About us
UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities and exclusion, and build resilience so countries can sustain progress. As the UN’s development agency, UNDP plays a critical role in helping countries achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
Our leadership
The UNDP Resident Representative acts on behalf of the UNDP Administrator and is the head of the country office being ultimately responsible for the quality and sustainability of UNDP interventions, including UNDP policies and procedures.
Legal framework
Accountability is the obligation to demonstrate that work has been conducted in accordance with agreed rules and standards and report fairly and accurately on performance results vis-à-vis mandated roles and/or plans.
Funding and delivery
In order to achieve its mandate, UNDP relies entirely on voluntary contributions from UN Member States, multilateral organizations, private sector and other sources, in the form of unrestricted regular resources (core), and contributions earmarked for a specific theme, programme or project.
Accountability
Accountability is the obligation to demonstrate that work has been conducted in accordance with agreed rules and standards and report fairly and accurately on performance results vis-à-vis mandated roles and/or plans.
Our partners
Partnership is at the heart of everything UNDP does. Our substantial expertise cuts across diverse development issues and settings. These valuable assets combined with our long legacy of trust have made us a partner of choice.
Our focus
Recognizing the complexity of today's development challenges, we tailor our decisions and initiatives to meet the country's needs.
All projects
Check out our projects in the areas of sustainable development, good governance and social protection.
Sustainable Development Goals
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), otherwise known as the Global Goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.
News center
Our News centre is a one-stop shop for multimedia press coverage and in-depth information on development-related issues. We provide news announcements, press releases and statements by UNDP leadership.
Speeches
Speeches by UNDP
Stories
Our stories are visual and current snapshots of our work, showing how we are tackling development issues and moving the SDGs from paper to practice.
Blogs
UNDP's sustainable development blog is written by our experts and staff members.
Publications
UNDP publications showcase the organization’s thought leadership and expertise and play a key role in fulfilling our mandate to support the realisation of the SDGs and encourage global development.
Announcements
Stay in the loop of our contests, grant opportunities and other calls for action.
Jobs and internships
UNDP works in more than 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results.
Procurement
As a public organization entrusted with donor funds and committed to supporting developing economies, UNDP works to improve access to quality assured supplies in a cost effective and reliable way.
Contact us
You can contact our team with general questions about UNDP or about more specific topics.
