The Deputy Executive Director (DED) is a senior member of the UNOPS management team, working under the leadership of the Executive Director and Under-Secretary-General, in close collaboration with the other DED in charge of Policy and Management. The DED strategically leads UNOPS partnerships and the delivery of projects and programmes in the regions.

The DED drives UNOPS engagement in the implementation of Agenda 2030 and ensures operational alignment in its contributions to the achievement of all 17 Sustainable Development Goals. UNOPS is committed to, and proactively and substantively supports the United Nations Secretary-General’s reform agenda to improve the delivery of mandates in the areas of Sustainable Development, Management, Peace, and Security.