Fellowship at UNFPA Special Youth Programme


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UNFPA is currently recruiting for a group of fellows to start their fellowships in April/May. No explicit deadline has been stated by UNFPA. Objective This programme is designed to give young people from developing countries opportunities to engage in policy development and programming; to help build the capacity of young people; and to sensitize both the young people and UNFPA staff on partnering to address adolescent and youth issues. During the course of the programme, fellows will: Attend and participate in UNFPA and UN events and meetings as appropriate Undertake research and writing assignments Contribute to ongoing projects and programmes Organize a final presentation to UNFPA HQ staff on their projects and fellowships in Headquarters Interact with the New York local youth community on at least one occasion Develop a relationship with the Regional and Country Office and provide updates on their activities during the HQ fellowship Provide updates to HQ during fellowship at Regional or Country Office In addition to development opportunities to experience working with a UN agency such as UNFPA, all qualified candidates will be provided the following: Cost of return travel from country of origin Assistance with travel documents and visa requirements Health insurance Housing arrangements Subsistence allowance (for meals and other basic needs) A workstation and internet access Opportunities to be mentored by UNFPA staff on issues of interest Administrative assistance as required Qualifications and Experience Criteria: Candidates must have some programme experience in areas of UNFPA’s mandate. These areas include: young people’s sexual and reproductive health, reproductive rights, humanitarian response, population, gender, culture, human rights, HIV prevention, poverty reduction, and sustainable livelihoods. Eligibility: The following are the eligibility requirements for applying to this programme: Aged between 20-24 years old during the fellowship Residence and nationality of a developing country (Applicants from developed countries will not be considered for this programme, but are invited to apply for UNFPA’s regular internship programme) Established interest and dedication to development issues through previous experiences or affiliation with a youth network or NGO working on development issues Basic leadership and advocacy skills Basic understanding of issues of importance to UNFPA and what the organization stands for English language skills (written and oral) Commitment to return to home country to undertake follow up work with young people How to apply online click here For more informatin, please contact awasthi@unfpa.org Views (1545)
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