Intern – Political Affairs (I-1) – Nairobi
The United Nations is offering an exciting internship opportunity within the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on the Great Lakes Region based in Nairobi, Kenya. This internship provides a valuable opportunity for individuals interested in international relations, diplomacy, and regional peacebuilding to gain practical experience supporting political affairs work within the UN system.
The position is listed under Job ID: 273982 and falls within the Political Affairs job family. The internship supports ongoing initiatives related to peace, stability, and cooperation in the Great Lakes Region of Africa. Applications close on March 26, 2026.
Position: Intern – Political Affairs
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Category & Level: Internship, I-1
Department/Office: Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on the Great Lakes Region
Date Posted: March 11, 2026
Application Deadline: March 26, 2026
Job Description
The Intern – Political Affairs will support the office’s analytical, coordination, and reporting functions related to political developments in the Great Lakes Region. The intern will work closely with political affairs officers and other team members to assist with research, monitoring, and documentation of regional issues.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting research and analysis on political, security, and regional cooperation developments within the Great Lakes Region.
- Assisting in the preparation of briefing notes, background papers, reports, and summaries for senior officials.
- Monitoring media, policy developments, and regional events relevant to the office’s mandate.
- Supporting the organization of meetings, consultations, and regional dialogue initiatives.
- Contributing to the drafting of internal reports, meeting minutes, and documentation.
- Assisting with data collection and maintaining records related to political developments and initiatives.
- Supporting communication and coordination between the office and relevant partners or stakeholders when required.
This internship offers hands-on exposure to diplomatic and political processes while contributing to the UN’s efforts toward peace, stability, and regional cooperation in Africa’s Great Lakes Region.
