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• Intern – Governance and Rule of Law (National Applicants Only)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

  This internship offers graduate-level students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in UNDP's governance, rule of law, and democratic institutions work within the Regional Service Centre for Africa (RSCA) in Addis Ababa. Interns will support regional initiatives focused on strengthening democratic governance, access to justice, human rights, and electoral support across Africa. Key duties include assisting with communication materials, research on development issues, data collection, literature reviews, event documentation, and organizing technical workshops. The role provides exposure to UNDP's mandate and values while contributing to people-centered governance programming that supports the Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2063. Interns will work under the supervision of the Regional Governance and Rule of Law Advisor and collaborate with diverse teams on policy and programming related to peacebuilding and institutional strengthening.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Analista Técnico em Refrigeração e Ar Condicionado (RAC) (Office Based) [Open to internal and external applicants]

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

  The Technical Analyst in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) supports the implementation, monitoring, and management of projects related to the Montreal Protocol in Brazil, specifically focusing on phasing out HCFCs and HFCs. The role involves technical assistance in project management, monitoring, and reporting, including supporting project planning, procurement processes, and technical documentation. The analyst will work in Brasília, Brazil, and collaborate with stakeholders including government agencies, partners, and donors. Responsibilities include analyzing technical data, preparing reports, supporting procurement processes, and contributing to policy and strategy development for sustainable refrigeration practices. The position requires a strong background in engineering, particularly in refrigeration and air conditioning systems, with experience in sustainable technologies and environmental projects.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Human Resources Associate

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

  The Human Resources Associate supports the UNDP Country Office in South Africa by ensuring effective administration and implementation of HR strategies and policies. Key responsibilities include managing recruitment processes, maintaining HR records, supporting performance management and talent development, and facilitating knowledge sharing. The role requires close collaboration with various teams and agencies to deliver transparent and efficient HR services. The position involves working with HR management systems, preparing documentation for staff appointments and separations, and supporting organizational development initiatives. The HR Associate also contributes to strategic HR planning and ensures compliance with UNDP policies and procedures.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 10, 2026

• Cleaning Support

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇩🇴 Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

  The Cleaning Support role provides essential maintenance and cleaning services to support the smooth operation of the United Nations Development Programme's office in the Dominican Republic. Responsibilities include general building maintenance, electrical and plumbing repairs, plant electrical maintenance, meeting room preparation, and exterior area cleaning. The position requires a minimum of two years of relevant experience and a primary or secondary education level. The role demands strong interpersonal communication skills, organizational abilities, and the capacity to work effectively in a multicultural international environment. The incumbent must demonstrate integrity, cultural sensitivity, and a positive attitude while performing duties with attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 16, 2026

• AI Innovation and Mediation Intern

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  The UNDP Office of the Ombudsman seeks an AI Innovation and Mediation Intern to support technology and AI-enabled initiatives in alternative dispute resolution (ADR). The intern will assist in developing AI tools for mediation practice, including workflow automation, data analysis, and AI chatbots. They will also contribute to training materials and project coordination under the supervision of the Mediation Specialist/Manager. The role involves exploring AI applications such as 'AI judge' prototypes and integrating generative AI into mediation support functions using UN-authorized tools like Copilot and Gemini. The intern must have a technology-focused academic background, strong interest in ADR, and experience with AI tools and systems.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 18, 2026

• Asociado (a) de Desarrollo e Inclusión Social

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  The Asociado(a) de Desarrollo e Inclusión Social supports the implementation and expansion of the Iguales project in Mexico, focusing on youth inclusion in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (CTIM). The role involves strategic coordination between central and territorial project teams, including consultants and local stakeholders. Responsibilities include planning, monitoring, and evaluating project implementation, building partnerships with government entities and civil society, and supporting capacity-building initiatives. The position requires strong coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on social inclusion, gender equality, and youth development. The role is based in Mexico City and involves working with federal and state authorities, educational institutions, and private sector partners.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 09, 2026

• Analista en Productos Sanitarios/Cadena de Suministro (PSM) con experiencia en el sector farmacéutico (Open to all applicants)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇬🇶 Bata, Equatorial Guinea

  The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking a Supply Chain Management Analyst (PSM) with pharmaceutical experience to support health-related projects in Equatorial Guinea. The role involves managing procurement and supply chain operations for health products, ensuring compliance with UNDP and Global Fund standards. Key responsibilities include planning and monitoring health product procurement, leading supply chain teams, coordinating with national health authorities and partners, managing contracts and vendor performance, and supporting capacity-building initiatives. The position requires strong technical expertise in supply chain management, procurement processes, and health product logistics, with experience in pharmaceutical or health sector operations. The analyst will work in Bata, Guinea Ecuatorial, and report directly to the Program Manager.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 10, 2026

