Programme Officer (Head of Office)

About the role

The Programme Officer (Head of Office) will lead the UNODC Programme Office in Beirut, overseeing the implementation of UNODC programmes and activities throughout Lebanon. The position is based in Beirut and is part of the UNODC Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa (ROMENA). Reporting to the Deputy Regional Representative and the Regional Representative for the Middle East and North Africa, the incumbent will represent UNODC to the Lebanese government and the international community.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee overall implementation of UNODC programmes and activities in Lebanon.
• Act as Head of the UNODC Programme Office, managing staff and resources.
• Represent UNODC in engagements with the Government of Lebanon and international partners.
• Lead UNODC’s participation in UN common country planning, programming, funding, monitoring and evaluation.
• Contribute to the development of the Common Country Analysis, United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework and related joint workplans.
• Support resource mobilisation, communications strategies and business operations in line with UN reform and the 2030 Agenda.
• Participate as a member of the United Nations Country Team, coordinating with the United Nations Resident Coordinator.
• Ensure alignment of programme activities with the Business Operations Strategy, UN reform initiatives, and the 2030 Agenda.

Required profile

Required skills