The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has opened applications for the Pacific ExpRes Roster, an exciting opportunity for qualified professionals, specialists, and technical experts across Pacific countries and territories to join a national expert network that supports impactful development initiatives throughout the region.

The UNDP ExpRes Roster is designed to connect highly skilled professionals with opportunities to contribute their knowledge and expertise to projects addressing some of the world’s most urgent development challenges. Through this roster, selected experts may be considered for assignments and deployments supporting UNDP programmes and offices.

The Pacific ExpRes Roster places Pacific talent at the heart of UNDP’s work by creating a pool of pre-vetted experts who can provide technical support, strategic guidance, and specialized knowledge when needed.

Applications are currently open across 33 professional profiles, offering opportunities for experts from multiple sectors and disciplines.

About the UNDP ExpRes Roster

The UNDP ExpRes Roster is a global platform that identifies and retains qualified professionals who can support UNDP offices through rapid and effective expert deployments.

The roster helps UNDP strengthen its ability to respond to development priorities, emergencies, and complex challenges by maintaining a network of skilled professionals ready to contribute to programmes worldwide.

Experts selected for the roster become part of a broader professional community connected to UNDP’s mission of advancing sustainable development, strengthening resilience, and supporting communities.

Why Join the Pacific ExpRes Roster?

Joining the UNDP Pacific ExpRes Roster provides professionals with the opportunity to:

Contribute directly to sustainable development initiatives across the Pacific region
Support programmes aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Become part of a recognized international development network
Access potential short-term expert assignments and consulting opportunities
Apply professional knowledge to projects with meaningful social, environmental, and economic impact
Strengthen professional visibility within the UNDP development ecosystem
Collaborate with experts, institutions, and development professionals globally

The roster offers flexibility by allowing experts to contribute their skills when their specific expertise matches UNDP’s needs.

Available Expert Profiles and Areas of Specialization

The Pacific ExpRes Roster is accepting applications from professionals across a wide range of technical areas, including:

Audit
Carbon Markets
Chemicals and Waste Management
Climate Action
Communications
Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding
Data Science
Digital Transformation
Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration
Disaster Risk Reduction and Recovery
Early Recovery Coordination
Economics
Energy
Engineering
Extractive Industries
Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment
Governance
Health Procurement and Supply Chain Management
HIV and Health System Strengthening
Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus
Human Mobility, Migration, and Displacement
Inclusive Growth
Innovation and Research & Development
Livelihoods and Area-Based Development
Monitoring and Evaluation
Nature and Environmental Sustainability
Operations Support
Resource Mobilization
Rule of Law, Justice, Security, and Human Rights
Social and Environmental Standards
Strategic Foresight
Sustainable Finance
Trade

Professionals with experience in these fields are encouraged to explore the relevant profile and submit their applications.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants interested in joining the Pacific ExpRes Roster must meet the required academic and professional criteria.

Applicants should have:

A Master’s degree and a minimum of five years of relevant work experience, or
A Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of seven years of relevant work experience

Candidates should also demonstrate professional expertise relevant to the selected thematic area.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is ideal for:

Development professionals
Technical specialists
Researchers and analysts
Policy experts
Consultants
Climate and environmental professionals
Digital transformation specialists
Governance and human rights experts
Humanitarian professionals
Economists and financial experts
Specialists supporting sustainable development initiatives

Applicants should have a strong interest in contributing to programmes that create positive change across communities.

How the Selection Process Works

The UNDP ExpRes Roster application and review process includes:

Submission of an online application through the relevant expert profile
Review of applications by technical teams and assessment committees
Selection of qualified experts for inclusion in the roster
Successful applicants receiving instructions to register on the roster portal

Applicants should note that the review timeline may vary depending on UNDP priorities, technical requirements, and vetting processes.

The complete review process may take several weeks or months.

Deadline for Applications

The deadline to apply for the Pacific ExpRes Roster is:

24 July 2026

Interested professionals are encouraged to submit applications before the deadline.

How to Apply

Eligible experts can explore all 33 professional profiles and submit their applications through the official UNDP application portal:

Click here for more and to apply

Final Opportunity Overview

The UNDP Pacific ExpRes Roster provides a valuable pathway for experienced professionals to contribute their expertise toward solving development challenges and advancing sustainable development goals across the Pacific region.

For qualified experts looking to make a meaningful contribution through international development work, this roster represents an opportunity to connect skills, experience, and impact.

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