JOB OVERVIEW
Position: National Internship – Disability Inclusion Intern
Organization: UNFPA (United Nations Population Fund)
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Date Posted: May 1, 2025
Application Deadline: May 13, 2025
Type: Internship (Full-time)
About UNFPA
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the lead UN agency committed to delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. With its Strategic Plan (2022–2025), UNFPA focuses on three transformative results:
✅ Ending preventable maternal deaths
✅ Ending unmet needs for family planning
✅ Ending gender-based violence and harmful practices
At UNFPA, we are driven by equity, inclusiveness, and human dignity. We strongly encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and underrepresented communities.
Internship Summary
The Disability Inclusion Intern will support UNFPA Ethiopia’s country program to ensure disability inclusion across program design, implementation, and monitoring efforts. This is a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in inclusive development, UN programmatic work, and international standards related to human rights and disability rights.
Responsibilities
As a Disability Inclusion Intern, you will:
- Support disability audits and accessibility assessments of UNFPA service outlets and offices
- Assist in developing and implementing UNFPA Ethiopia’s Disability Inclusion Capacity Building package
- Work with the communications team to ensure advocacy materials are accessible and inclusive
- Contribute to coordination efforts such as LNOB (Leave No One Behind) meetings and related platforms
- Support administrative and operational tasks as required
Qualifications
To be eligible, you must:
- Be enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program
- Demonstrate interest in development, disability inclusion, or related fields
- Have excellent written and spoken English
- Be able to adapt to diverse work environments and collaborate across cultures
Preferred:
- Prior volunteer or internship experience in development or humanitarian work
- Strong research, analytical, and writing skills
- Knowledge of additional UN languages is an asset
Key Competencies
- Integrity and commitment to UNFPA values
- Embracing diversity and change
- Results-driven and accountable
- Analytical and strategic thinking
- Teamwork and self-management
Compensation & Benefits
UNFPA offers a competitive intern stipend, learning opportunities, and the chance to contribute to high-impact projects within the UN system. Interns gain access to global networks and exposure to professional development opportunities.
Inclusion & Equal Opportunity
UNFPA is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment. We strongly encourage:
✔️ Women and persons with disabilities
✔️ Ethnic minorities and indigenous applicants
In accordance with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, applicants are encouraged to state their disability status and request any reasonable accommodation in their cover letter.
How to Apply
To apply, visit the official application portal
Deadline: May 13, 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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