Every Week, the United Nations opens new opportunities for professionals who want to build a meaningful career while contributing to global peace, development, and humanitarian action. This week is no different — several UN agencies have posted fresh vacancies across multiple sectors, offering roles for both early-career applicants and experienced specialists.
Whether you’re passionate about human rights, public health, climate action, economic development, communications, or emergency response, the UN system has positions that match a wide range of skills and interests.
UN Vacancy Opportunities Posted This Week
Vacancies posted on December 10, 2025
Urban Observatory and Data Systems SpecialistJob ID : 268942
Job Family :
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 19, 2025
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FIELD SECURITY ASSISTANT (364 Days), G6Job ID : 268863
Job Family : Security
Category and Level : General Service and Related Categories, G-6
Duty Station : MANDERA
Department/Office : UNON Security and Safety Services
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 16, 2025
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Individual Contractor – meeting supportJob ID : 269045
Job Family : Administration
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : VIENNA
Department/Office : Office of Legal Affairs
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Jan 9, 2026
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CHIEF OF UNIT, INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS, FS7Job ID : 269016
Job Family : Information Management Systems and Technology
Category and Level : Field Service, FS-7
Duty Station : PORT-AU-PRINCE
Department/Office : UN Support Office in Haiti
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 17, 2025
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Fitness InstructorJob ID : 268987
Job Family : Administration
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Office at Nairobi
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 19, 2025
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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (Recruitment) (TJO), P3Job ID : 268892
Job Family : Human Resources
Category and Level : Professional and Higher Categories, P-3
Duty Station : PORT-AU-PRINCE
Department/Office : UN Support Office in Haiti
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 17, 2025
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Individual Contractor – Tour GuideJob ID : 268761
Job Family : Public Information
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : VIENNA
Department/Office : United Nations Office at Vienna
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Jan 6, 2026
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Intern, Legal AffairsJob ID : 268058
Job Family : Legal Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : VIENNA
Department/Office : Office of Legal Affairs
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Jan 8, 2026
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AIR OPERATIONS ASSISTANT (2 Posts) (TJO), FS5Job ID : 268825
Job Family : Transportation
Category and Level : Field Service, FS-5
Duty Station : PORT-AU-PRINCE
Department/Office : UN Support Office in Haiti
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 17, 2025
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Research AssistantJob ID : 268627
Job Family : Economic Affairs
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : BEIRUT
Department/Office : Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 16, 2025
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Intern – Programme ManagementJob ID : 269076
Job Family :
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NEW YORK
Department/Office : Executive Office of the Secretary-General
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 24, 2025
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Knowledge Management ConsultantJob ID : 269048
Job Family :
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : BONN
Department/Office : Convention to Combat Desertification
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Jan 9, 2026
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Political Affairs Intern- Prevention and response to CRSVJob ID : 269081
Job Family : Political Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NEW YORK
Department/Office : Department of Peace Operations
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 30, 2025
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Legal Research AssistantJob ID : 269034
Job Family : Legal Affairs
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : BEIRUT
Department/Office : Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 16, 2025
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CFND/LATS – NELGA Communication SpecialistJob ID : 268313
Job Family : Public Information
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : ADDIS ABABA
Department/Office : Economic Commission for Africa
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 16, 2025
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Developer – IT ExpertJob ID : 268915
Job Family : Statistics
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : GENEVA
Department/Office : United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 17, 2025
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INTERN – HUMAN RIGHTSJob ID : 268704
Job Family : Human Rights Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : GENEVA
Department/Office : Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 23, 2025
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VBSS Instructor – Maritime Law Enforcement (International Consultant)Job ID : 266613
Job Family : Drug Control and Crime Prevention
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : DAKAR
Department/Office : United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 21, 2025
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Disaster Risk Knowledge internJob ID : 268855
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : BANGKOK
Department/Office : United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 30, 2025
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Project Assistant (Individual Contractor – part time)Job ID : 269055
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : GENEVA
Department/Office : International Trade Centre
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 18, 2025
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News Writing / Reporting – Public Information Intern – News and Content – EnglishJob ID : 267160
Job Family : Public Information
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NEW YORK
Department/Office : Department of Global Communications
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Jan 9, 2026
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Freshwater & Urban ExpertJob ID : 268076
Job Family : MPA
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 18, 2025
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Minerals and Metals SpecialistJob ID : 268710
Job Family : Environmental Affairs
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : PARIS
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 24, 2025
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Political Affairs OfficerJob ID : 269053
Job Family : Political Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : PRISTINA
Department/Office : United Nations Interim Mission in Kosovo
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 23, 2025
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InternJob ID : 268355
Job Family : Public Information
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : ADDIS ABABA
Department/Office : Economic Commission for Africa
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 16, 2025
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Child Protection ConsultantJob ID : 269075
Job Family : Human Rights Affairs
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : NEW YORK
Department/Office : Office of the Special Representative to the Secretary-General on Violence Against Children
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 19, 2025
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Administrative Assistant, G5Job ID : 268994
Job Family : Administration
Category and Level : General Service and Related Categories, G-5
Duty Station : TASHKENT
Department/Office : United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 17, 2025
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Disaster Risk Knowledge InternJob ID : 268865
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : BANGKOK
Department/Office : United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
Date Posted : Dec 10, 2025
Deadline : Dec 30, 2025
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To see all UN vacancies posted this week, visit the official UN Careers website: https://careers.un.org/jobopening?language=en
Why Apply for a UN Job?
Working at the United Nations offers more than a job — it’s a chance to contribute to global solutions.
You can expect:
- Impactful work: Directly support peace, development, and humanitarian goals.
- International career pathways: Opportunities to work in multiple countries and regions.
- Professional growth: Training, mentorship, and leadership development.
- Diversity & inclusion: A multicultural work environment with global colleagues.
- Competitive benefits: Depending on the role, packages may include health insurance, relocation support, and UN-grade salaries.
Who Can Apply?
UN agencies look for candidates with:
- Relevant education and professional experience
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Language skills (English and/or French; other UN languages are an advantage)
- Commitment to the UN Charter and international development values
There are roles for:
- Early-career professionals
- Mid-level experts
- Senior-level leadership
- Internship and volunteer applicants
How to Apply for UN Vacancies
Follow these steps to apply:
- Go to the official UN Careers portal: careers.un.org
- Browse newly posted vacancies: Filter by job family, duty station, and grade level.
- Create an Inspira account: This is the UN’s application system.
- Complete your profile: Add your education, experience, languages, and skills.
- Submit your application: Tailor your application to the role.
- Assessment & interview: If shortlisted, you may be invited for technical tests or a competency-based interview.
With new vacancies posted every week, this is the perfect time to explore opportunities across the UN system. Whether you’re aiming for a field assignment, a headquarters role, or a technical specialty, the UN offers countless ways to contribute to global progress.
Ready to take the next step? Explore this week’s UN job openings and apply today!
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