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Department of Peace Operations jobs
Department of Peace Operations (Department of Peace Operations) 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 Peace Operations application page.
- Open roles
- 4
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- 7/21/2026
Latest open roles
Civil Affairs Intern: Research, drafting, data collection and Innovation and analysis
Department of Peace Operations · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
This unpaid internship within the Civil Affairs Team of the Department of Peace Operations focuses on research, drafting, data collection, and innovation. The intern will support the Policy and Best Practices Service by assisting in the development of civil affairs policy, guidance, and surveys related to local peacebuilding, community engagement, and conflict dynamics. Key responsibilities include preparing reports, concept papers, and communication products; capturing lessons learned and best practices from peacekeeping missions; and developing advocacy materials. The role also involves attending conferences, servicing meetings, and assisting with project management and coordination. A significant component of the internship is data analysis and information management, including the exploration and proposal of AI tools for summarizing reports, extracting insights, and automating workflows. The ideal candidate is a student in the final year of a bachelor's, master's, or PhD program, or a recent graduate, with a field of study closely related to the internship. The position offers flexibility in work location (hybrid, remote, or in-person) and duration (2-6 months), requiring fluency in English and a strong interest in peacekeeping policy and data-driven innovation.
Closes 8/1/2026PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER (Donor Relations), P3
Department of Peace Operations · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Programme Management Officer (Donor Relations) at UNMAS supports the mitigation of threats from mines and explosive remnants of war by managing resource mobilization efforts. The role involves coordinating the UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Assistance in Mine Action, liaising with international donors, and developing resource mobilization materials. Key responsibilities include negotiating contribution agreements, monitoring compliance with donor terms, and analyzing global funding trends. The incumbent will support senior management engagement with donors and prepare written inputs for high-level officials. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, experience in project management, and a deep understanding of UN financial rules. The role requires proficiency in English and French, with a focus on professionalism, client orientation, and planning. This is a temporary position available until July 2027, potentially limited to internal candidates or those based at the duty station.
Closes 7/23/2026DDR Programming Support Intern
Department of Peace Operations · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
This unpaid internship supports the Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) Branch within the Department of Peace Operations. The intern assists with drafting briefing notes, reports, and internal documents, while conducting research on DDR developments in assigned countries. Key responsibilities include supporting the Inter-Agency Working Group on DDR, reviewing Integrated DDR Standards, and creating data visualizations such as UML diagrams. The role also involves assisting with communication materials, maintaining fact sheets on peacekeeping missions, attending conferences, and providing administrative support. The position is located in New York with a hybrid work arrangement (four days in-office, one day remote). It is open to students in the final year of a bachelor's, master's, or PhD programme, or those who have completed these degrees. No professional work experience is required, but a relevant field of study is necessary. Fluency in English is mandatory, with French and other UN languages as assets. The internship lasts 3-6 months, is unpaid, and requires the intern to cover their own travel and living expenses.
Closes 7/25/2026Coordination Officer, P4
Department of Peace Operations · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Coordination Officer (P4) within the Department of Peace Operations supports the Policy, Evaluation and Training Division in developing and disseminating policy and doctrine for Peacekeeping Operations. The role involves managing knowledge systems, evaluating programs, and analyzing trends to guide training and policy development. Key responsibilities include designing consultations and workshops, conducting research and data analysis, and producing analytical reports and policy briefs. The officer coordinates policy development, organizes outreach activities, and provides substantive support to meetings and conferences. The position also entails leading complex field missions, coordinating budget funding activities, and maintaining knowledge management platforms. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and conceptual skills, proficiency in data collection and interpretation, and the ability to manage conflicting priorities. They must demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and client orientation, with a specific focus on incorporating gender perspectives. The role requires significant experience in knowledge management, policy support, and project management, particularly within the context of UN peacekeeping missions.
Closes 8/3/2026
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