急 Programme Coordinator (USA)

Atome; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UNGLEP seeks a dedicated professional in the USA to advance the GYSCA initiative, focusing on partnership development, stakeholder engagement, and outreach to academic and corporate partners. The role involves coordinating with regional teams to align objectives and messaging across the UN system and partners.

The ideal candidate will drive programme promotion, engage with universities and industry, and contribute to regional communications strategies while ensuring high standards of governance

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related field (MBA/IR/Public Admin/Comms/Marketing) or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ethical practice and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Partnership development and stakeholder engagement with corporations, academic institutions, and organizations across the USA.
• Promote the programme and conduct outreach to university students and recent graduates.
• Develop regional communications strategy and manage media engagement, press materials, and newsletters.
• Monitor ESG and youth employment trends; prepare regular reports for UNGLEP leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Ethics and integrity

Openness to change

Feedback handling

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree with experience

Job description

The United Nations Global Leadership & ESG Programme (UNGLEP) was jointly established by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Social Impact Investment Foundation (SIIF). Operating under the guidance and supervision of UNITAR, UNGLEP’s core mission is to leverage the resources and networks of the United Nations system and its global partners to address the world’s most pressing shared challenges—such as achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and combating the global climate crisis. Through systematic and constructive institutional capacity-building, along with innovative practical solutions, UNGLEP empowers partner organizations by harnessing the knowledge, research, and project resources of the UN system. It focuses on cultivating leadership and implementation capabilities in key fields including global digital transformation, clean technology and energy, artificial intelligence, and robotics. UNGLEP serves as a funding partner, project implementation partner, and technical supporter to the United Nations system and other international organizations.

The Multinational Corporation SDGs/ESG Global Youth Sustainable Career Advancement Programme (GYSCA), a flagship initiative of UNGLEP, advances the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by leveraging the global resources and industrial influence of the United Nations and multinational corporations. It is dedicated to building a leading global platform for youth internships and sustainable career development, cultivating highly adaptive AI-era talent—GEAR Talent—equipped with global perspectives, ESG-driven values, AI competencies, and resilience.

As UNGLEP expands its engagement in the USA, the Programme seeks a dedicated professional to support the advancement of GYSCA across the country, with a focus on partnership development, stakeholder engagement, and outreach to academic and corporate institutions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Partnership Development and Stakeholder Engagement

  Identify, establish, and nurture strategic partnerships with corporations, academic institutions, and relevant organizations across the USA to support the implementation and expansion of the GYSCA initiative. Develop partnership proposals and maintain regular communication with existing and prospective partners.

• 2. Programme Promotion and Outreach

  Lead outreach efforts to promote GYSCA among university students and recent graduates in the USA, including engagement with career services, academic departments, and student organizations. Organize and participate in information sessions, career fairs, and networking events to attract qualified candidates.

• 3. Communications and Media Engagement

  Contribute to the development and execution of a regional communications strategy, including the preparation of press materials, social media content, and newsletters. Serve as a point of contact for media inquiries and represent UNGLEP at conferences, panel discussions, and other public engagements as appropriate.

• 4. Strategic Analysis and Reporting

  Monitor regional trends in ESG, youth employment, and corporate engagement to inform strategic planning. Prepare regular reports on partnership development, outreach activities, and recruitment outcomes for submission to UNGLEP leadership.

• 5. Coordination with Global Teams

  Collaborate with UNGLEP teams based in other regions to ensure alignment of programme objectives, branding, and operational standards. Contribute to the continuous improvement of programme implementation through knowledge sharing and best practice exchange.

• 6. Other Duties

  Perform additional tasks as required to support the effective functioning of UNGLEP’s activities in the USA.

Professionalism: Demonstrated knowledge of programme management, partnership development, and stakeholder engagement. Ability to apply sound judgment in complex situations and deliver results in a timely manner.

Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including senior executives, university officials, and youth constituencies.

Teamwork: Proven ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across different cultural and professional backgrounds, and to contribute effectively to a team-oriented environment.

Planning and Organizing: Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.

Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities, delivers outputs in accordance with agreed standards, and demonstrates commitment to the values and principles of the United Nations.

Required Skills

Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills, Promotes ethics and integrity and creates organizational precedents. Demonstrated openness to change and ability to manage complexities, Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, International Relations, Public Administration, Communications, Marketing, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Language

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For this position, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French is an advantage, particularly for engagement with partners in Canada.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency- based interview.

Additional Requirement

Demonstrated openness to change and ability to navigate complex environments. Capacity to work with a high degree of independence, exercising initiative and sound judgment. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse cultural and national backgrounds.

Willingness to travel within the USA as required.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their Resume, Cover Letter, and a relevant writing/translation sample to [e-mail] with the email subject: "Application for UNGLEP USA – [Your Full Name]".

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.