About Us

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At UNDP, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are fundamental principles. We embrace diversity to reflect the varied cultures and nations in which we work, promote inclusion to empower every team member to contribute to our mission, and ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Our commitment to "leaving no one behind" emphasizes increasing representation from underserved and marginalized populations. Individuals from these groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Discover more about working at UNDP, our values, and inspiring stories.

Zero Tolerance Policy: UNDP strictly prohibits sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment (including sexual harassment), and discrimination. All selected candidates will undergo comprehensive reference and background checks.

About UNDP:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) works in 170 countries, focusing on combating poverty, inequality, and climate change. In Afghanistan, UNDP has supported climate resilience, gender equality, governance, health, and livelihoods for over five decades, aligning its efforts with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Since the power shift in August 2021, UNDP has launched initiatives to prevent a humanitarian crisis and stabilize Afghanistan’s economy.

Key Initiatives in Afghanistan:
UNDP addresses displacement challenges affecting millions of internally displaced persons (IDPs), returnees, and refugees through targeted, area-based programming. This approach integrates community development plans to improve access to resources and services while fostering social cohesion, economic empowerment, and regional business growth.

Afghanistan Community Resilience Programme (ACRP):
In partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), UNDP has introduced ACRP to tackle climate change and displacement issues in Badghis, Helmand, and Kandahar. The program focuses on building resilient livelihoods, enhancing agricultural productivity, and strengthening market connections. ACRP also addresses the socioeconomic impacts of the poppy ban, particularly for women and marginalized communities.

Programme Highlights:

• Coordination through geographic targeting and aligned outcomes with partners.
• Data collection, monitoring, and knowledge sharing to ensure effective community support.
• Complementing ongoing projects like the Community-Based Agriculture and Rural Development (CBARD-ALL 2.0).

Strategic Partnerships:
The collaboration of UNDP, FAO, and IOM aims to enhance connections with national and international networks, including a newly established counternarcotics working group. This collective effort focuses on addressing strategic issues related to the poppy ban and promoting alternative livelihoods.

Role of the Project Associate:
The Project Associate will oversee project data management and ensure compliance with UNDP regulations while supporting these critical initiatives.