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Advanced university degree in agricultural or development economics, international relations, social science, public policy, political science or other related fields.
WHAT IS HUMANITARIAN-DEVELOPMENT-PEACE NEXUS?
In today's age of uncertainty and fragility, the prevailing approach to crises and conflicts demands a radical shift. There is now an understanding that these crises are not isolated incidents but are, in fact, development deficit emergencies that necessitate integrated development solutions that are fully supported and funded. Development, enshrined in the universally agreed Sustainable Development Goals, emerges as the most sustainable remedy for crises and the most effective means of averting them altogether.
Enhanced collaboration and coordination among development, humanitarian, and peacebuilding actors have become vital in this context. The traditional focus on short-term (humanitarian-focused) assistance is no longer sufficient. Instead, efforts should be directed towards achieving long-term development gains that reduce vulnerability and risk over time. Moreover, development should be recognized as the central goal, not just a means to an end. It can significantly contribute to prevention, peacebuilding, and sustaining peace.
The growing recognition of the importance of long-term solutions is evident in the assistance provided by OECD DAC members to fragile contexts. In 2020, the volume of aid reached its highest level since 2006, amounting to USD 61.9 billion. This highlights the urgency of adopting an integrated approach to address the root causes of crises that are becoming increasingly protracted and cyclical.
In order to build a lasting peace, development and prevention must be at the forefront of the aid system's integrated response. This involves both short-term humanitarian responses, as well as concurrent development and peace interventions that are backed by funding and sustainable, predictable financing to ensure continuity. Additionally, it requires the promotion of national ownership as a central element of change, empowering local communities to play an active role in shaping their future.
UNDP has been at the center of the policy development that is re-evaluating the strategies for dealing with crises and conflicts, through emphasizing development as the ultimate solution paves the way for a brighter and more secure future. By fostering collaboration and integrating efforts, we can move closer to achieving a world where crises are minimized, and peace is sustained for generations to come.
This has led to the development of the Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus approach which aims to increase coherence among humanitarian, development, and peace actors in fragile, crisis and conflict-affected contexts to effectively reduce people's unmet needs, risks, and vulnerabilities and to increase their resilience. The HDP nexus approach is a central tenet of UNDP's Crisis Offer, and where UNDP leads system-wide global efforts to operationalize the approach at country and regional level.
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At UNDP, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UNDP recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNDP, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UNDP's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UNDP personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference checks.
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-Humanitarian Development Peace Nexus
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Working hours (%): 80-100%
80-100%Macro-area: Multiple
Level of experience: Senior Professional, more than 5 years
Area of work Definition: Political Affairs, Conflict and Peacekeeping
Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations