The United Nations has advertised more than 30 employment and internship opportunities for professionals based in Nairobi, with the listings posted on the organisation’s official website.

The vacancies cover a range of roles and are open to both experienced candidates and recent graduates seeking internship placements.

All applications must be submitted through the UN’s online careers portal, where each posting includes duty stations, required qualifications and a closing date.

Prospective applicants need to create a profile on the Inspira system, upload a current CV, a cover letter and, where required, answer competency‑based questions before the deadline.

The application windows close in October and November, giving candidates several weeks to prepare and submit their materials.

Shortlisted candidates are typically contacted for assessments or interviews after the respective deadline has passed.

Career development associate Simon Ingari advises applicants to align their submissions with the UN’s humanitarian, development and peace‑and‑security mandates, rather than relying on informal networks.

Nairobi’s status as a regional hub for agencies such as UN‑Habitat and UNEP underpins the volume of roles, reflecting the city’s importance in continental UN operations.