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UNV Youth — 12-month Paid Assignment 2026

The UNICEF UNV Youth on the Move Programme provides a 12-month paid UN Volunteer assignment to talented refugee, asylum-seeking, internally displaced, and migrant youth. Through this programme, participants will have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience.

Duration: 12 months
Funding: Paid volunteer assignment (stipend provided)
Location: Global
Eligibility: Youth aged 18–29
Host: UNV (United Nations Volunteers)
apply-url: https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1784888021267601

The UNICEF UNV Youth on the Move Programme is a 12-month paid initiative that aims to provide opportunities to refugee, asylum-seeking, internally displaced, and migrant youth. This programme is run by the United Nations and is designed to help these youth gain work experience. The programme will support 12 months of work.

Overview

The programme aims to provide refugee, asylum-seeking, internally displaced, and migrant youth with the opportunity to gain paid work experience through a 12-month UN Volunteer assignment.

  • 12-month paid UN Volunteer assignment
  • Opportunity for refugee, asylum-seeking, internally displaced, and migrant youth to gain work experience
  • Promotes the inclusion of systematically excluded youth in the workforce

Eligibility

The programme is open to refugee, asylum-seeking, internally displaced, and migrant youth.

  • Must be a refugee, asylum-seeker, internally displaced person, or migrant

Benefits

  • 12-month paid UN Volunteer assignment
  • Opportunity to gain work experience
  • Inclusion in the workforce

How to Apply

To apply for the programme, interested candidates must submit their application.

  • Submit application through the provided URL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the UNV Youth on the Move Programme?

The programme is a 12-month paid UN Volunteer assignment.

Who is eligible to apply for the programme?

Refugee, asylum-seeking, internally displaced, and migrant youth are eligible to apply.

What type of assignment will participants receive?

Participants will receive a 12-month paid UN Volunteer assignment.

What is the goal of the UNV Youth on the Move Programme?

The programme aims to provide opportunities for refugee, asylum-seeking, internally displaced, and migrant youth to gain paid work experience.

Is the programme paid?

Yes, the programme is a paid 12-month UN Volunteer assignment.