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• 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.

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• Asociado Técnico para la Movilización del Sector Financiero en la Implementación de la NDC (Presencial para Ciudad de México) [Abierto a candidatos internos y externos]

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  The Technical Associate for Financial Sector Mobilization in NDC Implementation will support Mexico's Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP) in coordinating and advancing climate finance initiatives aligned with Mexico's updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0). The role involves technical and operational assistance in organizing activities related to resource mobilization platforms, identifying investment opportunities consistent with NDC priorities, and synthesizing technical and policy information. The associate will coordinate with government agencies, private sector actors, and international partners, prepare technical inputs such as presentations and reports, and support risk reduction efforts in regulatory and financial frameworks to facilitate private sector investment. The position contributes to translating climate commitments into actionable, financeable projects, supporting Mexico's broader economic and infrastructure development goals. The ideal candidate has experience in climate policy frameworks, climate finance, public investment, and stakeholder coordination, with strong skills in technical documentation and communication in both Spanish and English. This role is based in Mexico City and reports to the National Programme Officer for Environment, Energy, and Resilience.

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• Asistente en Protocolos

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  The Assistant in Protocols supports the Executive Directorate of the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID) in managing corporate events and administrative logistics. Responsibilities include coordinating event planning, managing agendas, handling logistics for seminars, conferences, and workshops, communicating with administrative units to analyze event needs, recommending products and services, and implementing cost controls. The role requires strong organizational skills, experience in event logistics and administrative support, and proficiency in budget management and inventory handling. The position is based in Mexico and requires Mexican citizenship or valid immigration status.

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• Asociado (a) Técnico (a) de Sembrando Vida (6 posiciones)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  The Asociado Técnico role supports the implementation of the Mexican Government's social development and South-South Cooperation projects, including 'Sembrando Vida' and 'Jóvenes Construyendo el Futuro,' across El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, Belice, and Cuba. The position involves planning, monitoring, and coordinating project activities with government institutions and international agencies, maintaining and analyzing statistical data, designing beneficiary surveys, and supporting knowledge sharing and capacity building. The role requires close collaboration with counterpart institutions to ensure effective project execution and beneficiary support. The candidate will also contribute to internal training, dissemination of lessons learned, and continuous improvement by staying informed of best practices at national and international levels. Other related duties aligned with the project objectives may be assigned.

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• Asistente de Análisis Económico (2 posiciones)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  The United Nations Development Programme seeks two Economic Analysis Assistants to support Mexico's Secretariat of Foreign Affairs in strengthening institutional capacities for promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and advancing Mexico's economic interests internationally. The role involves conducting economic analysis related to North American economic relations, particularly with the United States and Canada, to produce informative documents that assist diplomatic officials in meetings and negotiations. Responsibilities include applying economic analysis methodologies, supporting economic negotiations, defining positions in economic committees, and monitoring relevant economic indicators and policies. The position requires collaboration with the Subsecretariat for North America and coordination with the project aimed at enhancing economic capacity and SDG implementation. Candidates must demonstrate skills in project planning and management, report writing, executive presentations, team and crisis management, and have experience in international economics, data visualization, and statistical analysis. The role demands adaptability, innovation, continuous learning, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. This is a national contract requiring Mexican citizenship or appropriate migration status.

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• Asistente Jurídico y Vinculación Institucional

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  The Asistente Jurídico y Vinculación Institucional supports the Dirección Ejecutiva de la AMEXCID by providing legal assistance related to international development cooperation. The role involves monitoring compliance with the Ley de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo and related legal norms, responding to requests from AMEXCID and federal public agencies, reviewing legal documentation, and drafting legal instruments to support cooperation projects. The position contributes to strengthening institutional capacities, policy development, and strategic partnerships aligned with Mexico's development priorities under the 2030 Agenda. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of working in a multidisciplinary team to address public problems through successful cooperation projects, especially benefiting vulnerable populations. Strong communication skills and proficiency in English are required, along with experience in legal acts, contract drafting, and follow-up with civil associations. Basic Office software skills are also necessary. The role values knowledge of public regulatory frameworks and experience with government administrative-legal support.

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• Asociado (a) de Promoción Comercial

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  The role of Asociado(a) de Promoción Comercial supports the strengthening of Mexico's economic diplomacy by advising on the design, implementation, and monitoring of commercial promotion strategies aligned with government priorities. The position coordinates with Mexican representations abroad, federal and local government entities, and business organizations to identify and promote trade and investment opportunities. Responsibilities include facilitating Mexico's participation in international trade fairs, seminars, and business missions, as well as supporting high-level meetings and strategic events related to international commercial promotion. The candidate will contribute to advancing projects linked to foreign trade, value chains, and business linkages, enhancing institutional alliances and supporting Mexico's strategic economic priorities internationally. The role requires strong project management, communication, and coordination skills, with a focus on delivering quality results and adapting to change. The position reports to the Subsecretaría para América del Norte and the project coordination team, with performance evaluated at contract end. The vacancy is a national contract requiring Mexican citizenship or appropriate migration status.

