Regional Sustainable Development Liaison Officer

UN Secretariat; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The United Nations Secretariat, Regional Office for Arab States, is seeking a Sustainable Development Officer to provide executive support, prepare briefings, and mission packs for senior leadership in complex development contexts.

The role emphasizes horizon scanning, analysis of regional trends, and facilitating information flow between UN Headquarters and the Regional Office to advance sustainable development priorities.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in a relevant field such as sustainable development, economics, public policy, or social sciences.
• Five years of progressive experience in sustainable development or public policy.
• Experience in inter-agency collaboration and partnerships is essential.
• Proficiency in data analysis and preparing briefing materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare briefing notes, key messages, and mission packs for senior leadership in complex settings.
• Research and analyze regional sustainable development trends, cross-border dynamics, and emerging risks.
• Facilitate information flow between UN Headquarters and the Regional Office for Arab States.
• Support participation in intergovernmental and interagency fora with horizon scanning and monitoring.

Skills

Sustainable development

Policy analysis

Inter-agency collab

Data interpretation

Communication

Partnership building

Education

Advanced degree

First-level degree with experience

Job description

The United Nations Secretariat, Regional Office for Arab States, is seeking a Sustainable Development Officer to provide executive support, prepare briefings, and mission packs for senior leadership in complex development contexts.

The role emphasizes horizon scanning, analysis of regional trends, and facilitating information flow between UN Headquarters and the Regional Office to advance sustainable development priorities.