• Project Associate, NPSA-7, DS - Kyiv, National position

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

  The Project Associate will support the implementation of the Ukraine District Heating Programme Technical Assistance, funded by the European Investment Bank. Key responsibilities include project management assistance, administrative and logistical support, financial and procurement processes, stakeholder engagement, communication, and knowledge management. The role involves supporting day-to-day project operations, ensuring compliance with UNDP policies, preparing background materials, drafting meeting minutes, translating between Ukrainian and English, managing travel arrangements, organizing meetings and events, maintaining records, supporting financial reporting and procurement, and facilitating communication with stakeholders. The position requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in office software, and experience in project coordination and administrative support within international development contexts.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Computer systems Assistant

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇯 Cotonou, Benin

  The Computer Systems Assistant supports UNDP staff in the use of commercial software and utilities, troubleshoots common technical issues, and ensures adherence to IT standards. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining Microsoft Windows and Office systems, managing file compression, scanning, and digitalization, performing system updates, supporting user data backup and restoration, and preventing virus infections. The role involves configuring and installing new tools, providing network troubleshooting support, and responding to user queries about network access and WiFi portals. The position also includes maintaining an inventory of software and hardware, supporting knowledge sharing and training initiatives, and assisting with key IT events. The role requires strong technical skills in IT systems, user support, and network maintenance, with a focus on delivering quality service and maintaining operational efficiency.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Community Engagement Associate, NPSA-7, DS - Kyiv, National Position

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

  The Community Engagement Associate supports the Ukraine District Heating Programme Technical Assistance, funded by the European Investment Bank. The role focuses on stakeholder engagement, communication, and outreach activities to ensure effective participation of municipalities, communal utilities, local authorities, and communities in district heating modernization projects. Key responsibilities include organizing consultations and events, facilitating communication between stakeholders, supporting knowledge management and reporting, and ensuring inclusive engagement with vulnerable groups. The position requires strong coordination, communication, and project support skills in a wartime and recovery context.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Economics Analyst, NPSA- 9, DS - Kyiv, National Position

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

  The Economics Analyst supports the Ukraine District Heating Programme Technical Assistance, funded by the European Investment Bank. The role involves developing and maintaining economic and investment analysis models for district heating and energy efficiency projects, conducting cost-benefit analysis, affordability assessments, and scenario modeling. The incumbent will work with municipalities, public utilities, and partner banks to prepare economic justifications, forecast operational costs and revenues, and support project appraisal processes. They will also provide technical assistance to sub-borrowers, prepare analytical reports, and contribute to capacity-building activities. The position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in economic modeling, and experience in energy or infrastructure project analysis.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Chief Technical Specialist [Open to Tier 0, 1 & 2 applicants]

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇵🇬 Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

  The Chief Technical Specialist (CTS) provides strategic technical leadership and quality assurance for the GEF-funded 'Accelerating PNG's Sustainable Blue Economy through Strengthened Governance and Investment in Marine Areas' project. The role involves overseeing implementation of marine conservation interventions across three seascapes in Papua New Guinea, including MPA governance, marine spatial planning, natural capital accounting, and nature-based solutions. The CTS leads technical oversight, monitoring and evaluation, capacity building, and stakeholder coordination with government, civil society, and private sector partners. The position requires extensive experience in marine biodiversity conservation, project management, and international development, with a focus on Pacific Island contexts. The role is based in Port Moresby with travel to target geographies.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 10, 2026

• Driver

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇦🇲 Yerevan, Armenia

  The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking a Driver to provide reliable, safe, and efficient transportation services in support of the PHOENIX-RESYP project in Armenia. The role involves transporting authorized personnel, consultants, and stakeholders, as well as delivering documents and materials to project sites in Syunik. The incumbent will manage vehicle maintenance, ensure compliance with UNDP policies and local regulations, and provide logistical support for meetings and events. The position is based in Yerevan with frequent travel to project sites. The ideal candidate will have a valid driver's license, a minimum of 3 years of relevant driving experience, and a clean driving record. Experience working in southern Armenia and with international organizations is preferred.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 10, 2026

• Development Finance Officer - BIOFIN II (Open to all applicants)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇬 Kampala, Uganda

