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UN jobs in Djibouti 🇩🇯
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Djibouti. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 6
- Organisations
- 3
- Last refreshed
- Jun 04, 2026
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Assistant de projet – Point focal regional – Ali Sabieh.
United Nations Development Programme · 🇩🇯 Djibouti
The Assistant de projet – Point focal regional – Ali Sabieh position supports the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in implementing the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) project in Djibouti. The role involves coordinating and implementing project activities at the regional level in Ali Sabieh, facilitating engagement with local authorities, civil society, and stakeholders. Responsibilities include supporting the establishment and functioning of Regional Climate Coordination Committees (CRCC), integrating climate adaptation into regional development plans, monitoring and reporting on project activities, and coordinating multi-project efforts. The position requires close collaboration with the national NAP coordinator and UNDP country office. The role also includes specific responsibilities for Ali Sabieh, such as supporting urban greening initiatives, waste management solutions, and climate project development. The position is based in Ali Sabieh and reports to the Environment and Climate Change Programme Specialist at the UNDP country office.
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Programme Assistant
United Nations Development Programme · 🇩🇯 Djibouti
The Programme Assistant supports the financial management and administrative functions of the Environment and Climate Change Unit at UNDP Djibouti. Key responsibilities include monitoring project payments, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with UNDP financial procedures, supporting budget preparation and monitoring, coordinating with Ministry of Environment teams, managing administrative and logistical tasks for meetings and missions, and maintaining financial documentation. The role requires strong financial management skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in office software. The position is based in Djibouti and reports to the Environment and Climate Change Programme Specialist.
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Project Associate-JSB (Open to internal and external applicants)
United Nations Development Programme · 🇩🇯 Djibouti
The Project Associate role at UNDP Djibouti focuses on coordinating and implementing youth livelihood and inclusive finance initiatives, including a Japan Supplementary Budget-funded project and a regional Takaful program. The incumbent will manage full project lifecycles, develop quarterly and annual work plans, conduct financial and substantive monitoring, and ensure rigorous results-based management. Key responsibilities include stakeholder engagement with government entities, NGOs, and private sector partners, as well as supporting proposal development, resource mobilization, and strategic planning documents like the UNDAF. The role requires strong project management capabilities, experience in social development and financial inclusion, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will drive youth entrepreneurship, promote green and blue economy skills, and enhance access to basic services like solar energy. Based 100% in Djibouti, the position reports to a Programme Specialist and demands a minimum of four to seven years of relevant experience depending on educational background, alongside perfect French proficiency and proven teamwork abilities.
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Programme de Stages du PNUD Djibouti
United Nations Development Programme · 🇩🇯 Djibouti
The UNDP Djibouti Country Programme is offering a internship/stage program for students and recent graduates to gain professional experience in development operations. The program offers three internships focusing on communication, program management, and information and communication technology (ICT) support. Interns will contribute to key activities including content creation, social media management, event support, document preparation, administrative tasks, and technical IT support. The role aims to provide hands-on experience in a multilateral organization, deepen understanding of UNDP's mission and objectives, and support the implementation of the Country Programme 2025-2030 aligned with Sustainable Development Goals and Djibouti's Vision 2035.
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Adjoint (e) aux technologies de l’information
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇩🇯 Djibouti
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Programme Policy Officer (Research, Assessment & Monitoring - RAM)
World Food Programme · 🇩🇯 Djibouti
The Programme Policy Officer (Research, Assessment & Monitoring - RAM) supports the Director-Adjoint in leading the RAM unit for the WFP Country Office in Djibouti. Key responsibilities include conducting vulnerability analysis and mapping (VAM), supporting household profiling and targeting, contributing to market functionality assessments, and managing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities. The role involves data collection, analysis, reporting, and supporting capacity-building efforts. The officer works autonomously and collaboratively with internal and external partners to ensure quality data and informed decision-making for food assistance programs. The position requires strong analytical, technical, and communication skills with a focus on food security and nutrition.
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- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations 1
- World Food Programme 1
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- Djibouti 6
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