ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, P3

This is the main content of our website. Job Network : Management and Administration Job Family : Administration Category and Level : Professional and Higher Categories , P-3 Recruitment Type : Position Specific Job Openings Department/Office : Department of Safety and Security The Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight of the United Nations security management system (UNSMS) globally. As a global leader in security risk management principles, UNDSS enables the safe and effective delivery of United Nations programmes and activities in the most complex and challenging environments, while maximizing precious resources. To this end, the work of the Department is aligned under a clear mission, to enable United Nations system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions. This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse, dynamic and exciting organization gaining unique and valuable experience where security provides great value. Besides the opportunity to gain new skills and further advance administrative expertise, this position offers a fulfilling environment that gives you satisfaction by contributing directly or indirectly to peace and security, human rights, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Simply, all humanity will be benefiting from your work. Together, we can make the world a better place. The position is located in the Division of Headquarters Safety and Security (DHSSS) in the United Nations Department of Safety and Security, reports directly to the Director, DHSSS. The Security and Safety Services (SSS) are operated independently in New York and at seven other Secretariat headquarters locations around the world, with DHSSS providing coordination among the various Services. The Administrative Officer will serve as special assistant to the Director, DHSSS, providing strategic executive support, coordinating the Director's external engagements, and ensuring the effective management of Member State relationships, protocol matters, and cross-divisional coordination. The incumbent will also serve as the Division's focal point for security-related protocol arrangements for major Headquarters events, including the annual session of the General Assembly and other high-level meetings at SSS Headquarters (HQ), Offices away from Headquarters (OaHs) and Regional Commissions (RCs). For more information on the Department, and how we make an impact on the world in enabling the achievement of SDGs, visit: PURSUANT TO SECTION 10.1(B) OF ST/AI/2025/2 ON THE "STAFF SELECTION SYSTEM," ONLY A CANDIDATE ENDORSED BY THE CENTRAL REVIEW BODY, APPROVED FOR SELECTION BY THE HEAD OF ENTITY, AND WHO ASSUMES THE POSITION WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE ROSTER. #J-18808-Ljbffr United Nations