Applications are now open for the 2025 UNIDIR Professional Graduate Programme in Geneva , Switzerland . This six-month training program is open to international candidates from around the world. Applicants can choose to work remotely or on-site in Geneva. The program will start in May 2025. Graduates will receive a monthly stipend of US$1,331 to cover living expenses in Geneva and US$665 per month for remote work . UNIDIR is seeking a professional graduate to assist in research, reporting, and advocacy on issues related to youth, peace, and security (YPS). Applicants do not need professional work experience for this program. There is no application fee and no IELTS score is required. However, English language proficiency is required. More details about the UNIDIR Professional Graduate Programme are provided below.

Details about the UNIDIR Professional Graduate Programme 2025 in Switzerland

• Host country : Switzerland
• Location : Geneva
• Job Title : Professional Graduate (Youth, Peace and Security)
• Duration : 6 months
• Start date : May 2025
• Deadline: April 13, 2025

Financial benefits

The program covers:

The program offers a grant to assist with living costs:

• $1,331 per month for residents of Geneva.
• $665 per month to work remotely

Note : Visa, travel and accommodation costs are not included.

Responsibilities

• Conduct background research on youth, peace and security issues.
• Support stakeholder engagement on youth-related issues (States, UN partners, and civil society).
• Assist with fundraising activities.
• Compilation of UNIDIR contributions to UN youth initiatives (e.g., Youth 2030).
• Assist in planning and executing events and outreach (invitations, menus, agendas, logistics, and briefs).
• Contribute to daily communication, coordination and management tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Eligibility criteria

• The program is open to all citizens.
• Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
• Applicants who already hold a university degree may apply, provided they begin a postgraduate programme at UNIDIR within one year of their graduation date.
• Preference will be given to applicants with backgrounds in international relations, political science, social sciences, international law, and gender studies.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe InDesign.
• Applicants do not need professional work experience for this position.

Required documents

• cover letter
• CV Click here to provide it to you

How to apply for the UNIDIR Professional Graduate Programme 2025?

Please send your cover letter and CV as a single PDF file, named SURNAME_NAME_CV-CL.pdf, to [ melissa.nyoni@un.org ]. Use the subject line: “UNIDIR GPP YPS Application.” The official link is below.