital marketing and social media to ensure maximum effectiveness of communication strategies; • Support in any other communication-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor; • Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with the established policies and procedures. Competencies The United Nations Core Competencies include: Communication: -Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; -Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; -Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; -Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; -Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork: -Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; -Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others-Places team agenda before personal agenda; -Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; -Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Client Orientation: -Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients " and seeks to see things from the clients' point of view; -Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; -Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; -Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; -Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. The intern is expected to: • Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; • Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Qualifications/special skills To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following condition must be met: •Applicants to the programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent); •Be computer literate in standard software applications. •Study in the fields of communications or journalism is desirable. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master's or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants should have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams. Ability to draft news articles and/or social media posts is desirable. Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable. Study in the fields of communications or journalism is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the Internship Programme. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an asset. Additional Information Not available. Intern Specific text Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
    $41k-59k yearly est. 12d ago
  • ECP Spring 2026 - Centre for Financial and Monetary Systems, Sustainable Finance

    World Economic Forum 4.7company rating

    World Economic Forum job in New York, NY

    Please Note: This role requires the ability to work on site 3 days per week per company policy. This role is not eligible for relocation or work authorization support. This role is a full-time onsite employment contract of 6 months at the New York World Economic Forum office. Early Careers Programme start dates between 15 March and 15 April 2026. Monthly gross compensation of USD $4,550. Objective of the Programme: Sustainable Finance Team in the Financial and Monetary Systems (FMS) Centre is looking for a dedicated early careers program (ECP) candidate to join our dynamic team. The Sustainable Finance team engages a multistakeholder community of public and private financiers alongside industry stakeholders to accelerate the mobilization of capital towards climate and nature. The Sustainable Finance Team enables the transformation of the global financial system and architecture to encourage climate and nature action and to reinforce long-term value creation and economic growth. By engaging private financiers, MDBs and DFIs as well as policy makers. Scope of Work: The selected candidate will be responsible for: * 1/3 Project support, community engagement and coordination: Support the team in maintaining and organising engagement with members of the sustainable finance community, including participating in partner meetings and ensuring strategic follow-up. Liaise with internal Forum teams, such as the First Movers Coalition for Food and Industry respectively, to identify synergies across workstreams, coordinate activities, and support the scoping of new areas for collaboration with particular focus on finance pathways for hard-to-abate sectors and food value chain decarbonization.. * 1/3 Events planning and logistics, admin/operations: Help organise and facilitate virtual and in-person workshops for Working Groups and institutional events, including FMC finance roundtables and regional dialogues on industrial decarbonization. Build proficiency in Salesforce, Toplink, and other Forum platforms to ensure smooth operational delivery, including maintaining invitation trackers, coding interactions, managing workflows, coordinating calendar invites, updating community lists, and liaising with Partner Engagement Managers and the Legal team for invitations and materials. * 1/3 Research and Communication: Assist the team in conducting research on industry transformation and decarbonization for both heavy industry and food systems, including analysis of bankability challenges, green premiums, offtake structures and blended-finance approaches for first-of-a-kind (FOAK) projects Contribute to stakeholder mapping, value propositions, and high-impact slide decks and presentations for events, workshops, and partner engagements. Support the scoping, drafting and curation of impact stories or agenda blogs for the Sustainable Finance Team's initiatives including outputs highlighting emerging financing models and real-economy decarbonization progress. Desired Skills and Competencies: * Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work with leading experts and practitioners. * Excellent communication skills and command of English; ability to synthesize complex technical or financial topics for diverse audiences; fluency in another language is a plus; * Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performing and collaborative environment managing multiple priorities and stakeholders; * Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and quality in delivery. Why work at the Forum: The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
    $4.6k monthly Auto-Apply 20d ago
  • Treasury Manager

    R/Ga 4.9company rating

    New York, NY job

    In our 40-year history, we've changed a lot-from a culture-defining film title studio (Superman, Alien, Ghostbusters); to an interactive advertising agency; to an award-winning product and marketing agency with design, technology, communications, ventures and IP practices. We like change, and like to navigate our clients through it too. Our approach to work is always human first. This unwavering focus helps us create meaningful and memorable experiences that live across digital platforms and often blur the line between the digital and real worlds. We believe disruptive thinking happens when you collide experts in design, technology and culture. About the role The Treasury Manager at R/GA owns day to day global treasury operations, ensuring effective cash management, liquidity planning, debt compliance, and financial risk mitigation for R/GA's global, multi-entity operating model. The Treasury Manager will ensure the company meets lender and investor obligations, producing 13 week cash forecasts, covenant testing and scenario analysis to ensure R/GA's liquidity position. This role will be a direct report into R/GA's Global Controller and will partner closely with market finance directors and FP&A. Here's what you should know if you want to be a Treasury Manager at R/GA: On any given day you might * Monitor daily global cash positions across multiple currencies and entities; maintain cash visibility and short-term liquidity management * Prepare and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts in partnership with accounting and regional finance teams; model scenario impacts on liquidity * Execute and track foreign exchange transactions; analyze and report currency exposure and recommend hedging/mitigation strategies * Maintain a complete debt library and amortization / interest schedules for all facilities (term loans, revolver, etc.) * Own covenant calculation workbooks and a formal covenant testing calendar (monthly/quarterly tests, compliance certificates) * Prepare and deliver lender compliance reports and covenant certificates (with supporting schedules and reconciliations) on cadence * Perform covenant forecasting and scenario analysis (base, downside, stress cases) to identify potential covenant pressure well in advance * Partner with Legal and external counsel to interpret credit agreement language (incurrence vs. maintenance tests, permitted adjustments, restricted payments baskets, etc.) * Coordinate bank account covenants, cash-sweep mechanics, and any debt service reserve or restricted payment mechanics * Support inter-company funding, settlements, and netting across regions; coordinate inter-company cash flows and financing structures * Maintain and optimize bank account structures, bank signatory and control matrices, payment rails and banking relationships; manage bank reporting and fees * Partner with Accounting, FP&A and Legal to ensure treasury activities align with internal controls, SOX/compliance and audit requirements * Prepare regular treasury reporting and dashboards for leadership (cash, liquidity, FX exposure, covenant status, key risk metrics) and support ad-hoc treasury analytics. * Identify and lead process improvements and automation opportunities; champion finance transformation initiatives and adoption of treasury/ERP/TMS tools * Provide regular covenant/investor reporting to the private-equity sponsor and support investor requests and Board reporting related to leverage and liquidity The ideal person * Is comfortable owning treasury operations end-to-end while collaborating across a global organization with demonstrated experience managing debt covenant compliance for PE owned companies or other leveraged businesses * Strong communicator who can translate covenant mechanics and risk into clear, actionable guidance for finance leadership, the private-equity sponsor and lenders. * Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities * Balances attention to detail with the ability to think strategically about liquidity and risk * Communicates clearly and confidently with both finance and non-finance stakeholders * Brings a process-improvement mindset and enjoys building scalable solutions You bring * 7-10 years of experience in treasury, corporate finance, or cash management supporting multi-entity/global organizations * Direct experience managing debt covenant compliance and investor/lender reporting for PE-backed or leveraged companies * A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (CTP or MBA a plus) * Experience supporting agency, professional services, or project-based business experience preferred * Strong understanding of cash management, liquidity forecasting, FX exposure, and banking operations * NetSuite experience required; familiarity with treasury management systems (TMS), SAP, Hyperion, or similar ERP systems strongly preferred * Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and skilled in Google Workspace, with strong ability to analyze and clearly communicate financial data This role is based in the NYC area. Candidates must be located in the NYC tri-state region (NY, NJ, or CT) or willing to relocate. This position offers a hybrid work model, with regular in-person collaboration expected The hiring range for this position is $105,000 to $120,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's applicable skills, pertinent experience, and qualifications.
    $105k-120k yearly 34d ago
  • ECP Spring 2026 - Account Management, Communications & Technology and Media & Entertainment

