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- 7/22/2026
Latest open roles
Programme Officer (Organizational Resilience Support)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇹 Italy
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking a Programme Officer (Organizational Resilience Support) at the P-3 level to join the Logistics Service Division (CSL) in Rome, Italy. This fixed-term staff position focuses on coordinating organizational resilience and overseeing business continuity management (BCM) in alignment with UN-wide best practices and FAO policies. The incumbent will support the Organizational Resilience Management System (ORMS), including Business Impact Analysis, Maintenance, Exercise and Review (ME-R) activities, and internal training. Key responsibilities involve developing, implementing, and monitoring resilience programmes; contributing to policy formulation and compliance reviews; and preparing high-level reports and background papers for interagency events. The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in business operations, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across decentralized offices. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree and has five years of relevant experience in project management, business operations, or organizational resilience. Proficiency in English and an intermediate level of another official FAO language are required. Professional certifications in BCM are desirable. The position offers a competitive UN compensation package and is open to diverse candidates, with a focus on integrity and professional conduct.
Closes 7/29/2026Project Operations Assistant
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇵🇭 Philippines
The Project Operations Assistant supports the day-to-day administrative, logistical, and operational activities of the EU4Mindanao project in Davao City, Philippines. This role focuses on implementing the quadruple humanitarian, peace, climate, and development (HPCD) nexus approach to foster sustainable peace and development in Mindanao and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). Key responsibilities include participating in project work planning, coordinating missions, and liaising with the Administrative and Programme Units on budget preparation, financial control, logistics, and procurement. The incumbent will assist in monitoring and evaluation by maintaining project registers and control tools, preparing minutes, reports, and presentation materials. Additionally, the role involves preparing HR plans, monitoring resource allocations, and ensuring compliance with donor visibility requirements and FAO systems. The position requires working within a complex humanitarian context, supporting vulnerable communities including Indigenous Peoples, IDPs, and persons with disabilities. The candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and partners to ensure efficient project delivery, utilizing monitoring tools and adhering to strict integrity and professional conduct standards. The role is critical for strengthening local productive capacities, particularly in agriculture and agro-industry, contributing to FAO’s strategic framework for agrifood systems transformation.
Closes 7/28/2026Project Coordinator
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇵🇭 Philippines
The Project Coordinator provides technical and operational leadership for the FAO-led components of the 'European Union Support for Resilient Mindanao' (EU4Mindanao) Action. This role focuses on strengthening community resilience, climate-smart agricultural production, and value chain development in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs) of the Philippines. The incumbent ensures effective planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of field activities aligned with donor agreements and FAO standards. Key responsibilities include managing project budgets and procurement, overseeing personnel and partners, facilitating multi-stakeholder coordination with government and civil society, and leading capacity-building interventions. The role requires applying a Humanitarian-Peace-Development-Climate (HPDC) nexus approach to support vulnerable groups, including Indigenous Peoples, IDPs, and women. The coordinator also handles donor reporting, resource mobilization, and visibility compliance. The position is based in Davao City, Philippines, on a 12-month National Project Personnel (NPP) contract, reporting to the Assistant FAO Representative for Programme.
Closes 7/28/2026Officer, Accreditation Support
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
The Officer, Accreditation Support role within NATO's Cyber and Digital Transformation Division focuses on tracking accreditation backlogs and monitoring unaccredited systems across the NATO Enterprise. The incumbent contributes to security accreditation for traditional and cloud-based CIS solutions by coordinating Security Audits, performing gap analyses, and supporting remediation planning using risk-based approaches. Responsibilities include developing enterprise security accreditation policies, advising senior stakeholders on cybersecurity posture and risk acceptance, and managing project boards to mitigate accreditation-related risks. The role requires establishing networks of key experts, providing strategic advisory support to leadership, and drafting high-level briefs and reports. The ideal candidate possesses a university degree and at least five years of experience in cyber operations, including leading remote teams. They must demonstrate strong expertise in cybersecurity risk assessment, compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR), and security accreditation processes. Proficiency in NATO's official languages (English/French) at specified levels is mandatory. The position offers a three-year definite duration contract with potential renewal, based in Brussels, Belgium.
