Intergovernmental Affairs Senior Analyst

Based in New York, the New York Board and External Relations Office (NYBER) manages the organization's relationships with the Executive Board of UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS, UN Member States and the broader UN system. The Office positions UNOPS on a variety of strategic initiatives and represents the organization on UN system-wide issues that require inter-agency collaboration and coordination. NYBER’s work ensures effective engagement and alignment with the broader UN system, and enables accountability and transparency towards the Executive Board.

Based in New York, the New York Board and External Relations Office (NYBER) manages the organization’s relationships with the Executive Board of UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS, UN Member States and the broader UN system. The Office positions UNOPS on a variety of strategic initiatives and represents the organization on UN system-wide issues that require inter-agency collaboration and coordination. NYBER’s work ensures effective engagement and alignment with the broader UN system, and enables accountability and transparency towards the Executive Board.

The Intergovernmental Affairs Senior Analyst conducts substantive analysis, judges the validity of conclusions, and synthesizes proposals to support UNOPS’ engagement with the Executive Board, UN Member States, and the broader UN system. The role involves managing documentation, supporting intergovernmental affairs, and contributing to knowledge management to enhance UNOPS’ visibility and strategic positioning.

Preparation of Executive Board’s sessions 

• Support the preparations of Executive Board’s formal and informal meetings, both virtual and in person, including related logistical requirements.
• Prepare Chair’s notes and other procedural documentation, in line with Board’s working methods and rules of procedure. 
• Draft and edit internal communications, as required.
• Maintain, update, and track a centralized repository of Executive Board decisions and flags on pending actions in relation to Board’s decisions.
• Develop a well-maintained tracking system on Member States positions concerning Board related matters.
• Facilitate preparations for Joint Boards activities, including the joint field visit, the Joint Meeting of the Boards, Secretariat and Presidents meetings, including drafting meetings agendas, summaries, procedural, logistical and administrative documentation and procedures.

Documentation functions

• Facilitate the preparation, review, formatting, and submission of official UNOPS Executive Board documentation, including reports, information notes, decisions, and other session-related materials.
• Liaise with the relevant focal points, collect and consolidate the required documentation.
• Track deadlines and document submission schedules in line with UN and inter-agency standards.
• Ensure the timely publication of Board related documents on the UNOPS website.
• Assist in the production of notes and summaries, draft decisions, and other reporting on Board sessions.
• Provide administrative and coordination support for document processing, database management, and liaison with the UN Department for General Assembly and Conference Management (DGACM/GDoc).

Engagement in intergovernmental fora

• Monitor major UN events, conferences, and forums and maintain the NYBER calendar of relevant events, with focus on ECOSOC and the General Assembly.
• Prepare briefing notes, background materials, talking points, CVs, and other materials to support senior management engagement with Member States and other stakeholders, and their participation in UN intergovernmental fora.
• Provide support for the organization of thematic briefings to Member States on specific topics, as required.
• Provide protocol and coordination support for UNOPS events at the United Nations, including official luncheons, receptions, bilateral meetings, and other engagements with representatives of Member States, in liaison with diplomatic missions accredited in New York.
• Provide analytical and coordination support for events, dialogues, and other platforms that advance UNOPS priorities and engagement in line with the UNOPS Strategic Plan and broader organizational mandate.

Knowledge management and institutional learning

• Develop and maintain relevant content on the Executive Board and intergovernmental fora for the UNOPS intranet and external website, ensuring that information remains accurate, relevant, accessible, and well structured.
• Provide feedback on existing systems, tools, resources, and processes to ensure their continued relevance and effectiveness.
• Support the development and updating of standard operating procedures, guidance materials, templates, and other knowledge products, as required.

Team building and collaboration

• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment by fostering open communication, knowledge-sharing, and constructive working relationships.
• Support team cohesion by facilitating the exchange of information, experiences, and lessons learned, and by contributing to joint initiatives and activities.

Impact of the role: 

The effective performance of the Intergovernmental Affairs Senior Analyst, NYBER, contributes to strengthening the visibility, credibility, and institutional positioning of UNOPS within the UN system. The role supports effective engagement with the Executive Board, Member States, and intergovernmental fora, while ensuring that UNOPS is well prepared, strategically positioned, responsive, and accountable in its engagement with key UN and international stakeholders.

Required

• A Master’s degree in international affairs, law, political science, communication, economics, business administration or related fields, OR
• Bachelor’s +2 additional years of experience.

Required

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, particularly in intergovernmental affairs; governance and oversight supporting roles, including in relation to Executive Boards; engagement in events/initiatives, communication, documentation, and/or coordination roles. 

Desired

• Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.

  
  

• UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. 
• UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process, which may include various assessments. 
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of a wide range of nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We strive to sustain and strengthen this diversity, fostering an inclusive working environment where all personnel are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities.
• UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to a fair and transparent selection process and welcome diverse perspectives, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and persons with disabilities.
• We are committed to enabling all candidates to perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require support or reasonable accommodation to complete any assessment, please inform our human resources team upon receiving your invitation.
• UNOPS has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct, including discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment. To uphold these standards, background checks are conducted for all final candidates to help ensure that individuals with a history of such conduct are not hired. By applying for a position with UNOPS, candidates acknowledge and consent to these verification processes.
  

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here. 
• For more details about the contract types, please click here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda. 
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.