25 New Job Openings at the United Nations Nairobi Office
25 New Job Openings at the United Nations Nairobi Office, The United Nations Office in Nairobi has officially announced 25 new job vacancies across various departments. These opportunities range from internships to consultant, administrative, and professional-level roles. Application deadlines vary throughout June 2025, so act fast!
Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or experienced professional, there’s likely a position that matches your skills and passion for global development.
Top 5 Tips for Applying to UN Jobs
- Target the Right Job: Focus on roles that align with your qualifications and career goals. Tailor each application to match the specific job.
- Highlight Your Achievements: Focus on measurable accomplishments instead of listing daily tasks.
- Craft a Strong Motivation Statement: Write 3–4 short, compelling paragraphs explaining why you’re the ideal candidate.
- Prepare for Competency-Based Interviews: Use the STAR method—Situation, Task, Action, Result—to structure your answers.
- Apply Broadly, but Smartly: Apply for multiple jobs if you meet the qualifications, but customize your CV and cover letter for each role.
Featured United Nations Job Opportunities in Nairobi
Senior-Level Positions
- Senior Programme Management Officer (P-5) – UNEP
Job ID: 255929 / 257756 | Deadline: June 16 / June 28 - Legal Officer (P-3) – Office of Administration of Justice
Job ID: 259055 | Deadline: June 12 - ITC Representative for Africa (D-1) – International Trade Centre
Job ID: 257986 | Deadline: June 14
Internship Opportunities (Ideal for Students & Graduates)
- Intern – Public Relations (PINUA) – UN-Habitat
Job ID: 258806 | Deadline: June 16 - Intern – Quantity Surveying – UN-Habitat
Job ID: 258170 | Deadline: June 16 - Intern – Programme Management Support – UN-Habitat
Job ID: 258086 / 258082 | Deadline: June 13 / June 3 - Intern – Social Media & Communications – UNON
Job ID: 258181 | Deadline: June 5
Consultant & Project-Based Jobs
- Evaluation Consultants (UNEP/GEF Projects) – UNEP
Multiple IDs | Deadline: June 3–14 - Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Expert – UNDRR
- Job ID: 258596 | Deadline: June 8
- Knowledge Management & Communication Experts – UNEP
Job ID: 258683 / 258735 | Deadline: June 9 / June 3 - Institutional & Capacity Building Specialist – UN-Habitat
Job ID: 258175 | Deadline: June 3
General Service and Administrative Jobs
- Senior Administrative Assistant (G-7) – UNEP
Job ID: 258610 / 256052 | Deadline: June 10 / June 11 - Administrative Assistant (G-6) – UN-Habitat
Job ID: 256802 | Deadline: June 3 - Procurement Assistant (G-6) – UNEP
Job ID: 257085 | Deadline: June 3 - Programme Management Assistant (G-6) – UN-Habitat
Job ID: 258259 | Deadline: June 24
How to Apply
Visit the official United Nations job portal to view full job descriptions and apply:
https://careers.un.org
Quick Tips for Success
- Update your CV with relevant achievements.
- Customize your application to fit the job.
- Meet deadlines strictly – most close between June 3 and June 28, 2025.
- Stay positive and persistent – competition is high, but multiple positions mean multiple chances.
