Fitness Instructor

Apply Before
19/09/25

Job Schedule
Part time, retainer (hourly paid)

Education

• A fitness instructor certification or a personal trainer certification
• A group training certification as part of your qualifications

Additional certifications relevant to boxing or functional training are considered a plus.

Work Experience

Boxing Instructor Role

We are looking for an instructor with experience teaching boxing or boxing-inspired group classes. Experience in other group fitness formats is an advantage.

Versatile Group Fitness Instructor Role
This role requires experience in leading a variety of group classes such as HIIT, functional training, and more low paced classes focused on body control and movement also including Pilates as well as Yoga.

Required Languages

Excellent knowledge of spoken English and good knowledge of written English.

Vacancy Timeline

15 working days

Background

UN City Copenhagen consists of two campuses with a combined workforce of approximately 2,000 employees. Campus 1, opened in 2013, hosts around 1,700 staff from 11 different UN agencies, representing 108 nationalities. Campus 2 is home to the UNICEF Supply Division, employing 400 people and housing the world’s largest humanitarian warehouse. The 11 resident UN agencies vary in size and mandate but are united by a shared commitment to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.

The UN City serves as a vibrant hub for inter-agency cooperation, knowledge sharing, and interdisciplinary work across sectors and fields.

Job Purpose and Organizational Context

The UN City Gym is a cornerstone of the UN City Health and Well-being services, offering over 25 weekly classes to more than 500 colleagues. We are currently seeking two fitness instructors to join our team.

Both instructors will be responsible for leading group fitness classes for small groups of approximately 10–12 participants, as well as offering personal training sessions based on member demand.

• One role is focused on fitness boxing, where the instructor will lead boxing-inspired classes. The ability to teach other formats is considered a plus.
• The second role involves teaching a variety of group training formats, ranging from high-intensity workouts to lower-intensity classes that emphasize body control and movement.

As an instructor, strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to engage with members in a personal yet professional manner are essential. The UN City Gym is defined by its non-intimidating and socially inclusive culture, and embracing this environment is key to success in the role.

You will be part of a team of five instructors, including the manager, covering a wide range of fitness disciplines such as Pilates, Yoga, HIIT, Strength Training, and Functional Training.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead group fitness classes
• Offer personal training sessions based on member interest and demand
• Be available to work morning hours (7–9 AM) and evening hours (5–6 PM) as part of a flexible schedule

Institutional Arrangement

Under the supervision of the fitness manager, the fitness instructor will provide services ensuring high quality and accuracy of work.

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Communication
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.

Customer Satisfaction/Client Management

• Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs.
• Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy.
• Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests.
• Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.

UN Policy Ethics: UN policy knowledge -ethics

• Knowledge and understanding of the UN staff regulations and rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity.

Demonstrate a strong commitment to the UN’s mission, vision, and values by upholding ethics and integrity, and by displaying sensitivity and adaptability across cultures, genders, religions, races, nationalities, and age groups.

Education:

• A fitness instructor certification or a personal trainer certification

• A group training certification as part of or separately from your qualifications

Experience

Boxing Instructor Role
We are looking for an instructor with experience teaching boxing or boxing-inspired group classes. The ideal candidate can deliver safe, engaging, and effective sessions for participants of all skill levels. Experience in other group fitness formats is an advantage.

Versatile Group Fitness Instructor Role
This role requires experience in leading a variety of group classes such as HIIT, functional training, and classes focused on body control and movement. The instructor should be skilled in adapting sessions to suit different fitness levels and group dynamics.

Skills

• Strong Communication Skills. Clearly explaining exercises, giving feedback, and motivating clients in an engaging and encouraging way.
• Professional Certification and Knowledge. Having formal training in fitness, anatomy, and safety practices.
• Empathy and People Skills. Understanding clients' individual needs and creating a supportive and safe environment.
• Consistency and Reliability. Being punctual, prepared, and dependable to build trust and credibility.
• Nice to have. Experience working in a multicultural or international environment.

Required Language (at working level): Good knowledge of written and excellent knowledge of spoken English.

CV and Cover letter needs to be in English and submitted on Jobindex. Interviews will be conducted in week 39 and we would like you to start teaching classes from early October.

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