UN Youth Office
United Nations Youth Office
Overview
The United Nations Youth Office is the UN Secretariat's dedicated entity for youth affairs. It advances meaningful youth participation, coordinates UN-system work with and for young people, and promotes youth leadership across sustainable development, peace and security, human rights and humanitarian action. Roles may involve policy, partnerships, youth engagement, communications, programme management and coordination.
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Applying for UN Youth Office jobs
UN Youth Office 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
- 1Choose a vacancy that matches your experience and read its exact duties, qualifications and deadline on IGO Jobs.
- 2Follow the vacancy's application link to UN Youth Office's official recruitment system and complete the required profile and documents.
- 3Submit before the stated deadline and retain the confirmation from the official platform.
Recruitment process
A typical UN Youth Office 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
UN Youth Office 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.
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Frequently asked questions about UN Youth Office careers
How do I apply for jobs at UN Youth Office?+
Open a current UN Youth Office 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 UN Youth Office 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 UN Youth Office hire international applicants?+
UN Youth Office 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 UN Youth Office 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 UN Youth Office 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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