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UN jobs in Costa Rica 🇨🇷
UN-system organisations recruit in Costa Rica for country offices, regional hubs, field operations, and joint programmes. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open vacancy posted on a UN agency's career portal for Costa Rica — including international and national professional staff roles, internships, and short-term consultancies. Each listing links back to the official agency application page.
- Open roles
- 7
- Organisations
- 3
- Last refreshed
- 7/21/2026
Latest open roles
SVN-2026-015 Case Manager - Integration Programme / UG
International Organization for Migration · 🇨🇷 San Jose, Costa Rica
The Case Manager supports the 'Regular Migration Status and Socioeconomic Integration for Migrants Received by the Government of Costa Rica' project, implemented by IOM Costa Rica. The role focuses on the successful integration of migrants who have opted to remain in Costa Rica rather than return voluntarily. The Case Manager will manage a caseload of beneficiaries, conducting screening assessments, interviews, and follow-up services to facilitate access to legal identity, regular status, housing, health, education, and livelihood opportunities. Key responsibilities include using the MIMOSA system for case tracking, entering data into Kobo and Excel, coordinating with translators and other teams, and liaising with IOM offices in countries of origin. The position requires providing community-based support and accompaniment to help migrants access basic services and achieve socioeconomic inclusion. The role operates under the supervision of the Integration Programme Coordinator and Senior Project Associate, working within the Great Metropolitan Area (GAM) at a community level. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in social work or related fields, at least four years of experience with vulnerable populations, and fluency in English. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively in diverse, multicultural environments.
Closes 7/30/2026SVN-2026-014 Sr Project Associate (Social Integration, Housing, Health) Integration Programme G7
International Organization for Migration · 🇨🇷 San Jose, Costa Rica
The Senior Project Associate (Social Integration, Housing, Health) supports the implementation of IOM’s integration programme in Costa Rica, facilitating migrants’ access to legal status, housing, health services, and livelihood opportunities. Reporting to the Integration National Project Officer, the role involves independently leading project activities, monitoring implementation, and analyzing field data to adjust work plans. Key responsibilities include coordinating administrative and technical aspects in line with donor requirements, supervising staff, and maintaining liaison with government authorities, UN agencies, and NGOs. The incumbent researches national and international developments, prepares narrative and financial reports, and identifies good practices to develop Standard Operating Procedures. The position requires strong analytical, strategic, and managerial competencies to foster social connectedness and support vulnerable migrant populations within the Great Metropolitan Area.
Closes 7/30/2026SVN-2026-013 Sr Project Associate (Education, Children and Youth) Integration Programme G7
International Organization for Migration · 🇨🇷 San Jose, Costa Rica
The Senior Project Associate (Education, Children and Youth) supports the 'Regular Migration Status and Socioeconomic Integration for Migrants Received by the Government of Costa Rica' project implemented by IOM Costa Rica. The role focuses on the successful integration of migrants remaining in Costa Rica by facilitating access to legal identity, regular status, basic services (housing, food, health), and educational opportunities such as Spanish language learning and skills certification. The incumbent independently leads and coordinates project implementation, monitoring activities related to Education, Children, and Youth to ensure alignment with established plans and adapting to field conditions. Key responsibilities include researching and analyzing national and international developments, monitoring budget expenditures, and coordinating administrative and technical aspects in compliance with IOM policies and donor requirements. The associate plans and conducts capacity-building workshops, maintains liaison with local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, and donors, and prepares correspondence, briefing notes, and reports. The role also involves identifying good practices, contributing to SOPs and concept papers, and supervising reporting staff. The position requires fluency in English and Spanish and is based in the Great Metropolitan Area (GAM) of Costa Rica under a local contract.
