Are you looking to advance your career with a leading international organization? The United Nations and its affiliated agencies are currently recruiting for a variety of positions based in Nairobi, Kenya. These roles span diverse fields including communications, programme management, research, and specialist technical areas.

Below is a comprehensive list of the latest UN job vacancies in Kenya. Each listing includes the job title, a summary of responsibilities, key qualifications, and a direct link to the application portal.

1. Communications Expert

Organization: United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 22 Nov 2025

Job Description:
The consultant will support the Division of Conference Services (DCS) by developing a comprehensive promotional and outreach strategy. The aim is to position the UNON conference centre as the premier venue choice, increase bookings, and strengthen client relationships. Key tasks include conducting a situational analysis (SWOT), developing a communication plan, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and establishing monitoring mechanisms.

Qualifications:

An advanced degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field is required.
A minimum of fifteen (15) years of responsible work experience in strategy development, marketing, corporate communications, or a related area.
Demonstrated experience in developing successful promotion or marketing strategies is required.
Experience in conference management, events, and the hospitality sector at the international level is desirable.
Fluency in English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the Communications Expert Position

2. Tennis Instructor

Organization: United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 24 Nov 2025

Job Description:
The Tennis/Squash Instructor will provide professional coaching, teach classes, and design programs for members and guests of the UN Wellness Centre. Responsibilities include ensuring courts are clean and ready for use, promoting tennis/squash lessons to increase sales, maintaining client records, and providing related advice.

Qualifications:

A High School Certificate is required.
A Certificate in Tennis coaching or related qualifications is required.
A minimum of 1 year of experience from a reputable organization/setting is required.
Fluency in oral and written English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the Tennis Instructor Position

3. Lifeguard/Swimming Instructor

Organization: United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 24 Nov 2025

Job Description:
This role involves providing professional lifeguarding services and swimming instruction at the UN Wellness Centre. Duties include maintaining constant surveillance of the pool, providing emergency first aid, ensuring facility cleanliness, conducting swimming lessons, and promoting services to members and non-members.

Qualifications:

A High School Certificate/Diploma is required.
Certificates in swimming training, lifeguarding, and CPR/first aid are required.
A minimum of one year of experience in a reputable organization offering fitness or related services is required.
Fluency in oral and written English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the Lifeguard/Swimming Instructor Position

4. Special Class Instructors

Organization: United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 24 Nov 2025

Job Description:
The UN Wellness Centre is seeking instructors for various special classes, including Zumba/Aqua Zumba, Salsa, Yoga, Spin, Tae-Kwando, Pilates, Aerobics, and more. The incumbent will be responsible for preparing exercise classes, ensuring studios are clean, promoting fitness classes, and advising clients on health and fitness matters.

Qualifications:

A High School Certificate is required.
A Certificate in one or more of the specified fitness disciplines (e.g., Zumba, Yoga, Pilates) is required.
A minimum of 1 year of experience from a reputable organization/setting is required.
Fluency in oral and written English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the Special Class Instructors Position

5. Artificial Technology Intern

Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Duty Station: Remote
Closing Date: 21 Nov 2025

Job Description:
This 6-month part-time internship supports the Climate Change Mitigation Unit. The intern will explore and apply AI/automation tools to enhance the design of GEF-funded climate change mitigation projects. Tasks include drafting project documents, using NLP and machine learning, developing data visualizations, and researching AI applications in climate transparency.

Qualifications:

Applicants must be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (or be in the final year of a first university degree) in artificial intelligence, data science, computer science, environmental science, or a related field.
Experience or coursework in AI and automation tools applications is required.
Ability to design and implement digital tools using AI platforms is desirable.
Fluency in spoken and written English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the Artificial Technology Intern Position

6. Research and Data Specialist (Data and Statistics), P-4

Organization: UN Women
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 27 Nov 2025

Job Description:
This role is responsible for implementing key elements of UN Women’s Research and Data strategy. The Specialist will lead the monitoring of gender-related SDGs, oversee statistical work for flagship reports, enhance data science capacity, and contribute to the broader research agenda. The position also involves supervising a team.

