The United Nations continues to offer diverse International UN Volunteer (UNV) opportunities for professionals and young talents who are passionate about contributing to global development, humanitarian response, peacebuilding, and human rights. These roles allow individuals to support UN agencies while gaining valuable international experience and making a meaningful impact in communities worldwide.
A Wide Range of Professional Fields
The current international UN Volunteer openings span multiple sectors, reflecting the UN’s broad mandate. Opportunities are available in:
Health and Emergency Response
- Medical Officer
- Paramedic – Emergency Nurse
Human Rights and Gender Equality
- Human Rights Specialist
- Gender and Human Rights Analyst
- Women’s Empowerment Specialist
Humanitarian Affairs and Protection
- Humanitarian Affairs Officer
- Protection Cluster Coordination Officer
- Child Protection Officer
Security, IT, and Administration
- Field Security Officer
- IT Service Delivery Management Officer
Development and Economic Inclusion
- Livelihood and Economic Inclusion Officer
- Rural Finance Officer
- Natural Resources Management Associate
Communications and Partnerships
- Project Communication Assistant
- Partnerships Specialist
These roles are hosted by leading UN entities such as UNICEF, UNHCR, UNDP, UN Women, FAO, WFP, IOM, OHCHR, UNFPA, and OCHA, among others.
Explore open jobs and application on the official career website at app.unv.org/Volunteer-Type=INTERNATIONAL
Opportunities for Youth and Experienced Professionals
The vacancies include both Youth UN Volunteer positions, designed for early-career professionals, and Specialist roles targeted at experienced experts. Youth opportunities are particularly attractive for candidates seeking to build international exposure while contributing to high-impact UN programmes.
Global Reach
Assignments are available across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Pacific, including countries such as Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Nepal, Nigeria, Switzerland, Fiji, Madagascar, Angola, and Côte d’Ivoire. This global spread highlights the UN’s commitment to addressing challenges where support is most needed.
Why Choose an International UN Volunteer Assignment?
International UN Volunteers benefit from:
- Hands-on experience with UN agencies
- Monthly living allowance and benefits
- Professional development and networking opportunities
- The chance to contribute directly to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Beyond professional growth, UN Volunteers play a critical role in strengthening international cooperation and supporting vulnerable populations.
Application Deadlines Approaching
Many of these opportunities have application deadlines between late January and early February 2026, making this the ideal time for interested candidates to prepare and submit their applications.