Disaster Risk Reduction Intern (Disaster Risk Governance)
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction · NAIROBI · Apply by November 11, 2026
About this role
Work Location In Person Expected duration 6 Months Duties and Responsibilities Background: Created in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point within the United Nations system for coordinating efforts to reduce disaster risk and ensuring coherence among disaster reduction activities across the United Nations, regional organizations, and partners in both developed and developing countries. Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) for Disaster Risk Reduction, UNDRR has over 150 staff members located at its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and in regional offices worldwide. UNDRR guides, monitors, analyzes, and reports on the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015–2030. It supports regional and national implementation of the Framework and catalyzes action to strengthen resilience and reduce disaster risk. The organization works closely with UN Member States and a wide range of stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector, parliamentarians, and the science and technology community. This internship is located in the UNDRR Regional…