UN jobs in Cairo, Egypt 🇪🇬

Regional Humanitarian Specialist -TA International (364 days)-P4

UN Women · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The Regional Humanitarian Specialist leads the development of humanitarian programs focused on gender equality and protection in the Arab States region. Key responsibilities include designing and managing humanitarian programs, providing technical and capacity-building support to country offices and partners, developing regional program documents, advising on policy and strategy, building strategic partnerships, and producing knowledge products. The role requires leading a team of two personnel and working closely with UN Women headquarters and inter-agency stakeholders. The incumbent must have substantive experience in humanitarian programming with a focus on gender and protection in emergencies, strong inter-agency coordination skills, and excellent analytical and communication abilities.

Consultant for Regional Study on Informal Employment of Migrants in the Middle East & North Africa

International Organization for Migration · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a consultant to conduct a regional study on informal employment of migrants in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The consultant will analyze data, practices, and policy options related to informal migrant employment, using estimation approaches from ILO and ERF. The study will examine labor market data systems, protection risks, gender dynamics, and skills recognition frameworks. The consultant will produce three deliverables: an inception report, a draft regional analytical report, and a final report with policy brief. The role requires extensive experience in labor market research, informal economy analysis, and multi-country studies, particularly in MENA. The consultant must be fluent in English and have experience working with government institutions and UN agencies. The consultancy is remote-based with occasional travel required for dissemination events.

Consultant for Regional Study on Smuggling of Migrants in the Middle East & North Africa

International Organization for Migration · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Consultant to conduct a Regional Study on Smuggling of Migrants in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), focusing on strengthening data systems and enhancing regional cooperation. The consultant will produce three key deliverables: an inception report, a data analytical report, and a final analytical report with policy brief. The study addresses fragmented national data ecosystems, inconsistent methodologies, and limited coordination among agencies that hinder effective policymaking and cross-border cooperation. The consultant must have expertise in migration data governance, comparative policy analysis, and multi-country research in complex mobility contexts, particularly in MENA. The role requires strong analytical, writing, and synthesis skills, along with experience engaging with government officials, UN agencies, and civil society organizations. The consultant will also participate in a regional dissemination event in Q4 2026. The position is remote with occasional travel required for the dissemination event.

Consultant for Regional Migration Pathways Mapping Consultant in the Middle East & North Africa

International Organization for Migration · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Consultant for a regional migration pathways mapping exercise in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The consultant will conduct a comprehensive, corridor-sensitive analysis of regular migration pathways across the region, including labour, education, family, humanitarian, climate, health, business, and return/circular pathways. The work involves designing an analytical framework, conducting desk reviews of migration instruments, building a structured database, interviewing stakeholders, and producing a regional analytical report and policy brief. The assignment is a 4-month consultancy with potential travel, based remotely with coordination from IOM's Regional Office for MENA in Cairo. The consultant must have advanced academic qualifications and extensive professional experience in migration governance, legal analysis, and regional data systems.

National Legal Consultant

United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The National Legal Consultant supports the development of a multidimensional study on technology-facilitated violence against women and girls (TFVAWG) in Egypt, focusing on its impacts from a human security perspective. Key responsibilities include reviewing study objectives, integrating national legislation, developing a comprehensive toolkit with training modules, creating Standard Operating Procedures for legal clinics at law schools, co-delivering training to law students, and producing recommendations and a policy paper tailored for criminal justice actors. The role requires extensive legal expertise, experience in gender and criminal justice, and strong technical assistance capabilities. The consultant works remotely with travel to Egypt and reports to UNODC's Criminal Justice Expert.

Legal Consultant for Mock-trial

United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) seeks a Legal Consultant to support a mock trial initiative focused on technology-facilitated violence against women and girls (TFVAWG). The consultant will develop and deliver a TFVAWG mock trial for criminal justice practitioners, prepare a comprehensive report, and create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for legal clinics at law schools. Additionally, the consultant will co-deliver training sessions to law students on legal clinic operations and providing legal aid to women and girls affected by cyber violence. The role requires extensive professional experience in law, particularly in gender and criminal justice, with a focus on developing training materials and delivering technical assistance. The position is home-based with travel to Alexandria, Egypt, and is expected to run from July 1 to November 30, 2026.

