12 Global Opportunities You Can Apply For Before the Deadlines Close: Fellowships, UN Consultancies, Internships & Research Roles

From climate policy and women’s economic empowerment to public health, child protection, social justice, and research leadership, several international organizations are currently accepting applications for opportunities designed for students, early-career professionals, researchers, and experienced specialists.

Here are some highlighted opportunities with upcoming deadlines.

1. UN Women Communications Consultant — Home-Based International Consultancy

Deadline: 24 July 2026

UN Women is recruiting home-based international consultants to support communications and advocacy work under its Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) and Migration portfolio.

The consultant will contribute to communication strategies, digital campaigns, content creation, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge-sharing activities across Asia and the Pacific.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing social media content and digital communication materials
• Supporting campaigns such as #BuyForEqual and #TransformCare
• Preparing presentations, newsletters, reports, and advocacy materials
• Managing communication workflows and digital assets
• Supporting events, webinars, and knowledge products

Applicants should have:

✅ A master’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, digital media, or related fields
✅ At least two years of professional experience in communications, advocacy, or digital engagement
✅ Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
✅ Experience working in multicultural environments

This is a retainer consultancy, meaning selected consultants may receive assignments when services are required during the contract period.

2. UNICEF Child Participatory Research Consultants — Long-Term Arrangement (LTA)

Deadline: 22 July 2026

UNICEF Innocenti is inviting researchers with expertise in child participatory research to apply for a Long-Term Arrangement (LTA).

The opportunity focuses on research that involves children as active participants in shaping evidence, research questions, and solutions affecting their lives.

Selected consultants may support:

• Designing child participatory research studies
• Developing research tools and methodologies
• Conducting qualitative research with children
• Training UNICEF teams on participatory approaches
• Supporting evidence generation for child-focused policies

Ideal candidates should have:

✅ Master’s degree with strong qualitative research training
✅ More than five years of experience conducting research with children
✅ Experience working in diverse contexts, including the Global South
✅ Strong research, facilitation, and analytical skills
✅ English proficiency plus another language advantage

This arrangement creates a pathway for recurring consultancy opportunities with UNICEF.

3. Green Climate Fund Policy Internship — Republic of Korea

Deadline: 22 July 2026

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is offering a six-month paid internship with its Independent Evaluation Unit in Songdo, Incheon, Korea.

The internship provides exposure to climate finance governance, evaluation policy, and multilateral decision-making.

The intern will support:

• Climate policy research
• Evaluation policy reviews
• Benchmarking analysis
• Preparation of policy briefs
• Knowledge management
• Board meeting preparation

Requirements include:

✅ Master’s or PhD studies in public policy, international development, environmental studies, law, political science, or related fields
✅ Knowledge of qualitative research methods
✅ Strong writing and analytical abilities
✅ Interest in climate finance and international institutions

Remuneration: US$1,600 per month

4. HSRC Stakeholder and Partnership Officer — South Africa

Deadline: 24 July 2026

The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) is hiring a Stakeholder and Partnership Officer in Pretoria.

This permanent role sits within the Research Impact Division and focuses on strengthening partnerships that translate research into social impact.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing institutional partnerships
• Supporting Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs)
• Coordinating stakeholder engagements
• Reporting partnership outcomes
• Supporting research visibility initiatives

Requirements:

✅ Degree in social sciences, public administration, international relations, development studies, or business administration
✅ 3–5 years of relevant experience
✅ Strong relationship-building and communication skills
✅ Understanding of research environments

5. KWI International Fellowships — Germany

Deadline: 17 August 2026

The Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities (KWI) in Essen, Germany, is accepting applications for its six-month international fellowship programme.

