Human Resources Management Intern – Staff Benefits Unit

Internship Opportunity

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Management Intern to join its Staff Benefits Unit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Position: Human Resources Management Intern – Staff Benefits Unit
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Duration: 6 Months
Employment Type: Full-Time Internship
Work Arrangement: On-site
Application Deadline: July 2, 2026

Organizational Overview

The Staff Benefits Unit oversees the administration of employee benefits and entitlements while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures. The unit plays a key role in delivering efficient human resource services to staff members.

The selected intern will support administrative operations, records management, and coordination activities related to archived staff documentation. The role will be carried out under the supervision of the Chief of the Staff Benefits Unit and/or the Staff Benefits Officer.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing routine reports, tracking sheets, and data summaries to support unit activities.
• Collaborate with the Strategy and Information Management Unit in reviewing and auditing archived records.
• Support the examination of archived files to ensure completeness and proper documentation.
• Help identify missing, incomplete, or inconsistent records and assist in corrective follow-up actions.
• Contribute to the collection, compilation, and submission of monthly reports and data inputs.
• Perform additional administrative and operational tasks assigned by supervisors as part of professional development and learning.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

• Be currently enrolled in or have completed a graduate-level academic program (Master’s degree or equivalent); or
• Be enrolled in or have completed the final year of a Bachelor's degree program or equivalent.

Preferred Fields of Study

• Human Resource Management
• Business Administration
• Information Management
• Related disciplines

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of another official United Nations language is considered an advantage.

Diversity and Inclusion

The United Nations is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications from women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the internship coordinator for support.

Internship Conditions

• This internship is unpaid.
• Interns are responsible for all expenses related to travel, accommodation, visas, insurance, and living costs.
• Non-citizens or non-permanent residents of Ethiopia may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization before beginning the internship.

Important Notice

The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application submission, interviews, assessments, or training. Applicants should never provide banking information as part of the recruitment process.

About UNECA

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) works to promote economic and social development across Africa through policy support, research, and regional cooperation initiatives.