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UNFPA The Special Youth Programme Fellowship
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The Special Youth Programme fellowship consists of an initial 4.5 months fellowship at UNFPA Headquarters, New York, followed by a continued fellowship of another 4.5 months in the UNFPA Office in the
country of the fellow.
UNFPA will recruit six young people to be Special Youth Fellows from 1 April to 31 December.
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 young
people and UNFPA staff on partnering to address adolescent and youth
issues.
During the course of the programme, fellows will:
* Develop a relationship with the Regional and Country Office and provide updates on their activities during the HQ fellowship and
provide updates to HQ during fellowship at Regional or Country Office
* 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
All selected candidates will be provided:
* Opportunities to be mentored by UNFPA staff on issues of interest
* Administrative assistance as required
* 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
Qualifications and Experience
Criteria: Candidates must have some programme experience in areas of UNFPAs mandate. These areas include: young peoples sexual and
reproductive health, reproductive rights, humanitarian response,
population, gender, culture, human rights, HIV prevention, poverty
reduction, and sustainable livelihoods.
Eligibility
* Aged between 20-24 years old. Applicants born before 1 January 1987 will not be considered. No exceptions.
* Residence and nationality of a developing country. Applicants
from developed countries will not be considered for this programme, but
are invited to apply for UNFPAs 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:
To apply for this programme go to Current Vacancies: Employment Opportunities with UNFPA
Mallaba Foundation updated:2010-12-29 23:28:48 hits:12
The Special Youth Programme fellowship consists of an initial 4.5 months fellowship at UNFPA Headquarters, New York, followed by a continued fellowship of another 4.5 months in the UNFPA Office in the
country of the fellow.
UNFPA will recruit six young people to be Special Youth Fellows from 1 April to 31 December.
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 young
people and UNFPA staff on partnering to address adolescent and youth
issues.
During the course of the programme, fellows will:
* Develop a relationship with the Regional and Country Office and provide updates on their activities during the HQ fellowship and
provide updates to HQ during fellowship at Regional or Country Office
* 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
All selected candidates will be provided:
* Opportunities to be mentored by UNFPA staff on issues of interest
* Administrative assistance as required
* 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
Qualifications and Experience
Criteria: Candidates must have some programme experience in areas of UNFPAs mandate. These areas include: young peoples sexual and
reproductive health, reproductive rights, humanitarian response,
population, gender, culture, human rights, HIV prevention, poverty
reduction, and sustainable livelihoods.
Eligibility
* Aged between 20-24 years old. Applicants born before 1 January 1987 will not be considered. No exceptions.
* Residence and nationality of a developing country. Applicants
from developed countries will not be considered for this programme, but
are invited to apply for UNFPAs 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:
To apply for this programme go to Current Vacancies: Employment Opportunities with UNFPA