Strategic Political Affairs Officer – Peace Operations

UN Secretariat; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

UN Secretariat in New York seeks a Political Affairs Officer to contribute to peace operations by formulating and implementing political and technical strategies. You will monitor political trends, provide early warning, and prepare analytical reports while coordinating with UN departments and Member States to align policy and operations.

The role requires an advanced degree and seven years of experience in political science or related fields, with experience in front-office policy advice and

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in political science, international relations, law, public administration, or related field.
• Seven+ years of progressively responsible experience in political science, IR, law, or conflict resolution.
• Experience in front-office policy advice to senior officials or comparable orgs.
• Experience in peacekeeping operations in Africa and another region is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and discuss political and technical strategies for field operations.
• Monitor and analyze activities and trends impacting peace operations; provide early warning to senior UN officials.
• Prepare analytical reports, notes, background papers, and correspondence for senior leadership.
• Coordinate with internal UN departments and external entities on policy matters and project activities.
• Undertake administrative functions related to staffing, planning, and budgeting for operations.

Skills

Professionalism

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Communication

Teamwork

Coordination

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree with relevant experience

Job description

UN Secretariat in New York seeks a Political Affairs Officer to contribute to peace operations by formulating and implementing political and technical strategies. You will monitor political trends, provide early warning, and prepare analytical reports while coordinating with UN departments and Member States to align policy and operations.

The role requires an advanced degree and seven years of experience in political science or related fields, with experience in front-office policy advice and