Urban Resilience Hub by UN-Habitat's CRGP

Associate Risk Officer Job ID : 261364

NEW YORK, NYPosted 19 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Urban Resilience Hub by UN-Habitat's CRGP

  • Job overview

    The Associate Risk Officer role at the Urban Resilience Hub by UN-Habitat's CRGP supports the management of a large, multi-asset investment portfolio by contributing to risk and compliance oversight within the Office of Investment Management.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The incumbent will work in the Risk and Compliance Section, reporting to the Head of Investment and Performance Risk, helping manage risks associated with a $90+ billion global investment portfolio across various asset classes.

  • Company information

    The United Nations Secretary-General oversees the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund investments, delegated to the Representative of the Secretary-General who leads the Office of Investment Management managing a diverse global portfolio with staff from over 40 countries based in New York.

  • Team overview

    The role is within the Risk and Compliance Section of the Office of Investment Management, reporting to the Head of Investment and Performance Risk.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in New York, within the Office of Investment Management.

Company overview

Urban Resilience Hub is an initiative of UN-Habitat’s City Resilience Global Programme (CRGP), focusing on strengthening the capacity of cities worldwide to withstand and recover from various shocks and stresses, such as climate change, natural disasters, and social challenges. The Hub serves as a knowledge platform, offering resources, tools, and guidance to urban leaders, planners, and stakeholders to integrate resilience into urban development strategies. Funding primarily comes from international donors, development agencies, and UN member states, supporting technical assistance, research, and policy advocacy. Established as part of UN-Habitat’s broader mission to promote sustainable urbanization, the Hub has played a key role in advancing global urban resilience frameworks and facilitating collaboration among cities, governments, and partners. Candidates should be aware of its emphasis on innovation, cross-sectoral partnerships, and the alignment of local action with global agendas like the Sustainable Development Goals and the New Urban Agenda.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your understanding of global investment portfolios and risk management principles, emphasizing familiarity with diverse asset classes such as equities, fixed income, private equity, and infrastructure to align with the Office of Investment Management's focus.

  • Showcase any experience or knowledge related to compliance, performance risk assessment, and investment risk controls, as these are core to the Risk and Compliance Section where this role is based.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including the official Urban Resilience Hub by UN-Habitat's CRGP website, the UNJSPF Office of Investment Management portal, and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with current employees or team members in the Risk and Compliance Section or the broader Office of Investment Management on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent UNJSPF investment initiatives or asking about the culture of managing a global multi-asset portfolio.

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