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UN jobs in Kathmandu, Nepal 🇳🇵
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Kathmandu, Nepal, Nepal. 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
- 3
- Organisations
- 2
- Last refreshed
- 7/22/2026
Latest open roles
Political Affairs Intern
Office for Disarmament Affairs · 🇳🇵 Kathmandu, Nepal
The Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) is seeking a Political Affairs Intern to support the Regional Centre for Peace and Disarmament in Asia and the Pacific (UNRCPD) based in Kathmandu, Nepal. The internship, lasting 2-6 months with a desired start in September 2026, offers unpaid, full-time, in-person work, though hybrid arrangements may be approved at the hiring manager's discretion. The intern will assist in key programmatic areas including Weapons of Mass Destruction, Conventional Arms, Disarmament, Non-Proliferation, Education, and cross-cutting issues like Gender and Youth. Responsibilities include drafting official documents, conducting legal and internet research, supporting conferences and workshops, and maintaining web content. The role is designed for students or recent graduates in relevant fields, providing substantive support to regional peace and security goals without requiring prior professional experience.
Closes 8/4/2026Public Information Intern
Office for Disarmament Affairs · 🇳🇵 Kathmandu, Nepal
The Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) is seeking a Public Information Intern to support the Regional Centre for Peace and Disarmament in Asia and the Pacific (UNRCPD) based in Kathmandu, Nepal. This unpaid, full-time internship lasts 2-6 months with a desired start date of September 2026. The intern will assist with strategic communications, public outreach, and media products for the organization's website and social media platforms. Key responsibilities include drafting and editing publications such as fact sheets, brochures, and newsletters; preparing presentations and visual content; conducting background research on disarmament, arms control, and non-proliferation issues; and providing logistical and administrative support for meetings, workshops, and seminars. The role focuses on supporting programmatic areas including Weapons of Mass Destruction, Conventional Arms, Disarmament and Non-Proliferation, Education, and cross-cutting issues like Gender, Youth, and Emerging Technologies. The ideal candidate is a student in the final year of a first university degree or a graduate student with a field of study closely related to the internship. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of another UN official language is advantageous. The intern reports to the Director of UNRCPD and works under the supervision of a professional staff member.
Closes 8/4/2026Technical Specialist/ Project Manager (Open to Tier 1 & 2 applicants)
United Nations Development Programme · 🇳🇵 Kathmandu, Nepal
The Technical Specialist/Project Manager will lead the implementation of the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) Phase II in Nepal, focusing on Output 4: Biodiversity Finance Solutions. Reporting to the Portfolio Manager and Assistant Resident Representative, the incumbent oversees day-to-day project management, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting. Key responsibilities involve developing and implementing biodiversity finance solutions, conducting policy and financial analyses, and facilitating partnerships with government ministries, financial institutions, and private sector actors. The role requires coordinating multi-stakeholder efforts, managing procurement and consultants, and ensuring the institutionalization of BIOFIN methodologies within national systems. The specialist will also drive capacity building, knowledge management, and the mainstreaming of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) principles. The candidate must demonstrate strong leadership in project management, policy advisory, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on aligning biodiversity conservation with national development priorities. The position demands expertise in biodiversity finance, public financial management, and strategic planning to support Nepal's National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan.
Closes 7/23/2026
Top organisations
- Office for Disarmament Affairs2
- United Nations Development Programme1
Top countries
- Nepal3
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