Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Officer

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations (DPPA-DPO), Peacebuilding and Peace Support Office (PBPSO), Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) Section. The DDR Section provides planning and operational support to DDR programmes and community violence reduction (CVR) in the following peacekeeping operations: United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) and United Nations Office to the African Union (UNOAU). The Section also assists Special Political Missions as well as non-mission settings with planning for DDR and associated processes. Peacebuilding and Peace Support Office (PBPSO) was established in late 2025 to strengthen the United Nations' capacity to prevent conflict and sustain peace by supporting prevention, peacebuilding, and peace support across the full conflict continuum, including early warning, crisis response, peace operations, political missions, mission transitions, and post-mission engagement. ( The incumbent will report to the Chief of the Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Section. Responsibilities Contributes to the substantive development and implementation of the DDR processes, including overall policy and legal framework, implementation strategy, operational modalities and action plans, taking into account national processes priorities and targets, as well as other relevant peacebuilding and peace support workstreams. Provides technical inputs to the planning, design and implementation of projects, as well as technical advice and assistance to key parties (e.g. DDR unit management, DDR Commissions, government representatives, etc.); consults with relevant stakeholders through inclusive and participatory processes; and undertakes continuous monitoring of project activities. Support the thought leadership work in the area of DDR in the department, with the Inter-agency working group on DDR and other relevant national and international actors working on DDR issues. Organizes and undertakes research and analysis on various aspects of DDR work, including risk and threat assessments, armed group analysis, target group profiles, political factors, security and other issues affecting operations; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; identifies and tracks follow-up actions; produces progress and briefing reports. Develop initial result-based framework and budget for new DDR components in new mission or nonmission settings. Supports the development and maintenance of appropriate mechanisms and systems for tracking, monitoring and evaluation of key components of DDR processes; manages data collection and followup; identifies issues and prepares conclusions. Coordinates the mobilization of networks of local partners and communities (e.g. NGOs, community-based organizations, private sector enterprises and local communal authorities) and facilitates their participation in the planning and implementation of DDR processes and related activities. Supports efforts in resource mobilization and development of strategic partnerships with multiple donors and agencies. Develop and review the DDR inputs to the reports of the Secretary-General to the Security Council. In consultation with relevant parties, develops targeted training programmes for institutional capacity building. Participates in technical assessment missions, including provision of guidance to government officials and other parties; drafts mission reports and prepares briefings for senior Mission leadership. Ensures that DDR activities are well integrated and coordinated with other mission and/or relevant in-country agencies funds and programmes (AFPs) activities (e.g. political, military, humanitarian; development; public information; legal, etc.) Takes first-line drafting responsibilities for various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, internal notes to senior management etc. Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings (e.g. conferences, workshops) to include proposing agenda topics, preparation of documents and presentations. Performs other related duties as required. Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of DDR concepts and approaches; Knowledge of peacekeeping mandates and structures in the field; excellent research, analytical and problem solving skills; ability to work with minimal supervision and define priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Education An advanced university degree (Masters Degree or equivalent degree) in political science, social sciences, management, international economics, international relations, law, development or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific Qualification Not available. Work Experience A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required. Three years of experience in international affairs such as peacekeeping and peacebuilding operations or development programme is required. One year of experience working on disarmament, demobilization, reintegration, small arms control, conflict/post-conflict crisis management, economic recovery, or related area is desirable. One year of experience with Community Violence Reduction (CVR) is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. French is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult for details). Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III Desirable Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking French UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency‑based interview. Special Notice This position is temporarily available until 31 December 2026, with a possibility of extension. 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