Please apply here: https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1763757741542656

Under the direct supervision of the Policy Specialist on Rule of Law, Security and Human Rights, in the Governance and Peacebuilding Team, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

1. Support mainstreaming and integration of disability rights and inclusion principles, practices and design in UNDP policy and programmatic initiatives and engagements in the region, as informed by data and evidence;
2. Contribute to establishing a state-of-the-art knowledge base on disability data and information in the region, including through conduct of needs assessments, consultations, and desktop analysis, to identify issues, challenges, and opportunities according to development contexts in the region;
3. Support formulation of UNDP Istanbul Regional Hub’s Disability Rights and Inclusion Strategy through close consultation with COs, development partners, UN agencies, and other stakeholders, including support to the formulation of concept notes, project documents, and programmatic ideas to advance the Strategy in particular, and disability inclusion in general, in the region;
4. Support the development and rollout of learning and training programs to enhance capacity and awareness of disability rights and inclusion internally within UNDP and externally with partner institutions
5. Develop and strengthen partnerships with relevant organizations, including UN entities, on disability rights and inclusion and empowerment of people living with disabilities, particularly women, youth and people on the move.
6. Perform other tasks as may be needed for the effective fulfillment of these functions.

Required experience
3 years of experience in disability inclusion mainstreaming and integration; communications and advocacy; policy and programme development; integrated approaches; partnership development.

Professional Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of direct experience working with persons with disabilities on their rights and inclusion in various development settings. This includes experience in monitoring and evaluation, resource mobilization, and capacity development.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in the use of computers and office software packages (e.g., MS Word, Excel) and advanced knowledge of web-based management systems. Familiarity with the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy (UNDIS) and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is highly desirable.

Analytical and Communication Skills: Strong analytical skills, along with excellent written and oral communication abilities, are essential. This includes the ability to prepare clear and concise reports, conduct presentations, and articulate recommendations effectively.

Knowledge and Experience with UN Systems and the ECA region: Prior experience working within the UN system or similar international organizations is an asset. This includes knowledge of UN policies, strategies, and operational frameworks related to disability inclusion. The professional experience in the ECA region’s countries is highly desirable.

Language Proficiency: Fluency in written and spoken English is required.


UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are equally encouraged to apply.

The UN Volunteer will be based in Istanbul and responsible for arranging her/his own housing and other living essentials. The full entitlements at the duty station: https://app.unv.org/calculator. The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service: https://explore.unv.org/cos Summary of National UN Volunteer (Specialist) Entitlements: • Current Monthly Living Allowance (MLA) is USD 1,360 (paid in local currency) • Private insurance: Health, dental, life and dismemberment (100%) coverage by CIGNA As per UN’s diplomatic mission status, it is not included in National Security Institution’s (SGK) system but can be only initiated on private basis. • Entry allowance: USD 400 • Exit allowance: USD 113 per month and upon the satisfactory completion of assignment • Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month • Free access to different learning platforms and UN & UNV network The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to UN Volunteers is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs. The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward, or salary in exchange for the UN Volunteer’s service. Contingent on specific eligibility criteria, location of the volunteer assignment, and contractual type and category, the payment of allowances will begin from the date of Commencement of Service For more information on entitlements please read the Condition of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos). Please note that the amounts can vary according to fluctuations of the monthly post adjustment.