Gender Equality Research and Policy Specialist ConsultantUN WomenBeirut, Lebanon13 days leftMid level · CON2 days agoUN & IGO jobs in Beirut
Lebanon
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- C Hardship
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- 8 organizations
- Active roles
- 19 active roles
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Gender Equality Research and Policy Specialist ConsultantUN WomenBeirut, Lebanon13 days leftMid level · CON2 days ago
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About Beirut
Lebanon is an Eastern Mediterranean country centred socially on Beirut. Dense neighbourhoods, waterfront districts, universities and public institutions give the city proximity and energy, but conditions are uneven and can change quickly.
Practical life requires flexible planning. Traffic, roadblocks and service changes can disrupt travel, while limited grid electricity makes reliable household arrangements important. Neighbourhood choice determines access to daily services. Local networks and contingency plans matter alongside the city’s social and cultural amenities.
Lebanon has an international-organization role. Beirut is the permanent headquarters of ESCWA, the UN regional commission for Western Asia, and hosts 26 UN agencies, funds and programmes. UNIFIL operates from southern Lebanon, adding a separate peacekeeping dimension. Together these presences span regional policy, humanitarian coordination, peace and security, governance, protection, recovery and sustainable development.
Beirut Hiring Trends
(Past 12 months)- Jobs this month
- 50
- Jobs last month
- 10
- Most active month
- October ’26
- Most active organization
ESCWA
Top Skills
- Report Writing (33%)
- Data Analysis (17%)
- Data Visualization (15%)
- Policy Analysis (13%)
- Capacity Building (12%)
Top Job Functions
- Policy, Governance & International Affairs22%
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Knowledge18%
- Data, AI & Analytics12%
- Programme & Project Management11%
- IT, Software & Cybersecurity7%
Top Sectors
- Digital Technology & Connectivity22%
- Economic Development & Poverty Reduction18%
- Governance, Democracy & Public Institutions18%
- Humanitarian Response & Disaster Risk17%
- Refugees, Migration & Displacement13%
Top Contract Types
- Consultancy63%
- Roster15%
- Temporary10%
Experience Levels
- Mid level50%
- Senior level28%
- Entry level12%
- Intern / Grad7%
Required Languages
- English95%
- Arabic68%
- French8%
Most Advertised Grades
- G-57%
- I-13%
- 142%
- 152%
- A12%
- D-12%
Top hiring Organizations
Guides & Info
Explore official local information, UN employment guidance and practical resources for working in Beirut.
Useful links
UN salary
- Hardship classification[1]
- C Effective 2026-10-01
Career guides
How to apply for jobs in Beirut
Compare Lebanon vacancies on IGOJobs.com, then apply through the official portal named by the hiring employer. Beirut listings may be for a UN Secretariat entity, agency, fund, NGO or project partner, each with a different account and contract regime. Check whether the position is Beirut-based, field-based or regional and whether it is international or nationally recruited.
1Identify the employer and duty station+
Read the original notice and confirm the legal employer, worksite, travel expectation, contract type, duration and eligibility. A Beirut regional role and a country-programme field assignment can have different language, security and relocation conditions.
2Complete the correct application profile+
Use Inspira for UN Secretariat openings and the employer’s own portal for agencies and partners. Complete every mandatory field and retain the vacancy. An application in one organisation’s system does not transfer to another.
3Tailor Arabic and programme evidence+
Arabic is important for national engagement, communities and local documentation; English is essential for many international roles and French can be valuable. Demonstrate results in protection, health, education, WASH, food security, humanitarian coordination, rights or partner management that directly match the notice.
4Verify appointment and residence terms+
National or locally recruited roles can require Lebanese nationality or local eligibility. Ordinary foreign employment involves Ministry of Labour authorisation, a work permit and General Security residence formalities. Eligible staff of covered international organizations can have employer-led protocol arrangements.
5Prepare for selection and relocation+
Expect written assessments, technical tests, interviews and references. Before moving, confirm salary, insurance, security arrangements, travel restrictions, family eligibility, work-permit or protocol route, accommodation support and the actual reporting location.
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Questions about careers in Beirut
Do I need Lebanese nationality for a UN job?
No for all positions. Internationally recruited appointments can be open to qualified applicants of multiple nationalities, while National Officer, General Service, local consultancy and country-programme roles may require Lebanese nationality, residency or local work eligibility. The vacancy notice controls.
Is Arabic required for international roles?
Arabic is frequently important for work with institutions, communities and local partners. English is widely used in Beirut’s international and regional offices, and French can be valuable. Follow the advertised requirements exactly and do not assume an English-language application form removes Arabic expectations.
Do staff need a Lebanese work permit?
Not necessarily. Ordinary foreign workers generally follow Ministry of Labour and General Security procedures. Eligible international-organization staff can have employer-led protocol arrangements under the applicable agreement. HR must identify the correct route for your legal employer and contract before travel.
Are all duty stations in Beirut?
No. Beirut is the main hub, but programmes can operate in Tripoli, Tyre, the Bekaa and other locations. Security conditions, commuting, travel, family eligibility and office facilities differ. Confirm the written offer and current organizational security briefing.
Can I apply without previous UN experience?
Yes when the vacancy does not require it. Relevant NGO, government, humanitarian, research, health or private-sector work can be competitive when it proves the stated technical and behavioural criteria. Show specific outcomes, stakeholders and responsibilities rather than only broad regional exposure.
How do I avoid recruitment scams?
Use only the official portal linked from the employer’s vacancy. The UN in Lebanon has warned about false vacancy claims and does not charge candidates at any stage. Do not send money, banking details or identity documents outside the formal recruitment process.
Sources
- Hardship: ICSC mobility and hardship classification
- Jobs and hiring trends: IGO Jobs database and methodology