About the opportunity
At the country level, UNV Field Units and designated UNV personnel promote volunteerism through the mobilization of UN Volunteers across the UN system in peace, development, human rights, and humanitarian assistance. The Country Coordinator manages the Field Unit and leads UNV’s engagement at the country level, ensuring compliance with UNV and UNDP policies. Operating under the overall guidance of the regional manager and direct supervision of the portfolio manager or specialist in the Regional Office, the coordinator builds strategic relationships, oversees safety and security, and manages the field unit’s work plan and budget.
Salary and benefits
- Fixed-term appointment of 1 year with possibility for extension
- NOB grade level with a UNDP Letter of Appointment
- Professional development within the UN system
Who can apply?
- Open exclusively to Tier 0, 1, and 2 candidates (existing UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent, fixed-term, or temporary appointments, regular PSA contract personnel, and Expert/Specialist UN Volunteers)
- Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
- Relevant experience in humanitarian, development, and/or peace-related fields
- Essential experience in partnership building and management
- Fluency in English and the local language of the duty station (Portuguese for Brazil)
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Completed application form via the Oracle Recruiting platform
When to apply
- Applications opened on September 29, 2026
- Application deadline is October 7, 2026, at 03:59 AM UTC
How to apply
- Review eligibility requirements and confirm Tier 0, 1, or 2 status
- Access the official Oracle Recruiting platform posting
- Submit your online application before the October 7, 2026 deadline
Additional information
- This post is for local recruitment only and is open to citizens of Brazil.
- All travel, interview, and relocation costs incurred to take up the appointment in Brasilia are at the expense of the applicant.
- New appointments are subject to a probationary period of 12 months.
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…
- Current internal UN personnel within Tiers 0, 1, or 2 seeking a substantive leadership role in volunteer management.
- Professionals with solid experience in humanitarian or development fields who excel at partnership building.
- Candidates fluent in English and Portuguese with a background in UN operations or programme management.
What should you think carefully about?
- Strictly limited to Tier 0, 1, and 2 internal candidates; external candidates are not eligible.
- Relocation and interview expenses are not covered by the organisation.
- Fixed-term contract duration is initially 1 year with continuation contingent on performance and funding.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an excellent opportunity for internal UN personnel looking to advance into country-level leadership, expand their expertise in partnership management, and directly influence volunteer mobilization within the UN system.
Our take
Eligible internal candidates within Tiers 0, 1, and 2 with strong partnership and development backgrounds should apply before the October 2026 deadline. External applicants are not eligible.
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