United Nations Jobs: Over 40 Positions in Nairobi for Job Seekers and Interns

The United Nations has launched an extensive recruitment campaign, advertising more than 40 diverse positions for both professional roles and internships at its Nairobi secretariat.

The United Nations emphasizes its commitment to equal opportunity employment, explicitly stating that:

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The UN has established a streamlined, three-step application process:

1. Job Selection

First, candidates must review available positions on the UN careers page. Check them here.

Detailed job descriptions and requirements are provided for each role

2. Application Submission

Click the “Apply Now” button for desired positions

Candidates are redirected to the Inspira portal, the UN’s official job application platform

3. Account Creation and Application

Create an Inspira account or log in to an existing one

Complete comprehensive application forms

Submit required documentation

1. Senior Leadership and Management

  • Chief of Staff (Deadline: December 6, 2024)
  • Senior Human Rights Officer (Deadline: December 12, 2024)
  • Senior Programme Management Officer (Deadline: November 28, 2024)

2. Environmental and Climate Expertise

  • Environment and Social Safeguards Management Specialist (Deadline: November 29, 2024)
  • Climate Change Adaptation Specialist (Deadline: November 22, 2024)
  • Environmental Law Specialist (Deadline: November 22, 2024)
  • Multiple Climate Change Specialist positions (Various deadlines in November 2024)

3. Programme Management

  • Multiple Programme Management Officer positions (Deadlines ranging from November 19 to December 12, 2024)
  • GEF Project Specialist (Deadline: November 22, 2024)
  • Project Administrative Assistant positions (Deadline: November 21, 2024)

4. Specialized Roles

  • Human Rights Officer (Deadline: December 12, 2024)
  • Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Access/Civil-Military Coordination (Deadline: December 12, 2024)
  • Procurement Officer (Deadline: December 19, 2024)
  • Finance and Budget Officers (Multiple positions with various November deadlines)

5. Technical and Support Positions

  • Information Systems Assistant (Temporary Position) (Deadline: November 20, 2024)
  • Technical Writer (Deadline: November 21, 2024)
  • Graphics Design Intern (Deadline: November 27, 2024)
  • Team Assistant (Deadline: December 6, 2024)

6. Consulting Opportunities

  • Consultant on Nature Driving Economic Transformation (Deadline: November 25, 2024)
  • Urban Planning & Economy Consultant (Deadline: November 20, 2024)
  • Transboundary Environmental Data-Sharing Consultant (Deadline: November 28, 2024)

Candidates are advised to note the varying submission deadlines, which span from November 17 to December 19, 2024. Early application is encouraged as positions may be filled before the stated deadlines.