Intergovernmental Affairs Senior Analyst

Job Category

Partnerships

Duty Station(s)

New York

Seniority Level

ICS 09

Contract Type

ICA - IICA - Regular

IICA 1

Posting Start Date

23-Sep-2026

Posting End Date

14-Oct-2026

Duration

Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to UNOPS’ strategic engagement within the UN system. The position offers exposure to high-level intergovernmental processes, collaboration with diverse stakeholders, and professional growth in international relations and organizational representation.

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…