UNAIDS (The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS) leads the global effort to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. UNAIDS brings together 11 UN co-sponsoring agencies, including UNICEF, WHO, UNDP, UN Women, UNESCO, and the World Bank, to drive a coordinated, evidence-based, and rights-focused HIV response worldwide.
Through its global secretariat and country offices, UNAIDS offers career and engagement opportunities for professionals committed to public health, human rights, gender equality, development, and global health policy.
What UNAIDS Offers
Working with UNAIDS provides a unique opportunity to contribute directly to global health impact at scale.
Key benefits include:
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Meaningful work contributing to the Global AIDS Strategy 2026–2031
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Engagement in policy, research, advocacy, data, and program implementation
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Collaboration with UN agencies, governments, civil society, and global partners
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Multicultural and international work environment
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Competitive UN remuneration packages (for staff roles)
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Opportunities to influence global HIV, inequality, and pandemic preparedness agendas
Areas of Work
UNAIDS opportunities span multiple focus and programme areas, including:
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HIV prevention, treatment, care, and human rights
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Gender equality and key populations
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Health systems strengthening and sustainability
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Inequality, pandemics, and social protection
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Data, research, monitoring, and transparency
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Communications, partnerships, and resource mobilization
Who Can Apply
UNAIDS vacancies and engagement opportunities are open to qualified professionals worldwide, depending on role requirements.
Typical eligibility includes:
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Relevant academic background (public health, social sciences, development, economics, law, communications, or related fields)
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Professional experience aligned with the role level
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Strong English proficiency (additional UN languages are an asset)
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Commitment to UN values, diversity, equity, and inclusion
UNAIDS strongly encourages applications from women, persons from underrepresented regions, and diverse backgrounds.
How to Apply
All current opportunities are published on the official UNAIDS careers portal.
Explore and apply for vacancies:
https://www.unaids.org/en/vacancies
Applicants should carefully review job descriptions, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for each role.
Why Work with UNAIDS
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Be part of the global UN system shaping health and development policy
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Contribute to ending AIDS while addressing inequality and pandemic risks
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Gain exposure to international policy processes and global partnerships
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Build a career aligned with impact, equity, and global solidarity
Contact and Additional Information
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Official website: https://www.unaids.org
- Global AIDS Strategy 2026–2031: https://www.unaids.org/en/global-aids-strategy-2026-2031