About the opportunity
The Country Coordinator manages the UNV Field Unit (FU) in Congo, serving as the primary representative for UNV within the UN country team. The role involves strategic positioning of UNV services, mobilizing qualified volunteers across peace, development, and humanitarian sectors, and ensuring the duty of care for all UN Volunteers. The incumbent leads partnership building with government, civil society, and private sector stakeholders, while overseeing the FU’s operations, budget, and team performance. Working under the guidance of the Regional Office and the UN Resident Coordinator, the coordinator ensures that volunteerism is integrated into national development frameworks and that UNV’s value proposition is effectively communicated to partners and stakeholders.
Salary and benefits
- Fixed-term appointment for 1 year with the possibility of extension
- Professional development within the UN system
- Opportunity to lead strategic volunteer mobilization and advocacy initiatives
- Exposure to UN country team coordination and inter-agency collaboration
Who can apply?
- Citizens of Congo (local recruitment only)
- Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent)
- Bachelor's degree in combination with 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a master's degree
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in humanitarian, development, or peace-related fields (with master's degree)
- Fluency in English and the local language of the duty station
- Must be a Tier 0, 1, or 2 candidate as defined by UNDP/UNCDF/UNV internal policies
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic credentials
- Proof of relevant work experience
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 2026-10-07
How to apply
- Review the eligibility criteria, specifically the Tier 0, 1, and 2 requirements
- Prepare application materials including CV and relevant documentation
- Submit the application through the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud portal
Additional information
- This position is for local recruitment only and is open to citizens of Congo.
- The successful candidate will hold a UNDP Letter of Appointment.
- All travel, interview, and relocation costs are at the expense of the applicant.
- Continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
- UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy.
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…
- Professionals with established experience in humanitarian or development sectors who are already part of the UNDP/UNCDF/UNV system.
- Individuals with strong partnership-building skills and experience in advocacy or public relations.
- Candidates who possess both the required academic background and a deep understanding of the local context in Congo.
What should you think carefully about?
- This role is strictly limited to internal candidates (Tier 0, 1, and 2), meaning external applicants are not eligible.
- The position is a fixed-term contract, and applicants should be prepared for the standard probationary period requirements.
- Relocation and interview costs are not covered by the organization, which may be a factor if the candidate is not currently based in Brazzaville.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent opportunity for experienced development professionals to take on a leadership position within the UN system. It offers a platform to influence national volunteerism strategies and strengthen inter-agency collaboration, making it a strong career move for those looking to deepen their expertise in management, partnership development, and system-wide UN operations.
Our take
This position is highly suitable for current UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff members who meet the Tier 0-2 eligibility criteria and are looking to advance their careers in a leadership capacity within the Congo country office. It is not suitable for external candidates or those who do not meet the specific internal tier requirements.
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