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Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific) publishes vacancies on its own career portal; UNlockit lists every currently-open role here, refreshed daily from the agency's source. This page surfaces internships, consultancies, fixed-term, and temporary positions across country offices, regional offices, and headquarters. Each posting links back to the official Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific application page.
- Open roles
- 16
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- Jun 04, 2026
Latest open roles
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Logistics Assistant
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The Logistics Assistant will support training programs under the United Nations Department of Operational Support Triangular Partnership Programme (TPP) in Kampong Speu, Cambodia. Key responsibilities include managing project assets and consumables, processing requests from training teams, maintaining accurate records of support requests and expenditures, coordinating with vendors and partners, and ensuring smooth course delivery. The role requires liaison with the Cambodia National Centre for Peacekeeping Force Mine and ERW Clearance (NPMEC) and training school staff. Duties also include coordinating logistics for multiple courses, maintaining inventory records, compiling requests for materials and transport, providing training support such as printing materials and video recording, and assisting with customs processes for shipments. The position supports the Engineering Project Management Course, Heavy Engineering Equipment Training of Trainers, Explosive Hazard Awareness Training, and Field Medical Assistant Course from October to December 2026.
CON Regional Commission Closes Jun 17, 2026 -
Economic Affairs Intern
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
An Economic Affairs Intern will support the Section on Sustainable Development and Countries in Special Situations within the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP). The intern will assist with data collection, compilation, and analysis for the Asia-Pacific SDG Partnership Report and related capacity development initiatives. Responsibilities include conducting background research, developing analytical knowledge products, providing logistical support for meetings and events, updating websites with relevant materials, and supporting day-to-day team activities. The internship is unpaid and full-time, lasting 4-6 months in Bangkok. The role requires strong research and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jul 04, 2026 -
Intern - Programme Management Intern
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇨🇳 Beijing, China
The Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is seeking an unpaid Programme Management Intern to support the Centre for Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization (CSAM) based in Beijing, China. The internship offers a duration of 2-3 months, extendable up to six months, and requires full-time commitment (37.5 hours per week). The intern will work under the supervision of a staff member and assist with ongoing projects, social media outreach, administrative tasks, presentation development, and data consolidation. The role is ideal for a graduate student or final-year undergraduate with strong organizational and communication skills. The position requires fluency in English, with French being a working language of the UN Secretariat. The internship is unpaid, and the candidate is responsible for all travel, visa, and living expenses.
I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jul 09, 2026 -
Consultant for DA16 project
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is seeking a Consultant to support a Development Account project titled 'Catalyzing finance and investments for climate action while ensuring debt sustainability in developing Asia-Pacific countries.' The consultant will conduct a macroeconomic-fiscal-climate assessment study for Cambodia, analyzing climate risks to public finances, debt sustainability, and institutional readiness. The work involves adapting a standardized analytical approach to Cambodia's context, combining baseline debt diagnostics, fiscal-risk screening, and Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS)-aligned climate-scenario analysis. The consultant will produce a 10,000-15,000-word study with three main components: baseline and analytical framework, scenario design and analysis, and policy recommendations. The study will inform policy dialogue and a capacity-building workshop for Cambodian policymakers. The consultant must have deep expertise in macroeconomic policy, climate risk analysis, and fiscal instruments, with experience in advisory roles for national governments or international agencies. The work is remote, expected to last from June 8 to December 31, 2026.
CON Regional Commission Closes Jun 09, 2026 -
Data Analyst
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) seeks a Data Analyst to support national SDG reporting and improve data communication through dashboards. The role involves analyzing SDG data, creating statistical charts and dashboards, and participating in the development of new methodologies for tracking progress. The contractor will work under the Statistical Data Management Unit within ESCAP's Statistics Division, supporting countries in preparing for their 2027 Voluntary National Review. The position requires expertise in data visualization and graphic design for online publication, with a preference for candidates with a university degree in communication technology, data science, or data visualization. The work location is Bangkok, Thailand, with a duration of 3 months (July-September 2026).
