Project Coordinator for Digital Tools (Security and Technology)

Über den Job

Background

The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research – UNIDIR is an autonomous institution within the United Nations that conducts independent research on disarmament and related problems, particularly international security issues. The vision of UNIDIR is a stable and more secure world in which States and people are protected from threats of arms-related violence. The role of UNIDIR is to support Member States, the United Nations, and policy and research communities in advancing ideas and actions that contribute to a more sustainable and peaceful world. UNIDIR is based in the Palais des Nations, Geneva.

UNIDIR’s Security and Technology Programme supports multilateral disarmament processes in responding effectively to the security challenges raised by technological innovation through the provision of accessible knowledge, relevant analysis and facilitated multi-stakeholder dialogue. The programme is seeking a Project Coordinator for Digital Tools to coordinate all tasks pertaining to the development, maintenance and promotion of a number of digital tools and portals that enable the programme to deliver against its objectives.

Responsibilities

Within UNIDIR’s Security and Technology Programme, the Project Coordinator shall perform the following duties under the supervision of the Head of Programme and Deputy Head of Programme:

• Manage the development and maintenance of the portals, databases and additional digital tools required for the implementation of programme activities:
• Support the Head of Programme in the conceptualization of new developments for existing and new tools;
• Manage engagement with technical developers/web designers and liaise with the web administrators as appropriate to implement agreed changes; and
• Coordinate the rapid resolution of technical issues emerging on the portals.
• Content management:
• Support the design and lead the implementation of a content update methodology;
• Ensure the correct operations and accessibility of online content (e.g. identify and fix broken links); and
• Act as an internal and external focal point for all content-related issues.
• Analysis and reporting:
• Provide analysis and monthly reports on web traffic on the portals; and
• Prepare infographics and promotional material to support communication activities for the portal.
• Communication:
• Manage communication with relevant POC in member states to solicit periodic updates;
• Liaise with existing partners and identify opportunities for partnerships with other existing portals and databases; and
• Manage internal communications with the strategic communications team to ensure regular promotion of the tools.
• Assist in other duties as assigned by the programme or the institute’s management.

Schedule for the proposed work

A work plan for the duration of the contract will be established within the first two weeks of the contract. The Project Coordinator will have regular communication with the Head of Programme in order to set assignments within the work plan and monitor progress.

Competencies

The Project Coordinator is to demonstrate the core values of the United Nations: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect for Diversity.

In addition, in this role, the Project Coordinator will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates an appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Client Orientation: The candidate considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view, establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect, identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions, monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems, keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects, meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Qualifications and experience

Education

Required

• Advanced university (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international affairs, political science, international law, public administration, disarmament and arms control, international security or other relevant field.

Experience

Required

• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant professional experience, including managing web content and digital tools, project administration, management and planning.
• Computer competency, including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Desirable

• Knowledge of multilateral processes regarding new and emerging technologies, and experience working at an international organization or an internationally recognized think tank.
• Familiarity with relevant stakeholders, including regional organisations, UN funds, agencies and programmes.
• Experience in fundraising and donor relationships.
• Experience in the production of social media content for promotional purposes.
• Experience working for a UN research organization.

Language

For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French and/or other official UN languages is desirable.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Travel

The Project Coordinator is required to travel during the course of this assignment. Dates and locations will be determined during implementation of the programme. The Project Coordinator must complete the UN course BSAFE and provide UNIDIR with a certificate of completion.

Copyright

UNIDIR retains copyright of all documents and the ownership of the intellectual property resulting from all work carried out under this contract. The Project Coordinator warrants that any written work will be original works or that where he/she incorporates copyright material from another source, copyright permission for its use will be obtained. Written output(s) may be attributed to the Project Coordinator.

How to apply

To apply

The applicant should submit:

• Cover letter.
• PDF of a UN Personal History Profile created via Inspira.
• Name and contact details of three references.

Applications should be sent as email attachments, with the subject line “Application: Security and Technology – Project Coordinator for Digital Tools” to E-Mail schreiben.

Please note

Please note that incomplete or late applications will be automatically disregarded. No applications will be accepted by post. Deadline for submission of applications is 19 April 2026. Closing date is midnight Geneva time.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you move forward in the process, you may be contacted for further assessment.