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• Civic Space Intern

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Civic Space Intern will support the Civic Space Unit within the Rule of Law, Accountability and Civic Space (RACS) Branch of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). The unit focuses on enhancing participation and protecting civic space, with five priority areas including supporting HRD protection initiatives, strategic field engagement, monitoring civic space trends, mainstreaming civic space in UN practices, and building public support for HRDs. Interns will assist in mapping protection practices, developing monitoring frameworks, supporting regional projects, and contributing to data analysis and reporting on civic space and HRD situations. The internship is based in Geneva, expected duration is up to 6 months in 2026.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 10, 2026

• Digital Tech & Human Rights Intern - Brussels

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Digital Tech & Human Rights Intern will support the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in the Digital Tech and Human Rights Section. The intern will assist in the protection and promotion of human rights in the digital age, supporting research, analysis, report writing, and event preparation. Responsibilities include conducting research on digital technology and human rights issues, drafting reports and background materials, and preparing for meetings and workshops. The role is based in Brussels, Belgium, with a maximum duration of 6 months in 2026. The internship is unpaid, and the intern is responsible for all travel, visa, and living expenses.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 18, 2026

• Intern - Human Rights, I

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva is offering an unpaid internship in the Media Outreach & Spokesperson's Office (MOSO) within the Executive Direction Management (EDM). The intern will support OHCHR's mission to protect human rights for all people, assist in empowering individuals to realize their rights, and help ensure implementation of human rights by those responsible. Responsibilities include media monitoring, compiling daily clippings, preparing materials for press conferences and briefings, assisting with events, researching content for media platforms, and supporting speech preparation. The internship is full-time, lasting 3-6 months, and requires enrollment in a final academic year of a first-level university degree program or graduate school program, preferably in law, communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, political science, social sciences, or related fields. No professional experience is required.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jul 03, 2026

• Supply Officer (Tjo), P3

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Supply Officer (TJO), P3 position is located at the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Geneva. The role involves managing supply chain, logistics, and property operations for the organization, including acquiring, tracking, and disposing of supplies, equipment, and materials. Responsibilities include developing and implementing procedures for global support services, preparing forecasts and reports, utilizing ERP systems like SAP or Umoja, conducting market research, and supporting procurement and property management activities. The officer also prepares reports, conducts technical surveys, and ensures proper accounting and internal controls. The position requires a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain services, logistics, or related areas, with experience in international organizations. A Master's degree in business administration, public administration, engineering, supply chain, or related field is required, or a first-level degree with two additional years of qualifying experience. Proficiency in MS Office, ERP tools, and data analytics is essential.

  P-3 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Human Rights Officer, P4

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  The Human Rights Officer, P4, supports the work of intergovernmental bodies at UN Headquarters in New York, including treaty-established bodies and special procedures. Responsibilities include preparing human rights components of reports for the General Assembly and Human Rights Council, producing briefing notes and political analyses for senior officials, engaging with Member States and NGOs on human rights integration, and supporting strategic outreach efforts. The role requires coordination with other UN sectors and provides training and supervision to junior staff. The position demands expertise in human rights issues, institutional mandates, and the ability to analyze complex political and legal environments. The officer must demonstrate professionalism, communication skills, teamwork, and planning abilities.

  P-4 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 05, 2026

• Intern - Security forces and Screening

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  This internship is with the Methodology, Learning, Policy and Practice Section (MLPP) in the Global Operations Division of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. The intern will support work on global human rights policies and security forces, including organizing and delivering training on security forces, creating a library of videos and photographs for training, supporting automation of screening processes, and assisting in the production of knowledge sharing materials. The role involves logistical arrangements, background research, preparation of training materials, management of training platforms, coordination with participants, and supporting post-training documentation. The internship is for 3 months with possible extension up to 6 months, and requires enrollment in a graduate school program or final academic year of a first-level university degree in relevant fields such as information management, human rights, international law, or public policy.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 05, 2026