  The Development Finance Officer - BIOFIN II role supports the implementation of a project to build transformative policy and financing frameworks for biodiversity management in Uganda. The incumbent works under the guidance of the Team Lead for Nature, Climate, Energy and Resilience and the BIOFIN National Coordinator. Key responsibilities include conducting research and data analysis on biodiversity finance, providing expert advisory support to policymakers, leading consultations on sustainable finance frameworks, facilitating capacity building, and ensuring strategic alignment with global best practices. The role requires integrating biodiversity into financial sector policies and advising on green finance mechanisms such as biodiversity bonds, carbon pricing, and blended finance approaches. The officer will engage with stakeholders including government agencies, multilateral institutions, development banks, and private investors.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 10, 2026

• National Project Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist (Open to internal and external applicants)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇹🇱 Dili, Timor-Leste

  The National Project Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist will support the Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship Skills (YEES) Project in Timor-Leste, which aims to foster youth-led micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and enhance youth employment and entrepreneurship. The role involves developing and implementing M&E frameworks, managing data collection and analysis, preparing progress reports, and supporting capacity building and knowledge sharing. The incumbent will work closely with project teams and stakeholders in Dili, ensuring project performance tracking against targets and indicators. The position requires strong technical skills in M&E, data analysis, and project reporting, with experience in development cooperation and government systems.

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• Finance Assistant [Open to internal and external applicants]

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  The Finance Assistant supports the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Saudi Arabia by implementing operational and financial management strategies. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with financial processes, functioning of cost-recovery systems, providing accounting and administrative support, managing CO cash systems, and supporting knowledge building. The role requires managing financial records, preparing vouchers, handling payments, maintaining accounting controls, and supporting financial reporting. The position is part of UNDP's work in Saudi Arabia supporting the Saudi Vision 2030 development goals through partnerships and technical assistance in key sectors.

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• National Economist (Open to all applicants)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇸🇴 Mogadiscio, Somalia

  The National Economist will provide high-quality policy advice, analytical support, and thought leadership to UNDP's Somalia Country Office, supporting economic recovery and institutional development. The role involves advising on macroeconomic policies, conducting research and analysis on economic and development issues, preparing reports and briefings for strategic documents like the CCA, UNSDCF, and CPD, and representing UNDP in working groups and forums. The Economist will collaborate with government counterparts, other UN agencies, donors, and civil society to enhance policy impact and support UNDP's expanding responsibilities in Somalia's development agenda. Key duties include providing economic policy options, facilitating knowledge building, supporting resource mobilization efforts, and promoting advocacy for UNDP's mandate. The position requires extensive experience in economic policy analysis and development projects, with strong analytical and communication skills.

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• Mailroom & Logistics Support Clerk (Part-time 50%)-External

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇩🇪 Bonn, Germany

  The Mailroom & Logistics Support Clerk provides operational support to the Common Services Unit (CSU) at the United Nations Campus in Bonn. Key responsibilities include mailroom operations such as receiving, registering, sorting, and distributing incoming mail and shipments, processing outgoing shipments, and maintaining records. The role also involves logistics support including handling goods, assisting with storage and movement, operating logistics equipment, and ensuring safe handling practices. Additional duties include supporting the UN Bonn merchandise shop with inventory management and sales-related logistics, as well as providing surge support for events and conferences. The position requires physical work including lifting, carrying, and moving parcels and equipment, and involves working with standard software applications like Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

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• Project Lead and Sustainable Finance Specialist (Open to All applicants)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇸🇱 Freetown, Sierra Leone

  The Project Lead and Sustainable Finance Specialist will lead the implementation of the Global Environment Facility (GEF)8 Biodiversity Finance Plan (BFP) project in Sierra Leone. This role involves overall project management, strategic planning, and coordination with government, donors, and stakeholders. Key responsibilities include developing work plans and budgets, managing technical teams, leading workshops and consultations, producing policy briefs and reports, and ensuring alignment with global BIOFIN standards. The position requires substantial technical expertise in biodiversity finance, sustainable development, and project management. The incumbent will work closely with UNDP's Global Policy Network and the National Steering Committee while supporting capacity building and knowledge management activities.

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• Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst (En Oficina) (Abierto a candidatos internos y externos)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇬🇹 Guatemala City, Guatemala

  The Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst (M&E) supports the implementation of the UNDP's corporate evaluation policy and ensures compliance with corporate M&E requirements for the Country Programme Document (CPD), joint programs, and projects. Key responsibilities include planning and implementing monitoring activities, supporting the evaluation process, and facilitating knowledge management in M&E. The role involves analyzing program coherence, monitoring performance indicators, preparing evaluation reports, and providing technical guidance on M&E practices. The position works under the supervision of the Strategic Management Analyst and collaborates with program officers and the Communications Unit. The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in M&E frameworks, and proficiency in both Spanish and English. It is based in the UNDP office in Guatemala.

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