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• Programme Analyst Family Planning and RHCS

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇪🇷 Asmara, Eritrea

  The Programme Analyst, Family Planning and Reproductive Health Commodity Security (FP and RHCS) supports UNFPA's efforts in Eritrea to improve reproductive health commodity security, focusing on family planning commodities and maternal health medicines. The role involves managing procurement planning, forecasting, budgeting, inventory tracking, and logistics systems. Responsibilities include supporting program design, monitoring and evaluation, policy advocacy, supply chain management, and capacity building for partners. The position requires technical expertise in reproductive health, supply chain management, and family planning programming, with experience in government and multi-stakeholder collaboration. The analyst works closely with UNFPA country office, government counterparts, and other UN agencies to advance the ICPD agenda and SDGs.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 17, 2026

• NATIONAL POST: Programme Assistant, G-5, Dili, Timor-Leste

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇹🇱 Dili, Timor-Leste

  The Programme Assistant supports the Programmes Unit in Timor-Leste, providing administrative, logistical, and technical assistance to programme officers. Key responsibilities include supporting programme design and implementation, data management, research, and coordination with partners and stakeholders. The role involves preparing work plans, budgets, and reports, managing programme files, facilitating events, conducting research, and supporting financial and procurement processes. The position requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in office software, and knowledge of UNFPA systems and procedures. The role contributes to UNFPA's strategic goals of ending preventable maternal deaths, unmet need for family planning, and gender-based violence.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Analista en Productos Sanitarios/Cadena de Suministro (PSM) con experiencia en el sector farmacéutico (Open to all applicants)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇬🇶 Bata, Equatorial Guinea

  The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking a Supply Chain Management Analyst (PSM) with pharmaceutical experience to support health-related projects in Equatorial Guinea. The role involves managing procurement and supply chain operations for health products, ensuring compliance with UNDP and Global Fund standards. Key responsibilities include planning and monitoring health product procurement, leading supply chain teams, coordinating with national health authorities and partners, managing contracts and vendor performance, and supporting capacity-building initiatives. The position requires strong technical expertise in supply chain management, procurement processes, and health product logistics, with experience in pharmaceutical or health sector operations. The analyst will work in Bata, Guinea Ecuatorial, and report directly to the Program Manager.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 10, 2026

• National Protection Officer (Humanitarian Protection)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇹🇷 Gaziantep, Türkiye

  The National Protection Officer (Humanitarian Protection) supports the coordination and monitoring of humanitarian protection activities in Turkey under the supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission and Senior Protection Coordinator. Key responsibilities include overseeing implementation and monitoring of protection programming, ensuring adherence to IOM standards and donor requirements, supporting case management processes, developing tools and SOPs, coordinating with stakeholders, and contributing to project reporting and capacity-building initiatives. The role requires strong technical guidance skills, experience in protection programming, and familiarity with emergency response contexts.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Migration Health Nurse Consultant

  International Organization for Migration · 🇳🇬 Abuja, Nigeria

  The Migration Health Nurse Consultant will provide clinical nursing services at the Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC) in Nigeria, supporting resettlement countries' health requirements. Key duties include conducting medical examinations, collecting biological samples, performing imaging and laboratory tests, administering vaccinations, managing TB and HIV cases, and providing pre-departure medical procedures. The role involves patient counseling, maintaining health records, following SOPs and checklists, preparing reports, and collaborating with various health partners. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Nursing Science with a valid Nigerian nursing license and at least three years of relevant clinical experience. Strong technical skills in phlebotomy and public health are essential, along with proficiency in MS Office and excellent communication abilities.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 06, 2026

• Environmental AMR Specialist in Tunisia

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks an Environmental AMR Specialist to support the implementation of the Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Multiparter Trust Fund project in Tunisia. The consultant will provide technical expertise on the environmental dimension of AMR, focusing on data generation, analysis, and interpretation related to resistance and consumption patterns in the environment. Key responsibilities include curating and analyzing knowledge on AMR causes and pathways, conducting field surveys, compiling environmental contamination data, developing diagnostic reports, identifying knowledge gaps, and supporting national AMR management. The role involves stakeholder engagement, participation in national workshops, and dissemination of findings. The position reports to the Regional Sub-Programme Coordinator for Nature Pillar/Ecosystems and Biodiversity, UNEP Regional Office for Africa.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Individual Contractor/National Focal Point for the Regional Youth Network for Central Asia (Overall Coordination)

  United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime · 🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan

  The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) seeks an Individual Contractor/National Focal Point for the Regional Youth Network for Central Asia (RYNCA) to provide overall coordination and administrative support. The role involves managing RYNCA activities including dissemination of results, implementation of the Friends in Focus Programme, expansion of membership, organization of youth consultations, and administrative support for regional youth-driven drug prevention initiatives. Key responsibilities include social media management, preparing progress reports, and logistical coordination for youth events. The position is based in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, with potential travel required. The contractor will support the network's objectives of promoting youth engagement in drug use prevention and healthy lifestyles through evidence-based solutions.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Interpreter (Arabic)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇬🇷 Thessaloniki, Greece

