Mandate
UNOPS is a proven service provider with more than 30 years experience implementing large-scale, complex efforts throughout the world. UNOPS often works in post-disaster and peace building settings, developing countries and economies in transition. In recognition of its specialized expertise, Secretary-General Kofi Annan designated UNOPS as the lead United Nations entity for complex infrastructure projects in peacekeeping settings.
In December 2010 the United Nations General Assembly reaffirmed UNOPS mandate “as a central resource for the United Nations system in procurement and contracts management as well as in civil works and physical infrastructure development, including the related capacity development activities.”
The range of partners to which UNOPS may provide services was also endorsed, including the United Nations, its agencies, funds and programmes, international financial institutions, governments, intergovernmental organizations, non-governmental organizations, foundations and the private sector.
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