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• Graphic Designer, Web Developer and Webmaster

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Graphic Designer, Web Developer and Webmaster to design, develop, and maintain a bilingual (Spanish/English) interactive web platform for the Restoration Investment Plan for Productive Landscapes in the Dry Corridor and Arid Zones of the SICA Countries. The consultant will create the website's visual identity, graphic and audiovisual materials, develop a responsive and accessible website with a CMS, integrate interactive tools and data visualizations, ensure website functionality and security, manage hosting and domain continuity for 60 months, and provide technical documentation and handover materials. The role requires coordination with UNEP's Programme Management Officer for REDD+ in Latin America and the Caribbean and must align with UNEP branding, accessibility, communication, data protection, and gender equality standards.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 12, 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 18, 2026

• Digital Marketing Intern

  UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇩🇰 Copenhagen (HQ), Denmark

  This is a digital marketing internship opportunity with UNHCR's Supporter Engagement Section within the Department of External Relations. The intern will gain hands-on experience in digital fundraising and marketing, supporting tasks such as donor mailbox management, Salesforce CRM data maintenance, email marketing platform management (Selligent), digital analytics and reporting, paid media management (Google Ads, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn), and creative asset creation. The role involves assisting with donor experience, retention, and acquisition strategies, A/B testing, and supporting digital communications initiatives. The position is based at UN City in Copenhagen, Denmark, with potential for remote/hybrid work depending on circumstances.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 18, 2026

• ONU Mujeres: Asistencia técnica y estratégica en producción visual y audiovisual para ONU Mujeres Guatemala - Contrato individual

  UN Women · 🇬🇹 Guatemala

  ONU Mujeres Guatemala busca un consultor/a para brindar asistencia técnica y estratégica en producción visual y audiovisual. El rol implica la creación de contenidos institucionales de alto impacto, incluyendo documentales, cápsulas, entrevistas, piezas animadas, fotografía institucional y contenido para redes sociales. El consultor/a trabajará en las oficinas de ONU Mujeres en Guatemala, con posibles desplazamientos a otros departamentos. Se requiere experiencia en producción audiovisual, fotografía y desarrollo de contenidos institucionales, con al menos 4 años de experiencia, y experiencia en cooperación internacional o Sistema de las Naciones Unidas. El consultor/a debe tener conocimiento intermedio de inglés y un portafolio audiovisual y fotográfico. El trabajo se realiza de forma presencial con dedicación del 100%.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 13, 2026

• CFA - Marketing and Campaigns Specialist (UG)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Marketing and Campaigns Specialist will plan, execute, and deliver audience-focused fundraising campaigns to grow individual giving revenue for IOM. The role involves developing strategic campaign plans, managing multi-channel digital campaigns, and leveraging data insights for donor targeting and engagement. The specialist will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive messaging and branding, and will be responsible for campaign performance tracking and innovation. The position requires a strong background in fundraising, marketing, and campaign management, with experience in nonprofit or NGO settings. The ideal candidate will have experience in donor CRM systems, social media platforms, email marketing, and audience segmentation.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Economic Affairs Individual Contractor

  Economic Commission for Europe · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  An Economic Affairs Individual Contractor will support the UNECE Housing and Land Management Unit in organizing the Forum of Mayors 2026. Key responsibilities include drafting and sending invitation letters, compiling a list of mayors to be invited as speakers, liaising with stakeholders, updating the online platform for the forum, preparing minutes of bureau meetings, assisting with communications including press releases and social media content, and supporting logistical arrangements. The role requires advanced education in International Relations, Business Administration, or related fields, and a minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in Economic Affairs or related areas. Fluency in English is required.

  CON Regional Commission Closes Jun 09, 2026

• Communications Intern

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Communications Intern to support the Ozone Secretariat in Nairobi. The intern will work under the supervision of the Communications and Public Information Officer, gaining hands-on experience in global communication campaigns, meeting coverage, and outreach efforts related to the ozone treaties. Key responsibilities include supporting in-house meeting coverage for annual meetings, developing communication campaigns for World Ozone Day and the Kigali Amendment, and assisting with logistical and branding support for meetings including the Meeting of the Parties. The internship offers an opportunity to deepen understanding of environmental diplomacy and communication strategies within a global multilateral framework.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Graphic Designer for United Nations Country Team in Turkmenistan (UNCT)

  Resident Coordinator System · Ashkhabad

  The Graphic Design Consultant will provide high-quality graphic design support to the United Nations Country Team in Turkmenistan, working under the guidance of the RCO Head of Office. Key responsibilities include designing and laying out reports, publications, fact sheets, policy briefs, and digital communication materials, as well as creating infographics, charts, maps, and data visualization products. The role requires ensuring compliance with UN branding guidelines, maintaining consistency across products, and preparing print-ready and web-optimized files. The consultant must work closely with RCO staff and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines while demonstrating client orientation and cultural sensitivity in a multicultural environment.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• EUROBATS Public Information intern

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇩🇪 Bonn, Germany

  This is an unpaid internship opportunity within the EUROBATS Secretariat at the United Nations Environment Programme in Bonn, Germany. The internship supports communication and outreach activities, meeting preparation, document management, and campaign-related work, including the International Bat Night campaign. Duties include assisting with social media management, drafting content for websites and newsletters, supporting event coordination, preparing official documents, and maintaining databases. The position requires a commitment of six months from July 1 to December 31, 2026, with the possibility of remote work on an exceptional basis. The role is ideal for students in final academic years of bachelor's, master's, or doctoral programs, or recent graduates with a degree in communications, media studies, public relations, journalism, or related fields.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Behavioral Science Intern

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a Behavioral Science Intern to support the implementation of the Community of Practice (CoP) on Behavioural Science (BeSci) work plan. Under the supervision of the Programme Management Officer in the Evidence and Synthesis section (ESS), the intern will assist in drafting analyses of the impact and benefits of BeSci for UNEP's work, map existing projects and best practices, populate the TEAMS channel with relevant materials, organize CoP meetings, support events and webinars, and draft communication materials. The internship is based in Nairobi with a duration of 6 months. The role requires a strong academic background in Behavioral Science, Business Psychology, or a related field, and proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams. Fluency in English is required, with French being a working language.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Information Management Intern

  UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇷🇴 Bucharest, Romania

  The UNHCR Information Management Intern will support the Information Management Unit in Bucharest, Romania, with organizing a DataThon event that uses refugee-related data to produce actionable insights and evidence-based narratives. The intern will assist in planning, coordination, administrative management, partner identification, communication, and drafting promotional materials for the hybrid event involving up to 40 participants including students, researchers, and practitioners. The role requires in-person work in Bucharest and offers a full-time internship with a monthly allowance of approximately 3,273.21 RON. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate or current student with at least two years of undergraduate studies in a relevant field, fluent in Romanian and English at B2 level, and possessing strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Socia Media Intern

  Department of Global Communications · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  This is a 3-month hybrid internship in the Social Media Section of the Department of Global Communications at the United Nations. The intern will support social media activities across platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter (X), LinkedIn, and others. Key duties include researching and drafting content, monitoring social media analytics, gathering content from events, assisting in content creation, managing meeting agendas and notes, and supporting special projects. The role requires familiarity with social media platforms and digital tools like Canva, Trello, and Adobe Photoshop. The internship is unpaid and requires the intern to provide their own hardware and internet connection. Candidates must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate program (Master's or higher) or be in the final academic year of a bachelor's program. No professional work experience is required, but a related field of study is necessary.

  I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Intern

  Department of Economic and Social Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  This internship is with the Division for Inclusive Social Development (DISD) in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) at the UN Headquarters. The intern will support the Indigenous Peoples Development Branch - Secretariat of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (IPDB-SPFII). Key responsibilities include contributing to the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples event, preparing inputs for Expert Group Meetings, developing key messages for social media, and updating website content on Indigenous Peoples. The role requires a student in their final year of a first university degree (bachelor's or equivalent), Master's, or Ph.D. program, or someone who has completed such a program. A field of study closely related to social development, indigenous issues, or related areas is required.

  I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Intern - Public Information - UN Web Tv

  Department of Global Communications · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  The UN Web TV Language Intern will support the daily live and on-demand streaming coverage of United Nations meetings and events through the UN Web TV platform. The intern will be trained to use a cloud video platform to upload videos with relevant language metadata for publishing on the UN Web TV website. They may also assist with live and on-demand streaming on social media accounts including YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter, as well as other related tasks. The role requires strong language skills in English and French, with knowledge of additional UN official languages being advantageous. The internship is in-person, full-time, and expected to last 4-6 months.