    World Economic Forum 4.7company rating

    World Economic Forum job in New York, NY

    Please Note: This role requires the ability to work on site 3 days per week per company policy. This role is not eligible for relocation or work authorization support. This role is a full-time onsite employment contract of 6 months at the New York World Economic Forum office. Early Careers Programme start dates are between 15 March and 15 April 2026. Monthly gross compensation of USD $4,550. About the Programme The World Economic Forum is an international organization that brings together leaders from business, government, academia, and civil society to build industry, regional and global agendas, address systemic issues, and improve the state of the world. The Early Careers Programme (ECP) offers high-potential early-career professionals the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on complex global challenges, while developing core professional skills through exposure to cross-functional teams, senior leaders, and the Forum's unique multistakeholder platform. The Global Industries Team is responsible for building and managing the Forum 20+ global Industry Communities and for the strategic engagement of Forum Partners from North America and Europe across Industry Communities, the 11 Forum Centres and our Forum events. We are seeking an Early Careers Programme candidate who will support Account Managers on deepening engagement from our partners in the Communications & Technology and Media, Entertainment and Sport Industries. Scope of Work The selected candidate will be responsible for: * Supporting internal processes and select projects in preparation for partner participation across Forum's spring events. * Scheduling, and help preparing agendas throughout and capturing next steps for partner meetings including the pre-partner meetings with internal stakeholders. * Support in drafting external presentations to explain our value proposition and opportunities for year-round engagement. * Work collaboratively and support the team with operational duties (pre-event registration, visas, hotel allocation) in partnership with the Event Services team. * Help coordinate and follow up on accounting and finance matters. * Perform data cleaning and collaborate with the digital success and TopLink teams. * Contribute to the cluster efforts to improve efficiency and excellence of operation through improvement projects, taskforces. * Assist in organising Partner centric events and team offsites/workshops. Qualification and experience: * Bachelor's degree or above. * Experience in relationship management / customer servicing will be considered a plus. * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, literate in Salesforce is an important plus. * Fluency in English (written and spoken), with excellent relationship management and communication skills. * Robust organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. * Exceptional dedication to serving external stakeholders and working together effectively with internal stakeholders. * Collaborative, autonomous and proactive in seeking solutions and information in an ambiguous and complex environment. Why work at the Forum: The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
    $4.6k monthly Auto-Apply 12d ago
  • Legal Intern - Corporate and Institutional Law Team