Closes 9/6/2026Nexus Academy Manager (Open to Tier 1 & 2 applicants only).
United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Nexus Academy Manager leads the Global HDP Nexus Academy, a platform promoting integrated Humanitarian-Development-Peace approaches. Reporting to the Senior Advisor in the RALI Team, the role manages project planning, learning/knowledge management, and strategic partnerships. Responsibilities include preparing annual workplans and budgets, providing strategic oversight for high-quality training outputs, and managing the Nexus Knowledge Hub. The incumbent drives resource mobilization by identifying funding sources, developing proposals, and managing donor relations. The role requires strong multi-stakeholder coordination, systems thinking, and expertise in HDP nexus policy. It involves facilitating training cohorts, measuring impact, and ensuring compliance with UNDP regulations. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in fragile contexts, program design, and inter-agency coordination, with a focus on building consensus and advancing nexus approaches globally.
Closes 7/30/2026Movement Operations Assistant (Field Support)
International Organization for Migration · 🇩🇿 Algiers, Algeria
The Movement Operations Assistant (Field Support) role involves providing direct field support to migrants at airports, transit centers, camps, and third-party facilities. Key responsibilities include verifying identities and travel documentation, assisting with airport formalities such as check-in and security screening, and escorting individuals to transportation. The assistant supports vulnerable individuals during their stay by providing orientation, food, and non-food items, while ensuring their safety and comfort. Duties also involve entering and updating data in relevant systems, coordinating transportation logistics, and providing interpretation services when needed. The role requires working extended periods, including overnight shifts and weekends, and maintaining strict confidentiality and adherence to IOM Standards of Conduct and Protection Mainstreaming Minimum Standards. The ideal candidate is computer literate, detail-oriented, and possesses strong interpersonal skills to interact professionally with diverse populations. Fluency in both English and French is mandatory, with Arabic being desirable. The position demands the ability to remain impartial, unbiased, and resilient in challenging field environments while reporting issues promptly to supervisors.
Closes 8/5/2026China Policy Officer
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
The China Policy Officer serves within the Indo-Pacific Section of NATO’s Political Affairs and Security Policy Division, focusing on the implementation of political guidance regarding NATO’s relations with Indo-Pacific partners (Australia, Japan, ROK, New Zealand) and policy towards China. The role involves monitoring and analyzing developments in China and the broader region, advising NATO leadership on policy development and implementation, and supporting the North Atlantic Council. Key responsibilities include stakeholder management with Allies, partner countries, and international organizations; drafting policy documents, memoranda, and speaking notes; and representing the Section at meetings and conferences. The incumbent also acts as a backup officer for other countries in the Indo-Pacific area. The position requires strong analytical, conceptual, and communication skills, along with proficiency in NATO’s official languages. It is a fixed-term contract role with potential for renewal and conversion to indefinite status, subject to security clearance and medical approval.
Closes 8/30/2026Translation Project Manager
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
The Translation Project Manager supports the NATO Council Secretariat in facilitating Alliance consultation and decision-making processes by managing end-to-end translation assignments. The role involves overseeing the entire lifecycle of translation projects, coordinating freelance translators, and ensuring efficient demand processing. Key responsibilities include identifying efficiency gains, improving client relationship management, and maintaining awareness of NATO priorities. The incumbent must manage stakeholder expectations, track document priorities, and maintain broad knowledge of topical NATO issues. The position requires flexibility to work outside normal hours and potentially travel. It reports to the Deputy Head of Linguistic Services and Digital Transformation Lead. The ideal candidate possesses strong project management skills, proficiency in NATO's official languages, and experience with Computer Aided Translation (CAT) tools. The role demands high levels of analytical thinking, customer service orientation, and the ability to multitask under pressure in an international environment.
