United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Intern - Meeting Services
Nairobi
Posted 13 March, 2026
Deadline 24 March, 2026
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Administration and Office SupportInternshipEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements, mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.
Role Overview
Under the direct supervision of the Secretary to the Governing Bodies, the intern will provide essential support to the Meeting Services and Governing Bodies Secretariat. This role involves assisting in the coordination, documentation, and logistical preparation of meetings and conferences mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote sustainable urban development.
Responsibilities
Support in drafting background papers, relevant documents, talking points, reports, speeches, and other correspondence.
Support posting meeting documents on UN-Habitat’s Governance page.
Support in creating meeting links for the Governing Bodies meeting.
Support in conducting research, compilation, and preparation of summaries of background materials for use in preparation of reports, briefs, and speeches.
Support in reviewing and updating information on the relevant websites for ease of access to Member States.
Provide support in the preparation, implementation, and follow-up to consultative and other meetings, conferences, and sessions of the Governing Bodies of UN-Habitat.
Support in responding to general inquiries relating to the governing bodies secretariat.
Support in creating and updating the Member States directory.
Support in updating the roadmap towards key meetings.
Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must, at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements:
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent).
Have graduated with a Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD, or equivalent.
Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).
Have demonstrated a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the UN Careers portal. Visit https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1177366 to be directed to the official UN application page on careers.un.org.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official UN Careers portal.
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