United Nations Human Settlements Programme Vacancy

UN-Habitat is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty.

UN-Habitat offers an internship opportunity to support its works in promoting sustainable urbanization and improving human settlements. The intern is expected to get involved in research, analysis, and supporting various projects and activities.

The intern will work under the guidance of the National Program Officer and report regularly on progress and challenges. A work plan will be agreed upon at the beginning of the internship, and regular feedback will be provided to ensure a productive learning experience.

Position: Intern – Research Assistant and Programme Support

Summary of Requirements:

✅ Education
At the time of application, you must meet one of the following:

• a) Enrolled in a graduate school program (Master’s, Ph.D., or equivalent).
• b) Enrolled in the final year of your Bachelor’s degree.
• c) Recently graduated with Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D.

✅ Technical Skills

• Computer literate — strong in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Able to create and present PowerPoint slides at workshops/meetings.

✅ Language Skills

• Strong communication in English is mandatory.
• Knowing Amharic is desirable (advantageous but not mandatory).

✅ Personal Attributes

• Keen interest in the work of the United Nations.
• Personal commitment to UN Charter ideals (peace, dignity, equality, human rights).
• Ability to work with individuals from different cultural backgrounds — open-mindedness, tolerance.

✅ Research & Analysis Skills

• Able to generate research briefs, analyze reports, and write reports.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical ability required.

✅ Preferred Fields of Study

• Development Studies
• Environmental Planning and Management
• Geography
• Social Sciences
• Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
• Climate Change Adaptation & Mitigation
• Sustainable Urban Planning
• Smart and Sustainable Cities

✅ Experience

• No professional experience is required.
• But your field of study must be related to the internship theme.

✅ Documents Needed

• Proof of current enrollment or recent graduation.
• You will need to attach an official certificate later.

Place of Work: Addis Ababa,

Deadline: May 8, 2025

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