Agreed by the UN Development Group on 27 August 2008, this document provides a clear framework in which both accountability and management can be exercised effectively by the different actors and levels of the UN development and Resident Coordinator System.

The United Nations Development Group (UNDG) has identified Resident Coordinator talent management as a priority work area. This is in line with the Triennial Comprehensive Policy Review (2007) which called upon, “the Secretary-General to improve the transparency and competitiveness of the recruitment processes for senior high-level posts in the United Nations development system in order to find the best candidates both inside and outside the United Nations System.” It is in this context that this document provides information on the selection and appointment process for the Resident Coordinator (RC).

This comprehensive assessment focuses on the application, selection and appointment processes of RC/HC/DOs and, based on the key recommendations, includes an accompanying three-year Implementation Plan.

A/57/387 dated 9 September 2002

This paper includes guidelines on: communications, statements and positions, visiting human rights missions, HR Treaties and support to member states, briefing and staff training, as well as, assistance available from the UN Human Rights Programme. Paper includes information on the Human Rights Programme, including definitions, examples, appropriate roles, monitoring, education, enforcement and CCAs and UNDAFs.

The Guidelines aim to help agencies and organizations develop an over-arching framework for collective action in preparing for and responding to potential emergencies, including natural hazards.