Closes 8/30/2026Officer, Defence Policy (261198)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
The Officer, Defence Policy (Grade G20) supports the Defence Industry, Innovation and Armaments Division in developing cutting-edge, interoperable defence capabilities and policy frameworks. The role focuses on capability development and delivery, with a specific emphasis on enhancing cooperation with partners, particularly Ukraine. Key responsibilities include drafting policy papers, reports, and briefing materials to support Allied decision-making; leading initiatives for the NATO Ukraine Council Working Group on Defence Technical Cooperation; and coordinating with the Conference of National Armaments Directors. The incumbent provides evidence-based analysis, manages stakeholder relationships with Allies and industry, and represents NATO at conferences. The role also involves mentoring staff and deputizing for the Head of Section. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and political judgment skills, excellent policy-writing abilities, and experience in defence planning. They must navigate complex multinational environments and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. This is a full-time position based in Brussels, Belgium, requiring occasional travel and work outside normal hours.
Closes 8/23/2026Senior Political Affairs Officer, P5
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structure · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine
The Senior Political Affairs Officer (P5) leads the DPPA Liaison Office in Kyiv, reporting to the Director of the Europe and Central Asia Division. The role involves providing high-level political analysis on Ukraine and regional security, advising senior UN officials, and managing diplomatic engagement with government, civil society, and international partners. Responsibilities include monitoring conflict dynamics, preparing strategic briefings, coordinating with the UN Country Team, and overseeing the liaison office's programmatic and administrative work. The incumbent manages a multicultural team, coordinates security matters with UNDSS, and represents DPPA at regional events. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in political analysis, conflict resolution, and liaison work in Eastern Europe, with specific expertise on Ukraine. Strong managerial skills, diplomatic acumen, and the ability to operate autonomously in complex environments are essential. The role requires fluency in English and knowledge of UN peace and security mechanisms.
Closes 7/29/2026Political Intern
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structure · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
This is an unpaid, full-time (35 hours/week) or part-time (20 hours/week) internship within the Europe and Central Asia Division (ECAD) of the shared Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations (DPPA-DPO) at UN Headquarters in New York. The intern will support the Eastern Europe team, which covers 12 countries and three regional organizations, and backstops liaison offices in Kyiv and Vienna. Key responsibilities include monitoring media and political/security developments, conducting background research and analysis, reporting on UN Security Council and General Assembly meetings, preparing summary notes and briefing materials for senior officials, and providing logistical assistance for meetings. The role is designed for students in the final year of a first university degree (Bachelor's) or those enrolled in/completed a graduate programme (Master's/PhD). A field of study closely related to the internship is required. Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory; knowledge of another UN language is advantageous. The internship is flexible regarding start date (desired Oct 5, 2026) and work arrangement (hybrid, all remote, or in-person), though it is primarily based in New York. Applicants must not have previously served six months as a UN intern.
Closes 8/6/2026VN-US10-2026-067 National Associate Movement Operations Officer (Field Support, Airport)
International Organization for Migration · Dulles, United States of America (the)
The National Associate Movement Operations Officer provides field support at U.S. international airports, overseeing the safe and dignified reception, transit, and onward movement of refugees and migrants under the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP). The role involves supervising field support staff, managing day-to-day airport assistance activities, and serving as the primary liaison with IOM Washington DC Operations, airport authorities, and government counterparts. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with IOM policies and protection standards, managing assets and inventories, coordinating interpretation and transportation services, and handling sensitive cases such as unaccompanied minors. The incumbent monitors arrival schedules, ensures adequate staffing, and maintains data integrity using proprietary systems. The position requires physical capability for tasks like standing, walking, and lifting, and demands high emotional intelligence, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate possesses prior IOM movement operations or airport experience, knowledge of USRAP guidelines, and demonstrated ability to supervise teams and handle complex workflows in a high-pressure environment.
Closes 8/4/2026National Movement Operations Officer (Field Support)
International Organization for Migration · 🇨🇩 Kinshasa, DR Congo
The National Movement Operations Officer (Field Support) oversees field support activities in Kinshasa, DRC, managing up to three teams responsible for the organized movement of migrants and refugees. Key responsibilities include supervising staff development, monitoring work schedules, and validating financial paperwork. The role ensures efficient airport services, including documentation, luggage, and escorts, while coordinating with the Ministry of Interior and other partners. The officer manages transit center operations, asset inventories, vendor quality control, and transportation logistics. Duties extend to pre-departure counseling, handling at-risk cases (including unaccompanied refugee minors), and ensuring compliance with IOM’s Movement Management Manual and PSEA policies. The position requires maintaining confidentiality, preparing statistical reports, and utilizing specific systems like iGATOR and Amadeus. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, proficiency in migration operations software, and fluency in French and English. This role demands high ethical standards, professionalism, and the ability to manage sensitive situations in a secure environment.
Closes 8/4/2026IT Project Leader (Multiple Positions)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇮🇹 La Spezia, Italy
The Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE) within NATO is seeking multiple IT Project Leaders to manage end-to-end IT projects, product development, and service delivery. Reporting to the IT Branch Head, the incumbent will lead cross-functional Agile teams, oversee IT infrastructure, and ensure compliance with NATO security and governance standards. The role involves strategic planning, resource allocation, and stakeholder management in a defense and security context. The ideal candidate possesses a Master’s degree in a technical field plus five years of experience, or exceptional expertise with twelve years of experience. Proficiency in English is essential, with French desirable. The position requires a NATO SECRET security clearance and is open only to nationals of NATO member countries. The contract is for three years, renewable, based in La Spezia, Italy, with potential travel and onboard duties.
Closes 8/18/2026Chief of Unit, Procurement, P4
Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary General for Yemen · 🇾🇪 Sana'A, Yemen
The Chief of Unit, Procurement (P4) leads procurement activities for the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen, based in Sana’a. The role involves planning and managing multi-million-dollar expenditures, advising senior officials on procurement policy, and directing a work team. Key responsibilities include analyzing complex procurement proposals, negotiating major contracts, and developing procurement strategies. The incumbent must demonstrate professionalism, leadership, and strong communication skills, ensuring compliance with UN procurement policies. The position requires significant experience in conflict/post-conflict environments and UN field missions. It is a temporary assignment for 364 days, potentially limited to internal candidates or those already based in the duty station. The role emphasizes gender balance and adherence to UN standards of efficiency and integrity.
Closes 7/28/2026POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER/Climate, Peace and Security Advisor, P4
United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland
The Political Affairs Officer/Climate, Peace and Security Advisor (P4) supports UNAMA leadership and the DPPA Policy and Mediation Division in addressing climate change, environmental shocks, and natural resource management impacts on peace and stability in Afghanistan and the region. The role involves providing up-to-date analysis on climate-peace-security interlinkages, promoting coherence among UN entities, and mainstreaming climate risks into UNAMA policies and strategies. The incumbent will enhance engagement with Afghan stakeholders, including de facto authorities and civil society, and support the Resident Coordinator’s Office in aid coordination. Responsibilities include identifying funding gaps, developing proposals, collaborating on climate finance, and serving as the focal point for early warning and good practices. The advisor contributes to strategies, reports, and research, supporting DPPA’s Climate Security Unit and Mechanisms in Central and South Asia. The candidate must demonstrate professionalism, communication, teamwork, and client orientation, with a focus on gender perspectives. The position requires advanced analytical skills, experience in conflict/post-conflict settings, and knowledge of the Afghanistan region. It is a temporary assignment until December 31, 2026, located in Geneva.
