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Economic Commission for Africa jobs
Economic Commission for Africa (Economic Commission for Africa) publishes vacancies on its own career portal; UNlockit lists every currently-open role here, refreshed daily from the agency's source. This page surfaces internships, consultancies, fixed-term, and temporary positions across country offices, regional offices, and headquarters. Each posting links back to the official Economic Commission for Africa application page.
- Open roles
- 11
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- 7/21/2026
Latest open roles
Team Assistant
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is seeking an Individual Contractor to serve as a Team Assistant within the Human Resources Management Section of the Division of Administration. This three-month contract is based in Addis Ababa and involves supporting the Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer. Key responsibilities include assisting in the development of HR workflows and standard operating procedures, coordinating HR events, and managing content for the ECA intranet. The role requires monitoring staff engagement action plans, developing single-window access processes for administrative services, and providing comprehensive office, secretarial, and logistical support to the Chief HRO and various committees. The incumbent will also be responsible for researching information, generating statistical reports, proofreading documents, and managing website content. The ideal candidate possesses a high school diploma, at least four years of relevant administrative experience, and prior experience working within an international organization. Fluency in English is mandatory, with knowledge of other UN official languages considered an asset. The role demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive HR information and complex administrative tasks efficiently.
Closes 7/25/2026ICT support in IT Network maintenance and upgrade works
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
This is a three-month internship within the Digital and Information Technology Management Section (DITMS) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa. The intern will provide technical and operational support to the Administration, Conference Management Division under the supervision of the DITMS Chief and Network Technology Team Leader. Key responsibilities include supporting LAN and WLAN upgrade works, such as installing and configuring wireless access points, conducting site surveys, and documenting configurations. The role also involves assisting with network troubleshooting, maintenance, and monitoring, including diagnosing connectivity issues, reviewing firewall rules, and monitoring network performance. Additional duties encompass maintaining network topology diagrams, updating equipment inventories, preparing technical documentation, and supporting asset management. The position is designed for students or recent graduates in a field closely related to the internship. The UN encourages diversity and inclusion, specifically welcoming applications from women and persons with disabilities. Interns are not financially remunerated; they are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. Fluency in spoken and written English is required, with knowledge of another official UN language being an advantage.
Closes 7/23/2026program Assistant and partnerships
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
This is a two-month unpaid internship within the Information, Communication and Technology Services Section (ICTSS) of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa. The intern will provide technical and operational support to the Publications, Conference, and Knowledge Management Division. Key responsibilities include supporting LAN & WLAN upgrade works, such as installing wireless access points and conducting site surveys; assisting with network troubleshooting, maintenance, and monitoring, including firewall rule reviews and performance reporting; and providing general ICT support. The role also involves preparing technical documentation, updating network inventories, and participating in team planning. The ideal candidate is a student in the final year of a bachelor's, master's, or PhD program, or a recent graduate, with a field of study closely related to the internship. No professional work experience is required. Fluency in English is mandatory, with knowledge of another UN language being advantageous. The position is unpaid, with travel and living expenses covered by the applicant or their sponsoring institution.
Closes 7/30/2026Evaluation Specialist
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is seeking a qualified Evaluation Specialist to conduct the terminal evaluation of the project 'Capacity Building for Gender Statistics and Monitoring Systems.' The consultant will assess the project's performance, effectiveness, sustainability, and impact against its objectives, delivering an independent, evidence-based report. The role involves designing the evaluation, leading data collection and stakeholder consultations, analyzing findings, and drafting the final report with actionable recommendations. The position is remote, expected to last 5 months, and requires strong expertise in development evaluation, gender mainstreaming, and statistics. Candidates must demonstrate independence from the project's formulation or implementation. The evaluation aims to inform accountability, organizational learning, and future interventions for gender-responsive policymaking in Africa.
Closes 7/22/2026INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening), P3
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Information Systems Officer (P3) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa leads the Security, AI, and Endpoint Management team within the Digital and Information Technology Management Section. Key responsibilities include overseeing ICT compliance audits, risk management, and quality assurance, as well as developing and enforcing ICT governance policies. The role involves managing Microsoft 365 administration, Intune-based endpoint management, and implementing AI strategies, including the rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot. The officer also handles budgeting, fundraising, and service catalogue management. Candidates must have a Master's degree (or Bachelor's with qualifying experience) and five years of progressively responsible IT experience, including project implementation, team management, IT architecture, and data analytics. Fluency in English is required; French is desirable. The position is a temporary fixed-term contract for 364 days.
Closes 7/28/2026Economic Affairs Officer, P4
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) seeks an Economic Affairs Officer (P4) to support the Macroeconomics, Finance, Governance and Planning Division. The role focuses on strengthening macroeconomic management, economic governance, and domestic resource mobilization for African Member States. Key responsibilities include conducting economic and sector analysis, interpreting econometric modeling results, and drafting policy recommendations for structural transformation and inclusive growth. The incumbent provides substantive support to intergovernmental bodies, designs and monitors technical cooperation projects, and conducts training workshops for government officials. The position requires collecting and analyzing macroeconomic data to enable data-driven planning and decision-making. The ideal candidate possesses advanced expertise in macroeconomic analysis and economic governance, with a proven track record in policy formulation and research. The role involves representing the organization at international meetings, supervising junior staff, and contributing to normative and operational work. Success in this position demands strong analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization, and the ability to develop development strategies for presentation to high-level bodies. The officer will work under the guidance of the Division Director and Section Chief, collaborating with diverse teams to address regional and transboundary challenges while advocating Africa’s position in global governance.
