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UN jobs in United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪
UN-system organisations recruit in United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates — including international and national professional staff roles, internships, and short-term consultancies. Each listing links back to the official agency application page.
- Open roles
- 4
- Organisations
- 3
- Last refreshed
- Jun 04, 2026
Latest open roles
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Senior Protection Assistant
UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Senior Protection Assistant provides essential protection services to persons of concern (PoC) in line with international standards and UNHCR protocols. Key responsibilities include conducting initial protection assessments, providing counseling, supporting case management processes, and ensuring compliance with protection standards. The role involves liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including government entities and partners, and contributing to the development of protection strategies. The incumbent must demonstrate strong communication skills in Arabic and English, possess knowledge of the protection environment in the GCC, particularly the UAE, and be able to work effectively within UNHCR's framework. The position reports to a more senior Protection colleague and contributes to ensuring that PoC are involved in decisions affecting them.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 10, 2026 -
Intern – Data and Information Management
United Nations Environment Programme · 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The United Nations Environment Programme's Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) Office in Abu Dhabi is offering an unpaid internship in Data and Information Management. The intern will support the implementation of CMS instruments related to dugongs and raptors, focusing on data management, analysis, and knowledge systems. Responsibilities include compiling and organizing datasets, supporting data visualization and reporting, managing internal knowledge platforms, and assisting with information-sharing practices. The role requires proficiency in digital tools and data handling software, with a keen interest in international environmental cooperation and UN work. The internship duration is 3-6 months in Abu Dhabi.
I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026 -
UN Women Driver, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Liaison Office, Abu Dhabi, NPPSA 2 (6 months)
UN Women · 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The UN Women Driver position supports the UAE Liaison Office for the GCC by providing reliable, safe, and professional driving services to the Head of Liaison Office, high-ranking UN officials, and visitors. Responsibilities include transporting authorized personnel, delivering documents, meeting visitors at airports, maintaining vehicle safety and condition, ensuring compliance with UN Women policies, and providing administrative support. The role requires excellent driving skills, knowledge of local roads and regulations, defensive driving abilities, minor vehicle repair skills, and punctuality. The incumbent must demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and cultural sensitivity while working with diverse stakeholders in a high-security environment.
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Senior Protection Assistant
UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Senior Protection Assistant supports UNHCR's protection unit by providing functional and administrative support in case management, monitoring, reporting, and liaison activities. Key responsibilities include conducting initial case assessments, offering counseling, coordinating with local authorities and partners, and ensuring compliance with international and national protection standards. The role requires strong understanding of protection principles, operational procedures, and experience in working with persons of concern. The incumbent acts as the first point of entry for case referrals and supports the development of comprehensive protection strategies. The position involves liaising with various stakeholders including local authorities, implementing partners, and other UN agencies. The role requires effective communication skills in both Arabic and English, and familiarity with the protection environment in the GCC and UAE.
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Top organisations
- UN High Commissioner for Refugees 2
- United Nations Environment Programme 1
- UN Women 1
Top countries
- United Arab Emirates 4
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of UN jobs are available in United Arab Emirates?
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.
How current are UN job listings for United Arab Emirates on UNlockit?
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