Carries out the day-to-day work of the Organization. Headed by the Secretary-General with 10 departments and offices managing operations worldwide.
| Number | Type | Title | Issued By | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST/SGB/2024/1 | Policy | Remote Work Policy Framework | António Guterres | 2024-04-01 | In Effect |
| ST/AI/2024/5 | Circular | Travel Authorization Procedures | Amina Mohammed | 2024-05-01 | In Effect |
| ST/IC/2024/12 | Bulletin | Cybersecurity Awareness Update | Rosemary DiCarlo | 2024-02-01 | Expired |
| Code | Department | Head Title | Established |
|---|---|---|---|
| EOSG | Executive Office of the Secretary-General | Chef de Cabinet | 1945 |
| DPPA | Dept. of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs | Under-Secretary-General | 2019 |
| DPO | Dept. of Peace Operations | Under-Secretary-General | 2019 |
| OCHA | Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs | Under-Secretary-General | 1991 |
| DESA | Dept. of Economic and Social Affairs | Under-Secretary-General | 1997 |
| OLA | Office of Legal Affairs | Under-Secretary-General | 1946 |
| DGC | Dept. of Global Communications | Under-Secretary-General | 2019 |
| DOS | Dept. of Operational Support | Under-Secretary-General | 2019 |
| DSS | Dept. of Safety and Security | Under-Secretary-General | 2005 |
| OIOS | Office of Internal Oversight Services | Under-Secretary-General | 1994 |