Mission Statement.
The mission of the United Nations Vacation Department is to promote the well-being, productivity, and mental health of UN staff by facilitating restorative and enriching vacation opportunities. The department seeks to enhance work-life balance and ensure that staff are recharged to effectively fulfill the UN’s mission of peace, development, and humanitarian service globally.
Goals
1. Employee Well-being: Provide opportunities for UN staff to rest, rejuvenate, and reconnect with family and nature, fostering a healthy work-life balance.
2. Cultural Enrichment: Offer vacation programs that promote cultural exchange and understanding, aligning with the UN’s values of diversity and inclusion.
3. Sustainability: Encourage eco-friendly and sustainable travel practices that align with the UN’s commitment to combating climate change and promoting environmental stewardship.
4. Accessibility: Ensure vacation opportunities are inclusive, affordable, and accessible to all staff members, regardless of their location or position.
5. Customized Experiences: Develop tailored vacation plans that cater to the unique needs and preferences of individuals and teams, enabling a more personalized approach to relaxation and recreation.
6. Partnerships: Collaborate with local governments, tourism organizations, and service providers to offer high-quality, safe, and secure vacation experiences for UN personnel.
7. Feedback and Improvement: Regularly collect feedback from staff to refine and improve the vacation services and programs offered, ensuring maximum satisfaction and relevance.
Through these goals, the UN Vacation Department aims to empower its workforce to achieve greater productivity and engagement while upholding the organization’s core principles.