About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Regional Bureau for Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (RBEC) provides oversight and support to 17 Country Offices and regional hubs. The Istanbul Regional Hub houses global and regional expertise to offer programmatic and advisory support. The Operations and Oversight Specialist will contribute to the bureau’s quality assurance and oversight actions pertaining to management performance, monitoring, and advisory activities. Responsibilities include financial and human resources management, procurement, logistical services, ICT and common services consistent with UN rules, and coordinating the work of the hub’s resource management while assisting management with general operations.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive UN salary and benefits package for a P4 grade position
- Fixed-term appointment of 2 years with the possibility of extension
- Opportunity to work in an international multi-disciplinary environment at the Istanbul Regional Hub
Who can apply?
- Open to Tier 0 and Tier 1 candidates only: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments whose posts will be abolished or whose contracts will be terminated or not renewed in 2026 (Tier 0), or other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent and fixed-term appointments (Tier 1)
- Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field, combined with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience at the national or international level
- Alternatively, a first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree) in the same fields combined with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience
- Experience in management advisory services and/or managing operational systems, preferably in a UNDP Country Office, regional office, or headquarters
- Experience using computers, office software, web-based management systems such as ERP, data analytics, dashboards, and BI tools
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of another UN language is desirable
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Completed online application form via the UNDP Oracle Recruiting platform
When to apply
- Date posted: November 3, 2026
- Explicit closing date: November 5, 2026 at 04:59 UTC
How to apply
- Access the official UNDP recruitment portal via the vacancy link
- Verify eligibility under the Tier 0 and Tier 1 criteria
- Complete the online application form and submit your CV and required details before the deadline
Additional information
- This position requires mobility.
- Continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon successful completion of a probationary period.
- UNDP charges no fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
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 fit for existing UNDP, UNCDF, or UNV permanent or fixed-term staff holding Tier 0 or Tier 1 status looking for a P4 international role in operations and oversight.
- Ideal for professionals with substantial background in UN rules, regulations, internal control frameworks, and financial or audit compliance.
- Well-suited for candidates experienced in managing operational systems, data analytics, business intelligence tools, and resource management within international organizations.
What should you think carefully about?
- Restricted eligibility: applications are strictly limited to Tier 0 and Tier 1 internal candidates.
- Extremely tight application window of only a few days between posting and the November 5, 2026 deadline.
- Position requires relocation to Istanbul, Türkiye, and involves mandatory mobility.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced internal UN professionals aiming to advance into a P4-level oversight and operations management position within a regional hub, strengthening their expertise in risk management, audit compliance, and bureau-wide quality assurance.
Our take
Eligible internal UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff with strong operational and financial backgrounds should apply immediately before the rapid deadline, while external candidates or those outside Tier 0 and Tier 1 are ineligible.
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