• Internship

Procurement and Logistics Intern

UN Development Programme


Overview

  • Experience: Not Specified
  • Min. Education level: Bachelor's Degree
  • Specialism: Procurement & Logistics
  • Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2025
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Vacancy Description
  • Internship
  • Nairobi
  • October 6, 2025

About UNDP

UNDP is striving to ensure its procurement function and practices are an integral part of UNDP’s competitive advantage as a development partner of choice. This requires placing more attention on strategically integrating. procurement at the project design stage, stimulating innovation in specifications and technologies, and adopting more sustainable production and consumption practices that align with UNDPs sustainable development goals. Sustainable procurement means making sure products, services, and purchases are as sustainable as possible with the lowest environmental impact and most positive social results. In implementing UNDP strategic procurement priorities, Country Offices will strive to use flexible methods for high-value/low-risk and timely delivery that meet the needs of these clients and key stakeholder

Contract Duration
6 months
Education & Work Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
Other Criteria
Procurement, or a related field

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the DRR (O) and the direct guidance and supervision of the Operations Manager, the Procurement and Logistics Intern ensures support to the Procurement and Transport Unit.

Duties and Responsibilities

The purpose of this internship is to provide an opportunity for graduate-level students to enhance their educational experience through practical work. The selected candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:

  • Assisting with Procurement Processes: Support the procurement team by following established procedures and guidelines.
  • Supplier roster: Support on the establishment of a supplier rosters for goods and service.
  • Documentation and Categorization: Create and maintain organized records for all procurement submissions.
  • Digital Record Management: Organize and maintain digital records related to procurement activities.
  • Office Support: Contribute to daily office duties and tasks as needed.
  • Additional Activities: Provide support for any other procurement-related activities as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Applicants at the time of application, applicants must meet one of the following

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Procurement, or a related field. (such as a master’s programme, or higher) or completed Degree not more than one Year during the application
  • Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent)
  • Have recently graduated with a university degree and if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation.

Experience:

  • Working experience in procurement and/or Logistics is an asset but not required.
  • Proficient with managing Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, databases and any ERP systems.
  • A desire to work with and gain the confidence and respect of people with different language, national and cultural backgrounds

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