Coordination Intern

UN Women, anchored in the vision of equality enshrined in the United Nations Charter, is the global champion for gender equality and women's empowerment. Its UN System Coordination Division (UNSCD) leads and supports UN Women's coordination mandate across the entire UN system, ensuring that gender equality and women's empowerment remain central to UN policies, programmes, and measurable results.

As a Coordination Intern under the direct supervision of the UNSCD Deputy Director, you will play a hands-on role in supporting strategic planning, inter-agency coordination, and the operational management of the Division. This is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to high-level UN system coordination processes, gender equality advocacy, and multilateral policy development within a globally respected organisation.

• Support the development, consolidation, and monitoring of UNSCD's annual workplan, results frameworks, and strategic planning documents.
• Contribute to drafting strategic notes, concept notes, and internal planning documents to support the Deputy Director and UNSCD senior management.
• Assist in integrating gender equality and women's empowerment priorities into UN system-wide processes, common approaches, and inter-agency frameworks.
• Prepare briefing notes, background papers, and presentations for senior leadership engagements, inter-agency meetings, and external events.
• Compile, analyse, and maintain up-to-date information on UN system coordination mechanisms, technical bodies, and inter-agency processes relevant to UNSCD.
• Assist in coordination and follow-up on UNSCD activities across the UN system.
• Provide substantive and logistical support to the organisation of high-level inter-agency meetings and events, including CSW-related coordination and UN system consultations.
• Support Secretariat functions for relevant UNSCD working groups, task forces, or committees as assigned.
• Track action items, meeting outcomes, and correspondence to ensure timely follow-up by relevant focal points.
• Perform any other coordination and administrative tasks as requested by the supervisor.

• Demonstrate enrolment in or recent completion (within one year) of a bachelor's or postgraduate degree in International Relations, Gender Studies, Political Science, Development Studies, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Apply strong analytical thinking to synthesise complex information from multiple UN system sources into clear, concise documents and briefings.
• Produce well-structured written deliverables — including reports, concept notes, and presentations — with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate logistics and communications for high-level meetings, demonstrating attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of gender equality principles, women's empowerment frameworks, and the UN system's structure and mandates.
• Communicate effectively in English, both written and oral; proficiency in French or another UN language is an added advantage.
• Work collaboratively in a multicultural team environment, showing cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse perspectives.
• Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital collaboration tools.

This is an internship position. UN Women internships are typically unremunerated or offer a modest stipend in line with UN internship policies. Interns are expected to have their own health insurance and financial means to support themselves during the internship period. However, the position offers immense non-monetary value including exposure to UN system coordination at the highest level, mentorship from senior UN officials, and a globally recognised credential.

This role is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented individual who is passionate about gender equality, multilateral diplomacy, and UN system coordination. You thrive in fast-paced environments, can manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and are eager to learn from seasoned professionals. Graduates or current students in their final year of a relevant degree who have a keen interest in international development, policy, or gender advocacy are strongly encouraged to apply.

This role is not suitable for candidates who are not currently enrolled in or have not recently completed an academic programme, those without a demonstrated interest in gender equality or UN system work, or those seeking a fully autonomous role with no supervisory structure.

• Visit the UN Women careers portal and search for the Coordination Intern vacancy under the UNSCD.
• Complete the online application form and upload your updated CV and a motivation letter clearly outlining your interest in gender equality and UN system coordination.
• Include copies of your academic transcripts or proof of enrolment.
• Ensure your application is submitted before the stated deadline of 31 May 2028.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment or interviews.