Re-advertised: Programme Specialist, Women, Peace, Security, and Humanitarian Action - International - PSA10

UN Women · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The Programme Specialist, Women, Peace, Security, and Humanitarian Action leads the design, implementation, and management of UN Women's regional programme in the Arab States region. Key responsibilities include developing programme strategies, managing budgets and staff, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with UN Women's WPS/HA priorities. The role involves managing projects focused on enhancing women's leadership in peace processes and humanitarian action, supporting capacity building initiatives, and contributing to inter-agency coordination. The incumbent will work closely with country offices, donors, and civil society partners to advance gender equality and women's participation in conflict prevention and resolution. Supervisory duties include managing Programme Analysts and Technical Specialists.

Regional Medical Officer

International Organization for Migration · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The Regional Medical Officer supports IOM's Occupational Health Unit by providing medical oversight, clinical services, and health management to staff and dependents across regional and country offices. Key responsibilities include reviewing medical examinations, managing health insurance claims, ensuring occupational health standards, coordinating emergency medical support, and advising on medical policies. The role requires close collaboration with OHU HQ, HR, and inter-agency partners, and involves strategic planning, training, and stakeholder engagement. The incumbent must ensure compliance with UN medical standards and support health initiatives in challenging environments.

Associate Investment Officer – Infrastructure Africa

World Bank Group · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

National Coordination Associate Consultant for Syria

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The National Coordination Associate Consultant for Syria will support the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and the Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management (MoEDM) in establishing and operationalizing a National Multi-stakeholder DRR Platform. The role involves providing technical expertise, facilitating stakeholder engagement, coordinating workshops and training sessions, and supporting the development of national DRR strategies. The consultant will work remotely from Damascus, Syria, and report to the Deputy Chief of Office or a delegated staff member. Key responsibilities include managing project deliverables, synchronizing with MoEDM's recovery planning processes, streamlining communication channels, and producing strategic communications and reports. The position requires advanced university degree in relevant fields, minimum 3 years of experience in communication, stakeholder engagement, or project coordination, and proven experience in organizing high-level national workshops or multi-stakeholder consultations.

Data Consultant for risk information for Syria

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The Data Consultant for risk information for Syria will support the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and the Syrian Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management (MoEDM) in strengthening national coordination around data and increasing risk knowledge. Key responsibilities include aggregating and structuring national statistical data, executing data validation and quality assurance, developing digital data collection templates, conducting research to map capacities and vulnerabilities, managing GIS data integration and spatial analysis, authoring Standard Operating Procedures, managing training sessions, and populating the national risk knowledge repository. The role requires close coordination with stakeholders and adherence to Sendai Framework standards. The position is based in Damascus, Syria, and is home-based.

International Consultant for Disaster Risk Governance for Syria

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) seeks an International Consultant for Disaster Risk Governance for Syria to strengthen national DRR governance using the Comprehensive Risk Management Approach. The consultant will support the development of a National Multi-stakeholder DRR and CA Platform, an inclusive and gender-sensitive National DRR and CA Strategy and Action Plan. Key responsibilities include conducting desk reviews, coordinating with national stakeholders, drafting policy documents, facilitating consultations, and preparing final reports. The role requires extensive experience in DRR, climate change adaptation, and sustainable development, with strong skills in policy development, stakeholder coordination, and research. The consultant will work remotely from Syria and report to the Risk Governance Programme Management Officer.

Operations Analyst - FTA NOB - Local post for nationals of Egypt only

UN Women · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The Operations Analyst supports the operational management of UN Women's Women, Peace and Security (WPS) and humanitarian action portfolio in Egypt. Key responsibilities include overseeing WPS-HA operations in alignment with UN Women policies, providing technical support on operational issues, managing budget, finance, procurement, HR, and IT systems, and ensuring compliance with organizational values and principles. The role involves guiding team performance, coordinating with various stakeholders, and supporting programme delivery. The incumbent leads a team of affiliate personnel and works closely with regional and headquarters offices. The position requires strong operational and administrative skills with experience in international organizations.

Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants), P3

United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants) supports the implementation and direction of UNODC projects and initiatives in human trafficking and migrant smuggling. Key responsibilities include coordinating and monitoring regional programs, organizing capacity-building and technical assistance on migrant smuggling detection and investigation, conducting training needs assessments, monitoring program implementation and budgets, preparing written outputs, and analyzing data to identify trends for data-driven planning. The role requires strong analytical, research, and communication skills with a focus on criminal justice, organized crime, and UNODC mandates. The position is based in Cairo, Egypt, and reports to the Regional Programme Coordinator for Anti-Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling.

RE-ADVERTISEMENT: HR Business Partner, ASRO, Client Services and Outreach Branch, Division for Human Resources, Cairo, Egypt, P-5

United Nations Population Fund · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic liaison between business units and the Human Resources function at UNFPA, managing the interface between HR and client areas to support the implementation of HR aspects of the UNFPA Strategic Plan. The role involves providing strategic HR client services, driving HR programs and initiatives, and ensuring alignment of HR practices with business objectives. Key responsibilities include policy advice, performance and staff development, organizational effectiveness consulting, workforce planning, recruitment and staffing, humanitarian capacity building, and knowledge sharing. The HRBP supervises a team of HR Specialists and Assistants, works with senior managers and staff at all levels, and collaborates with various UN entities and international organizations. This is a rotational and roster position reporting to the Deputy HR Director.

Intern (Management & Policy Research) (In-person or Remote)

United Nations Development Programme · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The UNDP Egypt Country Office is seeking an Intern (Management & Policy Research) to support the Resident Representative's office with front office duties, administrative tasks, and policy research. The intern will provide front desk management, coordinate schedules and meetings, manage correspondence, facilitate communication with stakeholders, and assist in policy brief development, research, and documentation. This role offers exposure to high-level international development processes and administrative functions. The internship is initially for 3 months with potential for extension based on performance and office needs. The position supports UNDP's strategic goals through integrated solutions addressing development challenges in the Arab region.

Regional PPP Manager, Africa (North, West and Central Africa)

World Bank Group · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

Technical Lead and Programme Management Specialist - Cairo, Egypt - FTA - P4

UN Women · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The Technical Lead and Programme Management Specialist will provide technical leadership and programme management for the EU-funded 'Support to Women’s Employment in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region through Gender-Responsive Private Sector Development' programme. Key responsibilities include leading the development of employment generation strategies, conducting labour market analysis, overseeing national and regional implementation, managing partnerships, and ensuring alignment with UN Women's Surging Women’s Employment Flagship Initiative (SWEI). The role requires managing complex, multi-country donor-funded programmes with significant independent judgment, including programme design, monitoring and evaluation, budget management, and stakeholder engagement. The incumbent will also lead knowledge management, learning, and advocacy efforts, producing analytical reports and policy briefs to inform strategic decisions.

Technical Specialist, Climate

United Nations Development Programme · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The Technical Specialist for Climate at UNDP Egypt leads the strategic formulation and management of high-impact climate-related projects. Key responsibilities include analyzing socio-economic trends, designing innovative projects leveraging technology for sustainable development, ensuring inclusive growth and reach for marginalized communities, providing technical guidance to project teams, coordinating with UNDP's results-based management tools, mentoring staff, and facilitating knowledge exchange. The role involves supporting policy dialogues, preparing technical briefs and impact reports for high-level meetings, building strategic partnerships with government, donors, NGOs, and private sector entities, and contributing to knowledge management and information sharing within the UNDP country office. The incumbent works under the supervision of the Team Leader, Climate, and reports to the DRR, ensuring alignment with UNDP Egypt's Country Programme Document and broader strategic plan.

Technical Specialist, Inclusive Growth and Digital Transformation

United Nations Development Programme · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt

The Technical Specialist for Inclusive Growth and Digital Transformation at UNDP Egypt leads strategic formulation and management of high-impact projects leveraging technology for sustainable development. Key responsibilities include analyzing socio-economic trends, designing innovative digital initiatives that promote inclusive growth, providing technical guidance to project teams, ensuring compliance with UNDP's results-based management tools, mentoring staff, and facilitating knowledge exchange. The role involves coordinating with the NOC Team Leader, preparing technical briefs and impact reports for high-level meetings, and supporting resource mobilization efforts. The incumbent must ensure all digital initiatives align with UNDP Egypt's Country Programme Document and broader strategic plan while maintaining quality control standards.