Experience and proven track record

In recognition of its expertise and experience in managing projects in post-conflict, post-disaster and geographically difficult environments, Secretary-General Kofi Annan designated UNOPS as the lead United Nations entity for complex infrastructure projects in peacekeeping settings.

In September 2009 the UNOPS Executive Board reconfirmed the organizations mandate, including its role as a central resource for the UN system in procurement and contracts management as well as in civil works and physical infrastructure development, and related capacity development activities.

UN principles and values

Always adhering to UN rules and regulations, UNOPS maintains a physical presence on the ground during periods of conflict or crisis, promoting the ownership and engagement of governments and local communities.

UNOPS transparent, accountable management services meet the highest international standards. Partners are assured consistent performance to agreed standards of quality, timeliness and cost, with safeguards against implementation risk.

Established management practices and specialized expertise

Long term agreements with international consultants in areas of specialized expertise allow UNOPS to rapidly and economically mobilize to project sites. This experience and proven track record in physical infrastructure in developing environments allows partners to enjoy the benefits of specialization, shared knowledge and economies of scale.

Worldwide presence

With regional offices in Bangkok, Copenhagen, Johannesburg, Panama City and New York, and more than 20 operations and project centres around the world, UNOPS has the knowledge, capacity and regional presence to implement successful physical infrastructure projects worldwide. More information about UNOPS locations.