The below reports are prepared by the Office of the UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process (UNSCO) and are presented to the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee (AHLC) at its bi-annual meeting.
The reports provide an assessment of the efforts of the Palestinian Government toward state-building and an update on the situation on the ground.
The Ad Hoc Liaison Committee (AHLC) serves as the principal policy-level coordination mechanism for development assistance to the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt). The AHLC is chaired by Norway and co-sponsored by the EU and the US. In addition, the United Nations participates together with the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The AHLC seeks to promote dialogue between donors, the Palestinian Authority and the Government of Israel. The full report to the AHLC prepared by the Office of the UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process is attached to this release and includes an executive summary of its main conclusions.
- Vacancies
UNISFA: Police Chief of Operations (UN Police Planning Officer) (P-4)
Post title and level: Police Chief of Operations (UN Police Planning Officer), P-4
Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA)
Duty Station: Abyei
Reporting to: Deputy Police Commissioner
Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
Deadline for applications: 11 December 2025
Job opening number: 2025-UNISFA-31031291-DPO
United Nations Values: Inclusion, Integrity, Humility and Humanity
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in one or more of the following disciplines: Law, Law Enforcement, Security, Criminal Justice Administration, Business or Public Administration, Development Studies (particularly in law enforcement) or another relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant professional level experience in law enforcement, including police operations and administration, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy is required.
Work Experience: At least 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced university degree) of progressively relevant and active policing service/experience in a national or international law enforcement agency at the field and/or national police headquarters level - required; 5 years of active managerial police experience with practical involvement in operational planning, commanding police operations (including with formed police units' use), policy development - required. Practical direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level police infrastructures/pillars – highly desirable. Experience in crime management, police administration, police training and development, community policing, change management (particularly in law enforcement) or related field is highly desirable. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.
Rank: Lieutenant-Colonel/Superintendent of Police or other service equivalent or higher.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.
Date of Issuance: 11 September 2025
- Vacancies
UNISFA: Gender-Based Violence Police Adviser (UN Police Analyst) (P-3)
Post title and level: Gender-Based Violence Police Adviser (UN Police Analyst), P-3
Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA)
Duty Station: Abyei
Reporting to: Police Commissioner through Chief of Operations
Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
Deadline for application: 11 December 2025
Job Opening number: 2025-UNISFA-31031292-DPO
United Nations Core Values: Inclusion, Integrity, Humility and Humanity
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Law enforcement, Criminal Justice, Security, Public Administration, Security Sciences, Human Resources Management, Social Sciences, Development Studies (particularly in law enforcement), Change Management or other relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement, including public order management, police unit commanding and planning police operations may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training institution is required.
Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years (7 years in absence of advanced degree) of progressive and active relevant service/experience at the field level (region/district), including direct practical experience in crime prevention, investigation of domestic violence, community policing, victim protection, is required. Experience in gender mainstreaming, project management, policy development, implementation of GBV programs in emergencies and post-conflict contexts is highly desirable. Experience in budgeting and police planning is an asset. Peacekeeping or other international experiences in the UN or other international organizations is an advantage.
Rank: Rank required for a P-3 is Chief Inspector, Major, its equivalent or higher rank.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.
Date of Issuance: 11 September 2025