  I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 22, 2026

• Communications Intern, UNFPA Bangladesh, Dhaka

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇧🇩 Dhaka, Bangladesh

  The UNFPA Bangladesh Communications Intern supports the Communication Unit in planning and executing events and digital campaigns for International Youth Day and International Day of the Girl Child. The role involves developing communication strategies, creating social media content, coordinating with youth networks and partners, organizing campaign events, and documenting activities. The intern will gain hands-on experience in advocacy and communication campaigns focused on gender equality, sexual and reproductive health, and youth empowerment. The position is based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with an 8-week duration in July-August 2026.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Communication Specialist, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, P-3

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

  The Communication Specialist will design and implement the Country Office communication strategy for UNFPA in Ethiopia, aligning with the Global Communication Strategy and Strategic Plan. Key responsibilities include planning and executing internal and external communication strategies, maintaining the office website and social media platforms, building partnerships and advocating for resource mobilization, organizing programme and media campaigns, and managing knowledge building and documentation. The role requires close collaboration with the Regional Communication Advisor and supports both humanitarian and development programmes. The position reports directly to the UNFPA Representative and plays a critical role in enhancing UNFPA's visibility among national partners, UN agencies, donors, and media.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 17, 2026

• UN Women: Artistic Photographer, Tirane Albania, Consultant Contract (Retainer)

  UN Women · 🇦🇱 Tirana, Albania

  UN Women seeks an Artistic Photographer to provide professional photography services in Ukraine, supporting communications priorities focused on gender equality and women's empowerment. The photographer will document programme activities, humanitarian settings, advocacy initiatives, and field missions with a focus on women and girls. Responsibilities include capturing high-quality, ethical, and compelling photographs that align with UN Women's values and standards, adhering to safeguarding principles, consent protocols, and branding guidelines. Deliverables include digital photography outputs and potentially pre-existing portfolio photographs, with captions and metadata. The role requires working independently with remote coordination, occasional travel to field locations, and maintaining strict adherence to UN Women's ethical standards. All photographs produced are the property of UN Women.

  Fund/Programme

• NATIONAL POST: Resource Mobilisation & Partnership Analyst, Kabul, Afghanistan, NO-B

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇦🇫 Kabul, Afghanistan

  The Resource Mobilisation & Partnership Analyst supports UNFPA's Country Office in Kabul with partnership engagement, resource mobilization, and donor reporting activities. Key responsibilities include coordinating with international and domestic partners, preparing analytical briefs and strategic inputs, supporting proposal development and donor reporting, maintaining partnership and funding data, and contributing to communication materials that highlight program impact. The role requires strong coordination, analytical, and communication skills to support effective external relations and resource mobilization in Afghanistan's complex development environment. The position reports to the Resource Mobilization Partnership Specialist.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Social Media Consultant

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks a Social Media Consultant to develop and manage social media strategies and campaigns for the Executive Director's digital presence. The role involves planning and publishing content across LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook, managing community engagement, creating multimedia content, and collaborating with internal teams to align social media efforts with organizational goals. The consultant will work remotely from home and report to the Special Assistant to the Executive Director. This is a 6-month remote position requiring expertise in social media management, content creation, and digital communication strategies.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 10, 2026

• Economic affairs Intern: Development Cooperation

  Department of Economic and Social Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  This internship is offered by the Department of Economic and Social Affairs, within the Financing for Sustainable Development Office, in the International Tax and Development Cooperation Branch. The position supports the Development Cooperation Forum and the UN capacity development initiative on infrastructure asset management. Interns will assist in communication, outreach, and knowledge management activities related to international development cooperation and sustainable infrastructure. Responsibilities include developing communication strategies, preparing materials for websites, newsletters, social media, and events, conducting research, and supporting event coordination. The internship is unpaid and full-time, lasting 3-6 months, with potential for remote or hybrid arrangements. It is designed for students in their final academic year of a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. program, or those who have completed such programs, with a focus on fields related to communications or journalism.

  I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 13, 2026

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