UN Games Secretariat

Leadership & Coordination

UN Games Secretariat

The United Nations Games Secretariat supports the continuous coordination, planning and implementation of the Games, working closely with the Organizing Committee and participating Permanent Missions, UN entities, partners and sports coordinators.

Proposed Secretariat Leadership
All positions and candidates listed below are subject to approval by the Organizing Committee.

Mr. Graciano Gaillard, Executive Secretary of the UN Games Secretariat

Mr. Graciano Gaillard

Proposed Executive Secretary

Provides overall institutional and strategic coordination of the Secretariat, supporting engagement with the Organizing Committee, Permanent Missions and the United Nations system.

Mr. Kenny Huang, proposed Director of the UN Games Secretariat

Mr. Kenny Huang

Proposed Director

Oversees the operational coordination and implementation of the Games, including sports activities, event delivery and cooperation across the Secretariat’s functional areas.

Mr. Mirko Montuori, proposed Senior Adviser to the UN Games Secretariat

Mr. Mirko Montuori

Proposed Senior Adviser

Provides senior-level advice and guidance to support the strategic development, institutional coordination and continued advancement of the UN Games Secretariat.

Ms. Noura Sadadou

Proposed Events & Operations Coordinator (World Concierge)

Supports event and operational coordination, contributing to participant services, event delivery and cooperation across the Secretariat’s functional areas.

Together, the proposed Secretariat leadership and coordination team would provide continuity and operational support, helping advance the Games as an inclusive platform for sports diplomacy, friendship and cooperation.