About OICT

The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) enables a better, safer, more sustainable future through innovative technology. It is committed to ensuring colleagues all over the world have every tool necessary to succeed in their respective mandates.

All Secretariat entities report to Mr. Bernardo Mariano Jr., Chief Information Technology Officer, Assistant Secretary-General. The Office is headquartered in New York City.

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#DigitalUnite

Digital inclusion is a human right. Suzanne Shanahan, Chief, Enterprise Application Center, OICT, and UN Disability Inclusion Strategy Focal Point, breaks down why the Organization designs accessible tech to empower everyone, regardless of abilities.

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Mapping the SDGs

This United Nations Geospatial map on SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation shows the critical challenges in access to water. In Sub-Saharan Africa, water demand may rise 163 percent  by 2050. Urgent action is needed to ensure water access for all.

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News Updates

Today, 20 November, marks GIS Day. This global event is dedicated to celebrating the power of geospatial data and technology while promoting awareness of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Geospatial, or location-based, data plays a critical role in addressing the world's most pressing challenges, particularly in relation to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Michel Bergeron, Head of Premises, United Nations Information and Communications Technology Facility, Global Service Centre (UNICTF-UNGSC), reflects on the profound impact of the devastating floods in Valencia on 29 October, sharing how personnel at UNITCF responded to the crisis while also supporting the local community through relief efforts.


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The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) is leading the digital transformation of the Organization to enable a better, safer, more sustainable future through secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions. OICT is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for OICT positions. OICT supports the principles of work-life balance and flexible work arrangements.