Closes 7/30/2026SVN 2026-012 National Project Officer (Integration Programme)-SST NOA
International Organization for Migration · 🇨🇷 San Jose, Costa Rica
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a National Project Officer for the Integration Programme in Costa Rica. This role supports the successful socioeconomic integration of migrants by facilitating access to legal identity, regular status, basic services, and livelihood opportunities. The officer will assist in coordinating operational, administrative, and financial aspects of the programme, ensuring compliance with IOM policies and donor requirements. Key responsibilities include monitoring project implementation, developing work plans and budgets, and managing Monitoring & Evaluation tools. The incumbent will coordinate data collection and analysis, update information systems, and prepare project reports and communication products. The role requires liaising with donors, UN agencies, government counterparts, and civil society partners. Additionally, the officer will contribute to capacity building activities, supervise project staff, and participate in interagency coordination meetings. The position demands strong skills in migration management, data analysis, and logistics, with fluency in Spanish and English. The officer will work under the supervision of the Head of Programs and the Integration Programme Coordinator, operating within the Great Metropolitan Area of Costa Rica.
Closes 7/30/2026Associate Civil Engineer
United Nations Office for Project Services · 🇨🇷 San Jose Associate, Costa Rica
The Associate Civil Engineer role at UNOPS in San Jose supports the Senior Engineer in daily project operations, focusing on construction contract management, technical site supervision, and quality control. The incumbent manages the full lifecycle of assigned engineering processes, ensuring integrity and compliance with UNOPS standards. Key responsibilities include assisting with budget preparation and analysis, drafting technical instructions and variation orders, and explaining complex procedures to stakeholders. The role requires rigorous technical monitoring of infrastructure works, ensuring adherence to norms, plans, and safety protocols. The engineer also handles project monitoring, reporting, and data consolidation for monthly closures and technical reports. This position acts as a focal point for queries and supports coordination meetings and field inspections. The ideal candidate possesses strong skills in civil engineering, construction management, and quality assurance, with proficiency in BIM, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D. They must demonstrate experience in managing infrastructure projects, particularly those funded by international organizations, and have the ability to automate reporting using Google Suite. The role demands high ethical standards, teamwork, and adaptability in a dynamic development environment.
Closes 7/27/2026Civil Engineer
United Nations Office for Project Services · 🇨🇷 San Jose Associate, Costa Rica
The Civil Engineer (ICS-8) role at UNOPS supports critical infrastructure projects in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a specific focus on vertical construction and internationally funded initiatives. The incumbent collects, analyzes, and consolidates technical, structural, and financial data to support specialists and managers in decision-making. Key responsibilities include applying engineering concepts to design and implement infrastructure projects, interpreting building codes and regulations to ensure compliance, and identifying technical discrepancies or risks. The role involves rigorous quality assurance and control, such as verifying conformity with design specifications, reviewing laboratory test records, and analyzing on-site sampling results to recommend corrective actions. Additionally, the engineer manages project documentation, updates databases, and prepares technical inputs like calculation memos and reports for management review. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in civil or construction engineering, with proven experience in infrastructure project supervision or design. Proficiency in data analysis and structural engineering is essential, alongside the ability to interpret complex regulatory frameworks. Fluency in Spanish is required, while intermediate English is desirable. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainable development and resilient infrastructure in a dynamic, multi-country regional environment.
Closes 7/28/2026Officer, Red Family Fund
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies · 🇨🇷 San Jose, Costa Rica
The Officer, Red Family Fund supports the IFRC Americas Region in administering the Red Family Fund, which provides financial assistance to families of volunteers and staff who have died in the line of duty. The role involves managing the operational cycle of the Fund, including case processing, verification, disbursement, and record-keeping. Key responsibilities include maintaining data systems and dashboards, compiling basic analysis on trends and risks, and supporting donor reporting. The Officer ensures compliance with established policies, documents lessons learned, and contributes to volunteer safety mechanisms. This national staff position requires strong administrative, financial, and analytical skills, along with the ability to work independently in a multicultural environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in fund administration or programme support, with a focus on integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
Closes 8/5/2026
Top organisations
- International Organization for Migration4
- United Nations Office for Project Services2
- International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies1
Top countries
- Costa Rica7
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What kinds of UN jobs are available in Costa Rica?
Roles range from international professional staff to national officers, general service staff, internships, and UN Volunteer or consultancy assignments — depending on the specific agency's presence and current recruitment cycle.
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