Peter Liria

Chief Ethics Officer (Director of the Ethics Office) at UNDP

Professional Overview

Peter Liria is a seasoned ethics and compliance executive with over 25 years of experience in the corporate and non-profit sectors. As the Chief Ethics Officer and Director of the Ethics Office at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), he is responsible for developing and overseeing ethical standards, policies, and training programs to promote integrity and accountability across the organization.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Chief Ethics Officer at UNDP since 2012, Peter has been instrumental in strengthening the organization's ethical framework and fostering a culture of ethical behavior. He leads a team of ethics specialists in providing advice, guidance, and training to UNDP personnel on a wide range of ethical issues. Under his leadership, the Ethics Office has implemented robust whistleblower protection policies, enhanced conflict of interest disclosures, and developed comprehensive ethics training programs that have been adopted across the UNDP global network.

Career Progression

Prior to his current role, Peter served as the Senior Director of Global Ethics and Compliance at Avaya Inc., where he was responsible for developing and implementing the company's global ethics and compliance program. Before that, he held various leadership positions at WellChoice/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, including Vice President of Compliance and Corporate Secretary, and Vice President of Ethics, Compliance, and Corporate Secretary.

Academic Background

Peter holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law.

Areas of Expertise

• Ethics and compliance program development and implementation

• Organizational integrity and accountability

• Conflict of interest management

• Whistleblower protection and investigation

• Corporate governance and regulatory compliance

• Leadership and strategic decision-making

Professional Impact

During his tenure at UNDP, Peter has been recognized for his contributions to strengthening the organization's ethical standards and practices. He has been invited to speak at numerous industry conferences and has authored several publications on ethical leadership and organizational integrity. Under his guidance, the UNDP Ethics Office has received accolades for its innovative approach to promoting ethical behavior and fostering a culture of transparency and accountability.

Conclusion

With his extensive experience and expertise in ethics and compliance, Peter Liria is a respected leader in the field of corporate governance and organizational integrity. In his current role at UNDP, he continues to drive positive change and champion ethical practices that contribute to the organization's mission of sustainable development and human progress.