HR Intern – Support DEI and HR Operations

About the role

This internship offers a hands‑on opportunity to support human‑resources functions while contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within a UN‑affiliated environment. The intern will work onsite in Nairobi, collaborating with various HR and DEI working groups.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and monitoring the ESAMCO DEI Strategy Action Plan.
• Support PSEAH, Gender, DEI, and related UNOPS working groups.
• Help organise awareness campaigns, workshops, and learning initiatives on inclusion, safeguarding, gender equality and workplace culture.
• Track action items from culture surveys, learning and development plans, and other organisational initiatives.
• Collect data, prepare reports, coordinate meetings, and manage documentation and communications.
• Review Terms of Reference (ToRs) for format, grammar and quality before advertisement.
• Conduct reference checks and ensure completion of mandatory training courses.
• Process interview reports, assist with contract extensions, and liaise with third‑party recruitment agencies.
• Provide logistical support for interviews, trainings and events.
• Maintain personnel records and training databases, and contribute to knowledge‑sharing practices.

Required profile

• Minimum first‑level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in Human Resources, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Business Administration or a related field, or enrollment in a postgraduate programme (or graduation within three years).
• No prior work experience required; experience in gender development, HR, organisational culture, safeguarding or inclusion is a plus.

Required skills

What we offer

• Practical experience in HR operations and DEI initiatives within an international organization.
• Exposure to UN‑related processes and multi‑stakeholder collaboration.
• Professional development through workshops, trainings and mentorship.