CON Regional Commission Closes Jun 16, 2026 -
Urban Climate Resilience Intern
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) seeks an unpaid, full-time intern for 4-6 months to support its Sustainable Urban Development Section's work on urban climate resilience, particularly in South and South-West Asia. The intern will assist with project coordination, stakeholder engagement, workshop preparation, research, knowledge management, and communications related to sustainable urban development and urban heat adaptation initiatives. Responsibilities include drafting concept notes, agendas, presentations, and follow-up materials; maintaining project tracking tools; conducting research on urban climate resilience and sustainable planning; and supporting communications activities such as website content and social media updates. The internship is in-person in Bangkok, Thailand, with a focus on supporting ongoing initiatives in urban climate resilience and sustainable urban planning.
I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jun 22, 2026 -
Economic Affairs Intern
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The Economic Affairs Intern position is offered by the Macroeconomic Policy and Financing for Development Division (MPFD) of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP). Interns will support research activities, capacity development initiatives, and organizational events related to macroeconomic policy and financing for development. Tasks include conducting research and analysis on topics such as monetary policy, fiscal policy, sustainable finance, green bonds, and development financing strategies. Interns may also assist in preparing publications, organizing workshops, and supporting demonstration projects. The internship is unpaid and can last between 3 to 6 months, with work conducted remotely and/or on-site in Bangkok. The role requires academic training in economics, finance, development studies, or related fields, and strong communication and analytical skills.
I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jul 02, 2026 -
Expert in Transport Finance
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is seeking an Expert in Transport Finance to support the development of Fiji's NDC 3.0 Costed Implementation Plan (CIP) on transport. The consultant will work closely with ESCAP and relevant Fijian ministries to develop a comprehensive transport mitigation strategy that aligns with climate goals and national policies. Key responsibilities include conducting sectoral analysis, developing a costed project pipeline, drafting mitigation chapters, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring integration of gender and climate considerations. The role requires extensive experience in sustainable transport, climate change mitigation, and transport finance, with a focus on the Pacific region. The consultant will work in Fiji from June to December 2026, with potential for limited travel within the country.
CON Regional Commission Closes Jun 09, 2026 -
Consultant on drought monitoring in Central Asia
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is seeking a Consultant on drought monitoring in Central Asia to support a project aimed at enhancing the capacity of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan to use Earth Observation and geospatial tools for drought and crop monitoring. The Consultant will lead capacity development activities, coordinate with implementing agencies and UN Country Teams, develop geospatial practice profiles, and contribute to project progress reports. Key responsibilities include organizing training sessions, preparing documentation, and supporting the development of an online course for drought and crop monitoring. The role requires expertise in geospatial data, disaster risk reduction, and stakeholder engagement in Central Asia.
CON Regional Commission Closes Jun 05, 2026 -
Programme Officer, P3
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The Programme Officer, P3 role supports the implementation of the three-year externally funded Energy Transition for Green Growth and Prosperity programme in the Asia-Pacific region. Key responsibilities include programme development, implementation, and evaluation; coordinating technical assistance and analysis for member states; supporting a high-level advisory group; conducting research and policy analysis; preparing written outputs; coordinating meetings and conferences; participating in field missions; managing budget and funding coordination; and performing data analysis and visualization. The position requires strong project management skills, policy analysis capabilities, and experience in energy transition financing and regional cooperation.
P-3 Regional Commission Closes Jun 24, 2026 -
Communications Intern
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · Incheon City
The Communications Intern will support the Subregional Office for East and North-East Asia (SOENEA) in producing visual and digital communication materials for regional cooperation and sustainable development initiatives. Responsibilities include designing event flyers, posters, infographics, and visual communication materials; preparing presentations and communication products; producing promotional videos and event highlights; supporting website and social media content development; assisting with photography, video editing, and multimedia production; and supporting branding and layout design according to UN visual identity guidelines. The internship is unpaid, full-time (40 hours/week), and lasts 3-6 months in Incheon, Republic of Korea. Interns work under staff supervision and perform other related duties as assigned.