    UNDP 4.5company rating

    New York job

    TOR - Legal Internship - Corporate and Institutional Law Team Background: As the United Nations lead agency on international development, UNDP works in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities, and to build resilience to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Our work is concentrated in three focus areas; sustainable development, democratic governance and peace building, and climate and disaster resilience. The Office of Legal Services in the Bureau for Management Services (BMS/OLS) serves as in-house counsel in UNDP. The Office provide advice and assistance on a range of legal matters relating to the UNDP's operations. OLS consists of three operational Teams: Corporate and Institutional Team (C&I), Programmes and Projects Team (P&P) and Administrative Law Team (AL). The Corporate and Institutional Law Practice (C&I) in BMS/OLS is seeking a Legal Intern to support its work. The C&I Team is responsible for handling institutional and commercial legal matters with respect to diverse contracts (services, goods, works, leases, banking arrangements, etc) with vendors, consultants and other personnel of the organization, disputes and claims with such vendors, consultants and other personnel, privileges and immunities of the Organization, legal aspects of public sector financing agreements, multi-partner trust fund arrangements, and inter-agency arrangements (including agency services.) The C&I Team is also responsible for policy review and the development, creation, and updating of corporate legal templates. Description of Responsibilities: Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Senior Legal Advisor and Head of C&I, the C&I legal intern will provide support and assistance to the lawyers of the C&I team by carrying out the following tasks: Review of documents, including standard and non-standard legal instruments and contracts in relation to arrangements with vendors, contractors, consultants, donors and other entities, entered into further to UNDP's operations and activities. Support in the review of disputes and claims. Conduct legal research on complex issues and drafting legal documents and communications. Support training sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to promote awareness of UNDP's legal framework among internal stakeholders, including with respect to legal templates. Provide general support to the C&I Team on ongoing matters, knowledge management and team operations. The internship is very hands on and allows for a great deal of interaction and opportunity to receive guidance from and engage with C&I lawyers on a wide variety of legal issues. Competencies: Core Achieve Results: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline. Think Innovatively: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements. Learn Continuously: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback. Adapt with Agility: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty; is flexible. Act with Determination Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident. Engage and Partner Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships. Enable Diversity and Inclusion Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination. Cross-Functional and Technical Competencies Business Development - Knowledge Generation Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need. Business Management - Communication Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Legal - Knowledge of applicable legal framework Understanding of the legal norms as applied to the United Nations in general, and to UNDP in particular. This includes an understanding of the structure, functioning and operations of UNDP within the broader UN system and the application of international treaties, including the UN Charter, UN General Assembly resolutions, as well as an understanding of the internal legal framework (financial regulations and rules, policies, and procedures) of UNDP. Legal - Legal Writing Skills The ability to analyze fact patterns and present argumentation in written form. This includes the ability to draft memoranda, legal briefs and other submissions to external parties, in both an advocacy and objective format. It also includes the ability to convey legal analysis and recommendations to internal parties in written form. Legal - Legal Research The ability to identify and retrieve information to support legal positions and corporate decision making from all relevant sources. In the UNDP context, this skill includes proactive seeking of information in anticipation of the different aspects that any given issue may present. Qualifications: Education: Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: a) enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor's degree or equivalent) in law; b) enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master's programme, or higher) in law or a related subject; c) enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program in law or a related subject, and undertake the internship as part of this program; d) have recently graduated with a university degree (a master's or bachelor's degree or equivalent) and, if selected, must start the internship within one year of graduation. Experience, Knowledge and Skills: Previous experience working in a legal context is an asset. Knowledge of the organization of the UN system, and specifically UNDP, is an asset. Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage. UNDP Terms & Conditions for Internship UNDP interns are eligible to receive a monthly stipend, with the rate that varies depending on the duty location. The stipend will be paid monthly, and part-time internship arrangements are prorated accordingly. Where an intern is financially supported by an institution, government or third party, UNDP will (subject to the rules of such institution, government or third party) pay the intern the difference, if any, between the external financial support provided and the applicable UNDP stipend. Except for the stipend, all other expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern, sponsoring government or institution. The intern must provide proof of health insurance coverage for the duration of the internship; Interns are not staff and therefore, are not covered by UN Staff Regulations and Rules; Application Procedure: The application should be submitted via this website and should contain: a) Cover Letter that describes the candidate's motivation for applying for the position; b) Curriculum Vitae. Please group all your documents into one (1) single PDF document as the system only allows to upload a maximum of one document. The Selected Candidate will be required to Provide the Following Additional Documents: Medical Certificate of good health from a recognized physician. If the intern is expected to travel outside the country of their residence, other than to Europe and North America, the physician must indicate whether the intern is fit to travel and has had the required inoculations for the country or countries to which the intern is to travel; Proof of health insurance coverage valid for the duration of the internship; Official letter from the University confirming enrollment in a degree program, specifying the subject and level of the program and expected graduation date, or Diploma if the intern has graduated within the last year; Copy of current school Transcript if enrolled in school, or transcript from most recently completed year.
    $59k-86k yearly est. Auto-Apply 21d ago
  • INTERN - PUBLIC INFORMATION - UN WEB TV

    United Nations 4.3company rating

    New York, NY job

    Expected duration 4-6 Months Duties and Responsibilities The Language Intern will directly report to the corresponding UN Web TV website Language manager under the overall guidance of the Chief of the Unit. The Intern will contribute to the daily live and on-demand streaming coverage of United Nations meetings and events through the UN Web TV platform (********************** The candidate will be trained to use a cloud video platform to upload videos along with relevant language metadata for publishing on the UN Web TV website. The intern may also assist with the live and on-demand streaming on Social Media accounts, including the UN Youtube channel, Facebook (UNWebTV) and Twitter (UNWebTV) as well as with other tasks. Qualifications/special skills To qualify for an internship with the United Nations New York Headquarters Internship Programme, Department of Global Communications, the following conditions must be met: 1. Applicants must: (a) Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) Be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent). 2. Be computer literate in standard word processing and spreadsheets software applications; Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Special Notice A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: - Degree Programme (What are you currently studying?) - Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?) - List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in. - List your top three areas of interest. - Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. - Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. Applicants who are children or siblings of a staff member shall not be eligible to apply for an internship at the United Nations. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work. experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master's or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor's, Master's or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants should have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams. Ability to draft news articles and/or social media posts in desirable. Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Additional Information Not available. Intern Specific text Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
    $33k-47k yearly est. 10d ago
  • ECP Spring 2026 - Centre for Urban Transformation, Sports and 24-Hour Economy

