UN jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa 🇿🇦

Programme Analyst RHCS, P2, Johannesburg, Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO)

United Nations Population Fund · 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

The Programme Analyst (RHCS) at UNFPA’s East and Southern Africa Regional Office in Johannesburg provides operational, technical, and analytical support to strengthen reproductive health commodity security across the region. Reporting to the Family Planning Specialist, the role focuses on managing the Gates Foundation Grant under the UNFPA Supplies Partnership Phase III. Key responsibilities include programme management, monitoring, and reporting; coordinating supply chain operations such as quantification, forecasting, and logistics; and supporting data management through Logistics Management Information Systems (LMIS/eLMIS). The incumbent will assist country teams in data validation, analysis, and capacity building to prevent stock-outs and ensure efficient supply chain practices. The position requires strong skills in synthesizing complex information for non-technical audiences, drafting reports, and applying results-based management principles. The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree in public health, pharmacy, or supply chain management and has at least two years of relevant professional experience in family planning, RH commodities, or international development. Fluency in English is required, with knowledge of other UN languages as an asset. The role demands integrity, accountability, and the ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural environment while contributing to UNFPA’s mandate of ensuring sexual and reproductive health and rights.

WBG Pioneer - Environmental / Biodiversity Intern

World Bank Group · 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

WBG Pioneer - Environmental and Social (E&S) Intern

World Bank Group · 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

The World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) is seeking an Environmental and Social (E&S) Intern for its Johannesburg office as part of the WBG Pioneers Program. This role supports the E&S regional team for Southern and Central Africa in managing E&S risks related to IFC Performance Standards for direct investments and public-private partnership (PPP) projects. Key responsibilities include conducting due diligence and risk screening, reviewing E&S documentation and impact assessments for compliance, utilizing risk assessment tools, and assisting with portfolio monitoring, client supervision visits, and reporting. The ideal candidate is a current postgraduate student or recent graduate in environmental studies, engineering, international development, or related fields, possessing 2-5 years of professional experience in E&S risk management and safeguards documentation. The role requires strong analytical, research, and communication skills, along with proficiency in English.

Senior Industry Specialist - Climate Finance Specialist

World Bank Group · 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa