Resident Coordinator/Humanitarian Coordinator (RC/HC) Talent Pipeline – January 2026

Jointly managed by the United Nations Development Coordination Office (DCO) and the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the Resident Coordinator/Humanitarian Coordinator (RC/HC) Talent Pipeline aims to build a diverse and deep pipeline of high calibre candidates for Resident Coordinator positions, including for posts carrying a Humanitarian Coordinator designation. Eligible candidates who demonstrate high potential vis-à-vis the RC and RC/HC role will be admitted into the RC/HC Talent Pipeline. Through the pipeline, members will be offered opportunities to further develop their knowledge and competencies in order to better ready them for these roles. The Resident Coordinator Assessment Centre (RCAC) remains a prerequisite for applying to RC and RC/HC job openings.


For detailed information on the RC/HC Talent Pipeline, including the eligibility criteria and related documents, please visit our official website: Click here 


General Form Instructions:


Please note that in order to complete your submission, you will need the following documentation:

  • Two (2) most recent performance appraisals; or (for external candidates only) equivalent documentation that demonstrates a record of strong performance. You will be required to upload them during the application process.
  • While filling out your application, we recommend you have a copy of your most recent CV as you will be required to input a summary of your work experience and education.

Your application needs to be completed using a compatible internet browser (Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge) 


All complete applications must be received by Thursday, 12 February 2026 (23:59 EST).  We strongly encourage you to apply well before the deadline to allow for sufficient time to troubleshoot any issue with your application. 

No late submissions will be accepted.  

Important - If you had previously applied to the RCAC or RC/HC Talent Pipeline after November 2020, please contact  rchc.talentpipeline@un.org to retrieve your pre-populated application form.
For any technical issues and requests for reasonable accommodation for the application process, candidates should write to rchc.talentpipeline@un.org for assistance.
All submissions and requested documentation will be treated with the strictest confidence.


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