The fellowship runs from:

1 April 2027 – 30 September 2027

The programme supports researchers in:

• Humanities
• Cultural studies
• Social sciences

Applicants must:

✅ Hold a PhD
✅ Have completed their PhD in 2021 or later
✅ Be within six years of postdoctoral experience

Selected fellows receive:

• €3,000 monthly allowance before tax
• Research infrastructure
• Office space
• Academic networking opportunities

6. Humboldt University Berlin Postdoctoral Researcher — Germany

Deadline: 15 August 2026

Humboldt University is recruiting a three-year Postdoctoral Researcher for the DEMO-AIM project.

The project explores AI-supported memorial interventions and democratic resilience.

The researcher will work on:

• Survey experiments
• Field experiments
• Quantitative research
• Political science publications

Candidates should have:

✅ PhD or near completion in political science or related disciplines
✅ Experience with quantitative methods
✅ Knowledge of causal inference and experiments
✅ Strong academic publication potential

The position offers a salary based on Germany’s TV-L E13 scale.

7. UNICEF Digital Fundraising Project Manager Consultant — Remote

Deadline: 15 July 2026

UNICEF is hiring a consultant to support its Global Giving Platform 2.0 project.

The role focuses on digital fundraising systems, e-commerce platforms, and global product management.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing CMS/DXP implementation
• Supporting digital fundraising platforms
• Coordinating global stakeholders
• Improving donor experience
• Supporting technology rollouts

Applicants should have:

✅ Advanced degree in technology, marketing, digital media, engineering, or related fields
✅ Five years of experience managing CMS platforms
✅ Experience with digital products and international teams

8. UN Advanced Training on Children and Armed Conflict (CAAC)

Deadline: 13 July 2026

Professionals working in child protection, humanitarian action, peacebuilding, and human rights can apply for the Third Edition of the Free Online Advanced Training on Children and Armed Conflict.

The programme consists of eight live online sessions.

Participants will learn how to:

• Mainstream the CAAC agenda
• Advocate for children affected by conflict
• Apply a CAAC perspective to humanitarian and development work
• Build partnerships with relevant actors

The training is developed with the Office of the UN Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict and UNSSC.

9. Global Public Health Credentialing Board Volunteer & Internship Programme

Applications are currently open.

GPHCB is recruiting:

• Social Media Marketing Assistants
• Content Marketing Assistants
• Executive Assistants

The programme is suitable for:

• Students
• Recent graduates
• Early-career professionals

Participants gain experience in:

✅ Public health communication
✅ Digital learning initiatives
✅ Content development
✅ Administrative coordination
✅ Professional networking

10. Climate Action Project Officer — 2050Today

Deadline: 31 July 2026

2050Today is recruiting a Climate Action Project Officer.

The organisation is seeking candidates who have:

✅ Strong project management skills
✅ Fluency in French and English
✅ Stakeholder engagement experience
✅ Passion for climate action

The role focuses on delivering climate initiatives and coordinating partnerships.

11. European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN) Policy and Advocacy Assistant — Brussels

Deadline: 20 August 2026

EAPN is offering a six-month paid placement in Brussels under the Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle scheme.

The assistant will support:

• EU poverty and social inclusion policy monitoring
• Policy brief preparation
• Advocacy activities
• Civil society engagement
• Workshops and events

Suitable candidates should have:

✅ Recent degree in political science, public policy, European studies, law, social sciences, or related fields
✅ Strong research and writing skills
✅ Interest in social justice and human rights

12. APHA Maternal and Child Health Student Fellows Programme 2026–2027

Deadline: 24 July 2026

The Maternal and Child Health Section of the American Public Health Association is accepting applications for its Student Fellows Programme.

The programme aims to develop future leaders in maternal and child health.

Benefits include:

• Leadership development
• Networking opportunities
• Participation in the APHA Annual Meeting
• Opportunities to engage with public health leaders
• Continued involvement in the MCH Section

Ideal applicants include graduate and professional students interested in maternal and child health.

Final Reminder: Upcoming Deadlines

These opportunities span research, international development, climate action, public health, communications, human rights, and policy, offering pathways for both emerging professionals and experienced specialists to contribute to global impact.