UNICEF UNV Youth on the Move Programme 2026

Applications are open for the UNICEF UNV Youth on the Move Programme 2026, which places talented young people inside UNICEF for a 12-month paid UN Volunteer assignment. The programme targets refugee, asylum-seeking, internally displaced, and migrant youth who face barriers to education-to-employment pathways. It aims to provide meaningful work within UNICEF and opportunities for youth to contribute their skills and perspectives.

12-month paid UN Volunteer assignment

Open to refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons, and migrants; prioritizes young people aged 20–32; individuals facing barriers to education-to-employment pathways due to displacement or migration; based in the country of assignment and legally eligible to work.

Some candidates may be nominated by organizations. submit required documents.