  The Interpreter (Arabic) position is part of IOM's operations in Greece, supporting Unaccompanied Migrant Children (UMC) in five accommodation centers. The role involves providing interpretation and translation services to facilitate communication between UMC and IOM staff, health providers, public authorities, and local bodies. The interpreter will also act as a cultural mediator during the UMC's adjustment to their new environment. Responsibilities include assisting with daily communication needs, translating information materials, and supporting access to services such as legal counseling, medical support, and educational programs. The position requires fluency in Arabic and either English or Greek, with a high school diploma as the minimum educational requirement. Experience in working with migrants or refugees and familiarity with multicultural environments is preferred.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 07, 2026

• Re-advertise: Maternal Health Intern

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand

  The Maternal Health Intern will support the implementation of UNFPA's Strategic Plan 2026-2030 and the goal of ending preventable maternal deaths by 2030. Under the supervision of the SRHR Regional Advisor in UNFPA Asia-Pacific Regional Office, the intern will assist with key activities including a literature review on perinatal mental health in ASEAN countries, conducting interviews, analyzing data, and drafting a peer-reviewed publication. The role also involves supporting collaboration between maternal health and gender portfolios to enhance strategic communication. The intern will gain experience in UNFPA's technical work, programme design, and multicultural team environments. The position requires a postgraduate or final-year undergraduate student with a background in public health, medicine, midwifery, health sciences, or related fields, and fluency in English.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 12, 2026

• Programme Associate-Livelihoods

  International Organization for Migration · 🇸🇸 Bentiu, South Sudan

  The Programme Associate-Livelihoods will support the implementation of IOM's livelihoods project in South Sudan, focusing on displaced affected communities including returnees, IDPs, and host communities. Key responsibilities include implementing livelihood activities, conducting assessments, identifying beneficiaries, engaging local partners, facilitating training and business support, monitoring project sites, ensuring compliance with guidelines, maintaining data, and supporting reporting. The role requires strong field coordination skills, knowledge of local contexts, and experience in community-based development programs. The position reports to the Programmes Coordinator and works closely with various teams and stakeholders in the designated region.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 12, 2026

• Intern - Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Intern will support the implementation of a project aimed at strengthening the capacities of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) and local CCCM Cluster partners on inclusive approaches in displacement sites. Responsibilities include assisting in the development of guidance and training materials, supporting liaison with countries and organizations, monitoring project activities including microgrants, logistical arrangements for regional training, reporting to donors, and developing communication materials. The role involves working under supervision of the Project Manager and CCCM/Protection Officer, contributing to disability inclusion initiatives in humanitarian settings, and supporting coordination with UN agencies, NGOs, and OPDs. The internship offers learning opportunities in disability inclusion, humanitarian coordination, and project management within a multicultural UN environment.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Wellness Officer (Medical Doctor) SC8, Port au Prince, Haiti

  World Food Programme · 🇭🇹 Port-au-Prince, Haiti

  The Wellness Officer (Medical Doctor) is responsible for promoting, preventing, and protecting the health and safety of WFP staff in Haiti. Key duties include providing medical services, conducting health assessments and clearances, managing travel medicine, ensuring compliance with UN medical protocols, coordinating with local medical facilities, and supporting emergency response operations. The role involves training staff on health and safety measures, assessing occupational health risks, and identifying psychological concerns among staff. The officer works under the supervision of the Head of HR Unit and guidance of the Regional Medical Officer, supporting the implementation of the Wellness Strategy and regional objectives. This is a 12-month service contract based in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, open only to Haitian nationals.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 17, 2026

• NATIONAL POST: Assistant Representative, UNFPA Ha Noi - Viet Nam Country Office, NOD

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇻🇳 Ha Noi, Viet Nam

  The Assistant Representative leads UNFPA's country programme in Viet Nam, working with the Representative to design and manage innovative, responsive initiatives aligned with global strategies and national priorities. Key responsibilities include policy dialogue with government and partners, translating global strategies into local advocacy, managing programme design and implementation, ensuring results-based approaches, facilitating knowledge sharing, and supporting resource mobilization. The role requires leading teams, building strategic partnerships, and promoting UNFPA's agenda on population and development, reproductive health, youth empowerment, and gender equality in a politically sensitive environment. The position reports to the Representative and acts on their behalf as required.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 23, 2026

• Primary Care Practitioner

  International Civil Aviation Organization · 🇨🇦 Montreal, QC, Canada

  The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) seeks a Primary Care Practitioner to provide comprehensive medical services to ICAO staff, national delegations, and their dependents. The role involves delivering primary care, managing chronic conditions, providing preventive care, and offering referrals when needed. The practitioner will work part-time, three half-day clinics per week, with flexible hours and no evening or weekend shifts. The position is located in Montreal and offers a fee-for-service compensation model. The role requires significant clinical experience in ambulatory care settings and must be RAMQ affiliated with appropriate certifications.

