Under-Secretary-General

Skills
Annual ReportsAttention To DetailBusiness PlanningCooperationInternational DevelopmentNon-Governmental OrganizationsSMT
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Substantive experience at international or multicultural level
  • Experience in international development NGO communications international relations youth studies sport women empowerment or youth-led organizations
  • Excellent knowledge of international norms and standards
  • Well organized with strong administrative skills
  • Ability to sustain energy commitment and attention to detail
  • Experience supporting senior management and coordination

Nice to have

  • Well organized
  • Strategic thinker
  • Attention to detail
  • Collaborative
  • Diplomatic
  • Leadership

Day to day

  • Represents the IYF management team at senior and delegated levels and helps uphold the mission across member countries.
  • Supports the Secretary-General with high-level coordination, strategic advice, and smooth execution of the IYF work plan.
  • Leads executive-level staff and contributes to corporate decisions, strategic direction, and governance processes.