General Information

Position Title
Due Diligence Senior Officer
Job Category
Risk Management
Duty Station(s)
Home based
Seniority Level
Mid Level
ICS Level
ICS 09
Contract Type
ICA - LICA - Specialist - Retainer
Contract Level
LICA 9
Posting Start Date
16-Apr-2026
Posting End Date
22-Apr-2026
Duration
until 31 Dec 2026 upon budget availability and satisfactory of performance

Job Highlight

This vacancy aims to fill home-based opportunities as a retainer, where services are required intermittently.

About the Region

The UNOPS Middle East Region (MR) provides strategic leadership, performance oversight, and support to UNOPS operations across Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and the State of Palestine. MR is responsible for positioning UNOPS as a key development partner in the region through high-level engagement with regional bodies, UN coordination mechanisms, development banks, donors, and intergovernmental organisations. By fostering strategic partnerships and promoting operational excellence, the region supports country teams in delivering sustainable solutions to complex development, peace, and humanitarian challenges

About the Country/Multi-Country Office

The UNOPS Jerusalem Office was established in 2006 and has since played a pivotal role in strengthening UNOPS operations in Palestine. The office operates in East Jerusalem, the West Bank, and Gaza, delivering a diverse portfolio of projects in infrastructure, procurement and project Implementation, with beneficiaries throughout the Occupied Palestinian Territory (oPt).

The office works closely with the Palestine Institutions, the donor community, UN organizations, NGOs, and the private sector to deliver projects efficiently and effectively, in line with UNOPS principles, rules, and regulations.

About the Project Office

UNOPS supports both humanitarian response and early recovery in Gaza. Currently, UNOPS support in Gaza focuses on key humanitarian enablers, including on access, via the Security Council-mandated UN 2720 Mechanism and the Access Support Unit (ASU), humanitarian fuel and energy, and mine action. Operations are envisaged to continue in the coming period with a focus in line with the UNOPS mandate: (i) infrastructure construction and rehabilitation, (ii) procurement and (iii) project management.

Job Specific Context

UNOPS is seeking highly qualified and experienced Due Diligence Specialist Retainer(s) to support the Fuel Project  in conducting red flag reviews following established  due diligence policies, procedures, and risk management processes.

Role Purpose

To conduct comprehensive due diligence reviews-including financial crime, reputational, sustainability, ethical assessments  and provide risk-based advisory services to ensure prospective and existing partners align with UN core values

Functions / Key Results Expected

Administer and operationalize the UNOPS Due Diligence Policy: Conduct comprehensive research and screenings of prospective and existing funding sources in accordance with the UNOPS legal framework internal policies, and due diligence standards.

Risk Assessment: Assess risks on the basis of screening outcomes in relation to the wider business context and business risk.

Reporting:  Prepare, draft, and consolidate due diligence and screening reports, including concise executive summaries highlighting key risks and findings, in line with established policies; provide clear, risk-based recommendations to the submitting units on proposed next steps and mitigation measures.

Advisory Services: Assist stakeholders on the interpretation of due diligence policies, particularly Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism  (CFT).

Knowledge Management: Support the development of  training materials, guidance notes, and workshop content related to due diligence processes, acting as a resource person, providing subject-matter expertise and responding to queries in these sessions

Skills

Anti Money Laundering, Counterterrorism, Due Diligence, Investigation, Risk Management

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in [(Law, International Relations, Finance] or related fields with 4 years of relevant experience OR

  • Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above or related fields with 2 years of relevant experience is required


Desired:


Professional certifications like CAMS, CIA, or CFE

Experience Requirements

Required

  • Relevant experience  in professional due diligence, preferably in an international setting or related areas. 


Desired

  • Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.

  • Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.

Language Requirements

Language Proficiency Level Requirement
English Fluent Required
Arabic Fluent Required

Additional Information

  • Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. 
  • Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
  • Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 
  • Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments. 
  • UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 
  • UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience requirements outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to considering all candidates in a fair and transparent manner, and we value diverse perspectives and experiences, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
  • We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
 
Terms and Conditions
  • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 
  • For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here. 
  • For more details about the contract types, please click here.
  • All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda. 
  • It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
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