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• Project Assistant (Protection)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇰🇭 Oddar Meanchey, Cambodia

  The Project Assistant (Protection) supports the implementation of protection project activities in Oddar Meanchey, Cambodia, under the supervision of the Chief of Mission and Programme Officer (Protection). Responsibilities include coordinating protection, legal, MHPSS, and IBG activities, managing partnerships with implementing partners and service providers, conducting intake interviews and needs assessments, collecting and recording data, organizing training sessions, and supporting operational logistics. The role requires strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with a focus on migrant protection and vulnerability assessment. The position is a 9-month Special Short-Term Contract with a start date as soon as possible.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 07, 2026

• Project Assistant (Protection)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇰🇭 Preah Vihear, Cambodia

  The Project Assistant (Protection) supports the implementation of protection project activities in Preah Vihear, Cambodia, under the supervision of the Chief of Mission and Programme Officer (Protection). Responsibilities include coordinating protection, legal, MHPSS, and IBG activities, managing partnerships with implementing partners and service providers, conducting intake interviews and needs assessments, collecting and recording data, organizing training sessions, and maintaining referral pathways. The role requires strong administrative, communication, and analytical skills, with a focus on migrant protection and vulnerability assessment. The position is a 9-month Special Short-Term Contract with a start date as soon as possible.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 07, 2026

• Sexual & Reproductive Health Specialist, International Consultant, Paramaribo, Suriname

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇸🇷 Paramaribo, Suriname

  The Sexual & Reproductive Health Specialist is an international consultant based in Paramaribo, Suriname, providing technical leadership for UNFPA's adolescent prevention project in Belize and Suriname. The role involves coordinating technical assistance and programmatic support under the SRH technical advisor, managing project implementation, establishing mentorship programs, supporting capacity building in comprehensive sexuality education, enhancing adolescent-friendly health services, and strengthening reproductive health commodity supply chains. The position requires close collaboration with implementing partners, ministries of health, and regional advocacy initiatives to advance UNFPA's strategic goals of ending preventable maternal deaths, unmet need for family planning, and gender-based violence. The specialist will also support evidence generation, knowledge management, and innovation initiatives while ensuring alignment with donor reporting requirements and UNFPA's values.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Project Engineer

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇵🇸 East Jerusalem, State of Palestine

  The Project Engineer will manage infrastructure projects related to the East Jerusalem Hospital Network, focusing on civil works and remodeling interventions. Key responsibilities include supervising design, tendering, implementation, and closure of projects, preparing tender documents and BOQs, conducting site inspections, managing contractor relationships, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, and preparing project reports and documentation. The role requires strong technical skills in civil engineering, project management, and construction supervision, with experience in public building projects and familiarity with local regulations in East Jerusalem. The position reports to the Project Manager and works closely with other engineers within the Project Implementation Unit.

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• NATIONAL POST: Programme Analyst, Youth, Kabul, Afghanistan, NO-B

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇦🇫 Kabul, Afghanistan

  The Programme Analyst, Youth in Kabul leads UNFPA’s youth portfolio, designing and overseeing integrated programming across Reproductive Health, Gender-Based Violence, social cohesion, and resilience interventions. The role ensures youth programming is context-adapted and culturally sensitive, with a focus on adolescent girls' health and wellbeing. Responsibilities include technical support for youth engagement, managing UNFPA-supported Youth Centres, programme design and monitoring, partnership coordination, and resource mobilization. The position requires strong programme management skills, experience in multi-sectoral programming, and a deep understanding of the Afghan context and UNFPA's mandate. The role reports to the Deputy Representative and operates in a complex, fragile environment.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Midwifery Specialist, Kabul, Afghanistan, P-3

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇦🇫 Kabul, Afghanistan

  The Midwifery Specialist provides technical expertise and program support to advance UNFPA Afghanistan's midwifery and maternal health portfolio. The role supports the design, implementation, and quality assurance of midwifery-related interventions to ensure accessible and quality maternal and reproductive health services in humanitarian and emergency settings. Working under the supervision of the Programme Specialist, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, the specialist strengthens midwifery practice, workforce capacity, and service delivery models aligned with international standards. Key responsibilities include technical support for midwifery strategies, quality assurance mechanisms, workforce development, program monitoring and evaluation, partnerships with stakeholders, and capacity building initiatives. The position requires working in a complex, evolving context to maintain life-saving reproductive health services and improve maternal health outcomes across UNFPA-supported programs.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 15, 2026

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