International Development and Cooperation UN Tourism Pacific International Mid level Apply Summary by Impactpool The International Development and Cooperation (IDC) Department focuses on delivering innovative solutions and fostering collaboration to support sustainable tourism development. It emphasizes human capital development, strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and safety of destinations. The department engages with Member States to enhance tourism management and promote economic growth through tailored interventions. By leveraging diverse stakeholders, IDC aims to unlock the unique potential of each destination while ensuring cultural authenticity and sustainability.

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Experience in international development Knowledge of sustainable tourism practices Strong analytical skills for data-driven decisions Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders Expertise in strategic planning and promotion International Development and Cooperation The International Development and Cooperation (IDC) Department's core mandate focuses on delivering concrete, on-the-ground innovative and technical solutions, fostering cross-regional collaboration to implement practical projects, and providing direct support to Member States in advancing sustainable tourism development. Through hands-on expertise and tailored interventions, the Department ensures impactful, real-world results. Human Capital Development Strategic Planning & Promotion Data-Driven Decisions Safety of Destinations Silk Road Synergies PreviousNext Driven by five strategic pillars, the IDC Department focuses on: Human Capital Development Well-trained professionals are the cornerstone of successful destinations. By enhancing skills across both public and private sectors, UN Tourism ensures the tourism workforce is equipped to develop, manage, and serve sustainably and competitively in line with international standards. Human Capital Development 111 Strategic Planning & Promotion Through close collaboration with Member States, UN Tourism advances tourism by shaping master plans, marketing strategies, and specialized sub-sector or thematic approaches. From eco-tourism to strengthening local economic impact, IDC aligns strategic planning to unlock each destination's unique potential. Strategic Planning & Promotion 111 Data-Driven Decisions Accurate, timely data is critical for evidence-based policymaking and effective tourism management. UN Tourism champions robust data collection and analysis to guide planning, development, and strategic interventions that foster sustainable growth. Data-Driven Decisions 111 Safety of Destinations In an increasingly complex and unpredictable world, safety and security are fundamental to sustainable tourism development. The Safety of Destinations (SAFE-D) Initiative, led by UN Tourism, is a global effort to strengthen crisis preparedness, response, and recovery in tourism destinations worldwide. Safety of Destinations 111 Silk Road Synergies Building on the region's rich heritage, IDC engages diverse stakeholders—local, national, and transnational—to develop Silk Road initiatives for tourism in a manner that respects cultural authenticity and promotes sustainable, inclusive economic development. Silk Road Synergies 111

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UN Tourism on the Ground Middle East Fourth Edition of the Qatar Tourism Awards Officially Launched in Doha Middle East IDC Middle East UN Tourism and Oman Advance Strategic Reform of the Hotel Classification System Middle East UN Tourism is continuing its support for the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism of the Sultanate of Oman through a second technical mission aimed at advancing the modernization of the country's Hotel Classification Scheme IDC Middle East UN Tourism Marks First On-the-Ground Engagement in Syria, Advancing Tourism Recovery Middle East IDC Europe UN Tourism participates in "Turkmentravel - 2026" and supports tourism management capacity building in Turkmenistan Europe IDC Europe UN Tourism welcomes the establishment of a Thassos Residents' Tourism Committee to formalise community participation in tourism governance on Thassos Island, Greece Europe IDC Asia and the Pacific Sri Lanka Advances Action on Tourism Economic Leakages through National Validation Workshop Asia and the Pacific IDC Middle East Oman Advances Hotel Quality Standards with

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Experience in international development Knowledge of sustainable tourism practices Strong analytical skills for data-driven decisions Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders Expertise in strategic planning and promotion Fellowship Master the recruitment process of the impact sector! Become a fellow and gain access to Impactpool's premium material that will boost your career in the impact sector Explore fellowship Show UN Tourism that you are interested in them Recruiters from the organization will be able to view your profile, contact you for current & future vacancies and engage you on opportunities that match your skills and interest. Connect with organization