It was created as an inter-organization facility to provide electronic data processing services for themselves and other Users.

UNICC has 50 years of experience providing Information and Communications Technology (ICT) services to United Nations programmes, funds and entities.

Its mission is to provide ICT services to the United Nations family, maximise the sharing of infrastructure, systems and skills and generate economies of scale to benefit its over 80[7] Clients and Partner Organizations, including United Nations and related not-for-profit entities.

[5][4][8] [6] UNICC is the core shared service provider for the United Nations system, providing agile, cost-effective, and UN-audit compliant high value digital business solutions.

UNICC is looking for competent, experienced and highly motivated individuals, with a desire to work as International Civil Servants, and who are prepared to evolve in a challenging and rewarding environment.