Closes 8/9/2026National Consultant for Advancing Inland Waterways Transport and Strengthening Maritime Governance Systems in South Sudan
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇷🇼 Kigali, Rwanda
The Economic Commission for Africa seeks a National Consultant to strengthen maritime administration and advance compliance with international maritime standards in South Sudan. The role involves conducting a comprehensive review of South Sudan's maritime and inland waterways regulatory framework, identifying gaps between existing laws and priority IMO conventions, and advising on legislative processes for domestication. Key responsibilities include compiling and analyzing national legislation, facilitating stakeholder consultations with government agencies and private sector representatives, and drafting legislative instruments to support IMO accession. The consultant will produce three main deliverables: a regulatory framework review, a gap assessment report, and an IMO domestication endorsement package. The assignment requires close collaboration with a lead consultant and focuses on building institutional capacity, improving safety and environmental standards, and facilitating regional trade integration. The ideal candidate possesses advanced expertise in legal and regulatory analysis, legislative drafting, and public policy, with a proven track record in reviewing national frameworks and engaging stakeholders to drive legal reform.
Closes 7/22/2026SRO-SA Interns-Economic Affairs
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
This internship offers a six-month hybrid placement within the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), specifically supporting the Southern African Regional Office (SRO-SA). The intern will work under the supervision of an Economic Affairs Officer to assist with the implementation of technical assistance projects. Key responsibilities include preparing project activity calendars, drafting substantive documents such as concept notes, agendas, and meeting inputs, and assisting in the planning and organization of workshops and meetings. The role involves conducting literature reviews and research on inclusive industrialization and MSMEs to support the development of reports, studies, and policy briefs. Additional duties include data tracking for industrialization databases, assisting in the establishment of new databases, and contributing to country strategies. The intern will also help produce communications materials, including video scripts and social media content, and perform various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is currently enrolled in or has recently completed a graduate or final-year undergraduate program in economics, international trade, or related fields. Strong research skills, computer literacy, and the ability to interact across cultural backgrounds are essential. This is an unpaid position where the intern is responsible for their own travel, visa, and living expenses.
Closes 7/27/2026Senior Finance and Budget Assistant, G7
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Senior Finance and Budget Assistant (G7) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa supports the Facilities Management Section within the Administration & Conference Management Division. The role involves comprehensive financial management, including handling allotment advice, monitoring approved budgets, and preparing annual budget proposals. Key responsibilities include implementing IPSAS accounting procedures, managing UMOJA system actions for pre-encumbrances and obligations, and ensuring the correctness of procurement requests. The incumbent also processes claims, acts as a certifying officer, and follows up on audit recommendations. The position requires strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, resolve discrepancies, and provide advice to unit heads on proper fund usage and procurement procedures. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in finance, budgeting, and accounting, with proficiency in MS Office and knowledge of UMOJA. The role demands high professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment. It is a locally recruited General Service position, emphasizing efficiency, competence, and integrity in adherence to UN financial rules and regulations.
Closes 8/5/2026Programme Management Assistant, G5
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is seeking a Programme Management Assistant (G5) to provide administrative and programme support to the Sub Regional Office for Southern Africa in Lusaka, Zambia. Reporting to the Chief of the Inclusive Industrialization Section, the incumbent coordinates programme and project planning, monitors proposal status, and reviews budget documents for compliance. Key duties include serving as the focal point for administrative coordination, managing procurement and travel arrangements, and maintaining financial records. The role involves compiling data, drafting status reports, and assisting with data analysis and visualization for decision-making. The candidate must demonstrate professionalism, effective communication, and strong planning and organizing skills. The position requires high school education and significant experience in programme administration, with a reduced experience requirement for those holding a university degree. Fluency in English is mandatory, while French is desirable. This is a locally recruited General Service post, subject to UN staff rules and mobility policies.
Closes 7/26/2026Programme Management Officer, P3
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The Programme Management Officer (P3) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) leads the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the ECA Fellowship Programme within the Strategic Planning, Oversight and Results Division. Key responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of the fellowship—from recruitment and selection to on-boarding and deployment—while ensuring smooth administrative operations. The role requires developing strategic programme plans, coordinating budget and funding submissions, and providing substantive support to consultative meetings and workshops. The officer must conduct data collection, analyze trends using data visualization methods, and produce high-quality written outputs such as background papers and reports. The position demands strong analytical, conceptual, and evaluative skills to support decision-making and policy development. The ideal candidate possesses advanced university degrees in business, management, economics, or related fields, along with significant professional experience in programme management. Proficiency in English is mandatory, with French being desirable. The role involves frequent interaction with UN agencies, government officials, and consultants, requiring professionalism, accountability, and the ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively.
Closes 8/2/2026
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