Regional Advisor

• External Communications/Brand Management: Oversee the development and execution of communication strategies that enhance the GPO’s brand and public perception across global markets. Manage media relations, press releases, public statements, events, and other communication as needed.
• Internal Communications: Develop and implement comprehensive internal communication strategies to foster engagement, alignment and transparency across GPO teams, and with HQ Units.
• Executive Communications: Draft speeches, presentations, and  correspondence for the GPO Director, and other senior GPO leaders as needed.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including UN Partners, government agencies, media outlets, and other relevant industry partners.

• Operational Excellence: Lead the development and implementation of operational strategies that align with the GPO’s objectives, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations.
• Business Planning: Collaborate with the GPO Director and senior leadership to define and implement short- and long-term strategic initiatives, driving organizational growth and efficiency.
• Performance Management: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and organizational metrics, ensuring targets are met and progress reports are shared with the leadership team.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to streamline processes, optimize resource allocation, and drive strategic projects to completion.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.

• Leadership Support: Act as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the GPO Director, providing high-level operational and administrative support.
• Project Management: Lead and manage special projects and initiatives on behalf of the GPO Director, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
• Meeting Management: Organize and facilitate leadership meetings, ensuring agendas are aligned with strategic priorities and follow-up actions are executed.
• Resource Management: Oversee the allocation, use and effective management of resources including human, financial and technological resources.

The Regional Advisor will play a transformative role in driving organizational excellence and amplifying the impact of the Global Portfolios Office (GPO) across global markets. By enhancing operational efficiency, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and aligning strategic initiatives with organizational goals, this role will ensure that GPO operates as a cohesive, high-performing entity. Additionally, through proactive and transparent communication, the incumbent will strengthen UNOPS’ reputation, build stakeholder trust, and position the organization as a leader in sustainable development and project implementation. Ultimately, this role will contribute to the long-term success, visibility, and influence of UNOPS in advancing global development objectives.

• An advanced University Degree (Master's Degree or equivalent) preferably in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field with seven (7) of relevant experience is required. 
• First level university degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) preferably in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field with nine (9) years of relevant experience is desirable.

• Relevant experience is defined as experience in communications, marketing, brand management, strategic operations, or related functions.

• A proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving impact is highly desired.
• Demonstrated experience in managing people is a strong asset.  
• Prior experience working in international organizations, particularly within the UN system, is an advantage.
• Experience working in multicultural teams is an asset.
• Knowledge of Google Suite applications is desired.

• Fluency in English (read, write, speak) is required.
• Knowledge of another UN languages is an asset.