• INTERN - Security Forces

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  This internship is with the Methodology, Learning, Policy and Practice Section (MLPP) in the Global Operations Division of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. The intern will support work on human rights integration with security forces, including organizing and delivering training, creating multimedia content for training sessions, producing knowledge-sharing materials, and assisting with document management and event organization. The role involves logistical coordination, research, content creation, and support for internal knowledge platforms. The internship is initially three months with potential for extension up to six months, and requires academic enrollment in a relevant field at the graduate or final undergraduate level.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 05, 2026

• Witness Protection Expert

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇱🇷 Liberia

  The Witness Protection Expert will support the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in strengthening national capacity for victim and witness protection in Liberia. The consultant will produce a comprehensive multi-year strategic plan (2026-2030) for the Witness Protection Agency (WPA) through a 31-day mission in Monrovia. Key responsibilities include conducting legal and regulatory framework reviews, performing threat and risk assessments, mapping inter-agency coordination mechanisms, assessing operational readiness and needs, evaluating facilities, developing training materials, and creating an operational training plan. The role requires extensive experience in witness protection, risk assessment, and strategic planning within law enforcement or justice institutions.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 12, 2026

• DRIVER, G2

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Driver, G2 position is located in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Kenya Country Office in Nairobi. The incumbent is responsible for safely driving vehicles to transport authorized personnel, collecting and delivering mail and documents, meeting official personnel at airports, and handling vehicle maintenance tasks such as checking oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, and performing minor repairs. The role also includes logging trips, gas consumption, and oil changes, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations in case of accidents, and assisting with data collection, analysis, and report preparation. The position requires professionalism, communication skills, and client orientation, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and adherence to organizational standards.

  G-2 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 05, 2026

• Programme Management Officer, P3

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇩 Kinshasa, DR Congo

  The Programme Management Officer supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of human rights programmes and projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Key responsibilities include monitoring and analyzing programme development, conducting research and data analysis, preparing written outputs, facilitating workshops and training sessions, coordinating budget and funding activities, and participating in field missions. The role requires strong analytical and research skills, experience in human rights-based planning, and proficiency in data visualization. The position is based in Kinshasa, DRC, and reports to the Deputy Director.

  P-3 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 20, 2026

• HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER (Special Assistant) (2 positions), P4

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Human Rights Officer (Special Assistant) supports the Director of the Thematic and Special Procedures Division at the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. Key responsibilities include providing strategic support on human rights issues, monitoring and evaluating implementation of international human rights instruments, supporting treaty bodies and special procedures, preparing reports for UN bodies, integrating human rights into programs, analyzing data for evidence-based planning, and training junior staff. The role requires deep expertise in human rights, political affairs, or related fields with significant experience in UN processes and field operations.

  P-4 Other UN Entity Closes Jul 02, 2026

• Consultoría Nacional en Política de Drogas - sector salud

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇴 Bogota, Colombia

  This consultancy role involves analyzing the situation of psychoactive substance use among the Nukak and Jiw indigenous populations and assessing the health network's response capacity in the Guaviare department. The consultant will strengthen the technical and sociocultural adaptation processes within the General System of Social Security in Health (SGSSS) to address substance use, including early risk identification and determining the required level of care. Additionally, the role focuses on enhancing institutional capacities of the SGSSS to fulfill health rights obligations related to psychoactive substance use cases among these indigenous groups. The position is based in Colombia and runs from June 1 to August 31, 2026.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 05, 2026

• Intern - Human Rights

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand

  The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) seeks an intern to support its mission of protecting human rights globally. The intern will work in Bangkok, Thailand, for six months (August 2026 - February 2027) under the supervision of the Deputy Chief or Chief of the Myanmar Team. Responsibilities include monitoring and analyzing human rights developments in Myanmar, researching and drafting internal/external reports and news updates, supporting engagement with UN human rights mechanisms, assisting with workshops and seminars, and participating in meetings. The role requires a strong academic background in human rights or related fields, with fluency in English and knowledge of French being essential. The internship is unpaid and the candidate must cover all personal expenses.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 10, 2026

• HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER (Programme Management Coordinator), P4

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Human Rights Officer (Programme Management Coordinator) supports the Director of the Thematic and Special Procedures Division at OHCHR in managing strategic human rights programs. Key responsibilities include coordinating planning, implementation, and reporting on strategic management plans and work-plans, reviewing and evaluating international human rights projects, advising on strategic implementation of mandates, integrating human rights into programs, monitoring and analyzing data for decision-making, and leading teams in administrative and operational functions. The role requires strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills with a focus on human rights, policy development, and program management.

