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UN jobs in United States 🇺🇸
UN-system organisations recruit in United States for country offices, regional hubs, field operations, and joint programmes. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open vacancy posted on a UN agency's career portal for United States — including international and national professional staff roles, internships, and short-term consultancies. Each listing links back to the official agency application page.
- Open roles
- 203
- Organisations
- 41
- Last refreshed
- Jun 05, 2026
Latest open roles
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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 -
Communications and Outreach Intern
United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Communications and Outreach Intern will support the Human Development Report Office (HDRO) in integrated outreach efforts, including communications materials, digital and social media content, events, and knowledge-sharing activities. The role involves drafting and packaging communications, developing outreach materials, designing visual assets, supporting digital platforms, assisting with events, and managing knowledge resources. The internship provides practical experience in communications, outreach, and knowledge management within an international development setting. The intern will work under the supervision of the team lead and contribute to the visibility and coherence of HDRO's work. This is a full-time position, potentially remote, with a focus on supporting UNDP's mission in human development.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 13, 2026 -
Project Officer, Protection Mainstreaming (P)
International Organization for Migration · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
The Project Officer, Protection Mainstreaming supports the implementation of protection mainstreaming efforts for IOM's United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) Resettlement Support Centers (RSCs). Key responsibilities include ensuring adherence to protection standards, managing accountability mechanisms, supporting vulnerable individuals, and coordinating with various stakeholders including US resettlement agencies, UNHCR, and NGOs. The role involves monitoring program implementation, providing training, maintaining feedback mechanisms, and ensuring compliance with USRAP standards and IOM's protection guidelines. The position requires extensive experience in RSC processing, protection work with vulnerable populations, and monitoring program activities. The role is initially based in Washington DC with potential relocation as required.
Related Organization Closes Jun 18, 2026 -
Legal Officer (Operations) [ROME, P3]
International Fund for Agricultural Development · 🇺🇸 Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States
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Web and Social Media Editor (French) (Home-Based) [Open to All Applicants]
United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Web and Social Media Editor (French) is responsible for managing UNDP's global social media channels in French, creating and editing digital content for the corporate website, and maintaining the French version of the corporate website. The role involves planning and implementing social media strategies, evaluating platform effectiveness, translating and reviewing content from English to French, and ensuring consistency across languages. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Web Copywriting Specialist within the Digital Communications Studio. This is a home-based position with a focus on digital communications, content management, and social media engagement for a French-speaking audience.
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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.
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TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: Space Planner & Contracts Analyst, Facilities and Administrative Services Branch (FASB), Division for Management Services (DMS), New York, P-2
United Nations Population Fund · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Space Planner & Contracts Analyst position is located in the Facilities and Administrative Services Branch (FASB) within the Division for Management Services (DMS) at UNFPA Headquarters in New York. The role provides leadership and supervision in specialized space planning at Headquarters and Field Offices, supporting facilities management contracts and policies. Key responsibilities include managing facilities contracts (lease, cleaning, furniture, equipment), planning and coordinating office space at HQ and Field Offices, contributing to capital investment improvements, and ensuring compliance with UNFPA's facilities policies and procedures. The incumbent also coordinates with interagency groups, manages contractor relationships, and supports budgetary considerations related to facilities initiatives. The position reports to the Chief of the Facilities Management Section and supervises two General Service staff. The role requires significant professional experience in facilities management with a focus on space planning and contract management.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 19, 2026 -
Intern - Security Analysis
Department of Safety and Security · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
This internship opportunity is with the Department of Safety and Security, specifically within the Division of Field Operations, Security Information Analysis Section (SIAS). The role supports strategic planning and analytical performance of UNDSS's analytical cadre. Interns will assist with information analysis, preliminary research using publicly available sources, visualization and preparation of presentation decks, and research, analysis, and briefing notes. The position is designed to be conducted in person, 35 hours per week, with potential for hybrid arrangements. It offers valuable experience in security risk management and contributes to peace and security efforts globally. The internship duration is 3-6 months.
I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 14, 2026 -
INVESTIGATOR - Temporary Job Opening, P4
Office of Internal Oversight Services · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Investigator position is a temporary role within the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) in New York, reporting to the Chief of OSSS. The incumbent will plan, organize, conduct, and manage investigations into alleged misconduct, malfeasance, mismanagement, fraud, corruption, waste of resources, sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and violations of UN regulations. Responsibilities include supporting operational activities, advising on UN jurisprudence, developing policies and procedures, managing intake services and referral processes, reviewing investigation reports, and preparing analytical reports. The role requires strong investigative, analytical, and communication skills, with a focus on professionalism, teamwork, leadership, and performance management. The position is temporary until 31 December 2026 and is subject to funding availability.
P-4 Secretariat Closes Jun 18, 2026 -
Director, Administration, D2
Department of Operational Support · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Director, Administration, D2 position is a senior leadership role within the Division of Administration (DA) in the Department of Operational Support (DOS) at UN Headquarters. The incumbent provides executive direction and management for the Division, overseeing administrative, financial, human resources, facilities, and commercial services functions. Responsibilities include strategic policy development, leadership of change management initiatives, coordination with intergovernmental bodies, budget management, staff evaluation and recruitment, and representation at international meetings. The role requires extensive experience in senior administrative and operational support positions with a proven track record in managing large, diverse teams and implementing organizational policies.
D-2 Secretariat Closes Jun 18, 2026 -
Senior Risk Specialist
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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Audit Coordination Analyst (Home Based) [Open to Internal and External applicatns]
United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Audit Coordination Analyst supports the Office of Financial Resources Management (OFRM) in its role as the UNDP audit focal point with the UN Board of Auditors (UNBOA). Key responsibilities include coordinating communications between UNDP and UNBOA, managing audit visits to headquarters, bureaus, and country offices, facilitating responses to audit requests, conducting data collection and analysis related to audit performance, preparing briefings and reports for senior management, supporting audit reviews, and facilitating knowledge management. The position requires strong analytical, communication, and project management skills with experience in audit, compliance, and financial oversight. The role is home-based but may require travel to duty stations. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Audit Coordination Specialist.
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Program Analyst
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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Investment Analyst - Digital Access and Affordability
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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E T Consultant
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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E T Consultant
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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Senior Quality Assurance Specialist [ROME, P4]
International Fund for Agricultural Development · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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E T Consultant (Device Lifecycle And Experience Analyst – Device Provisioning Coordinator)
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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INTERN- Project Support in Graphic/Web Design and Communication
Department of Operational Support · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The United Nations Department of Operational Support (DOS) is offering an internship in Graphic/Web Design and Communication within the Office of Supply Chain Management (OSCM). This role supports the design and communication needs of OSCM, including creating visual identity products, preparing content for corporate briefings and presentations, supporting website development, and managing social media communications. Interns will collaborate with teams to maintain SharePoint and iSeek pages, develop communication plans, and enhance visual appeal and user experience across various platforms. The internship offers flexible in-person or remote work modalities, with a duration of 3-6 months starting in June/July 2026. Interns work as full team members on projects that contribute meaningfully to OSCM's operations and gain valuable experience in UN communications and design.
I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 13, 2026
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