United Nations (Mauritius and Seychelles)

The Office of the UN Resident Coordinator in the Republic of Mauritius operates under the UN Resident Coordinator’s strategic guidance. It supports establishment and implementation of mechanisms that ensure all members can fully participate in UN country team (UNCT) consultations and decision-making processes and are informed through regular communications and information sharing.

The Resident Coordinator (RC) is the highest-ranking UN representative in Mauritius. She coordinates the support from the UN to Mauritius in meeting the nation’s objectives towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This support is guided by a Strategic Partnership Framework (2019-2023), which aligns UN support with Mauritius’ National Development Strategy and its regional and global commitments.

The RC supports and advocates for the work of UNCT members, including Non-Resident Agencies (NRAs).The RC leads the UN Country Team in consultations with the host Government to define and agree on the UN’s strategic response to the nation’s priorities.

The Office of the UN Resident Coordinator for Mauritius and Seychelles fulfills the following five functions in support of the responsibilities of the RC and the UNCT:

Strategic planning
Multisector analysis and advising on sustainable development
Promotion of partnerships and development finance
Data and results management and reporting
Communications and advocacy