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• Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (National Consultant)

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will support UN-Habitat's Peacebuilding Fund project in the Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on land conflicts and social cohesion in Kwamouth and Maluku. The role involves conducting a comprehensive baseline study to assess socio-land and economic tensions, evaluate project coherence, and inform results-based management. Key responsibilities include designing and implementing baseline methodology, conducting conflict analysis and stakeholder mapping, assessing social cohesion and security perceptions, collecting and analyzing data, producing analytical reports, and facilitating stakeholder engagement. The consultant will contribute to updating the project's logical framework and provide strategic recommendations for program implementation.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 12, 2026

• Adaptation Monitoring and Review, Knowledge Management and Technical Advisor

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a consultant to support the implementation of Component 3 of the 'Building the Capacity of Rwanda's government to advance the National Adaptation Planning Process' project. The consultant will establish and operationalize a monitoring framework for long-term adaptation outcomes and the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process in Rwanda, aligning with the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) targets. Key responsibilities include developing adaptation indicators and monitoring frameworks, supporting knowledge management activities, collecting and analyzing lessons learned, and providing technical advice for project implementation. The role requires extensive experience in climate change adaptation planning, monitoring and evaluation, and knowledge management, with a focus on working with government institutions in developing countries. The consultant will be based at REMA offices in Kigali, Rwanda for 15 months.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Trainer: Leading with Balance, Attaining Work-Life Balance and the Power of Cross-Cultural Working in Times of Uncertainty

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Trainer to design, develop, and facilitate a comprehensive virtual learning program on 'Leading with Balance: Attaining Work-Life Balance and the Power of Cross-Cultural Working in Times of Uncertainty.' The role involves conducting pre-learning needs assessments, developing diverse learning resources, and delivering engaging virtual training sessions to UNEP staff across all divisions, regional offices, and MEAs. The consultant will also administer post-learning assessments and prepare comprehensive reports on participant feedback and learning outcomes. This position requires expertise in learning design, facilitation, coaching, and organizational development with a focus on leadership development and cross-cultural competence.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Editor and Writer

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks an Editor and Writer to provide strategic editorial, communications, and outreach support for freshwater-related policy, governance, and stakeholder engagement activities. The role involves drafting, editing, and finalizing technical reports, guidance documents, strategic papers, consultation summaries, and communication materials related to freshwater governance, climate adaptation, ecosystem restoration, and integrated water resources management. The consultant will support major international events, policy fora, and global water-related conferences, including UNEA follow-up, UN-Water engagement, the Baku Dialogue, and the 2026 UN Water Conference. Responsibilities include developing accessible and inclusive communication products, updating digital content, coordinating stakeholder engagement, and supporting internal knowledge-sharing processes. The position requires a first-level university degree in language or communication-related studies with four years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with reduced experience requirements. Fluency in English is required, with French being an advantage.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Emotional Intelligence: The Foundation of Leading Teams in Times of Uncertainty

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a consultant to design and deliver virtual training sessions on emotional intelligence for UNEP staff across all divisions, regional offices, and MEAs. The role involves conducting pre-learning needs assessments, developing diverse learning resources, facilitating engaging virtual sessions using adult learning methodologies, and administering post-learning assessments. The consultant will report to the Training Officer within the HR Section based in Nairobi. This is a home-based virtual delivery position with a duration of 12 days.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Gender and Environmental and Social Safeguards Assessment consultant

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Gender and Environmental and Social Safeguards (ESS) Assessment Consultant to evaluate gender and ESS integration over the first five years of the Global EbA Fund (GEbAF) implementation. The consultant will develop a Gender Action Plan for 2026–2030. Key responsibilities include reviewing progress and gaps in gender mainstreaming, assessing alignment with UNEP, IUCN, and IKI frameworks, analyzing gender safeguards in environmental and social risk management, conducting portfolio analysis and stakeholder consultations, and developing an actionable Gender and ESS Action Plan with indicators and accountability measures. The role requires extensive experience in gender mainstreaming within climate/environment programs, expertise in ESS frameworks, and strong analytical and report-writing skills. The position is home-based for 2.5 months.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Climate Finance and Stakeholders Engagement Analyst

