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UN jobs in Athens, Greece 🇬🇷
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Athens, Greece, Greece. 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
- 4
- Organisations
- 2
- Last refreshed
- Jun 04, 2026
Latest open roles
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Chief of Mission (CoM) (D) - Call for Expression of Interest
International Organization for Migration · 🇬🇷 Athens, Greece
The Chief of Mission (CoM) leads IOM's Country Office, overseeing strategic planning, programme implementation, and administrative management. Responsibilities include directing migration-related activities aligned with IOM's vision and the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, managing resources and finances, engaging with UN agencies and stakeholders, and ensuring effective coordination within the UN Country Team. The role requires extensive experience in general and project management, diplomacy, fundraising, and working in complex migration contexts. The CoM also ensures compliance with IOM's values and competencies, manages risk and security, and promotes knowledge management and capacity building.
Related Organization Closes Jun 16, 2026 -
International expert to support the development of Guidance Factsheets for IMAP Common Indicators related to Ecological Objective 4 (Marine Food Webs) (Level B)
United Nations Environment Programme · 🇬🇷 Athens, Greece
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks an international expert to support the development of Guidance Factsheets for IMAP Common Indicators related to Ecological Objective 4 (Marine Food Webs). The consultant will prepare eight draft Guidance Factsheets, develop regional definitions of Good Environmental Status (GES) for EO4, and propose associated targets. The role involves coordinating with the Online Working Group on Marine Food Webs, supporting governance meetings, and contributing to the SEMPA Project. The work is home-based for 12 months. The expert must have advanced university degree in marine ecology or related field, and at least 5 years of professional experience in marine environmental assessment or ecosystem-based approaches. Fluency in English is required, with working knowledge of French or Arabic desirable.
CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026 -
International expert to support the preparation of Guidance Factsheets, including GES definition, targets & assessment method for the Candidate Common Indicators on forest fires & flooding (Level B)
United Nations Environment Programme · 🇬🇷 Athens, Greece
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks an international expert to support the preparation of Guidance Factsheets for Candidate Common Indicators (cCIs) 42 and 43, focusing on coastal flooding and forest fires. The role involves developing technical guidance, defining Good Environmental Status (GES), setting targets, and assessing methods for these indicators. The consultant will work remotely for 12 months, coordinating with UNEP/MAP governance structures and participating in CORMON meetings. Tasks include preparing drafts, presenting findings, and incorporating feedback from stakeholders. The position requires advanced expertise in environmental science, particularly forest ecosystem management and coastal flooding, with significant professional experience in related fields.
CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026 -
Intern - Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
International Organization for Migration · 🇬🇷 Athens, Greece
The Intern - Mental Health and Psychosocial Support position offers an opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) within the context of migration. The intern will provide administrative and technical support to the Head of the MHPSS Unit, assisting with organizational tasks such as travel arrangements, event coordination, agenda preparation, and document management. Responsibilities also include supporting research, drafting reports, preparing presentations, and contributing to public information materials. The role is designed to provide exposure to IOM's work in migration and MHPSS, offering valuable learning in a multicultural environment. The internship is part of IOM's Internship Programme, aimed at attracting talented individuals with academic backgrounds in psychology, sociology, social work, anthropology, education, or related fields.
Related Organization Closes Jun 07, 2026
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- International Organization for Migration 2
- United Nations Environment Programme 2
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- Greece 4
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