UNOPS Ethiopia Internship Vacancy 2026 – Project Management Intern

UNOPS Ethiopia Internship Vacancy 2026 – Project Management Intern

📍 Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
🏢 Organization: UNOPS – Horn of Africa Multi-Country Office (HAMCO)
📌 Position Type: Internship

📌 Internship Overview

UNOPS Horn of Africa Multi-Country Office (HAMCO) is offering an exciting Project Management Internship opportunity for young professionals and recent graduates interested in gaining practical experience within a United Nations operational environment. This internship is particularly suitable for candidates seeking exposure to project coordination, operational support, and international development work in the Horn of Africa region.

Qualified female candidates and individuals from underrepresented groups within the UNOPS workforce are strongly encouraged to apply.

🌍 About UNOPS – Horn of Africa Multi-Country Office

UNOPS supports the Governments and people of Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, and Djibouti through the delivery of infrastructure, procurement, and project management services. The Horn of Africa Multi-Country Office operates in alignment with national development priorities and the UN “Delivering as One” framework to ensure efficient and sustainable project implementation.

📋 Internship Details

• Position Title: Project Management Intern
• Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Reports To: Project Assistant
• Internship Type: Full-Time Internship

🎯 Key Responsibilities

• Support project planning, coordination, and implementation activities
• Assist with monitoring project progress and maintaining documentation
• Contribute to operational efficiency and cost control measures
• Support administrative and logistical tasks related to project delivery
• Help maintain an organized, professional, and welcoming office environment
• Perform other project-related duties as assigned by the supervisor

🎓 Education Requirements

Required

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), OR
• Current enrollment in a postgraduate program, OR
• Graduation from a relevant postgraduate program within the last three (3) years prior to the internship start date

Preferred Fields of Study

• Business Administration
• Project Management
• Hospitality Management
• Or other closely related disciplines

💼 Experience Requirements

• No prior work experience is required
• This position is suitable for fresh graduates and entry-level candidates

🗣 Language Requirements

• Fluency in English (written and spoken) – required
• Fluency in Amharic – required

⏳ Application Deadline

📅 January 27, 2026

📝 How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply online through the official UNOPS recruitment platform.

🔗 Apply Online (UNOPS Careers Portal)

📌 Important Notes

• Female candidates and applicants from underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Late applications will not be considered