Intern – Information Technology (IT)​ at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Intern – Information Technology (IT)​ at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) – United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Kenya Job Details

About the Role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is recruiting an Intern – Information Technology (IT)​ to support its digital infrastructure and stakeholder management systems. This internship position in Kenya offers hands-on experience in website management, database administration, and communications support within a multilateral UN environment. The role sits within UNEP’s Major Groups and Stakeholders unit, which coordinates engagement with civil society organizations and accredited partners globally.

As an Intern – Information Technology (IT)​ at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), you will work on both technical and administrative tasks that directly support the organization’s web presence and stakeholder relations. This is a rolling-basis internship open to students enrolled in or recently completing an IT-related degree program.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing updates to organizational websites, including content review and deployment
• Add new accredited organizations to the website and edit existing organizational records in the database
• Upload documents and resources to designated repositories, ensuring proper file organization and metadata
• Revise and maintain civil society webpages to reflect current information and organizational standards
• Support the registration workflows for UNEP meetings, including compilation and management of participant lists
• Design and administer client satisfaction surveys, then analyze results and prepare feedback reports for senior management and the Committee of Permanent Representatives
• Prepare accreditation memoranda for organizations requesting official status with UNEP
• Facilitate communications between UNEP and its accredited Major Groups and Stakeholders in accordance with UN regulations and procedures
• Maintain and update internal databases tracking Major Groups and Stakeholders engagement

Requirements & Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Software Engineering, Data Science, or Cybersecurity—OR—enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program in a related field—OR—recently completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in one of these disciplines
• Proof of current enrollment or graduation certificate must be provided at the time of application
• Proficiency with standard software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams
• Ability to write news articles and social media content (desirable but not required)
• Experience or competency in designing surveys and polls (desirable but not required)
• Prior professional work experience is not mandatory for UN internship applicants; however, academic field of study must align with the internship focus

What to Expect

• You will work within a multicultural UN environment committed to environmental sustainability and stakeholder engagement
• The role combines technical web and database management with administrative support, offering breadth of experience across IT functions
• This Intern – Information Technology (IT)​ at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) position in Kenya is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.