  P-4 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 21, 2026

• Intern, Special Procedures

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  This internship offers a full-time opportunity for up to six months with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, Switzerland. Interns will support the Special Procedures Division, which includes thematic research and policy development on human rights issues. Responsibilities include assisting with thematic reports, country visits, case analysis, drafting legal analyses, preparing briefing notes and statements, attending Human Rights Council sessions, organizing meetings, and translating documents. The role supports mandate holders appointed by the Human Rights Council, including Special Rapporteurs and Working Groups. Interns work under the guidance of a Human Rights Officer and contribute to OHCHR's mission of protecting human rights globally. The internship is unpaid, with the intern responsible for travel, visa, and living expenses.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Dec 31, 2026

• Human Rights Intern

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in New York is offering a three-month internship (renewable up to six months) focused on supporting human rights integration within intergovernmental bodies at the United Nations. Interns will conduct research on international human rights trends, support meetings and events, gather data and best practices, assist in drafting documents and reports, and take notes at relevant meetings. The role requires strong research, analytical, and communication skills, with fluency in English and French. No prior experience is required, but candidates must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate or final academic year of a bachelor's degree program in human rights, law, international affairs, public administration, or communication. The internship is based in New York and offers an opportunity to work closely with human rights officers on priority countries, regions, and thematic areas.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Interns - Innovation & Analytics Hub

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva is seeking motivated interns for its Innovation and Analytics Hub (the Hub). The Hub is the UN's first dedicated center for innovation and analytics in human rights, supporting the Secretary-General's 'Quintet of Change' and advancing data, digital, innovation, foresight, and behavioral science. Interns will work on projects across four workstreams: Strategic Coordination and Planning, Digital Transformation and AI, Data and Analytics, and Human Rights Risk Analysis and Early Warning. Interns report to full-time staff and contribute to impactful initiatives while gaining insights into UN operations. The internship is full-time and in-person for most streams, with the Risk Analysis stream requiring strict in-person attendance. Remote and part-time arrangements may be considered based on circumstances. Interns must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate or undergraduate program, and fluency in English is required.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 30, 2026

• Intern - Human Rights

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand

  This internship offers an opportunity to support the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Bangkok, Thailand, focusing on human rights issues in Southeast Asia. The intern will assist with monitoring and analyzing human rights developments, researching and drafting reports and news updates, supporting engagement with UN human rights mechanisms, and helping organize workshops and seminars. Responsibilities may include preparing daily news updates, maintaining website information, and taking meeting notes. The position requires a student in their final year of a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral program, or someone who has completed such a program. The internship is full-time for 6 months and must be completed in person.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Oct 16, 2026

• Human Rights Intern: Middle East and North Africa

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  This is a 3-month UN internship (with possible 3-month extension) in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, focusing on human rights issues in the Middle East and North Africa region. Interns will assist in collecting and analyzing information on human rights situations, drafting reports and documents, preparing country profiles and briefing materials, supporting meetings and events, and responding to information requests. The role requires strong research and writing skills, cultural sensitivity, and commitment to human rights principles. Remote or in-person work is permitted.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Sep 01, 2026

• Human Rights Intern

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  This internship offers an opportunity to work with the Human Rights Treaties Branch (HRTB) of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. Interns will support the activities of human rights treaty bodies, which monitor implementation of core international human rights treaties. Responsibilities include preparing country and legal analyses, drafting background papers, conducting research on treaty body jurisprudence, assisting with individual and inter-state communications, taking meeting notes, supporting country visits, and contributing to capacity-building activities. The internship is designed to be in-person or remote, with a minimum duration of 3 months and maximum of 6 months. It is part of a pool for vacancies between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jul 01, 2026

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