Apply Now 2 UNFPA Internship Opportunities – Programme Division, Nairobi, Kenya: Fully Funded + 1000USD Monthly Stipend
UNFPA announces two engaging internship opportunities within its Programme Division, based in Nairobi, Kenya.
These positions offer aspiring young professionals the chance to contribute to impactful global development work while gaining valuable hands-on experience in data, results reporting, and programme analysis. Both internships close on 21 November 2025 at 16:00 (America/New_York) and fall under the Internships/Fellowships category.
UNFPA’s Commitment to Developing Future Leaders
As the lead United Nations agency dedicated to reproductive health and rights, UNFPA works to advance a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person can fulfill their potential. In alignment with the UNFPA Strategic Plan (2026–2029), the organization continues to invest in strengthening national systems, enhancing programme delivery, and generating high-quality evidence to inform policy and humanitarian interventions.
Internships within UNFPA are designed not only to strengthen the organization’s analytical and reporting capacity but also to nurture the next generation of leaders in global development. Interns work in a dynamic environment that values integrity, collaboration, diversity, and professional growth.
1. Data Reporting Intern – Programme Division
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 21 November 2025, 16:00 (America/New_York)
Contract Type: Internship
The Position
The Data Reporting Intern supports the Programme Division in consolidating, analyzing, and presenting information that reflects UNFPA’s programme performance across multiple countries. Working closely with technical advisers, monitoring and evaluation specialists, and programme analysts, the intern contributes to strengthening data systems that enhance accountability, visibility, and informed decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in collecting, cleaning, and analyzing programme data from country offices and implementing partners.
- Support the preparation of dashboards, internal briefs, and evidence-based reports used by senior management and technical teams.
- Contribute to improving data quality by identifying gaps, inconsistencies, and capacity needs.
- Review indicators aligned with UNFPA’s Strategic Plan and help track progress toward organizational results.
- Maintain internal databases and ensure timely updates of relevant documentation and reporting tools.
- Collaborate with other interns and programme teams to support cross-cutting initiatives related to monitoring, evaluation, and results-based management.
Learning Opportunities
Through this internship, the selected candidate will gain practical experience in data management, performance monitoring, and results reporting within a major UN agency. The intern will also strengthen analytical skills, deepen understanding of UNFPA’s mandate, and build competencies relevant to humanitarian and development work.
2. Results Reporting Intern – Programme Division
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 21 November 2025, 16:00 (America/New_York)
Contract Type: Internship
The Position
The Results Reporting Intern plays a crucial role in supporting the preparation of UNFPA’s corporate reporting products, including annual progress reports, regional summaries, and contributions to UN system-wide reporting frameworks. The intern ensures that evidence, narratives, and results from country offices are accurately captured and communicated.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in gathering, reviewing, and synthesizing inputs for regional and global results reports.
- Support validation of programme achievements against strategic indicators and benchmarks.
- Contribute to drafting narrative sections that highlight progress, challenges, best practices, and lessons learned.
- Ensure alignment between programmatic achievements and UNFPA’s strategic outcomes and thematic priorities.
- Participate in quality assurance processes, including fact-checking, formatting, and editing content.
- Help maintain a library of knowledge products, ensuring documentation is accessible and well-organized.
Learning Opportunities
The internship provides meaningful exposure to global reporting processes, strategic communication, and results-based management. The intern gains experience in synthesizing complex information, developing high-quality documentation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across regions.
UNFPA Work Environment
UNFPA fosters a professional environment rooted in equality, diversity, integrity, and well-being. Interns are valued members of the Programme Division and are encouraged to contribute ideas, ask questions, and collaborate across teams. The organization promotes gender parity and strongly encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from diverse backgrounds. Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.
Important Notes
Selection is subject to administrative, medical, and reference checks where applicable. UNFPA does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process and does not request bank account information from applicants.
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