Programme Officer
Organizational Context
The Department of Peace Operations (DPO) provides global direction for UN Peacekeeping operations, engaging with international bodies, contributors, and conflict parties to implement mandates. It also supports UN political and peacebuilding missions. This Programme Officer role is situated within the Office of the Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations (OUSG) and reports to a Political Affairs Officer.
Job Purpose
The Programme Officer will support the development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of the A4P initiative. This involves monitoring and analyzing programme and project progress, identifying issues, proposing solutions, and liaising with stakeholders. The role requires overseeing data collection and analysis to inform policy and products, conducting research, and preparing various written outputs such as reports and presentations. Additionally, the incumbent will provide substantive support for meetings, conduct outreach activities, and coordinate budget and funding-related activities. Guidance and training on data collection and assessment results dissemination for peacekeeping missions will also be a key function.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include participating in the development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of the A4P initiative. This involves monitoring and analyzing programme/project progress, reviewing documents, identifying and resolving issues, and tracking follow-up actions. The role requires overseeing data collection and analysis for policy inputs, conducting consulting assignments, and facilitating workshops. Researching, analyzing, and presenting information from diverse sources is essential, as is assisting in policy development and learning through research and evaluations. The officer will design data collection tools, analyze survey responses, and prepare various written outputs. Substantive support for meetings, outreach activities, and training workshops are also required. Coordination of budget and funding activities, including report preparation, is a core duty.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressive experience in project or programme management, administration, or a related field is mandatory. Experience working with peace operations and developing/implementing assessment methodologies is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, creativity, and technological awareness. Ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify and resolve issues, and collect data using various methods. Proficiency in using diverse research sources and applying judgment. Skills in programme/project development, implementation, and evaluation. Competency in data analysis, policy development, and report writing. Experience with budget coordination and outreach activities.