Africa: Beyond Disposable Staff, Distracting Reforms and Restoring UN Effectiveness

Africa: Beyond Disposable Staff, Distracting Reforms and Restoring UN Effectiveness

Geneva — In an era defined by the gig economy and pervasive job insecurity, advocating for permanent contracts within the United Nations might seem anachronistic, even counterintuitive. Yet, clinging to a culture of short-term, precarious contracts is not just detrimental to staff well-being; it’s a strategic and financial misstep that undermines the UN’s core mission….

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