UNITED NATIONS HUMAN SETTLEMENTS PROGRAMME (UN-HABITAT)
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY – INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT URBAN DEVELOPMENT
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the UN agency mandated to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities, with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. Working with governments, local authorities, development partners, civil society, and communities, UN-Habitat supports inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable urban development across the globe.
In support of its mandate and ongoing programmes, UN-Habitat invites applications for an internship position within the Inclusive and Resilient Urban Development portfolio. This internship offers an opportunity for motivated individuals to gain hands-on experience in urban development work within a multicultural and professional UN environment.
INTERN – INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT URBAN DEVELOPMENT
Job Opening ID: 270687
Job Network: –
Job Family: HST
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Work Location: Hybrid (Nairobi, Kenya)
Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Date Posted: 27 January 2026
Application Deadline: 10 February 2026
Expected Duration
The internship is for a fixed period, with the duration determined in accordance with UN-Habitat internship policies and programme requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the responsible officer and in close collaboration with the Inclusive and Resilient Urban Development team, the Intern will support programme and project activities aimed at strengthening inclusive, resilient, and sustainable urban development initiatives.
Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Support research, analysis, and documentation related to inclusive and resilient urban development initiatives.
- Assist in the preparation of project documents, concept notes, briefs, presentations, and reports.
- Contribute to data collection, compilation, and basic analysis in support of urban development programmes and projects.
- Support coordination of programme activities, meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements, both virtual and in-person.
- Assist in monitoring ongoing activities and compiling progress updates for internal and external reporting.
- Contribute to knowledge management activities, including organizing information, maintaining records, and supporting learning products.
- Support communication and outreach activities related to inclusive and resilient urban development work.
- Collaborate with team members across UN-Habitat units to support integrated programme delivery.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor in support of the department’s objectives.
Qualifications / Special Skills
Not specified.
Languages
Not specified.
Additional Information
- This internship is based in Nairobi, Kenya, with a hybrid working arrangement.
- The internship is unpaid, in accordance with United Nations internship policies.
- Interns are responsible for arranging their own travel, accommodation, and living expenses.
- Interns do not receive financial remuneration or allowances from the United Nations.
- The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment or application process.
Intern-Specific Information
This internship is designed to provide practical exposure to the work of the United Nations in the area of inclusive and resilient urban development. Interns will gain valuable experience working in an international organization while contributing to meaningful programmes that address urban challenges and promote sustainable development.