    World Economic Forum 4.7company rating

    World Economic Forum job in New York, NY

    Please Note: This role requires the ability to work on site 3 days per week per company policy. This role is not eligible for relocation or work authorization support. This role is a full-time onsite employment contract of 6 months at the New York World Economic Forum office. Early Careers Programme start dates between 15 March and 15 April 2026. Monthly gross compensation of USD $4,550. Objective of the Programme: The World Economic Forum is expanding its work on Experience Economy including sports, major events, and the 24-Hour Economy to unlock their potential as drivers of economic development, community impact, and more resilient local economies. This includes a new global multistakeholder initiative on sports bringing together business, governments, cities, sports organizations, and civil society to address key challenges, share best practices, and spark collaboration. In parallel, the Forum continues to scale its work on the 24-Hour Economy, supporting communities and businesses to leverage culture and experience-driven activities to strengthen local economies and quality of life. As these workstreams grow in scope and partner engagement, we are recruiting additional support to help deliver convenings, coordinate multistakeholder communities, develop content and insights, and support effective cross-Forum coordination. We are seeking an Early Career Programme trainee to support the development and delivery of our work on sports and the 24-Hour Economy. This role will support community building, convenings, content development, and cross-Forum coordination for two growing workstreams that sit at the intersection of economic development, communities, and the experience economy. The role offers exposure to senior leaders from business, government, sports organizations, and civil society, and provides hands-on experience in multistakeholder initiatives, global convenings, and strategic project delivery. Scope of Work: * 35% Coordination and project management. Support day-to-day coordination across the sports and 24-Hour Economy workstreams, including communication and alignment with teams across the Forum, tracking timelines and deliverables, and providing general project management support to ensure smooth execution of activities. * 25% Community and partner engagement. Support outreach to existing partners and potential stakeholders across business, government, sports federations and leagues, and civil society. Assist with maintaining partner relationships, tracking engagement, and supporting ongoing community management activities. * 25% Convenings and events support. Support the curation, development, and delivery of convenings and events. This includes maintaining a convenings calendar, supporting agenda development, and providing administrative and logistical support before, during, and after meetings. * 15% Content curation and planning. Support the curation and development of content, including briefing notes, session materials, and summaries. Assist with planning and maintaining a calendar of content releases aligned with key milestones and convenings. Value Proposition of the Programme: * Effective coordination and project management, including the ability to track timelines, manage multiple workstreams, follow up on actions, and support the timely delivery of activities across the sports and 24-Hour Economy initiatives. * High-quality support for convenings and events, demonstrated through strong preparation, smooth logistics, clear documentation, and effective follow-up for Forum meetings, roundtables, workshops, and partner engagements. * Consistent and clear communication, ensuring that internal teams and external stakeholders have up-to-date information, materials, and next steps, and that coordination across Forum teams is well managed. * Community and partner engagement support, including maintaining accurate partner records, supporting outreach to existing and potential partners, and contributing to effective community management. * Content accuracy and organization, ensuring that briefing materials, meeting notes, and digital content are well structured, accurate, and kept up to date, and supporting content planning aligned with key milestones. * Proactive contribution and reliability, shown through responsiveness, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate needs and support the team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Desired Skills and Competencies: * Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are an asset * Strong organizational skills, high attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively * Demonstrated ability to support stakeholder management and coordinate with internal teams and external partners * Interest in sport, cities, culture, the experience economy, or community and economic development, and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, international environment Why work at the Forum: The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
    $4.6k monthly Auto-Apply 20d ago
  • DOCUMENTS DISTRIBUTION ASSISTANT

    United Nations 4.3company rating

    New York, NY job

    Org. Setting and Reporting This is a temporary position for an initial period of six months. The position is located in the Office of the Executive Secretary in the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC). It is under the supervision of the Senior Advisor in the Office. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Documents Management Assistant is responsible for the following duties: • Maintain the electronic database of documents and files for use in ICSC by senior management and staff and substantive divisions of the ICSC secretariat. • Enhance the documentation center current and archive systems in electronic versions by classifying information and updating records; • Assist in digitizing all hard copy files in preparation for flexible workspace • Obtain and maintain publications in different languages and determine archive needs • Respond to document-related queries within the department. • Provide assistance for all meetings of the ICSC by ensuring timely provision of official documentation for all sessions of the Commission in collaboration with counterparts. • Coordinate the dispatch of all documents to and from meetings, following up on delivery and resolving problems for timely receipt of packages. • Update on a regular basis the intranet-based library information resources including participating in the refinement of research parameters based on feedback from users of the system. • Research reference documents in the documentation center as well as external information sources in order to provide background material on specific issues for use in ICSC studies. • Receive requests for information from other UN agencies and NGO bodies and provide responses accordingly. • Initiate low value office furniture and supplies as necessary in Umoja. • Keep an electronic inventory of supplies. • Perform general office management functions including maintaining an electronic registry of correspondence and Registry plan for the ICSC. • Carry out ad hoc tasks assigned by supervisor. Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge of the UN documentation, archiving and records management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. Education High school diploma or equivalent is required. Job - Specific Qualification The minimum years of relevant experience is desirable and reduced to two years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Work Experience A minimum number of years of general office experience including imaging of documentation, archiving, or library is required. Some experience digitizing and organizing documents into folders is desirable Some knowledge of the work of ICSC is desirable Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. There are no additional desirable languages. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult ************************ for details). Required Languages LanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeakingEnglishUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level II Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special Notice At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term "sexual exploitation" means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term "sexual abuse" means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term "sexual harassment" means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator's working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
    $28k-33k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Global Cards Solutions Operations Subject Matter Expert (SME)

