UNDP Seeks a Project Officer Job 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya
Overview
The United Nations Development Programme is hiring a Project Officer in Nairobi, Kenya, within the Nature, Climate and Energy practice area. This office-based position supports the National Plastic Action Partnership Secretariat, hosted by UNDP Kenya in partnership with the Global Plastic Action Partnership. The role involves coordinating strategic and operational activities to reduce plastic pollution and advance a circular plastics economy in the country. The contract type is a National Personnel Service Agreement at grade NPSA-8 with a duration of one year, and the vacancy is open to both internal and external applicants with no mobility required.
Who can apply
Applicants must be fluent in both English and Swahili. Candidates are required to hold either a Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline such as environment, public policy, environmental engineering, international development, management, or social sciences, which requires no prior professional experience. Alternatively, candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field may apply if they possess a minimum of two years of qualifying professional experience. Relevant background in sustainable development, waste management, environmental policy, circular economy, public-private partnerships, or climate programmes is highly valuable.
Requirements
The position requires experience in programme or project management, as well as the ability to coordinate multi-stakeholder initiatives involving government, private sector, civil society, and development partners. Desirable competencies include working with international development organisations, managing teams and consultants, organising high-level policy dialogues, and translating research into practical policy recommendations. Candidates should demonstrate strong strategic thinking, facilitation, communication, partnership-building, and problem-solving skills.
How to apply
Interested individuals must submit their applications through the official UNDP careers recruitment platform. Applicants should ensure they complete the online application process and upload all necessary information prior to the closing date.
Key dates
The application deadline is 12 October 2026 at 5:59 a.m.