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• Auxiliar de Proyecto en Contingencia Ambiental y Seguimiento de Subsidios - Juchitlán, Oaxaca

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  The role supports the Sinergia+ project aimed at strengthening CONANP to improve institutional efficiency, governance, ecological connectivity, and strategic projects. The Auxiliar de Proyecto will assist in managing environmental contingency brigades, including logistics, training, operational support, and administrative processes related to contingency programs. They will also support monitoring and execution of subsidy programs PROREST and PROCODES, forest management studies, carbon credit projects, and community biological monitoring and surveillance. The position requires coordination with regional conservation authorities and contributes to achieving institutional efficiency goals. The candidate must be able to work in Juchitán, Oaxaca, and demonstrate competencies such as result orientation, innovation, continuous learning, adaptability, determination, partnership, and inclusion at a basic level.

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• Asistente SOC (Centro de Operaciones de Seguridad) 4 posiciones - CDMX

  United Nations Capital Development Fund · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  This role supports the daily operations of the United Nations Security Operations Centre (SOC) in Mexico City, providing continuous 24/7 coverage through rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays. The Assistant SOC will manage security communications, monitor incidents and threat landscapes, and provide immediate response support to UN personnel during emergencies. Key responsibilities include relaying critical instructions via official communication channels, tracking personnel movements, maintaining incident databases, preparing security reports, and assisting with administrative and logistical tasks such as inventory management and staff credentialing. The ideal candidate demonstrates calmness under pressure, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple communications simultaneously. They must possess relevant experience in security operations, emergency response, or call center environments, along with proficiency in MS Office and digital communication tools. The position requires Mexican citizenship or valid migration status, fluency in Spanish, intermediate English, and a high school diploma (a bachelor’s degree in a related field is advantageous but not mandatory). Reporting directly to the UN Security Adviser in Mexico with additional operational supervision from Field Security Associates, the role demands reliability, discretion, and a proactive approach to safeguarding UN personnel. Selected candidates will integrate into a dedicated response team, gaining practical expertise in international security protocols while navigating diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.

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• Especialista en Administración y Vinculación para la Cooperación Internacional

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  This role supports the AMEXCID-PNUD Cooperation Program (PROCAP) in consolidating Mexico’s international cooperation for development, aligning with SDG 17 and the 2030 Agenda. The Specialist will coordinate and monitor administrative, budgetary, and operational processes linked to cooperation initiatives. Key responsibilities include drafting and consolidating reports, databases, and tracking documents to support executive decision-making; organizing, classifying, and safeguarding physical and digital records while ensuring data protection, transparency, and regulatory compliance; facilitating inter-institutional coordination with government bodies, diplomatic missions, and development partners; and driving administrative process improvements, digitalization, and internal controls. The position requires a candidate with strong administrative and operational management skills, experience in public or international institutions, and the ability to systematize information and manage documentation under confidentiality standards. The role emphasizes institutional strengthening, strategic alliance building, and operational support for Mexico’s dual role as a donor and recipient of international cooperation.

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• Analista de Mecanismos de Cooperación Económica

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  This role supports Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in strengthening economic capabilities and positioning the country internationally through multilateralism and economic diplomacy. The analyst will advise on bilateral, regional, and multilateral economic cooperation mechanisms to enhance competitiveness, attract investment, promote trade, and reduce inequalities. Key responsibilities include coordinating high-level dialogues and institutional meetings, supervising foreign representations’ commercial and investment promotion activities, facilitating international cooperation for human capital and scientific exchange, and aligning efforts with federal, state, and private sector stakeholders. The position requires strong project planning and management capabilities, effective oral and written communication, and proficiency in team, time, and crisis management. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in economics, political science, international relations, public policy, or a related field, with four years of relevant experience (or two years with a master’s degree). Experience in international negotiations, economic cooperation, event management, and health crises is essential. The role emphasizes adaptability, innovative problem-solving, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Applicants must be Mexican citizens or hold valid migration status. A master’s degree and experience in inter-institutional coordination, international economics, foreign trade, diplomacy, or public administration are highly desirable.

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• Practicante de Atracción de Inversión

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico

  This internship supports the Dirección General de Impulso Económico Global (DGIEG) within Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with UNDP. The role focuses on economic promotion, multilateral economic policy, and attracting foreign direct investment. Key responsibilities include preparing investment project briefs and informational cards, facilitating connections between local companies and institutions, coordinating with Mexican embassies and consulates, tracking investment project progress, and organizing meetings and missions for investment attraction. The intern will conduct sectoral and productive ecosystem analyses, map strategic sectors, and identify potential foreign investors in Mexico. The ideal candidate is a final-year student or recent graduate in international relations, economics, business, commerce, administration, or political science. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools, advanced English, and the ability to engage professionally with public and private stakeholders are essential. The position requires residency in Mexico, valid health insurance, and compliance with local regulations. No prior professional experience is mandatory, though relevant internships or volunteer work in investment evaluation is advantageous. The role contributes to strengthening institutional alliances, analyzing public policies, and monitoring international economic commitments, while supporting the defense of Mexican economic interests abroad.

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