Intergovernmental Affairs Senior Analyst
Organizational Context
The New York Board and External Relations Office (NYBER) manages UNOPS' relationships with the Executive Board, UN Member States, and the broader UN system. Located in New York, NYBER strategically positions UNOPS on key initiatives and represents the organization on system-wide issues requiring inter-agency collaboration. This ensures effective engagement, alignment with the UN system, and accountability to the Executive Board.
Job Purpose
The Intergovernmental Affairs Senior Analyst plays a crucial role in supporting UNOPS' engagement with the Executive Board, UN Member States, and the wider UN system. This position involves conducting in-depth analysis, evaluating conclusions, and synthesizing proposals to enhance UNOPS' strategic positioning and visibility. Key functions include managing documentation, providing support for intergovernmental affairs, and contributing to knowledge management efforts. The analyst's work directly contributes to strengthening UNOPS' credibility and institutional standing within the UN framework, ensuring effective communication and responsiveness to key stakeholders.
Responsibilities
The role involves comprehensive support for Executive Board sessions, including preparing for formal and informal meetings, drafting procedural documentation, and maintaining a repository of decisions and pending actions. A key duty is developing and managing a tracking system for Member States' positions on Board-related matters. The analyst will also facilitate preparations for joint Board activities. Documentation functions include reviewing, formatting, and submitting official UNOPS Executive Board materials, liaising with focal points, tracking deadlines, and ensuring timely publication. The position requires monitoring UN events, preparing briefing materials for senior management, and providing protocol and coordination support for UNOPS events at the UN. Additionally, the analyst will contribute to knowledge management by developing and maintaining relevant content for UNOPS platforms and supporting the creation of standard operating procedures and guidance materials.
Work Experience
A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience is required, specifically in intergovernmental affairs, governance, and oversight support roles, particularly concerning Executive Boards. Experience in event engagement, communication, documentation, or coordination is also essential. Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is considered desirable.
Skills
Analytical Skills, Communication, Knowledge Management, Report Writing, Stakeholder Management