The United Nations has advertised 24 job vacancies in Nairobi for teachers, education professionals, graduates and other qualified people seeking to work with the organisation.
The vacancies cover different professional fields and are open to candidates with varying academic qualifications, technical skills and levels of experience. Nairobi hosts several UN agencies and offices whose work extends across Kenya, Africa and other parts of the world.
The advertised jobs cut across categories including programme management, administration, communications, investigations, environmental conservation and information technology.
Teachers with relevant additional qualifications and experience may find openings in areas such as education, curriculum development, capacity building, research, child protection and development programmes, depending on the requirements of each vacancy. Some positions target experienced professionals with advanced qualifications, while others are internships and related assignments for those seeking professional exposure.
The recruitment involves different UN entities and offices, so applicants must examine each vacancy separately to establish the qualifications, responsibilities and experience required.
The positions have different deadlines, with some closing in November and others in December 2026. Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications early.
Applicants should follow the recruitment procedures for each position. The UN publishes vacancy descriptions on its official recruitment platforms, where candidates can find details on qualifications, experience, responsibilities, duty stations and deadlines.
Those seeking positions in the UN Secretariat can visit careers.un.org/job-openings. Candidates should create an account where necessary, complete the application details and give accurate information about their education, experience and competencies. Teachers and other professionals should show how their qualifications and experience match the advertised responsibilities.
Prospective applicants have been cautioned against individuals and organisations demanding money in exchange for UN jobs. The UN does not charge application or recruitment fees, and candidates should avoid anyone promising guaranteed employment for payment.
Applicants should also avoid sharing sensitive personal information with unverified individuals claiming to represent the organisation.
Candidates should verify each advertised position, including its availability and closing date, on the official UN recruitment platform before applying.
Official recruitment platforms
• United Nations Careers: careers.un.org/job-openings
• United Nations in Kenya: kenya.un.org/en/jobs
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