I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jun 10, 2026 -
Director of Administration, D1
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The Director of Administration leads the Division of Administration at ESCAP, overseeing holistic administrative services including procurement, human resources, finance, facilities management, and IT services. The role provides strategic advice to the Executive Secretary on managing financial, human, and physical resources, aligning with UN Secretariat reform initiatives like UN 2.0. Responsibilities include developing strategies for cost-effective management of administrative services, preparing reports for senior management and UN legislative bodies, managing budgets and expenditures, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. The position requires leading large, multi-functional administrative platforms with accountability for service quality, cost-effectiveness, and client satisfaction. It also involves driving business transformation, process simplification, and digitization of administrative services, including ERP systems and data-driven management tools. The role requires coordination with other UN entities and regional operations teams.
D-1 Regional Commission Closes Jul 05, 2026 -
Disaster-Resilience Expert
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) seeks a Disaster-Resilience Expert to support the development and implementation of a decongestion and disaster resilience roadmap for Malé City, Maldives. The expert will collaborate with municipal authorities, transport operators, and other stakeholders to conduct a Disaster Risk Assessment (DRA), contribute to the disaster-resilience component of the roadmap, and participate in workshops to present findings and build local capacity. The role involves both remote and on-site activities, including stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and coordination with other consultants to ensure integrated outputs. The expert will work under the guidance of ESCAP’s project officer to strengthen Malé’s resilience to natural hazards and improve urban mobility through informed planning and capacity building.
CON Regional Commission Closes Jun 05, 2026 -
Head, Subregional Office for North and Central Asia, D1
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇰🇿 Almaty (Alma Ata), Kazakhstan
The Head, Subregional Office for North and Central Asia (SONCA) leads ESCAP's operations in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, the Russian Federation, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. This senior leadership role involves representing ESCAP in the subregion, formulating and implementing the office's program of work, advising senior leadership on socio-economic issues, coordinating with governments and stakeholders, ensuring high-quality outputs, managing administrative and managerial functions including budgeting and staff development, and promoting regional cooperation and knowledge sharing. The position requires extensive experience in economic and social policy, regional development, and leadership of international teams.
D-1 Regional Commission Closes Jun 28, 2026 -
Intern - Economic Affairs (Trade Policy)
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) invites applications for a 2-6 month unpaid internship in the Trade Policy and Facilitation Section (TPFS) within the Trade, Investment and Innovation Division. The internship focuses on trade-policy-related work, including research and analysis on contemporary issues such as digital trade, e-commerce, global value chains, and trade agreements, with implications for sustainable and inclusive development. Interns will support policy research, draft documents and policy notes, assist with data analysis and database maintenance, prepare training materials and presentations, and help organize regional dialogues and meetings. The position is available both remotely and on-site, with full-time commitment (35 hours/week). Candidates should have an academic background in economics, international trade, development economics, econometrics, data analysis, or international law. The internship is unpaid, and applicants are responsible for their own travel, visa, and living expenses.
I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jun 14, 2026 -
Intern - Statistics Division
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) Statistics Division offers an unpaid, full-time internship for at least three months (extendable up to six months) in Bangkok or remotely. Interns work under staff supervision, supporting the dissemination and analysis of the Asia-Pacific SDG Progress Report. Key duties include supporting AI applications for user experience enhancement, data visualization, statistical data management, and drafting research papers or technical notes. The role requires a bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field, proficiency in standard software applications, and fluency in English. Knowledge of another UN official language is advantageous. Interns are responsible for delivering specific outputs related to SDG reporting and data management, and must participate in division meetings. The internship is unpaid, with candidates responsible for travel, visa, and living expenses.
I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jun 05, 2026
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