Political Affairs Officer
Department of Peace Operations · NEW YORK · P-4 · Apply by October 19, 2026
About this role
Org. Setting and Reporting The Department of Peace Operations (DPO) serves as an integrated "centre of excellence" for United Nations Peace operations, responsible for preventing, responding to and managing conflict and sustaining peace in the context of mandates in countries where peace operations under its purview are deployed. This includes facilitating and implementing political agreements, providing integrated strategic, political, operational and management advice, direction and support to peace operations; developing political, security and integrated strategies, leading integrated analysis and planning of peace operations and backstopping those operations. The position is located in the Department of Peace Operations (DPO), Office of the Under-Secretary-General (OUSG). The incumbent reports to the Chief of Office of the Under-Secretary-General. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Political Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Participates in the discussion and formulation of political and technical strategies in the field as needed. • Reviews and monitors activities in the country or region assigned; assesses trends and developments…