Sustainable Development Officer (Chief, UNSDG Mechanism)
Resident Coordinator System · NEW YORK · P-5 · Apply by November 16, 2026
About this role
Org. Setting and Reporting In its Resolution A/RES/72/279, the United Nations General Assembly endorsed the transformation of the Development Operations Coordination Office (DCO) as a stand-alone coordination office within the United Nations Secretariat. DCO exercises managerial and oversight functions of the Resident Coordinator system (RCS) under the collective ownership of the members of the United Nations Sustainable Development Group (UNSDG). In 2026, DCO undertook a comprehensive organizational recalibration to ensure the RCS remains optimally configured to support the acceleration of the 2030 Agenda in its final years, and fully embodies the UN 2.0 shift—anchored in data, digital, innovation, behavioral science, strategic foresight, and a mission driven organizational culture. The position is located in the Office of the Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO) and reports to the Chief of Staff. The role is responsible for managing the UNSDG Secretariat. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: • Lead the effective functioning of the UN Sustainable Development…