    United Nations Federal Credit Union 4.3company rating

    Islandia, NY job

    Why join this team Responsible for identifying or implementing initiatives that proactively address operational and member needs. The main responsibilities include supporting the GCS team or internal partners on systems and/or procedures, researching and resolving more complex issues, and aligning with QA team to streamline processes. In addition, the Operations SME will liaise with external partners to ensure optimal operations of card products and services. This position is expected to be hybrid. NYC Salary Range - $78,120 - $90,559 annually; compensation is commensurate to geographic location. What you'll do Regardless of seniority or role, uphold UNFCU's mission, core values, and guiding principles by providing an exceptional service experience to colleagues and members alike through consistent demonstration of our service excellence behaviors. Serve as escalation point for GCS team members in evaluating and resolving difficult/complex problems regarding member, operational or system issues. Monitor and track system updates and outages, and relay information to internal partners. Make recommendations for procedural improvements and review system capabilities to create efficiencies in processes. Possess a solid understanding of Springboard, DNA and AIM and the ability to provide a clear explanation of system functionality to others. Track and monitor open audit items and develop solutions for closing recommendations. Develop test case scenarios for new processes and communicate feedback to internal/external partners on results and make recommendations on enhancements. Work with Product team to transition new/enhanced products or services to daily operational functions. Work with QA team to develop training materials and provide training for GCS team and cross-functional departments for existing processes and new products and services. Participate in Operations calls; track and research open items, follow up with partners to find solutions, and communicate outcomes to participants. Define business requirements and recommend solutions that will utilize system functionality to enhance and streamline daily processing. Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including end-users, product management, internal/external partners and senior staff members. Participate in Credit Union training programs. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and UNFCU's Code of Ethics & Business Conduct What we're seeking Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience 3-5 years of financial services environment supporting card operations with a progression of responsibility experience Computer proficiency and technical aptitude; strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Competency in related systems including FD and Fiserv systems Knowledge of operations related to member service and/or financial or card product knowledge Strong knowledge of debit and credit card processing What makes you stand out Knowledge of Regulation E and Regulation Z is a plus Strong oral and written communication skills, analytical skills and reasoning ability Ability to handle changing deadlines and multiple concurrent tasks Ability to work independently and within a team environment Who we are UNFCU is a global not-for-profit financial institution that serves the UN community. We are committed to providing peace of mind to our members and colleagues and strive to achieve service excellence in all that we do. The best part of UNFCU is the people. Those that choose to work with us often find personal fulfillment, professional growth and a purposeful culture. UNFCU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. UNFCU prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by country, federal, state or local laws
    $78.1k-90.6k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Facilities and Hospitality Coordinator

    World Economic Forum 4.7company rating

    World Economic Forum job in New York, NY

    This role requires 5 days per week on site in our NY office 7:30am - 3:30pm This role is not eligible for relocation or work authorization support. The annual salary range for this role is $60,000-80,000 in New York. The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the international organization for public-private cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. Why We're Recruiting As part of the NY Operations team, the Facilities & Hospitality Coordinator ensures a well-functioning, welcoming office environment and delivers high-quality facilities and hospitality support for meetings and events hosted in our New York office. Reporting Lines & Key Interfaces The Facilities & Hospitality Coordinator reports to the Office Operations Manager and works closely with the Hospitality/Events team, AV/IT team, Security team, building management, security, and external vendors/contractors. Responsibilities Facilities Operations * Maintain office, conference rooms, and staff areas to a high standard; conduct daily walkthroughs and remediate issues promptly, and scheduling painting and preventative maintenance twice a year. * Ensure all equipment and machinery are fully operational, including conducting or placing specified work orders for repairs/maintenance. * Manage Building work orders end-to-end (submission, vendor coordination, close-out). * Assist with deliveries, moves, and small workplace projects; coordinate waste/recycling. Safety, Security & Compliance * Collaborate with Office Manager for internal safety and security training (coordination with Security Affairs and P&C). * Assist with maintaining safety and compliance equipment (e.g., extinguishers, AEDs, signage, first-aid kits): place work orders and schedule service as needed. * Ensure egress routes are clear; maintain visibility of emergency signage and compliance postings. * Support incident response (e.g., power outages, leaks, equipment failure) and escalate timely. * Assist with drills and compliance checks; maintain documentation. Events & Hospitality Support * Coordinate event logistics: room sets, furniture moves, signage, catering, staging, and resets (including lifting/moves as needed). * Support AV/IT setups in coordination with the AV/IT specialist (plug-and-play checks, cable management, basic troubleshooting/escalation). * This role may include occasional travel to other Forum offices or event locations to provide on-site facilities and event support as needed. Inventory, Purchasing & Logistics * Manage and maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation and inventory of office, including stationery, equipment, pantry supplies, and furniture, sharing updates regularly with the Operations Manager. * Handle all office purchasing (supplies, snacks, minor equipment, consumables) in accordance with procurement policies and within budget parameters set by the Operations Manager. * Handle all office deliveries and maintain daily contact with vendors on order status; track lead times and escalate delays when needed. Vendor, Building & Compliance * Serve as day-to-day liaison with building engineers/management, security, and contractors; escort as required in collaboration with the Security team. * Keep an accurate track of vendor and supplier terms, service contracts, and budget within their supplier scope. * Monitor contractor performance and safety; verify work meets scope and Forum standards. People Moves & Workplace Support * Collaborate with People and Culture with On/Offboarding: prepare welcome supplies for newcomers; clean up and reset desks. * Collaborate with Office Operations Manager to keep track of the office seating plan; manage seat assignments for newcomers and leavers. What Success Looks Like * Flawless room readiness and event turnarounds; positive internal and external client feedback. * High proficiency of Preventive Maintenance intervals; accurate, up-to-date logs and documentation. * Proactive issue spotting and swift resolution with minimal disruption to staff/events. * Professional, service-oriented demeanor; clear communication with stakeholders. Preferred Requirements and Experience * 3+years relevant experience in facilities operations, events/hospitality, or corporate services. * Experience with Building Engines, Prism or similar work-order/CMMS platforms preferred. * Strong organizational skills; ability to balance daily operations with event timelines. * Hands-on aptitude for basic repairs and safe equipment handling. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office/365; basic familiarity with ticketing/CMMS and inventory spreadsheets. * Comfort collaborating with vendors and building personnel; sound judgment and discretion. * Ability to take accurate measurements of rooms, furniture, and equipment, and record dimensions in both centimeters (cm) and inches (in). * Ability to read and interpret floor plans, layouts, and equipment labels. * Understanding of floor-by-floor headcount allocations and capacity planning principles. * Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50 lbs; frequent walking, bending, and standing. * Ability to work early mornings, late evenings, or occasional weekends during events as needed. Why work at the Forum: The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
    $60k-80k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Industry Communities Specialist, Information and Community Technology

