About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking a Legal Affairs and Institutional Liaison Associate to support the AMEXCID-UNDP Cooperation Programme (PROCAP) in Mexico. The role involves drafting and reviewing legal instruments, international collaboration agreements, and sustainable development cooperation pacts, providing technical and legal follow-up on technical cooperation targets, participating in negotiations with multilateral foreign counterparts, coordinating strategic agendas for senior management, and assisting with protocols for high-level forums and institutional events. The position is structured under a National Personnel Service Agreement at grade NPSA-7 with a contract duration of 6 months.
Salary and benefits
- Monthly compensation aligned with the NPSA-7 grade level under UNDP national personnel service terms
- 6-month contract duration with opportunities for institutional collaboration within the AMEXCID-UNDP framework
- Professional engagement in international cooperation, multilateral negotiations, and public policy liaison
Who can apply?
- High school diploma is required
- University degree studies in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or related fields will be given due consideration but are not mandatory
- At least 7 years of relevant legal experience for candidates with a high school diploma, or 4 years of relevant experience for candidates with completed undergraduate degrees
- Experience in legal areas such as contracts, regulatory affairs, or institutional engagement
- Must be a Mexican citizen in full exercise of their rights, or a foreigner whose migratory status permits the functions to be developed
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Proof of academic credentials (high school certificate and university degree if applicable)
- Documentation demonstrating required years of legal and professional experience
When to apply
- Application deadline is October 20, 2026, at 03:59 AM UTC
How to apply
- Access the official UNDP / Oracle Recruiting Cloud portal for requisition 37462
- Submit your candidate profile, resume, and supporting application materials before the closing date
Additional information
- Requisition ID: 37462
- Grade: NPSA-7
- Contract Type: National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA – Regular)
- Practice Area: Governance
- Bureau: Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean
- Required Language: Spanish
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Strong background in legal drafting, contract negotiation, and regulatory affairs within public administration or international organizations
- Demonstrated experience working with bilateral or multilateral cooperation programs, especially in governance, environment, or sustainable development
- Bilingual or native proficiency in Spanish with strong diplomatic liaison and high-level protocol organization skills
What should you think carefully about?
- The contract is offered for a fixed duration of 6 months, requiring quick integration and project delivery
- Applicants must hold valid Mexican citizenship or appropriate legal migration status permitting employment in Mexico
- The recruitment timeline is relatively short, with a 1-week application window closing on October 20, 2026
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This 6-month NPSA-7 role provides a valuable opportunity for legal and international relations professionals to gain high-level experience within the United Nations system and contribute directly to institutional capacity building and South-South cooperation frameworks in Mexico.
Our take
Legal and institutional liaison professionals with strong contract drafting experience and appropriate work authorization in Mexico should apply before the October 20, 2026 deadline.
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