UN Careers | Associate Legal Officer & Multiple Recruitment

If your ambition is to serve in an organisation that supports peace, development, health, and humanitarian work across the world, you should explore UN Careers in Kenya. The United Nations runs programmes that focus on refugees, education, climate research, food security, public health, and community welfare. Kenya hosts several UN offices, each with its own mandate and technical focus. Here, you will have the opportunity to assist with field assessments, policy notes, public information tasks, or program support under well-defined global guidelines.

Applicants looking for UN job vacancies can find roles in data support, programme assistance, project review, security sections, or administrative units. Many young graduates or diploma holders also check for an internship within UN agencies, while some seek entry level jobs that offer exposure to global procedures. These positions require careful documentation, respect for cultural diversity, and proper conduct under UN standards. People who value order, fairness, and international service are encouraged to apply online for these jobs right away.

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About the United Nations in Kenya

The United Nations has been present in Kenya for many years through agencies such as UNHCR, UNDP, WHO, UNICEF, WFP, UNEP, and several specialised offices. Its Nairobi headquarters serve as one of only four global UN hubs, where they host environmental programmes, research units, refugee operations, and international conferences. They manage budgets, field missions, policy notes, humanitarian shipments, and data centres that support global reporting. The UN also partners with the Kenyan government, local groups, and international donors to advance peace, climate action, education, and economic stability.

Open Vacancies

• Programme Assistant
• Administrative Officer
• Protection Assistant
• Research Officer
• Security Assistant
• Procurement Officer
• Data Management Assistant
• Driver

Benefits

UN staff receive access to international work exposure through global missions and knowledge exchanges that contribute to their professional growth. Some roles allow staff to join short specialised courses hosted by partners’ agencies or foreign institutions. Field officers may receive mission kits, duty insurance, and transport support for remote sites. Staff in Nairobi also have access to medical coverage, paid leave, and cultural events arranged by different agencies.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Assist programme teams with partner reports and field summaries.
• Review donor files to check that all documents meet project requirements.
• Support logistics staff with asset records for vehicles and equipment.
• Confirm beneficiary details during field visits with senior officers.
• Help teams prepare policy briefs or climate-action notes when necessary.
• Verify local partner invoices before submission to finance departments.
• Guide visitors during official meetings or mission tours.
• Trace delays in field supplies and alert logistics teams.
• Assist with data checks for humanitarian or development projects.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read policy notes, field files, and partner agreements.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili for community-level work.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and document preparation.
• Respect for the UN code of conduct and project rules.
• An undergraduate degree or a diploma in the relevant field.
• Neat personal presentation for the office or field duty.
• Ability to work in multicultural teams in local or international workplaces.
• A fit and healthy state is required for field missions in remote areas.

UN Often Announces Internship & Junior Entry Programs

UN agencies in Kenya often offer internships and junior-entry programs for students, recent graduates, and diploma holders. Applicants must show strong academic performance, an interest in public service, and basic computer skills. The process will include an online form, a motivation statement, and a panel discussion. Successful candidates will support research tasks, meeting coordination, partner outreach, or data review under supervision. These programs help young people understand global procedures and become familiar with international operations.

How to Apply for UN Careers in Kenya?

Applicants can access the official job opening site by using the given “Apply Here” icon, where opportunities offered by UN Careers appear with duty details and grade levels. First of all, you will need to filter the location to Kenya to see the current openings. Then, check out the listing and click on “View Job Description” for the chosen role. After reviewing all the information, hit “Apply Now,” and get redirected to the Inspira portal. A new user must create a profile with personal data and verify details through an email check. After this step, the applicant may proceed to logging in and opening the application form. After filling out the form, attach all documents and send the application for UN review.

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