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UN Specialized AgencyHQ: Geneva, Switzerland

Overview

The International Labour Organization is the UN specialized agency for labour rights, decent work and social justice. ILO brings together governments, employers and workers to set international labour standards, support employment policy, strengthen social protection and improve working conditions. ILO roles often involve labour policy, development cooperation, social protection, project management, monitoring and evaluation, enterprise development, administration, finance, research, legal work and technical support across headquarters, regional offices and country programmes.

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Current ILO jobs

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National Project Coordinator, TRIANGLE Partnerships

ILOVientiane, Lao PDR
Professional (NOB)13 days leftYesterday
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Project and Finance Assistant

ILOKyiv, Ukraine
General (G-6)10 days left2 days ago
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Programme Manager

ILOGeneva, Switzerland
Professional (P-5)11 days left2 days ago
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Senior Project Administrative Assistant, IRIS

ILOVientiane, Laos
General (G-6)11 days left2 days ago
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Programme Technical Officer, ILO/Korea Partnership Programme

ILOBangkok, Thailand
Professional (P-2)8 days left6 days ago
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Project Officer

ILOManila, Philippines
Professional (NO-A)6 days left7 days ago
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Programme Finance and Administrative Assistant

ILOManila, Philippines
General (G-5)6 days left7 days ago
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Project/Programme Finance and Administrative Assistant

ILOWindhoek, Namibia
General (G-5)5 days left8 days ago
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Asistente Administrativo/a y de Finanzas de Proyecto

ILOAsuncion, Paraguay
General (G-5)3 days left9 days ago
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Technical Project Officer

ILOYaoundé, Cameroon
Professional (P-2)5 days left13 days ago
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Technical Officer

ILOWindhoek, Namibia
Professional (P-2)2 days left16 days ago
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Project Manager

ILOAbidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Professional (P-4)2 days left19 days ago
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Information Security Operations Officer

ILOGeneva, Switzerland
Professional (P-3)14 days left19 days ago
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Monitoring and Knowledge Management Officer

ILOAbidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Professional (P-3)2 days left19 days ago
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Information Security Operations Officer

ILOGeneva, Switzerland
Professional (P-3)14 days left19 days ago

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Career guide

Applying for ILO jobs

ILO vacancies can use different contract types, grades and selection methods. Start with the individual vacancy requirements and match your application to its education, experience, language and location criteria.

How to apply

  1. 1Choose a vacancy that matches your experience and read its exact duties, qualifications and deadline on IGO Jobs.
  2. 2Follow the vacancy's application link to ILO's official recruitment system and complete the required profile and documents.
  3. 3Submit before the stated deadline and retain the confirmation from the official platform.

Recruitment process

A typical ILO process can include eligibility screening, technical review, shortlisting, an assessment or interview, reference checks and a final decision. The sequence and timing depend on the role and contract type, and only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.

Salary and benefits

ILO compensation depends on the contract category, grade, duty station and whether the position is locally or internationally recruited. Allowances and benefits can also differ, so use the terms in the individual vacancy or offer as the authoritative details.

Requirements and selection stages vary by vacancy. Always use the individual job page and its linked official source as the final authority.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions about ILO careers

How do I apply for jobs at ILO?+

Open a current ILO vacancy, confirm that you meet its requirements, and follow the application link provided on the vacancy page. Complete the application on the organisation's official recruitment system before the stated deadline.

What qualifications are required for ILO jobs?+

Requirements vary by position. IGO Jobs cards and vacancy pages show the role's available grade, experience level, location and job function, while the full vacancy page lists exact education, years of experience, technical skills, languages and eligibility conditions.

Does ILO hire international applicants?+

ILO may advertise internationally recruited and locally recruited roles. Eligibility is stated on each vacancy, so applicants should check the contract category, duty station and any nationality or work-authorisation requirements.

How long does the ILO recruitment process take?+

There is no single fixed timeline. Screening, assessments, interviews, reference checks and approvals can vary by role. Applicants should monitor the official recruitment account and the email address used in their application.

Does ILO charge an application fee?+

Legitimate international-organisation recruitment processes do not require candidates to pay a fee to submit an application. Treat requests for payment or sensitive financial information with caution and verify the vacancy through its official source.

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