UNDP Seeks Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Rule of Law Specialist: Home-Based Job | Apply by 24 Oct 2026
Overview
The United Nations Development Programme is hiring a Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Rule of Law Specialist to support accountability initiatives and responses to conflict-related sexual violence in Ukraine. This position is a full-time, home-based international consultancy tied to job identification number 37143. The selected candidate will support the United Nations Team of Experts on the Rule of Law and Sexual Violence in Conflict by implementing programmes in Ukraine, building partnerships with European Union institutions, mobilizing funding, and leading capacity-building activities.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a master's degree in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration, or a related field, accompanied by at least seven years of progressively responsible experience. Alternatively, applicants with a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline must have at least nine years of qualifying experience. This background must include work in conflict or post-conflict settings, fundraising for accountability projects, understanding EU foreign policy and funding instruments, and supporting accountability efforts in Ukraine. Desirable qualifications include expertise in conflict-related sexual violence, international organizations, EU institutions, and the Women, Peace and Security agenda. The position requires fluency in English and/or French, and applicants must verify that they qualify as Tier 0, Tier 1, or Tier 2 participants under the internal tiered recruitment process.
How to Apply
Interested individuals must submit their applications through the official United Nations Development Programme careers portal by searching for job identification number 37143. Applicants should thoroughly review the full vacancy announcement, verify their eligibility within the permitted recruitment tiers, and ensure their submission details the requisite experience.
Key dates
Applications close on 24 October 2026 at 5:59 a.m.