Digital Solutions & CoE Product Lead

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking a Digital Solutions & CoE Specialist to join the Digital Centre of Excellence (DCoE) in New York. You will drive the technical execution of core digital products and oversee rollout across Headquarters, regional, and country offices.

The role combines hands-on product management with security, data privacy, and governance standards to ensure scalable, enterprise-grade solutions that advance UNFPA's mission.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or equivalent with 5+ years in software product management/digital transformation.
• Experience guiding complex ICT deployments in international environments.
• Knowledge of data privacy, cybersecurity, and enterprise architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead lifecycle management for core digital products and oversee rollout across HQ, regional and country offices.
• Draft roadmaps, requirements, and user stories for developers and vendors.
• Provide technical advisory and ensure compliance with security and privacy standards.
• Co‑lead partnerships and support resource mobilization for scaling digital solutions.

Skills

Product management

Digital transformation

Cloud architectures

Security & privacy

Vendor management

Technical advisory

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Advanced degree in IT

BA/BS in IT

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Cybersecurity standards

Job description

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking a Digital Solutions & CoE Specialist to join the Digital Centre of Excellence (DCoE) in New York. You will drive the technical execution of core digital products and oversee rollout across Headquarters, regional, and country offices.

The role combines hands-on product management with security, data privacy, and governance standards to ensure scalable, enterprise-grade solutions that advance UNFPA's mission.