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• Research & Partnerships Intern

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

  The Research & Partnerships Intern will support the Human Development Report Office (HDRO) in preparing the 2026 Human Development Report, which examines how changes in planetary systems affect human development and explores new metrics for measuring progress. The intern will conduct quantitative and qualitative research, analyze data, write research notes, review statistical materials, and assist with communications and partnership engagements. They will work closely with a senior HDRO staff member and contribute to various research and outreach activities including events and seminars. The role requires strong research and writing skills, familiarity with human development concepts, and experience with statistical software or programming tools.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Statistics Intern

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

  The Statistics Intern will support the Human Development Report Office (HDRO) in preparing the Statistical Annex for the Human Development Report and related products. Key responsibilities include assisting with human development index calculations, conducting quantitative statistical analysis, editing and fact-checking statistical tables, supporting HDR launch materials, and providing logistical support for events. The role requires working closely with the Statistics team under supervision of senior staff. The internship offers professional development opportunities for young scholars interested in human development and international development issues, enhancing analytical and statistical skills while broadening conceptual perspectives.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Expedited SVN - Migration Health Officer (P)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

  The Migration Health Officer manages the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Pretoria, South Africa, under the supervision of the Chief of Mission and Chief Migration Health Officer. Responsibilities include overseeing health assessments for refugees and migrants, managing medical examinations, vaccinations, TB management, and laboratory testing, ensuring compliance with resettlement country requirements. The role involves supervising staff, maintaining quality standards, coordinating with external partners, managing data and reporting, and ensuring adherence to IOM's data protection principles and SOPs. The position requires strong leadership, clinical expertise, and experience in migration health assessments.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 08, 2026

• UN Women: Gender Advisor for Bangsamoro Women Commission and BARMM Partner Agencies, Home-based, Cotabato City, National Consultant

  UN Women · 🇵🇭 Cotabato City, Philippines

  UN Women seeks a National Consultant-Gender Advisor to provide technical guidance to the Bangsamoro Women Commission (BWC) and other BARMM agencies in implementing gender and development initiatives. The consultant will support the BWC's performance indicators, assist in drafting the BARMM Gender Equality and Women Empowerment (BGEWE) Plan, conduct monitoring and evaluation capacity building, draft sectoral intervention reports, and develop a Gender and Development (GAD) Roadmap for the Bangsamoro Human Rights Commission (BHRC). The role involves close coordination with UN Women, BWC, and other BARMM ministries, with deliverables including activity reports, performance indicators, and policy documents. The consultant will work from home but may travel for missions. The position requires expertise in gender equality, women peace and security, and the Bangsamoro context.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 12, 2026

• Senior Project Associate

  International Organization for Migration · 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

  The Senior Project Associate supports the Emergencies & Disaster Management (EDM) programme in Papua New Guinea, focusing on the ongoing Tropical Cyclone Maila response. Responsibilities include providing day-to-day programmatic support to EDM staff in Port Moresby and field offices, preparing situation updates, coordinating documents, assisting with meetings and travel, supporting logistics for field missions, and helping deliver emergency relief supplies. The role requires strong organizational, administrative, and coordination skills with experience in emergency operations and humanitarian assistance. The position reports to the National Emergency Support Officer and works under the guidance of the Chief of Mission.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 14, 2026

• National Emergency Support Officer

  International Organization for Migration · 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

  The National Emergency Support Officer provides day-to-day programmatic support to the Emergencies & Disaster Management (EDM) programme in response to Tropical Cyclone Maila in Papua New Guinea. The role supports field office operations, coordinates with government counterparts and stakeholders, and ensures timely implementation of emergency response activities including assessments, distributions, and monitoring. Key responsibilities include logistical coordination, information collection, meeting organization, data management, and field travel. The position requires strong administrative and operational support capabilities within a challenging humanitarian environment.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 14, 2026

• Consultant-MECR

  International Organization for Migration · 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka

  The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Consultant to conduct a comprehensive Data Gap Analysis on climate-related human mobility in Sri Lanka, focusing on disaster-related displacement. The consultant will assess existing data systems, governance mechanisms, and coordination frameworks related to climate change, disasters, and human mobility. Responsibilities include mapping institutional mandates, reviewing data collection methodologies, analyzing data flows from community to national levels, examining how data is used across the mobility lifecycle, conducting field consultations, and assessing Early Warning Systems. The consultant will provide practical recommendations for strengthening data systems, including standardized indicators, methodological harmonization, institutional coordination improvements, data-sharing protocols, and minimum operational data requirements. This assignment supports the revision of Sri Lanka's National Disaster Management Plan and National Emergency Operations Plan and contributes to a broader South Asian project on climate mobility governance.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 11, 2026