Qualifications:

A Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant social science with a substantial quantitative component is required.
At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in research and statistical analysis, including on gender equality and women’s rights.
Experience in SDGs monitoring, statistical analysis, econometrics, and/or data science is required.
Experience leading and managing personnel in international settings is required.
Fluency in English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the Research and Data Specialist Position

7. Regional Representative CALP East and Southern Africa

Organization: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) – Hosted by CALP
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: Posted 2 days ago (Check link for details)

Job Description:
The Regional Representative will maintain and develop the CALP network, creating impact by convening diverse voices, advocating for action, and influencing policy in the realm of Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA). The role involves strategic leadership, programme management, fundraising, and organizational development.

Qualifications:

A Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in an appropriate technical field.
At least five to seven years in senior management experience, including strategy development and representation in an aid context.
Understanding of CVA in a humanitarian context and the regional humanitarian system.
Strong project management, people management, and communication skills.
Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French and/or Portuguese is desirable.

Application Link: Apply for the Regional Representative CALP Position

8. Grants & Partnership Manager Kenya

Organization: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: Posted 2 days ago (Check link for details)

Job Description:
This role leads fundraising, grant management, and strategic partnerships for NRC Kenya. The Manager will develop a fundraising strategy, oversee grant compliance and reporting, manage partnership processes, and ensure effective project cycle management.

Qualifications:

Minimum 4 years of experience in donor relations and grants management within a humanitarian/development context.
Knowledge of institutional donors’ rules, regulations, and compliance requirements.
Track record of report and proposal development.
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts is required.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Application Link: Apply for the Grants & Partnership Manager Position

9. Marine Environment Management Planning Specialist

Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Duty Station: Home-Based
Closing Date: 12 Nov 2025

Job Description:
The consultant will support the development of Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) processes and an Integrated Environmental Management Plan (IEMP) for coastal communities in Kwale and Lamu Counties. This includes conducting economic valuations of marine ecosystems, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and contributing to national biodiversity targets.

Qualifications:

An advanced university degree in Environmental economics, Marine Sciences, Environmental science, or a related discipline.
A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in coastal ecosystems conservation and natural resources management.
Experience working with coastal communities and different stakeholders in Kenya is required.
Fluency in English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the Marine Environment Management Planning Specialist Position

10. Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Specialist

Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Duty Station: Home-Based
Closing Date: 12 Nov 2025

Job Description:
The GIS Specialist will use Geographic Information Systems to map Kwale and Lamu Counties, identifying marine uses, overlaps, and potential conflicts. The role involves creating an interactive online atlas, ground truthing with communities, and supporting marine spatial planning.

Qualifications:

An advanced university degree (Masters) in GIS, ecology, marine science, or a related field.
A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in applying GIS to coastal ecosystem conservation.
Experience and knowledge in the application of ArcGIS and working with coastal communities in the region is required.
Fluency in English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the GIS Specialist Position

11. Communications Specialist

Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 14 Nov 2025

Job Description:
The Communications Specialist will support the Marine and Coastal Ecosystems Unit by developing case studies, managing social media content for the Global Fund for Coral Reefs (GFCR), designing newsletters, coordinating side events at international forums, and preparing various media and communication products.

Qualifications:

An advanced university degree in communications, environmental studies, journalism, or a related field.
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public information, or media relations.
Proven experience in developing communication strategies and social media management.
Fluency in English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the Communications Specialist Position

12. Intern – Programme Support (2 Positions)

Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 18 Nov 2025

Job Description:
These internships are based in the Gender and Safeguards Unit. Interns will support gender mainstreaming and safeguards integration by reviewing project proposals, conducting research, assisting with event coordination (including UNEA-7), drafting impact stories, and contributing to reporting on inclusivity and gender equality.

Qualifications:

Be enrolled in a graduate school programme, or in the final academic year of a first university degree, or have recently graduated. A degree in Gender Studies, Human Rights, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred.
Applicants should be computer literate; experience with Canva or video editing is desirable.
Fluency in English is required.

Application Link: Apply for the Intern – Programme Support Position

Important Note for Applicants:

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING).
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Ensure you meet the application deadlines, as late submissions are typically not considered.