Programme Management - Senior Analyst, New York, United States

## Programme Management - Senior Analyst, New York, United States - Organization:UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services - Office:UNOPS New York Position Title:Programme Management - Senior Analyst Job Category:Programme Duty Station(s):New York Seniority Level:Mid Level Contract Type:Staff - IP - TA Contract Level:IP P-2 Posting Start Date:21-Aug-2026 Posting End Date:04-Sep-2026 Support the delivery of flagship initiatives and strategic partnerships that strengthen the United Nations' engagement with and for young people globally. UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations. New York Portfolio Office (NYPO) supports the United Nations Secretariat, as well as other New York-based United Nations organizations, bilateral and multilateral partners in the delivery of UNOPS mandate in project management, infrastructure management, and procurement management. NYPO supports diverse partners with their peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. It was formed by combining the following portfolios: Grants Management Services (GMS), UN Technology Support Services (UNTSS), Development and Special Initiatives Portfolio (DSIP). It provides Services to partners' programmes that are designed, structured, and managed with a global perspective and primarily serving partners that are headquartered in New York. The SDC has a footprint of approximately 125 countries. About the Country/Multi-Country Office UNOPS Development and Special Initiatives team works with UN partners and Member States. This portfolio offers support for various initiatives and priorities of the UN Secretary-General in pursuit of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. Additionally, it helps the UN Secretariat in implementing global programs in areas such as political affairs, climate, counterterrorism and peacebuilding, among others. UNOPS has signed an agreement with the United Nations to implement the activities for the United Nations Youth Office. The United Nations Youth Office was established to strengthen the UN system's capacity to engage with and for young people, advance meaningful youth engagement across intergovernmental and policy processes, and support the implementation of global commitments for youth. The Office serves as the system-wide anchor on youth affairs, convening stakeholders across the UN system, governments, civil society, philanthropy, and the private sector to accelerate youth-centered action. Within this context, the Programme Management - Senior Analyst will support the design, coordination, and implementation of strategic initiatives, flagship programmes, and partnerships across the Office's workstreams. The incumbent will contribute to strengthening ecosystem engagement, operationalizing communities of practice, supporting high-level advocacy and global convenings, and advancing integrated programme delivery across thematic priorities, including youth participation, skills development, mental health and wellbeing, and climate action. The incumbent of this position will be personnel of UNOPS under its full administrative and financial responsibility. The Programme Management - Senior Analyst will provide substantive and operational support for the planning, implementation, and coordination of key initiatives led by the UN Youth Office. This includes supporting flagship events and strategic processes, strengthening stakeholder coordination mechanisms, advancing community-building and partnership ecosystems, and contributing to advocacy and policy priorities. The role requires strong programme management, stakeholder engagement, and coordination skills, as well as the ability to work across teams and with external partners in a dynamic and high-visibility environment. Functions / Key Results Expected 1. Programme Planning and Delivery - Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of flagship programmes and initiatives led by the UN Youth Office, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery against agreed objectives. - Contribute to the execution of the UN Youth Office annual workplan, including cross-functional coordination across thematic and operational pillars. - Support the delivery of major youth-focused convenings and engagements, including high-level events during the UN General Assembly, ECOSOC Youth Forum, and other strategic global moments. - Contribute to the planning and execution of the annual UN Youth Townhall and related ecosystem engagement mechanisms. - Assist in developing implementation plans, timelines, and operational workflows for strategic initiatives. 2. Stakeholder Coordination and Ecosystem Activation - Support the day-to-day implementation of strategic multi-stakeholder initiatives led by the UN Youth Office, including flagship partnership deliverables focused on youth engagement, skills development, and ecosystem strengthening. - Coordinate stakeholder engagement processes across youth-serving organizations, institutional partners, and aligned networks to support collective action and sustained collaboration. - Contribute to the implementation of the UN Youth Office's global youth network strategy, including the development of coordination structures, engagement pathways, and collaboration mechanisms under key partner-supported initiatives. - Support the operational delivery of the Misk Foundation partnership workplan, including coordination of activities related to the establishment and growth of a global youth network and associated communities of practice. - Maintain and strengthen stakeholder management systems, including partner mapping, engagement tracking, and follow-up processes to support effective collaboration and accountability. - Facilitate regular coordination with youth constituencies, implementing partners, and ecosystem actors to ensure alignment, visibility of opportunities, and continuity across initiatives. - Support the preparation of stakeholder briefings, convening materials, and engagement summaries to inform decision-making and strategic planning. 3. UN Youth Compass Coordination and Community Building - Support implementation of the UN Youth Compass as a flagship system-wide initiative, ensuring effective coordination across internal teams and external stakeholders. - Contribute to the operationalization and expansion of the UN Youth Compass Community as a global community of practice and "network of networks" for youth-serving stakeholders. - Conduct stakeholder mapping and ecosystem analysis to identify opportunities for strategic engagement, alignment, and partnership-building. - Support development of value propositions, engagement frameworks, and coordination models for communities of practice and partner networks. - Facilitate coordination with aligned initiatives across the UN system and external ecosystem actors. 4. Advocacy, Communications and Influencer Engagement - Support the development and implementation of advocacy initiatives to advance key UN Youth Office priorities, including youth mental health and wellbeing, youth skills, and civic participation. - Facilitate the day-to-day engagements of the Young Leaders for the SDGs, as the UN Youth Office's flagship recognition scheme for young people around the world. - Contribute to the design and execution of influencer engagement strategies and external-facing campaigns. - Coordinate outreach and engagement with digital creators, youth advocates, and public-facing partners to amplify youth priorities. - Draft briefing notes, speaking points, key messages, and background materials for senior leadership engagements. 5. Youth Climate Engagement and Strat