• OIM & Performance Reports Officer NOB

  World Food Programme · 🇲🇬 Antananarivo, Madagascar

  The OIM & Performance Reports Officer supports Operational Information Management and Performance Reporting activities in WFP's Madagascar country office. Key responsibilities include ensuring standard OIM & PR procedures are followed, providing technical advice on integrating OIM & PR policies, collating and analyzing information from various sources, supporting the preparation of Annual Country Reports, and enhancing staff capacity through training. The role requires close collaboration with internal teams and UN agencies to ensure consistent humanitarian information flow and quality reporting. The officer also supports emergency operations by providing secretarial support to Operational Task Forces and contributes to improving corporate performance reporting processes.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 19, 2026

• Senior PSEA Associate

  International Organization for Migration · 🇰🇭 Phnom Penh, Cambodia

  The Senior PSEA Associate supports IOM's efforts to prevent and respond to sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) in Cambodia. This role involves coordinating PSEA activities, developing and implementing PSEA work plans aligned with IOM strategy and UNCT frameworks, facilitating training and awareness-raising initiatives, conducting risk assessments, and supporting victim assistance mechanisms. The incumbent works closely with the Chief of Mission, interagency partners, and IOM units to embed PSEA practices into programming and operations. Key responsibilities include developing standard operating procedures, establishing community-based complaint mechanisms, coordinating with regional and headquarters teams, and ensuring compliance with IOM's zero-tolerance policy. The position requires strong coordination skills, experience in PSEA and protection domains, and the ability to work across diverse stakeholders in humanitarian settings.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Asistencia técnica para levantamiento, análisis y uso estratégico de información sobre programas e intervenciones públicas

  International Organization for Migration · 🇩🇴 Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

  The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a technical assistant to support the collection, analysis, and strategic use of information on public programs and interventions related to migration, human trafficking, and irregular migration in the Dominican Republic. The role involves working with the Government's Public Programs and Interventions Bank (BPIP) and the National Policy Laboratory (LabPP) to strengthen institutional data systems. Key responsibilities include supporting data collection and validation, facilitating institutional coordination, conducting training sessions, and producing analytical products to support the 'La Ruta de la Vida' communication strategy. The consultant will also support STEAM innovation initiatives by translating data into actionable insights for student competitions and technology solutions.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 14, 2026

• Consultant: Researcher, Multilateralism and Global Governance

  United Nations University · 🇺🇸 New York City, United States

  The United Nations University (UNU) seeks a Consultant Researcher for the Global Governance Innovation Platform (GGI) project at its New York office. The role involves conducting research and analysis on governance innovations across sectors, regions, and levels of governance, organizing strategic convenings, and leading policy briefings and media engagements. Responsibilities include developing case studies, authoring research reports and policy briefs, engaging with Member States and stakeholders, supporting team management, and contributing to project administration. The position requires extensive knowledge of the UN system, policy research experience, strong analytical and writing skills, and experience in convening high-level events. The role is a 16-month in-person position with a hybrid schedule.

  717 Research/Training

• Academic Partnerships Coordinator (CTC)

  United Nations University · 🇨🇦 Richmond Hill (Greater Toronto Area), Ontario, Canada

  The Academic Partnerships Coordinator (CTC) at UNU-INWEH is responsible for managing academic partnerships, capacity building programs, and educational initiatives. Key duties include coordinating joint programs with universities and research institutions, building strategic partnerships, developing educational content, managing stakeholder engagement, and supporting fundraising efforts. The role requires extensive experience in academic partnerships, resource mobilization, and policy-oriented research. The incumbent will work in a multicultural environment and represent the institute at academic events. This is a contingent consultant position with a maximum duration of 24 months in 36 months.

  720 Research/Training Closes Jun 19, 2026

• Policy and Liaison Consultant

  International Organization for Migration · 🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama

  The Policy and Liaison Consultant supports the Regional Policy and Liaison Unit in providing technical guidance on policy and strategic engagement with internal and external partners. Key responsibilities include supporting policy development, coordinating with Country Offices, preparing training materials and monitoring tools, facilitating meetings and consultations with stakeholders, drafting project proposals, compiling research and best practices, and contributing to internal reports and communications. The role requires strong analytical and writing skills, experience in migration policy and project management, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment. The consultant will work under the supervision of the Regional Policy and Liaison Officer and contribute to regional and headquarters initiatives related to migration policy, the UN Network for Migration, and the Global Compact for Migration.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 11, 2026

• SVN2026/004 Operations Associate, Movements -7 months

  International Organization for Migration · 🇸🇻 San Salvador, El Salvador

  The Operations Associate, Movements role involves coordinating and managing travel arrangements for migrants and refugees under IOM's auspices. Key responsibilities include booking travel, maintaining compliance with IOM tariffs and SOPs, preparing travel documentation, conducting pre-departure counseling, and ensuring beneficiary vulnerabilities are addressed. The position requires close coordination with supervisors and stakeholders, and involves maintaining confidentiality and integrity of sensitive paperwork. The role also includes processing exit permissions, verifying identities, and providing regular feedback on work progress. The position reports to the Senior Movement Operations Associate and works under the supervision of the National Movement Operations Manager.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 20, 2026