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Climate Finance and Stakeholders Engagement Analyst will support the United Nations Environment Programme's (UNEP) Climate Finance Unit in Viet Nam, focusing on the VN-ADAPT project that aims to scale Nature-based Solutions for Adaptation in agriculture. The consultant will conduct a needs assessment of local financial institutions, engage stakeholders through workshops and consultations, analyze the NbSA finance landscape, and support policy brief development. Key responsibilities include maintaining stakeholder trackers, documenting meetings, facilitating matchmaking between financial institutions and partner companies, and organizing knowledge-sharing events. The role requires expertise in climate finance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development, with a focus on building partnerships and mobilizing private capital for nature-positive investments.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Information and Knowledge Management Intern

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Information and Knowledge Management Intern will support the front office of the UNEP Ecosystems Division in Nairobi, working under the supervision of the Senior Programme Management Assistant and Deputy Division Director. Key responsibilities include optimizing digital filing structures in SharePoint/OneDrive, managing document tagging and version control, migrating documents to new repositories, supporting staff with Microsoft 365 applications, preparing presentations and documentation for internal meetings, assisting with meeting logistics, and maintaining contact lists. The role requires strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office productivity tools and the Power Platform, with a focus on information management and knowledge sharing within UN standards. This is a 6-month internship with no financial remuneration.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 18, 2026

• Call for Applications (CFA) for Senior Technical Consultant – Africa Migration Data Network (AMDN) Start Up and Implementation Support

  International Organization for Migration · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Senior Technical Consultant to support the start-up and implementation of the Africa Migration Data Network (AMDN), a continental technical platform within the African Statistical System. The consultant will provide strategic, analytical, and operational support to the AMDN Secretariat hosted at STATAFRIC, focusing on translating strategic frameworks into actionable plans, mapping the African migration data landscape, strengthening the secretariat and steering committee, supporting meetings and events, engaging donors, and building partnerships. The role involves producing key deliverables including an inception note, operational workplan, landscape analysis, resource mobilization package, technical inputs, and a final summary report. The consultant must have advanced academic qualifications and extensive professional experience in migration statistics, data governance, or policy analysis, with a strong track record in working with African continental bodies and donor engagement.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Protocol and Administrative Assistant, G5 ESARO, Nairobi, Kenya

  UN Women · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Protocol and Administrative Assistant supports UN Women's Regional Office in Nairobi and, during the relocation transition period, the Global Office. Key responsibilities include providing protocol services such as managing sensitive documents, coordinating with host country authorities for diplomatic identity cards, visas, and permits, and supporting VVIP arrangements. The role also involves administrative support including office logistics, procurement, facility management, and financial processes like VAT exemptions. The position requires maintaining a database of protocol-related statuses for staff and supporting conferences and workshops. The incumbent must ensure compliance with UN Women's rules, regulations, and host country protocols while promoting quality and results-oriented service.

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• Development Coordination and Food System Consultant

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Development Coordination and Food System Consultant to support the implementation of the environmental dimension of the Joint SDG Fund Food Systems Programme in Ghana. The consultant will provide technical, analytical, and coordination support to strengthen the environmental sustainability of food systems, focusing on policy coherence, biodiversity integration, and nature-positive approaches. Key responsibilities include conducting policy and stakeholder analyses, supporting the establishment of a National Food-Environment Policy Coherence Platform, developing guidance materials for biodiversity integration, and contributing to monitoring, reporting, and capacity-building efforts. The position is based in Nairobi with dual reporting to UNEP-ROA and FAO's Regional Office in Ghana. The role requires expertise in sustainable development, environmental policy, and food systems, with experience in international organizations being desirable.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Environmental AMR Specialist in Tunisia

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks an Environmental AMR Specialist to support the implementation of the Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Multiparter Trust Fund project in Tunisia. The consultant will provide technical expertise on the environmental dimension of AMR, focusing on data generation, analysis, and interpretation related to resistance and consumption patterns in the environment. Key responsibilities include curating and analyzing knowledge on AMR causes and pathways, conducting field surveys, compiling environmental contamination data, developing diagnostic reports, identifying knowledge gaps, and supporting national AMR management. The role involves stakeholder engagement, participation in national workshops, and dissemination of findings. The position reports to the Regional Sub-Programme Coordinator for Nature Pillar/Ecosystems and Biodiversity, UNEP Regional Office for Africa.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Climate Change Adaptation Concept Note Development Consultant

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Climate Change Adaptation Concept Note Development Consultant to support the development of a single country project proposal for the Adaptation Fund targeting Madagascar's climate-vulnerable Atsinanana region. The consultant will conduct desk reviews, stakeholder consultations, and draft a comprehensive concept note addressing climate change adaptation challenges, solution frameworks, and project components. Key responsibilities include developing problem and solution trees, describing project interventions, aligning with national policies, conducting gender analysis, and ensuring project sustainability. The role requires extensive experience in climate change adaptation projects, particularly with multilateral funding mechanisms like the Adaptation Fund. The consultant will work remotely with one mission to Madagascar over a 6-month period, working part-time for 28 days total.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 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

• 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

• Homebased Consultant – Study to Inform the Development of an EAC Regional Framework on Return and Reintegration of Stranded Migrants

  International Organization for Migration · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Homebased Consultant to conduct a comprehensive study informing the development of an EAC Regional Framework on Return and Reintegration of Stranded Migrants. The consultant will review existing policies, practices, and legal frameworks governing return and reintegration in EAC Partner States, conduct a situational analysis of migration trends and challenges, and facilitate national consultations and a regional validation meeting. The role requires extensive experience in migration, return, and reintegration policy development, with a proven track record in drafting regional or national frameworks. The consultant must work closely with the EAC Secretariat and IOM Regional Office for East, Horn and Southern Africa, producing detailed reports and recommendations for a regional policy framework. The position is home-based, with a duration of up to 7 months, starting June 2026.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Internship - Environment and Energy, ESAF

  International Civil Aviation Organization · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  This internship position is within the Aeronautical Meteorology/Environment section of ICAO's Eastern and Southern Africa (ESAF) Regional Office. The role supports ICAO's environmental protection and climate change objectives in the ESAF region, with a focus on aviation decarbonisation and cleaner energy transition. Interns will contribute to regional initiatives aimed at reducing international aviation emissions, strengthening state capacity, and promoting innovation in sustainable aviation solutions. Key responsibilities include supporting Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) activities, State Action Plans (SAPs) on CO₂ emissions reduction, and the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). The position also involves supporting research, workshops, technical documentation, and communication materials related to sustainable aviation in Africa. The internship provides hands-on exposure to environmental and energy-related aviation programs.

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• Internship - Air Traffic Management and Search and Rescue, ESAF

  International Civil Aviation Organization · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  This internship position is located in the Air Traffic Management (ATM) and Search and Rescue (SAR) section within the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Eastern and Southern African (ESAF) Regional Office. The intern will support technical, analytical, and coordination activities related to regional air navigation services, ATM modernization programs, and SAR coordination mechanisms. Key responsibilities include preparing technical briefs, analyzing operational data, monitoring implementation progress, supporting SAR contingency planning, and engaging with civil aviation stakeholders. The role offers practical exposure to international civil aviation processes and contributes to ICAO's strategic goals for air navigation capacity and efficiency. Candidates must be enrolled in or have completed a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as aeronautical engineering, aviation, air transport management, or related disciplines.

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• Social & Environment Safeguards expert-Tanzania Project

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a part-time Social & Environment Safeguards expert consultant to ensure compliance with applicable environmental and social safeguard policies for the GCF-funded project F218 'Building resilience in the landscapes of Kigoma region, Tanzania.' The consultant will provide technical guidance, capacity building, and direct support to the Project Management Unit, national gender and safeguards officer, and implementing partners. Key responsibilities include overseeing implementation of safeguards instruments and gender action plan, updating the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS), developing monitoring plans, coordinating site-specific environmental and social management plans, supporting grievance redress mechanisms, conducting annual project visits, and reporting on safeguards compliance. The role requires extensive experience in environmental and social safeguards management within climate change adaptation projects, with a focus on ecosystem rehabilitation.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 10, 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

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