United Nations
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Young Professionals Programme
The UN Young Professionals Programme (YPP) is a recruitment initiative for talented, highly qualified professionals to start a career as an international civil servant with the UN Secretariat. It consists of an entrance examination process and professional development once those who are successful start their career with the UN.
About the role
The YPP examination is held once a year in different subject areas, depending on the needs of the UN. YPP is open to nationals of participating countries. The list of participating countries varies from year to year. The application period typically opens in June each year. Those interested can apply via Inspira.
Responsibilities
- Description of Responsibilities
Requirements
- Minimum education
- Diploma
- Minimum experience
- 4 years
- Requirements for this job
Eligibility
You must meet
- You will need at least a first-level university degree relevant for the exam.
- You need to be fluent in either English or French.
Languages
- EnglishB2 minimumRequired
- FrenchB2 minimumRequired
- SpanishB2 minimumDesirable
Skills
- Programme management
- Grant management
- Stakeholder engagement