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Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs) publishes vacancies on its own career portal; UNlockit lists every currently-open role here, refreshed daily from the agency's source. This page surfaces internships, consultancies, fixed-term, and temporary positions across country offices, regional offices, and headquarters. Each posting links back to the official Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs application page.
- Open roles
- 6
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- Jun 04, 2026
Latest open roles
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Research and Communication Intern
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Research and Communication Intern will support the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) in various research, evaluation, and communication tasks. Key responsibilities include recording and tracking project evaluations, preparing summaries and social media content, supporting portfolio evaluations, and assisting with the implementation of new coding methods for peacebuilding priorities and SDGs. The intern will also support the M&E Peer Support Group by preparing meetings and maintaining a repository of tools and practices. Additional duties involve knowledge management, reporting, and supporting the preparation of communications and meeting notes. The internship is flexible in location (remote/hybrid/in-person) and expected to last 3 months with potential for extension. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Lists and related tools, and fluency in English and French.
I-1 Peace Operation Closes Jun 05, 2026 -
Armed Groups/Regional Expert
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Armed Groups/Regional Expert will contribute to monitoring sanctions measures and investigating alleged violations related to the Central African Republic (CAR) under the Sanctions Committee. The role involves analyzing regional dynamics affecting armed groups, including cross-border movements and external support networks, and engaging with regional organizations and neighboring states. The expert will participate in investigative missions, draft reports and briefings, and contribute to recommendations for improved sanctions implementation. The position requires extensive travel, including in challenging environments, and demands strong analytical, research, and investigative skills. The expert will report to the Sanctions Committee and the Security Council, working under the guidance of the Security Council Affairs Division.
CON Peace Operation Closes Jun 20, 2026 -
Arms Expert
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Arms Expert will contribute to drafting and finalizing updates, ad hoc, midterm/interim, and final reports for the Sanctions Committee established under Security Council resolution 2745 (2024). The role involves monitoring sanctions measures, investigating alleged violations, preparing investigative reports, and providing briefings on the sanctions regime and Panel activities. The expert will engage in frequent regional and international travel, including in difficult environments, and work under the direction of the Security Council Committee and the Security Council Affairs Division. The position requires extensive field experience in post-conflict or transitional situations, strong investigative and analytical skills, and a demonstrated understanding of sanctions regimes. The expert will also contribute to preparing recommendations for improved implementation of sanctions and assist in identifying areas where states can strengthen their capacity to implement the sanctions regime.
CON Peace Operation Closes Jun 18, 2026 -
Humanitarian Expert
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Humanitarian Expert will serve as part of a Panel of Experts under the Security Council Committee established by resolution 2745 (2024) on sanctions related to the Central African Republic. The role involves monitoring sanctions measures, investigating alleged violations, preparing investigative reports, and contributing to recommendations for improved implementation of sanctions regimes. The expert will engage in frequent regional and international travel, including in difficult environments, and must be fluent in English and French. The position requires extensive field experience in post-conflict or transitional situations, strong investigative and analytical skills, and the ability to work independently under pressure. The expert will report to the Sanctions Committee and the Security Council, and contribute to the Panel's work through briefings, presentations, and collaboration with various stakeholders including government authorities, civil society, and UN field presences.
CON Peace Operation Closes Jun 18, 2026 -
Natural Resources/Finance Expert
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Natural Resources/Finance Expert will contribute to drafting and finalizing updates, ad hoc, midterm/interim and final reports for the Sanctions Committee established under Security Council resolution 2745 (2024) regarding the Central African Republic. The expert will monitor sanctions measures, investigate alleged violations, prepare investigative reports, and provide recommendations for improved implementation of sanctions regimes. The role involves extensive travel, including in difficult environments, and requires strong analytical, research, and investigative skills. The expert will work under the direction of the Security Council Committee and report to the Sanctions Committee and Security Council. The position is home-based with expected duration of 12 months starting in August 2026, subject to mandate and budgetary approval.
CON Peace Operation Closes Jun 18, 2026 -
Armed Groups Expert
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Armed Groups Expert will contribute to drafting and finalizing updates, ad hoc, midterm/interim, and final reports for the Sanctions Committee established under Security Council resolution 2745 (2024). The expert will monitor sanctions measures, investigate alleged violations, and prepare investigative reports and recommendations for the Security Council. Responsibilities include compiling information on individuals and entities involved in sanctions violations, preparing briefings and presentations, monitoring media, and assisting in identifying areas where states can strengthen implementation of the sanctions regime. The role requires extensive travel, including in difficult environments, and demands strong analytical, research, and investigative skills. The expert must have substantive knowledge of sanctions regimes, field experience in post-conflict or transitional situations, and proven experience in writing high-quality reports. The position is home-based with frequent regional and international travel, and requires fluency in English and French.
CON Peace Operation Closes Jun 18, 2026
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