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.

Grants/Financial Support

All selected candidates will be provided:

– 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

Candidates should:

– be between 20-24 years old during the fellowship

– be residents and nationals 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)

– have established interest and dedication to development issues through previous experiences or affiliation with a youth network or NGO working on development issues

– have basic leadership and advocacy skills

– have basic understanding of issues of importance to UNFPA and what the organization stands for

– have English language skills (written and oral)

– have a commitment to return to home country to undertake follow up work with young people