UNIDIR Graduate Professional Program 2025 Switzerland

Application deadline: 13 April 2025 (closed) · Last updated: 19 August 2025

The UNIDIR Graduate Professional Program 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland, accepts applications. This six-month professional training program is intended for candidates from all around the world. The curriculum offers a comprehensive experience in Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS)-related research, reporting, and outreach. Participants have the option of working in Geneva on-site or remotely. Starting in May 2025, the initiative will provide a stipend of USD 665/month for remote work and USD 1331/month for on-site participation. IELTS is not necessary, and no prior professional work experience is needed. Below are further data regarding the UNIDIR Graduate Professional Program 2025.

Information Regarding the UNIDIR Graduate Professional Program 2025

Country: Switzerland.

Location: Geneva

Time frame: six months

Commencement Date: May 2025

Deadline: April 13, 2025

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Benefits

The program offers monetary assistance to assist with living costs:

• USD 1331 per month for Geneva-based participants.
• For remote participants, the monthly cost is USD 665.

Note: The program does not cover visa, travel, and lodging costs.

Responsibilities

Participants will work on a range of professional assignments, such as:

• Researching topics related to Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS).
• Assisting states, UN organizations, and civil society in engaging stakeholders.
• Helping with fundraising initiatives.
• Gathering funding for UN youth-related projects (like Youth 2030).
• Organizing and overseeing the logistics of an event, such as agendas, lists, and invitations.
• Carrying out extra coordinating and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

To be eligible for the Switzerland 2025 UNIDIR Graduate Professional Program, candidates need to:

• Be citizens of any nation.
• Be a graduate student pursuing a second or higher degree at this time.
• Recent graduates are eligible to apply if they enroll in the program within a year of graduating.
• Possess a foundation in gender studies, international relations, political science, law, or the social sciences.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal and collaborative abilities.
• Possess expertise in Adobe InDesign and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience in a professional setting is not necessary.

Documents Needed

• Cover Letter
• Resume (CV)

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How can I apply for the UNIDIR Graduate Professional Program 2025?

Candidates should send their resume and cover letter to [melissa.nyoni@un.org] in one PDF file called SURNAME_Name_CV-CL.pdf. “UNIDIR GPP YPS Application” should be the email’s subject line.

Use the official application link below to apply and get additional information.

THE UNIDIR GRADUATE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM 2025 APPLICATION