    World Economic Forum 4.7company rating

    World Economic Forum job in New York, NY

    Please Note: This role requires the ability to work on site 3 days per week per company policy. This role is not eligible for relocation or work authorization support. This is a temporary role with duration of 6 months. The annual salary range for this role is $80,000-$85,000 in New York. The World Economic Forum is an international organization that brings together leaders from business, government, academia, and civil society to build industry, regional and global agendas, address systemic issues, and improve the state of the world. The Global Industries Team is responsible for building and managing the Forum 20+ global Industry Communities and for the strategic engagement of Forum Partners from North America and Europe across Industry Communities, the 11 Forum Centres and our Forum events. We are searching an Industry Communities Specialist, who will ensure alignment, consistency, and efficient operations across the Communications & Technology and Media, Entertainment and Sport industry communities, in alignment with the vision, strategy and goals of the Global Industries Team. The Industry Communities Specialist will report into the Head of Communications & Technology Industries. Responsibilities of the Industry Communities Specialist include: * Coordinating and supporting the activities of the Communications & Technology (C&T) and Media, Entertainment and Sport (MES) Industry Communities, and ensuring efficient operations * Communicating with external and internal stakeholders to support the delivery of quality industry communities and related activities in a timely manner * Serving as the team's internal point of contact for the management of Forum-wide internal processes and activities relevant to the both the C&T and MES industry communities * Conduct desktop research on company news, strategic priorities and major investments to inform the curation of the Forum value proposition for partners in these industries; providing research and organization support to team as needed * Providing support for the maintenance of the C&T and MES industry communities' records in our systems and databases (e.g., Governors and Strategy Officers Communities) To be successful, the Industries Communities Specialist should: * Contribute to the operational efficiency of the team by supporting and coordinating industry communities' activities and making best use of current and future process and digital tools * Ensure seamless execution of the communities' activities and workshops across all Forum events * Respond to requests in a timely manner, provide administrative support as needed and ensure industry communities' records are kept up to date * Identify areas for continuous improvement and streamlining of the team's process and approach Requirements and preferred experience * Bachelor's degree in a related field * 2+ years of relevant experience with a focus on strategy coordination, project management and/or process improvement * Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with and manage expectations of senior executives and their staff with confidence * Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Power Point, Excel) and Salesforce * Ability to thrive in a demanding environment and handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously * Demonstrate excellent organizational, project and time management skills, and possess high attention to detail * Exceptional organizational skills and a strong work ethic * Responsible, independent, and self-driven; Self-starting, independent thinker who thrives as a flexible team player Why work at the Forum: The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
    $80k-85k yearly Auto-Apply 47d ago
  • Digital Product Manager (Multiple) (Home-Based) (Open to All applicants)

    UNDP 4.5company rating

    Remote or New York job

    Office/Unit/Project Description UNDP is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN Development System and serves as the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP's policy work, carried out at headquarters, regional, and country office levels, forms a contiguous spectrum from deep local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy. In this context, UNDP invests in the Global Policy Network (GPN), which brings together field-based and global technical expertise across a wide range of knowledge domains to deliver the signature solutions and organizational capabilities envisioned in the Strategic Plan. Within the GPN, the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) leads on developing policy and guidance to advance UNDP's Strategic Plan. BPPS staff provide technical advice to Country Offices, advocate for UNDP's corporate positions, represent UNDP in multi-stakeholder fora, and engage in inter-agency coordination across thematic areas. The Digital, AI and Innovation (DAI) Hub is part of this architecture. It brings together UNDP's expertise in digital transformation, data, AI, and systems innovation to help countries harness new technologies as enablers of sustainable and inclusive development. The Hub serves as an integrated platform, offering advisory support, technical assistance, and capacity development to governments and partners in over 170 countries. It co-creates digital transformation journeys, strengthens national and institutional capabilities, and mobilizes partnerships to build inclusive digital ecosystems. By leveraging UNDP's global presence, development intelligence, and portfolio approach, the Hub equips countries to anticipate risks, adapt to uncertainty, and harness digital, data and AI responsibly as forces for people and planet. Read more about the UNDP Strategic Plan 2026 - 2029. To bring digital development around the globe, we need someone who can manage digital products that advance digital development at UNDP. The position of Digital Product Manager will be part of the team in Product Studio at the Digital, AI and Innovation Hub, BPPS, and report to the Head of Digital Experience. The Digital Product Manager will work in line with the UNDP Digital Standards. Scope of Work The Digital Product Manager will oversee a portfolio of digital products and support product development process for digital concepts for UNDP and broader UN teams. The role will involve the ongoing evolution and management of products that enable digital transformation and effective delivery of UN and Government programmes. Specifically, the Digital Product Manager will be responsible for the development of new product ideas, ready-to-scale products, and matured products developed with UN, UNDP BPPS, Crisis Bureau, regional, and country office teams. Under the supervision of the Head of Digital Experience, the product manager will be responsible for the following: Advice on Product planning Utilize human-centred design and design research methods to design products which are user-friendly, meet user and stakeholder needs, and solve the problems in focus. Facilitate co-design workshops and processes to ensure resulting products are desirable, viable, and feasible. Work with internal or vendor software developers to plan, scope, and deliver technical product builds. Develop and agree product plans/roadmaps with the relevant UNDP stakeholder/sponsor of the digital product. Develop pragmatic agile management processes to ensure products continue to be user centric, cost-efficient and impact oriented. Build strong relationships to ensure appropriate product oversight and organisational buy in required for the product vision to be realised. Regularly communicate and present product roadmaps to relevant teams within CDO and UNDP at large. Drive thought leadership on digital product management. Ensure Product and service development Enable continuous development process for products under management, with iterative customer and stakeholder feedback, deploying regular product releases and fixes. Implement and maintain the necessary technical and organizational infrastructure for product delivery, including documentation/communications materials, working with internal or vendor software development teams. Develop and implement quality standards and assurance processes by meeting/exceeding relevant UNDP and industry digital standards. Provide strategic advice to management and continuous improvement Implement ongoing product methodology and quality improvements in line with the relevant product roadmap. Provide responsive product support to relevant UNDP internal clients. Expand the breadth and depth of resources that enable greater levels of customer satisfaction through targeted automation, including templates, detailed documentation and standard operating procedures. Provide product training sessions for relevant teams in UNDP, including UNDP regional and country office focal points. Identify and synthesize best practices and lessons learned directly linked to unit activities. Provide substantive and sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice including corporate communications repositories. Organize and provide training, consultancy, and advice to staff on internal and external knowledge management. Work with the Programme team to ensure all knowledge products are captured, updated, readily available and in the right order, as and when necessary. Lead the effort of knowledge management and dissemination The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Competencies Core Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity Cross-Functional & Technical competencies Digital & innovation Digital product design: Ability to design digital products which are user-centred, intuitive, functional and achieve desired outcomes Digital product management: Ability to design and lead digital product development including testing, ongoing product iteration, product strategy and delivery. User-centred design, user research, user testing: Knowledge of user-centred design methodologies and ability to apply them practically Programming, Web and App Development: Ability to build websites, platforms and apps that are effective and intuitive to use. System thinking: Ability to use objective analysis to understand interconnections within systems and how changes in one area impact others. Effective decision making: Ability to take timely and efficient decisions within one's authority, area of expertise, and available resources. Communication: Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner across different audiences and contexts. Minimum Qualifications of the Successful IPSA Min. Education requirements An advanced university degree (master´s degree) in business, management, computer science, mathematics, design, or software engineering with a strong focus on technology. A first-level university degree (bachelor´s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of master´s degree. Min. years of relevant work experience Minimum 5 years (with master´s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor´s degree) of relevant professional experience in designing, managing, and implementing digital projects. Required skills We are looking for a technically capable product manager and with a passion for scaling and operationalizing new and proven solutions. The successful candidate will be able to assess and understand digital products and engage effectively with relevant stakeholders to plan and implement product roadmaps for impact. Demonstrated proficiency in required technical areas, including design thinking, agile methodology, enterprise web/software development, product development, user research and testing and stakeholder management. Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent technical communication with peers and non-technical stakeholders Ability to synthesize technical information and translate it into accessible products and systems. Desired skills Experience in managing diverse teams and senior stakeholders around complex challenges. Experience in managing technical software vendors. Understanding of different contexts and experience working with developing countries. Knowledge of international development and key challenges affecting developing countries is desired. Excellent at giving and receiving feedback in positive, constructive ways. Experience in sales and client experience management. Required Language(s) Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. Equal opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all. Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. Right to select multiple candidates UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Scam alert UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see ************************
    $120k-164k yearly est. Auto-Apply 7d ago
  • Process Improvement Lead - Global Cards Solutions

