Youth Fellow-Somali Youth (SOYO) Fellowship Cohort II
Quick answer
UNFPA is hiring Youth Fellows for a 12-month program in Somalia, offering placements in various units and providing mentorship and training.
- Role
- Youth Fellow-Somali Youth (SOYO) Fellowship Cohort II
- Organization
- UNFPA
- Location
- Mogadishu, Garowe, Hargeisa, Somalia
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Youth Fellow-Somali Youth (SOYO) Fellowship Cohort II is a 12-month program for young Somali professionals to gain experience in various UNFPA units, including programme coordination, advocacy, and resource mobilization.
What you'll do
- Support programme coordination and implementation
- Assist with sexual and reproductive health programme activities
- Support GBV programme coordination and documentation
- Support adolescent and youth programme development
- Support population and development work
- Support humanitarian response and preparedness
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree relevant to a proposed placement area
- Demonstrated interest or experience in youth development, SRHR, gender equality, programme coordination, research, data compilation, monitoring, reporting or knowledge management, communications, partnerships, resource mobilization or relevant operational support, volunteerism, social innovation and initiatives benefiting communities, operations, finance, accounting, HR, admin
- Skills in Microsoft Office and online collaboration tools, research, basic data analysis, accurate documentation and report writing, meeting coordination, minute-taking, records management and administrative support, communication, teamwork, stakeholder engagement and cultural sensitivity, planning, organization, problem-solving, adaptability and attention to detail
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) and, where applicable, hardship pay; Medical, life and disability insurance; Annual leave, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave and eligible learning leave; Access to UNV learning, training and development opportunities
Frequently asked questions
Where is the fellowship based?
The fellowship is based in Mogadishu, Garowe, and Hargeisa, Somalia.
What is the compensation for the fellowship?
Compensation is not specified in the job description.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree relevant to the placement area, demonstrated interest or experience in various fields, and specific skills in Microsoft Office, data analysis, and administrative support.
How can I apply for the fellowship?
Applications should be submitted by February 28, 2023, and interested candidates should apply through the UNFPA recruitment process.
Is the fellowship remote?
The fellowship is not remote; fellows must be available to serve at the agreed location on a full-time basis.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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