Updated August 13, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
We’re introducing new Viva Engage role management APIs in Microsoft Graph, now available in beta. These APIs allow IT admins to programmatically manage Viva Engage-specific roles—such as Corporate Communicator, Network Administrator, and Verified Administrator, enabling automation, scalability, and integration with existing identity systems.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 497131.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early September 2025 (previously early August) and expect to complete by late September 2025 (previously late August).
[How this will affect your organization:]
These new APIs provide greater flexibility and control for IT admins by enabling:
- Automated role assignments
- Programmatic retrieval of role data
- Streamlined admin workflows across large organizations
This expands on existing Microsoft Graph support for roles like Global Administrator and Yammer Administrator, now including all Viva Engage-specific roles. The update does not change the current UI-based role management experience—it simply adds a new programmatic option for admins and corporate communicators to provision Viva Engage roles.
[What you need to do to prepare:]
No immediate action is required. If your organization is interested in using these APIs, you can:
- Begin testing the beta APIs using either delegated (user-authenticated) or app-only access models
- Ensure the appropriate roles are assigned—Entra admin or Corporate Communicator—as these are required to use the APIs
- Share feedback to help improve the experience ahead of general availability
Learn more:
- Introducing Viva Engage Role Management APIs on Microsoft Graph API | Viva Engage | Viva Engage Blog
- Use the Microsoft Graph API to work with Viva Engage | Microsoft Learn
[Compliance considerations]
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.