CHIEF OF SERVICE, ECONOMIC AFFAIRS
Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia · BEIRUT · D-1 · Apply by November 17, 2026
About this role
Org. Setting and Reporting The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA unescwa.org) forms part of the United Nations Secretariat and, like the other regional commissions, operates under the supervision of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. ESCWA comprises 21 Arab countries in Western Asia and North Africa. ESCWA provides a framework for the formulation and harmonization of sectoral policies for member countries, a platform for congress and coordination, a home for expertise and knowledge, and an information observatory. ESCWA is commitment to advance just, peaceful and inclusive societies, especially for people living under occupation, in conflict or post conflict settings, and to improve governance and strengthen effective, efficient and accountable public institutions and service delivery. Reporting to the Deputy Executive Secretary for Programmes and under the overall supervision of the Executive Secretary, the Director will lead Cluster 6 “Governance and Conflict Prevention”; overseeing its substantive and operational work. Responsibilities The Director of the Governance and Conflict Prevention Cluster will be responsible for carrying out the…