• Assistant Terrain en Gestion Information et Suivi-Evaluation G4 (3 Positions For Internal Applicants Only)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇬🇳 Nzerekore, Guinea

  The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Guinea is seeking three Assistant Terrain en Gestion Information et Suivi-Evaluation (G4) for internal applicants only. The role supports the MPRR-SSA program, focusing on data management and monitoring & evaluation activities. Responsibilities include assisting in data collection using standardized questionnaires, cleaning and preparing data for analysis, providing administrative support, maintaining liaison between Conakry and regional offices, and reporting on data-related activities. The position requires a bachelor's degree in information science, data science, computer science, or related field with two years of professional experience, or secondary education with four years of relevant experience. Candidates must be fluent in French and have experience with data tools like Power BI, Tableau, Excel, and Kobo.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Assistant de Terrain Réintégration G4 (13 Positions For Internal Applicants Only)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇬🇳 Conakry, Guinea

  The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking 13 Assistant de Terrain Réintégration (Field Assistants for Reintegration) to support the Protection, Return and Reintegration of Migrants (MPRR) program in Guinea. These roles are for internal applicants only and involve supporting field coordination of reintegration and community mobilization activities. Assistants will work in regions including Conakry, Boké, Mamou, Kankan, Kindia, and N'Zérékoré, supporting beneficiaries and external partners. Key responsibilities include data collection and reporting, facilitating community meetings, supporting capacity-building activities, coordinating with local authorities and civil society, and assisting in the implementation of reintegration projects. The position requires a university degree in development studies, social sciences, statistics, or equivalent, with at least two years of relevant professional experience. Fluency in French is required, with English and local Guinean languages being advantageous.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 13, 2026

• International Consultant to support the implementation of the Time Use Survey in Turkmenistan

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇹🇲 Ashkhabad, Turkmenistan

  The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) seeks an International Consultant to support the implementation of a National Time Use Survey (TUS) in Turkmenistan. The consultant will provide technical expertise and methodological guidance to develop a nationally adapted, internationally comparable TUS framework aligned with global standards. Key responsibilities include methodology adaptation, sampling design, training and capacity building, pilot survey support, and fieldwork advisory services. The role involves developing survey instruments, operational procedures, training materials, and tabulation plans while ensuring gender-disaggregated data collection. The consultant will work remotely with potential on-site visits to Ashgabat. The position requires advanced university degree and 7+ years of professional experience in large-scale household surveys, statistical analysis, and TUS implementation. Fluency in English is required, with Russian knowledge being highly desirable.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 14, 2026

• Intern, Economic Affairs

  Economic Commission for Africa · 🇷🇼 Kigali, Rwanda

  An intern position is available at the Sub-regional Office for Eastern Africa (SRO-EA) of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Kigali, Rwanda. The intern will report to the Director of the SRO-EA and work under his supervision with other professional staff. Key responsibilities include producing analytical content for reports, researching and analyzing sustainable economic development topics in Eastern Africa, drafting and editing publications, liaising with stakeholders, supporting meetings and events, assisting with outreach activities, and performing day-to-day operational tasks such as information requests and presentation support. The role requires a graduate-level student or equivalent with demonstrated ability to interact with diverse cultural backgrounds. Fluency in English is required, and French knowledge is desirable.

  I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Policy and Data Internship

  Resident Coordinator System · Port Louis

  The UN Resident Coordinator System is seeking a Policy and Data Intern to support its development mandate in Mauritius and Seychelles. The intern will assist in policy research, data collection and analysis, policy brief writing, and communications support. Key responsibilities include gathering and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, conducting policy research, drafting policy briefs, organizing policy-related events, and supporting social media and communications activities. The role offers valuable exposure to UN operations at the country level, particularly in relation to the implementation of the UNSDCF 2024-2028 framework. The internship is based in Port Louis, Mauritius, with a duration of 6 months.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Procurement Officer, Fs6

  United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara · Laayoune

  The Procurement Officer is responsible for managing complex procurement and contractual aspects of projects within the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO). Key duties include planning and executing procurements for diverse services and commodities, advising on procurement issues, reviewing procurement requests, preparing and managing tender processes, making contract award recommendations, conducting market research, overseeing contractual agreements, and preparing procurement-related documentation. The role requires advanced knowledge of procurement standards, contract law, and data analytics, with proficiency in SAP SRM. The position reports to the Chief Procurement Officer and involves working in a field-mission environment with significant responsibility for procurement operations and personnel management.

  FS-6 Secretariat Closes Jun 11, 2026

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