    United Nations Federal Credit Union 4.3company rating

    Islandia, NY job

    Why join this team Performs analytics, reporting, change management, training and process improvement efforts for debit/credit card operations, fraud/dispute processing, card transaction settlement and Regulation E and Z with a specific focus on overall card system operations. Works with various teams to ensure that new guidelines, programs and procedures are communicated, implemented, and consistently applied. Works closely with the Global Cards Solutions management team to recommend and assess changes necessary to meet regulatory requirements and improve operational efficiency. Provides process improvement insights for projects and operations. This position is expected to be hybrid. NYC Salary Range - $88,190- $110,280 annually; compensation is commensurate to geographic location. What you'll do Regardless of seniority or role, uphold UNFCU's mission, core values, and guiding principles by providing an exceptional service experience to colleagues and members alike through consistent demonstration of our service excellence behaviors. Serve as subject matter expert (SME) across Global Cards Solutions on all processes, enhancements and projects; assist with all departmental and inter-departmental project related activities; monitor and report progress. Perform analysis on card processing and meet with member experience team to identify and improve inefficiencies in the process. Assess cardholder fraud, dispute resolution, and transaction settlement policies, procedures, processes, and workflows. Recommend ongoing enhancements to improve member experience and operational effectiveness. Evaluate self-service tools within digital banking and suggest improvements where necessary. Solicit ideas and input from Global Cards Solutions management and business stakeholders regarding new processes and projects to better align services, offerings, policies and systems; take action on requests as approved or appropriate; collaborate with others in design and implementation. Stay abreast of regulatory and policy changes in the area of debit and credit cards to ensure compliance with federal regulations, VISA and UNFCU policies, procedures and standards. Support management to ensure the achievement of balanced scorecard goals and other desired performance metrics. Participate in UAT, CIT, and system upgrades/enhancements and implementations. Promote a strong service and support environment that is consistent with UNFCU's service excellence behaviors and standards; investigate, review, and assign issues to team supervisors and managers related to member concerns, executive feedback, problems and projects to ensure they are addressed within established procedures and timeframes. Fulfill day-to-day workflow, exception handling, and/or problem solving support activities as needed. Work closely with other UNFCU departments and staff to facilitate effective implementation of changes in procedures, as well as new products and services, within Global Cards Solutions. Represent the department at meetings and special work groups related to card operations as directed. Work with Training & Quality Assurance Supervisor to ensure delivery of high quality training and work with Global Cards Solutions team to coordinate internal training initiatives; maintain training curriculum, materials and procedures. Lead process documentation and mapping initiatives to ensure transparency, standardization, and scalability of key workflows. Champion a culture of continuous improvement by mentoring team members on process design, root cause analysis, and data-driven decision-making. Perform additional responsibilities as required by management. Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and UNFCU's Code of Ethics & Business Conduct. What we're seeking Bachelor's degree OR equivalent work experience 5+ years of increasingly responsible experience in the retail banking/financial services industry with a focus on card services and operations Full range of knowledge of financial products and services, as well as policies, procedures and systems used within the cards environment Ability to plan, organize, and implement processes and procedures to support efficient operations, with particular emphasis on a high-volume cards environment Strong proficiency in relevant software applications, particularly cards related systems, Microsoft Excel, Visio and Power Point Strong problem solving skills and professional oral and written communication skills Strong negotiation, coordination and organizational skills What makes you stand out Prior supervisory/management and/or project management experience is helpful Experience leading cross-functional process improvement or automation initiatives preferred. Experience with business process modeling tools or workflow automation software (e.g., Power Automate, Appian, or similar) a plus. Strong analytical and data visualization skills, with proficiency in tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or SQL preferred. Familiarity with robotic process automation (RPA), workflow digitization, or AI-based process improvement tools is desirable. Six Sigma Certification a plus Who we are UNFCU is a global not-for-profit financial institution that serves the UN community. We are committed to providing peace of mind to our members and colleagues and strive to achieve service excellence in all that we do. The best part of UNFCU is the people. Those that choose to work with us often find personal fulfillment, professional growth and a purposeful culture. UNFCU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. UNFCU prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by country, federal, state or local laws.
    $88.2k-110.3k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • DIRECTOR, POLITICAL AFFAIRS

