The International Consortium for Social Development (ICSD) was granted ECOSOC consultative status with the UN in August 2025. To facilitate our engagement in United Nations (UN) social development processes, the ICSD board adopted preliminary guidelines to govern its activities over the next three years.

We are now calling on all ICSD members wishing to represent the ICSD in UN activities to submit an expression of interest.

Representative positions available

The ICSD will appoint six representatives entitled to UN passes:

• President (or nominee)
• One focal point coordinator
• One NGO CSocD representative
• Three regional focal point representatives

The representatives will:

• Direct and coordinate participation in UN processes
• Monitor developments
• Build partnerships and coalitions
• Facilitate regional engagement
• Produce annual reports
• Communicate activities to members and branches

Term of appointment 

• Appointments are for three years, renewable based on performance.
• Performance indicators include:
  • Meeting attendance
  • Reporting and communication with members
  • Leadership and networking
  • Active engagement
  • Collaboration with partners

Appointment process

The President will establish a five-member appointment committee.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Expertise in social development
• Knowledge of the Doha Declaration
• Some experience with UN processes
• Coalition-building skills
• Diplomacy and negotiation skills
• Ability to fund participation in UN meetings

Application process

Applicants must submit:

• Letter of motivation
• Updated CV
• Funding plan for participation

Closing date for submissions of expressions of interest: Friday 19 June 2026

Submit applications to: Dr Mahesh Chagoule, Secretary General.