Job ID : 252405<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Job Network :
Job Family : HST
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department\/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is seeking an
Intern<\/strong> to support its
Capacity Building and Sustainable Urban Development<\/strong> initiatives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This internship is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in global urban development projects, policies, and strategies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The position is based in
Nairobi, Kenya<\/strong>, and falls under the
Internship (I-1) category<\/strong> within the
Human Settlements (HST) job family<\/strong>. The application deadline is
March 7, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The selected intern will work closely with UN-Habitat\u2019s urban development experts to support research, policy analysis, and capacity-building efforts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They will assist in
developing training materials, organizing workshops, and contributing to knowledge-sharing platforms<\/strong> focused on sustainable urbanization. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, the intern will help analyze urban development trends, assist in project documentation, and support communication efforts to engage stakeholders, including local governments, NGOs, and academic institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to UN-Habitat\u2019s mission of promoting socially and environmentally sustainable cities. It will provide valuable experience in urban governance, policy planning, and sustainable development initiatives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The ideal candidate should have a strong academic background in
urban planning, environmental studies, international development, or related fields<\/strong>, along with excellent
research, analytical, and communication skills<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
By joining UN-Habitat, the intern will gain first-hand exposure to global urban challenges and solutions, build professional networks, and enhance their expertise in sustainable city development. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This internship is an excellent stepping stone for individuals aspiring to build a career in international urban policy and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n