The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) has a
mandate to provide efficient and effective project management, procurement, and
infrastructure services to help implement sustainable development projects.
UNOPS is focused on helping its partners achieve their development goals,
particularly in the areas of peace and security, humanitarian assistance, and
sustainable development.
The specific mandate of UNOPS is outlined in its charter and
governed by its Executive Board, which is composed of representatives from UN
member states. The mandate includes:
Providing
project management support to UN agencies, governments, and other partners
to help implement development projects in a timely and efficient manner.
Offering
procurement services to partners to help them source goods and services in
an effective and transparent manner.
Supporting
infrastructure development and management for sustainable development
projects, including the design, construction, and maintenance of
infrastructure such as roads, buildings, and water supply systems.
Supporting
humanitarian and peacekeeping operations by providing operational support,
including logistics, procurement, and infrastructure management.
Building
the capacity of governments and other partners to manage projects and
implement sustainable development initiatives.
Overall, the mandate of UNOPS is to help its partners
achieve their development goals and contribute to a more sustainable and
peaceful world.