People & Learning
We will build more cutting-edge skills in all teams across the UN system – in data, digital, innovation, foresight and behavioural science.
By hiring new experts, mainstreaming basic skills across all types of jobs, and providing learning opportunities to all colleagues, we will equip our teams with the cutting-edge expertise needed to tackle today’s challenges and drive transformative change.
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Tools to Kickstart Implementation
Explore the collection of tools and resources to get started with your UN 2.0 implementation journey.
UN 2.0 Position Drafter for UN Volunteers
Need cutting-edge experts, especially on the ground? Leverage UN Volunteers (UNV)! Browse the extensive library of UN 2.0-related position descriptions (called “Descriptions of Assignment” in UNV) to draft roles for data, digital, innovation, foresight, behavioural science, and transformation exports. Use the dashboard to get a first draft and tailor it to your specific needs.
Generic Job Profiles
Generic job profiles are the cornerstone of changing scope of positions. Over the last years, we have introduced new generic job profiles around data and AI that can now be used by teams to hire new colleagues.
Learning Resources
UN 2.0 E-Learning Path by UNSSC
Advance your UN 2.0 skills with free, self-paced modules from the UN System Staff College. Explore data, digital, innovation, foresight, and behavioural science fundamentals—perfect for exploring UN 2.0 for your everyday work. All UN colleagues can register!
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Many UN entities offer UN 2.0 related learning offers, including free of charge. We will share our selection with you soon!
UN 2.0 UNDP Learning site
UN 2.0 E-Learning Path by UNSSC
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UN 2.0 Roles Feed
Expert Opportunities Feed
Stay updated with our weekly curated selection of data, digital, innovation, foresight, and behavioural science job openings on LinkedIn across the UN system.
3 Key Actions for the UN System in the area of People & Learning
In the area of People & Learning, the UN 2.0 Action Plan includes four essential actions all UN entities will take for building more cutting-edge skills and capabilities.
Action 9
Action 10
Action 11
Examples
Action 9:
Recruit dedicated talent
Action 9:
Recruit dedicated talent
Action 10:
Mainstream new expertise
Action 10:
Mainstream new expertise
Action 11:
Expand UN 2.0 learning
Action 11:
Expand UN 2.0 learning
Action 9:
Recruit dedicated talent
Action 10:
Mainstream new expertise
Where Do We Stand?
Progress of UN system modernization in the area of people and learning in 2024
Glossary
- Dedicated Roles: Positions with specific expertise in data, digital, innovation, foresight, behavioural science, and change management. Can additionally focus on a functional/programmatic area.
- Across More Units: The integration of these roles should occur throughout the organization, not just in headquarters or specialized centers, ensuring expertise is available where most needed.
- Gap Analyses: Assessments to identify current workforce capabilities and determine where new or shifted roles are required to meet evolving needs.
- New/updated Job Profiles: Standardized job descriptions that facilitate the recruitment process by outlining pre-approved qualifications and responsibilities for key roles across the UN system.
- Fellowship Programmes: Initiatives that bring in non-staff talent for temporary, specialized roles to support teams on specific use cases, including internships.
- UN 2.0 Experience and Skills Requirements: The essential skills and knowledge in areas like data, digital, innovation, and other UN 2.0 areas that are beneficial for non-UN 2.0 expert roles.
- Minimum Requirements: Baseline skills or qualifications that candidates should possess in UN 2.0 areas to be considered for non-expert roles, ensuring readiness for modern, data-driven work environments.
- Learning Strategies/Programmes: Entity-level plans to enhance staff capacity and promote continuous learning, e.g. UN Secretariat Learning & Development Strategy, UNICEF Global Learning Strategy, etc.
- Center of Excellence: A hub or team recognized for its expertise and leadership in having specific expertise and able to provide support, services or programmes to UN teams.
- Online Learning Options: Digital platforms and courses that offer flexible, accessible training opportunities, including bite-sized learning integrations.
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