INTERPOL Enhanced Secondment Programme 2026
INTERPOL has opened applications for its Enhanced Secondment Programme to bring qualified law enforcement officers and specialists from member countries into its international operational environment for 36-month assignments.
Overview
The INTERPOL Enhanced Secondment Programme is an international professional opportunity designed to strengthen global law enforcement cooperation. The programme brings qualified police officers, law enforcement specialists, and government officials from INTERPOL Member Countries into its international operational environment to contribute expertise against transnational crime.
The opportunity features a secondment duration of 36 months across multiple duty stations, associated with Grade 5 positions. The objective is to create a secure, dynamic pool of vetted specialists who can be deployed or assigned according to operational needs.
Eligibility
- Active and serving police officers whose experience corresponds to INTERPOL operational needs.
- Law enforcement officers from national agencies such as customs, border control, and anti-corruption units.
- Civil servants working in law enforcement or government administrations whose responsibilities connect directly to law enforcement functions.
- Candidates with three to four years of university-level study in law, public policy, police management, or equivalent police academy qualifications (or alternatively, 10 years of relevant professional experience).
- Professionals with at least three years of hands-on experience in police operations or criminal investigations, with specialization in transnational crime areas.
- Professional fluency in English (written and oral), with additional languages like French, Spanish, or Arabic considered an asset.
Benefits
- Exposure to complex international policing operations, investigative techniques, advanced technologies, and multinational cooperation.
- Professional growth and membership in a global network of law enforcement experts.
- Opportunities to develop cultural bridges, cross-border professional relationships, and advanced operational coordination skills.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete their application online through the INTERPOL Recruitment Hub. Candidates must carefully coordinate with their home administration and secure official endorsement.
- Review the applicable Conditions of Secondment and secure written confirmation from the home administration regarding salary, insurance, and travel expenses.
- Prepare a detailed application highlighting relevant specialized operational experience.
- Obtain a Support Letter or Letter of Nomination.
- Ensure the application is officially endorsed and submitted through the relevant National Central Bureau (NCB), as only NCB-endorsed applications will be considered.
Deadline
Applications are accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year with no fixed closing date, though early preparation is encouraged due to administrative requirements.