Stephane Dujarric

Who is Stephane Dujarric?

Stéphane Dujarric de la Rivière better known as Stéphane Dujarric is the Spokesperson for the United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. He was appointed to this position on 19 February 2014. Dujarric had previously served as Spokesman for United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan from 2005 to 2006and then Deputy Communications Director for Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon from 2006 to 2007.

Prior to his current appointment, Dujarric was Director of News and Media for the United Nations' Department of Public Information, a position that he has held since March 2011. In this role, he oversees the UN’s television, radio and photo operations. He coordinates the work of the main United Nations news sites, operating in eight languages. His Division is also responsible for media liaison and accreditation, providing logistical support and information to the international press corps, as well as coverage of official United Nations meetings, producing written coverage for the media, delegations and the general public, such as press releases, meetings summaries and dissemination of official statements and remarks.

Prior to this assignment, Dujarric was Director of Communications for the United Nations Development Programme.