Principal Coordination Officer (Managing Coordinator)

About the role

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) is seeking a Principal Coordination Officer (Managing Coordinator) to lead the implementation and management of projects under the MoU with the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China. Based in Geneva, the role reports to the Deputy Secretary‑General and is funded for one year.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and monitor the implementation of UNCTAD projects linked to the China MoU, coordinating work products from various UN units and external agencies.
• Ensure strategic alignment across divisions to meet the needs of least‑developed and vulnerable countries.
• Maintain high‑quality standards for all outputs, guaranteeing clear, data‑driven reports that comply with UN mandates.
• Assist the Deputy Secretary‑General in reviewing proposals, setting priorities and allocating resources for timely delivery.
• Oversee programmatic and administrative tasks such as budget preparation, performance reporting, staff evaluations, and results‑based budgeting inputs.
• Organise and manage meetings, seminars and international conferences, providing substantive expertise and coordination.

Required profile

• Extensive knowledge of UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines.
• Proven ability to produce technical reports and papers and to review and edit the work of others.
• Experience in coordinating multi‑agency projects and ensuring strategic alignment across divisions.
• Strong analytical skills with the capacity to present clear, objective findings based on comprehensive data.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work at the senior level within a leading UN agency.
• Exposure to high‑impact technical cooperation projects with China.
• Professional development in an international, multi‑cultural environment.