Apply for the 2025 United Nations JPO Program Sponsored by the German Government(24 fully funded positions)
Are you ready to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to put your skills to work while contributing to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030?
📢 Exciting opportunity alert: The Government of Germany is sponsoring 24 Junior Professional Officer (JPO) positions across various UN agencies, funds, and international organizations in different global locations.
This is your chance to:
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Launch a career in international development
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Contribute directly to global peace, development, human rights, and sustainability
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Work on high-impact projects aligned with the SDGs
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Gain valuable experience in multilateral systems
✅ Who Can Apply?
These positions are open exclusively to German nationals with a university degree and relevant professional experience. Candidates must meet specific educational, language, and work experience requirements outlined in each job description.
📍 Program Highlights:
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24 fully funded positions
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Assignments at UN agencies and international organizations
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Global work locations across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas
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Competitive salaries and benefits
🗓 Application Deadline:
Sunday, August 17, 2025
Midnight Central European Time (CET)
Don’t wait till the last minute — prepare and submit your application early to avoid technical issues.
👉 Read full requirements and apply here
💬 Need Help With Your Application?
Join open online consultation hours every week to ask questions and get guidance:
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Wednesdays from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CET
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Thursdays from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM CET
Use the MS Teams link provided on the official site to join the virtual room and get your questions answered live.
📅 What’s Next?
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The selection process will be conducted virtually in Fall 2025
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Make sure you use the latest version of the application form
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Stay informed about interview schedules and next steps after submission
🚀 Start Your Global Career Today
The Junior Professional Officer Program is your gateway to the United Nations system and the broader international development sector. If you’re passionate about creating meaningful change, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
ADB
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Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Climate Change/Nature-Based Solutions Specialist, Manila
Sector/Unit: Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD)
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EBRD
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IRENA
Recruitment for the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-51)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Associate Programme Officer – World Energy Transitions, Bonn
Sector/Unit: IRENA Innovation and Technology Centre (IITC)
Requirements: Master’s degree in energy, engineering, economics or a related field. A minimum of two years of work experience with a focus on transport and sub-sectors long-term modelling and model development. Fluency in English. Strong analytical skills.
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ITC
Recruitment for the International Trade Centre (ITC) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-45)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Geneva
Sector/Unit: Division of Enterprise Competitiveness and Institutions / Sector and Enterprise Competitiveness Section (DECI/SEC)
Requirements: Master’s degree in business administration, management, economics, international trade, international relations or a related field. A minimum of two years of relevant experience in project or programme management related to international trade. Advanced knowledge of English. Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to global value chains.
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ITU
Recruitment for the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-43)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Junior Satellite Frequency Request Submission Officer, Geneva
Sector/Unit: BR/SSD/SPR
Requirements: Master’s degree in electronics engineering, computer engineering or Information Technology. Experience in telecommunications, radiocommunications or software development. Knowledge of Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian or Spanish at advanced level. Programming skills, knowledge of SQL.
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MINURSO
Recruitment for the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara – MINURSO (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-41)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Political Affairs, Laayoune
Sector/Unit: Political Affairs
Requirements: Master’s degree in political science, international relations or other related field. Two years of relevant work experience in international affairs, with exposure to analysis and research in international politics. Fluency in English. Ability to use Microsoft Office software.
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OECD
Recruitment for the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-44)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Energy Efficiency Policy Analyst, Paris
Sector/Unit: Office of Energy Efficiency and Inclusive Transitions (EEIT)
Requirements: Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline, such as economics, energy, climate, environmental policy or engineering. Two years experience analysing, planning and implementing national and/or international energy-related policies and/or projects. Fluency in English or French. