Project and Programme Management · Internship
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United Nations, United Nations Human Settlements Programme

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Role overview
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) in Nairobi, Kenya, is offering a six-month internship in project management. This role suits students or recent graduates interested in urban development, capacity building, and climate action projects.
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What you will do
- Assist in managing the Accelerating Urban Resilience and Pro-poor Climate Action project in Belize, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Help plan, design, and implement capacity development projects and learning events globally and regionally.
- Conduct literature reviews, collect data, and perform qualitative and quantitative analysis for research supporting capacity development.
- Support the synthesis of research findings and stakeholder input for strategic and program decisions.
- Draft and edit technical papers, reports, and concept notes.
- Prepare presentations, briefing materials, meeting summaries, and communication products.
- Assist with operational support for project and training activities, stakeholder coordination, event organisation, and knowledge management.
Requirements
- Be enrolled in a graduate programme, in the final year of a bachelor's degree, or have graduated with a bachelor's, master's, or PhD degree.
- Be computer literate with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Have a strong interest in the United Nations' work and commitment to its ideals.
- Demonstrate ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse cultures and views.
- Fluency in oral and written English is required; knowledge of French is an advantage.
- Preferred fields of study include Urban Planning, Architecture, Education, Social Sciences, Geography, Public Administration, Business Administration, International Development, or similar.
- Proficiency in research methods, data collection and analysis, and project management tools is desirable.
Benefits
This internship is unpaid. Interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. No fees are charged by the United Nations during recruitment.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting proof of your current enrolment or degree completion. Include documentation showing which eligibility criterion you meet. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 5 November 2026.