UN Volunteer Program 2025-26 | Work with United Nations

About This Opportunity

Requirements

• Requirements for International UN Volunteers (Abroad)
• Age & Eligibility: As of 1 July 2024, all candidates between 18 and 80 years old are eligible.
• Serving Period: From 1 January 2025, assignments last 3 to 48 months.
• Experience: Most positions require relevant academic and professional experience, plus language proficiency (details in each assignment description).
• Commitment: Must uphold UN values, volunteerism principles, and the UN Charter.
• Adaptability: Should be able to work in multicultural teams, collaborate with local communities, and adjust to difficult or remote conditions.
• Skills: Strong professionalism, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential.
• 2. Requirements for National UN Volunteers (In Your Country)
• Age Requirement: Minimum age is 18 years.
• Profile: No fixed profile—assignments vary from capital cities to rural villages.
• Experience:
• UN Community Volunteers: No academic or professional experience required.
• Other National UN Volunteers: May require higher education and professional expertise (see assignment details).
• Eligibility for Non-Nationals: Refugees or stateless persons residing legally in the host country may apply, if allowed under national law.
• 3. Requirements for Online UN Volunteers (Remote)
• Age Requirement: Minimum age is 18 years.
• Experience: No specific background required—requirements vary by assignment.
• Workload: Up to 20 hours per week, maximum 12 weeks per assignment.
• Accessibility: Open to anyone worldwide with internet access.
• Recognition: Volunteers receive an electronic certificate of appreciation from the host organization.

Benefits

• Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) – A monthly allowance to cover essential living expenses such as housing, food, and local transportation.
• Settling-in Grant – A one-time payment designed to assist international volunteers in covering initial relocation and adjustment costs.
• Travel Support – Reimbursement for international travel, including round-trip flights and visa expenses related to the assignment.
• Comprehensive Insurance – Coverage includes health, life, and disability insurance for the entire duration of the assignment.
• Paid Leave – Volunteers are entitled to annual leave, sick leave, and other forms of approved leave.
• Learning & Development Opportunities – Access to training programs, workshops, and online resources to enhance skills and professional growth.
• Resettlement Allowance – A lump-sum payment provided at the completion of the volunteer service to help with post-assignment transitions.