Intern – Programme Support

About the role

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN‑Habitat) Regional Office for Arab States in Cairo is seeking a motivated intern to support its Programme Support function. Working under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer for SDG Localization & NUA Advancement, the intern will contribute to research, analysis and coordination activities that inform UN‑Habitat’s work across 18 Arab countries.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in programme development through research, analysis and presentation of key issues.
• Support UN‑Habitat’s engagement with member states, the League of Arab States, ESCWA and other regional intergovernmental bodies, tracking priorities and follow‑up actions.
• Research and analyse the impact of ongoing crises in the Middle East on urban development and related programme priorities.
• Map strategic priorities of governments and Country Offices to inform UN‑Habitat’s programme positioning.
• Monitor and document regional political and humanitarian developments relevant to UN‑Habitat’s mandate.
• Coordinate collection, verification and consolidation of data from regional colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
• Draft and visualise presentations, concept notes and other communication materials.
• Track schedules, deadlines and action points for various projects.

Required profile

• Works under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Programme Officer, SDG Localization & NUA Advancement Programme.

Required skills