The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Responding to conflicts and crises
Our world is facing a growing number of humanitarian crises and emergencies. How we respond is critical to supporting those most in need.
Respond, recover and rebuild
When crises occur, UNOPS is there to help communities respond, recover and rebuild.
From Gaza to Ukraine, Ethiopia to Yemen, the number of violent conflicts are on the rise, with far-reaching impacts on communities around the world.
At the same time, extreme weather and natural disasters are striking with increasing frequency and intensity, leading to high rates of displacement and loss and damage.
In both instances, the world's most vulnerable people are hit the hardest – negatively impacting livelihoods and access to essential services.
When crises happen, UNOPS helps our partners identify and address the most urgent needs in affected communities, with the goal of providing rapid, effective and efficient assistance that can help meet the needs of vulnerable people, and lay the foundations for a more sustainable future.
In a world facing rising conflict and complex crises, UNOPS works to respond to immediate needs, while laying the foundations for a more sustainable and resilient future. Agility, preparedness and resilience are the heart of our humanitarian, development and peace efforts.
How we support
How we support
When crises happen, UNOPS works with our partners to help communities respond, recover and rebuild in a sustainable and inclusive way.
From first responders clearing mines and procuring critical supplies, to undertaking damage assessments and rehabilitating critical infrastructure, we support countries and communities in the critical task of building back better, so that society can better cope with future shocks.
Building institutional capacity
We help strengthen government institutions and build the capacity of national and local organizations to enable the delivery of services that are more sustainable, inclusive and effective.
Peace, security and justice
We help enhance security and build the foundations for countries and communities to achieve long-term peace and sustainable development – from aiding peacekeeping efforts and explosive threat management to helping strengthen the rule of law and equal access to justice.
Rapid response
We support the delivery of urgent humanitarian assistance – including by procuring critical supplies, building and rehabilitating temporary and long-term infrastructure, and providing a range of human resources and logistical services.
Supporting recovery
We support early recovery efforts, helping to (re)connect vulnerable communities with essential services and rebuilding social infrastructure with a key focus on resilience, sustainability and inclusion.
Climate action and resilience
We help communities and countries mitigate, address and adapt to the impacts of climate change – from planning, developing and managing key infrastructure, to fostering sustainable and resilient supply chains.
Promoting livelihood opportunities for vulnerable people
We help expand long-term livelihood opportunities, providing cash-based assistance, improving access to markets and building social safety nets.
Mission Hubs
Our dedicated Humanitarian, Development and Peace Nexus Hub brings together knowledge and expertise from across the UNOPS family. It supports holistic efforts to address the root causes of fragility and strengthen the resilience of communities affected by conflict and disasters.
From Haiti to Syria, watch how we help to respond, recover and rebuild communities when crises and emergencies happen.
Better access to vital services and humanitarian assistance
In northern Uganda, the new Nyara Bridge is helping increase access to social and protection services for people living in the Rhino Camp Refugee Settlement.
Repairing schools in Ukraine
The ongoing conflict has led to the destruction of much of Ukraine's infrastructure.We’ve partnered with the EU to repair schools and provide safe and accessible learning environments to +20,000 students.
A chance at a fresh start
In Guinea, new livelihood opportunities are helping lift young people out of poverty and enabling them to seek a brighter future.
Powering better education and health in Syria
In western-central Syria, UNOPS teamed up with the government of Japan to rehabilitate critical facilities damaged by an earthquake in 2023.
Building back after disasters
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent. In Zimbabwe, we have been supporting communities to recover from Cyclone Idai and build resilience to future disasters.
Helping Pakistan build back better
To support rebuilding efforts following the 2022 floods in Pakistan, we’re providing training for semi-skilled masons on climate-resilient building methods.
Connecting hospitals to clean energy in Haiti
UNOPS is partnering with the World Bank to improve energy access and reduce reliance on fossil fuels at five hospitals across Haiti.
