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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Mapping the SDGs

This United Nations Geospatial map on SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy shows investment needs to triple to lower energy intensity, which only improved by 0.8% in 2021. Let's prioritize clean fuels and efficient technology for a sustainable future.

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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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News Updates

From ungsc.org: Telemedicine offers important prospects for timely delivery of medical services to field-based personnel, often in remote areas. To explore the potential of telemedicine services for field missions, pilot projects are currently being implemented in several missions. Read more

From UN News: The UN General Assembly on Thursday, 21 March 2024, adopted a landmark resolution on the promotion of “safe, secure and trustworthy” artificial intelligence (AI) systems that will also benefit sustainable development for all. Read more.

The United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) invites you to an online panel discussion, taking place on the margins of the 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68), which aims to facilitate a discourse on academic research related to generative A.I. with a specific focus on advancing, promoting, and safeguarding gender equality.


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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.