Special Assistant to Director, Programme Division (P3)

About the role

The Special Assistant reports to the Director of the Programme Division, assisting them to carry out Division‑level responsibilities. They provide operational, planning, managerial, technical and coordination support to ensure the Division’s work runs smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Backstop planning and management functions of the Office of the Director, analysing documents and drafting statements, briefing notes and correspondence.
• Maintain communication with branches, other divisions, UN partners and external stakeholders to gather information, provide feedback and follow‑up on behalf of the Director.
• Prepare substantive analyses, literature reviews and desk research for reports, position papers and technical documents requiring the Director’s review.
• Monitor implementation of tasks assigned by the Director and support follow‑up on the Division’s Office Management Plan.
• Coordinate and facilitate the Director’s participation in corporate initiatives, meetings and inter‑Divisional task forces, ensuring decisions and actions are recorded and acted upon.

Required profile

• Advanced degree (Master’s or equivalent) in public policy, international affairs, global health or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in civil service, international affairs, global health or a comparable area.
• Fluency in English; additional UN language (French or Spanish) is desirable.
• Demonstrated integrity, commitment to UNFPA’s mission, and ability to work in a culturally diverse environment.