    United Nations 4.3company rating

    New York, NY job

    Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the single regional political-operational structure shared by the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and of Peace Operations (DPPA-DPO), in the Northern Africa Division. The Director reports directly to the Assistant Secretary-General (ASG) for Africa in DPPA-DPO, and through her to the Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and the Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Director will be responsible for the following: •Direct and manage the work of the Northern Africa Division of the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and of Peace Operations; formulate and implement the substantive work programme of the Division under his/her supervision, determining priorities, and allocating resources for the completion of outputs and their timely delivery. •Oversee the management of activities undertaken by the Division, including the formulation and implementation of its annual workplan ensuring that programmed activities are carried out in a timely fashion, and coordinate work in the different areas, both within the Division and Department, and with other organizations of the United Nations system, donors and agencies, as appropriate. •Contribute to the formulation of the departments overall strategies and policies by participating in various committees, preparing documents on policy issues, and acting, as required, in an advisory capacity to the USGs/ASG; contribute to the overall management of the Departments' activities and operations. •Follow political, security and other developments in the countries of the Northern Africa region to provide early warning of tensions and potential conflicts, in support of the Secretary-General's responsibilities in the maintenance of international peace and security. •Exercise overall management of timely provision of political analyses, briefing notes, background papers and talking points to the Secretary-General, the Under-Secretary-Generals and the Assistant Secretary-General, and of reports to the General Assembly and Security Council, and other policymaking organs, as appropriate. •Provide experienced counsel and support to Special Representatives, Heads of Mission, Coordinators or Envoys of the Secretary-General. Maintain regular contacts with field missions (both peacekeeping and special political missions) and engage in monitoring and support to those missions. •Provide senior assistance, analysis, advice and recommendations for possible actions to the Assistant Secretary-General and the relevant Under-Secretary-Generals on preventative diplomacy and peacemaking, as well as peacekeeping, in relation to political and security developments in Northern Africa and relevant regional and subregional organizations. •Coordinate and maintain regular contacts with Member States, regional and sub-regional organizations, other relevant Departments and offices of the UN secretariat, and UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes on issues under the purview of the Division. Lead related inter-agency task forces and working groups. •Reports to intergovernmental bodies on budget/programme performance or on programmatic/substantive issues, as appropriate, particularly those presented in biannual and/or annual reports. •Coordinate and oversee the preparation of reports for presentation to the Security Council and other policy-making organs, as appropriate. •Ensure that the outputs produced by the Division maintain high-quality standards; that reports are clear, objective and based on comprehensive data. Ensure that all outputs produced by the Division meet required standards before completion to ensure they comply with the relevant mandates. •Undertake or oversee the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Division, including preparation of inputs to the budgets, assigning and monitoring of performance parameters and critical indicators, reporting on budget/programme performance, preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting, evaluation of staff performance. •Oversee the recruitment of staff for the Division taking due account of geographical and gender balance and other institutional values. •Ensure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; manage, guide, develop and train staff under his/her supervision; foster teamwork and communication among staff in the Division and across organizational boundaries. •Chair meetings, seminars, etc., on substantive-related issues; represent the Organization at relevant international, regional, inter-agency meetings, seminars and conferences; provide programmatic/substantive expertise on an issue, or hold programmatic/substantive and organizational discussions with representatives of other institutions. •Perform other related duties as requested by the senior management of the Organization. Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge of of political and peacebuilding affairs in North Africa, as well as relevant regional and sub-regional organizations. Shows ability to conduct political and conflict analysis and oversee the preparation of analytical reports and papers on technical issues and political developments, as well as review and edit the work of others. Shows ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments. Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards. Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules. Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments. Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands Judgement/decision making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly. Gathers relevant information before making a decision. Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them. Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization. Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information. Checks assumptions against facts. Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision. Makes tough decisions when necessary. Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in politics or international relations, law or international law, social sciences or another related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific Qualification Not available. Work Experience A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in diplomacy, international affairs, political affairs, peacebuilding or a related area is required. Experience in peace and security matters in Northern Africa is required. Experience in providing analysis and developing strategy or policy in support of senior-level political engagement is required. A minimum of three years of experience in Africa, preferably in Northern Africa, is required. Experience managing diverse teams at the senior level is required. Experience working in a conflict or post-conflict setting is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Either French or Arabic is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult ************************ for details). Required Languages LanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeakingEnglishUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIFrenchUN Level IUN Level IUN Level IUN Level IArabicUN Level IUN Level IUN Level IUN Level I Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview. Core values and competencies will be assessed throughout the evaluation process. Special Notice At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfil the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter. For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or under-represented in the UN Secretariat as of 31st October 2025, are strongly encouraged to apply: Andorra, Angola, Belize, Brunei Darussalam, China, Cuba, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Libya, Liechtenstein, Malta, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Monaco, Nauru, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu, Germany, San Marino, Russian Federation. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. Applicants who have reached the mandatory age of separation are not eligible to apply for job openings The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfil the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term "sexual exploitation" means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term "sexual abuse" means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term "sexual harassment" means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator's working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
    $104k-167k yearly est. 4d ago

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