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UN jobs in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan, Japan. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 2
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- Jun 06, 2026
Latest open roles
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Consultant (CTC4)
United Nations University · 🇯🇵 Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
The United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS) is seeking a Consultant (CTC4) to support its higher education networks in promoting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) activities. The role involves facilitating collaboration among member universities of UNU-IAS networks, organizing network activities, and supporting the development of network outputs. Key responsibilities include coordinating SDG University Platform (SDG-UP) activities, supporting the Higher Education Sustainability Initiative (HESI), and facilitating inter-network taskforces. The Consultant will also assist with outreach and communication activities, support the annual HESI Global Forum, and contribute to strategies for involving other UNU Institutes in HESI activities. The position requires extensive experience in managing complex programs and projects, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
709 Research/Training Closes Jun 09, 2026 -
Programme Assistant, Postgraduate Degree and Training Programme (PSA2) RE-ADVERTISE
United Nations University · 🇯🇵 Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
The Programme Assistant supports the implementation of the Postgraduate Degree and Training Programme (PDT) at UNU-IAS in Tokyo. Key responsibilities include administrative support for academic affairs such as applications, admissions, enrolment, scholarship arrangements, academic calendar development, and student services including registration, housing, and insurance. The role also involves coordinating with partner institutions, managing administrative processes like payments and procurement, and supporting academic events and projects. The position requires strong organizational skills, experience in higher education administration, and proficiency in both English and Japanese. The role is based in Tokyo with potential travel.
701 Research/Training Closes Jun 07, 2026
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