Closes 7/28/2026Chief of Section, Supply Chain Management, P5
UN Support Office in Haiti · 🇭🇹 Port-Au-Prince, Haiti
The Chief of Section, Supply Chain Management (P5) leads the overall management of supply chain activities for the UN Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH), primarily supporting the Gang Suppression Force, BINUH, and Haitian National Police. Reporting to the Chief of Service, the incumbent manages planning, guidance, and coordination across all supply chain areas, including procurement, logistics, warehousing, and asset management. Key responsibilities involve developing supply chain work plans, optimizing service delivery, managing budgets as a Certifying Officer, and ensuring compliance with UN regulations. The role requires strategic advice to senior management, coordination with UN Headquarters and field components, and supervision of staff. The ideal candidate possesses advanced expertise in supply chain management, proven leadership in complex, resource-scarce, or conflict environments, and strong negotiation skills. This is a temporary three-month assignment based in Port-au-Prince, a non-family duty station, requiring fluency in English and French.
Closes 7/29/2026HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER/SECURITY SECTOR ADVISER (Temporary Job Opening), P3
Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇦🇹 Vienna, Austria
The Human Rights Officer/Security Sector Adviser (P3) supports the Group of independent experts on the human rights situation in Belarus, based in Vienna. The role involves researching and analyzing human rights and international criminal law violations, mapping state police structures, and advising on security sector procedures. Key responsibilities include conducting investigations through interviews with victims and witnesses, utilizing monitoring tools and open-source intelligence for geolocation and authenticity assessment, and identifying alleged perpetrators. The incumbent ensures the protection of victims and witnesses, preserves investigative documentation, and drafts analytical documents and reports, integrating gender perspectives throughout. The position requires strong research, analytical, and investigative skills, along with knowledge of international human rights and criminal law. The officer must work collaboratively, demonstrate professionalism, and adhere to strict accountability standards. This is a temporary assignment until December 31, 2026, subject to funding. The role demands fluency in English and Russian, with a preference for candidates with experience in the region or specific expertise in police procedures and ballistics.
Closes 8/4/2026HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER / INVESTIGATOR P3 - Two positions - (Temporary Job Opening), P3
Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇦🇹 Vienna, Austria
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking two Human Rights Officers/Investigators at the P3 level to support the Group of independent experts on the situation of human rights in Belarus, based in Vienna, Austria. The role involves researching, collecting, and analyzing information on human rights, international humanitarian, and criminal law violations. Key responsibilities include conducting investigations through victim and witness interviews, monitoring violation trends, and utilizing multi-source data including open-source material and satellite imagery for geolocation and authenticity assessment. The incumbent must identify alleged perpetrators, ensure the protection of victims and witnesses, and preserve investigation documentation. The position requires drafting analytical documents, including gender analyses, and contributing to the Group's reports. The ideal candidate possesses strong research and analytical skills, knowledge of institutional mandates, and the ability to integrate gender perspectives into all stages of investigation and reporting. This is a temporary position available until December 31, 2026, subject to funding and mandate extension.
Closes 8/4/2026Investigator (Temporary Job Opening), P4
Independent Investigative Mechanism for Afghanistan · 🇦🇹 Vienna, Austria
The Independent Investigative Mechanism for Afghanistan (IIMA) is seeking an Investigator (P4) to collect, consolidate, preserve, and analyze evidence of international crimes and serious violations of international law in Afghanistan. Based in Vienna, the role involves supervising investigations into genocide, war crimes, and sexual and gender-based violence, ensuring the integrity of evidence chains, and preparing case files for potential criminal proceedings. The Investigator will coordinate with government, UN, and civil society actors, manage security risks, and represent the IIMA in briefings. The ideal candidate possesses advanced university degrees in law or criminal investigation, or equivalent professional certifications combined with significant experience. They must have a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible work experience in law enforcement or criminal investigations involving serious breaches of international humanitarian law, including experience with an international or multilateral public institution. Fluency in English is required, with Dari desirable. The position is a temporary job opening, subject to mandate continuation and funding availability, with potential restrictions to internal candidates or those based in Vienna.
Closes 8/4/2026
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- Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe34
- United Nations Office for Project Services19
- International Organization for Migration11
- Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structure8
- International Committee of the Red Cross8
- World Food Programme8
- United Nations Development Programme7
- Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs6
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- Ukraine9
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