Status: likely closed. This vacancy was published in August 2026 and its closing date has likely passed. Use this guide for reference only and confirm the current status on the employer’s official page before applying.
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) has listed a Legal Specialist vacancy with Nairobi among the available duty stations. The opportunity was identified through MyJobMag Kenya and checked against the official UNOPS Careers Marketplace record. The official notice is marked Internal candidates only, so prospective applicants should confirm that they are eligible before investing time in an application.
Key details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) |
| Position | Legal Specialist, Commercial |
| Duty stations | Amman, Bangkok, Copenhagen, Geneva, home-based, or Nairobi |
| Seniority | Mid-level |
| Classification | ICS 10; IICA 2 |
| Contract | ICA – IICA – Regular |
| Duration | Ongoing, according to the official posting |
| Experience | At least five years of relevant legal experience |
| Closing date | 30 August 2026; applications must arrive before midnight Copenhagen time |
| Eligibility notice | The official posting is marked Internal candidates only |
What the Legal Specialist Would Do
The role sits within UNOPS’ Legal Group and focuses on commercial legal support for project offices and other organizational units. The work includes advising on agreements, procurement contracts, grants, partnerships, hosted initiatives, joint programmes, and funding arrangements.
The specialist explains legal and policy requirements to project teams and advises them on how to proceed. The specialist may help resolve implementation questions, participate in negotiations with external parties, coordinate with outside counsel and other legal advisers, and identify risks that could affect UNOPS financially or reputationally.
The official vacancy also describes policy-development and knowledge-management responsibilities. These include helping update precedents and templates, contributing to internal guidance, supporting cross-functional improvements, and delivering training on commercial matters. If assigned a regional focal-point role, the specialist would coordinate legal support for a region and help maintain consistency across advice and strategy.
Required Education and Experience
UNOPS requires an advanced university degree in law, such as a J.D., LL.M., or equivalent. A first-level law degree from an accredited university may be accepted with two additional qualifying years of experience in lieu of the advanced degree.
The official posting requires at least five years of relevant experience as a lawyer in areas such as commercial law, international law, public international law, or commercial dispute resolution. Candidates should also be able to conduct legal analysis and research, draft accurately and clearly under pressure, and explain complex legal concepts to different audiences.
The listing highlights analytical skills, corporate law, legal advice, legal research, legal writing, negotiation, and risk management. Commercial-law experience gained in a law firm or international organization is described as desirable. English fluency is required, while French or Spanish fluency is desirable.
Important Eligibility and Safety Notes
This vacancy is restricted to internal candidates. UNOPS labels it Internal candidates only, and applicants should read the official record carefully to determine whether they meet that condition. Publication here does not change that eligibility restriction.
UNOPS states that it does not request payments at any stage of recruitment. Applications must be submitted through the official UNOPS Careers Marketplace before the stated closing time, and only shortlisted candidates will continue to later stages. Ignore anyone asking for money, gift cards, processing fees, or unofficial documents in exchange for an interview.
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Verification and Sources
Verification note: This summary was checked against the official UNOPS vacancy record on 24 August 2026. Check the official UNOPS page for eligibility, the closing time and the current application status.
MyJobMag Kenya was used to identify the opportunity. The role details, duty stations, eligibility notice, and deadline were checked against the official UNOPS vacancy before publication. Readers should always confirm the current status on the employer’s website.
MyJobMag Kenya listing for this opportunity
UNOPS official vacancy record
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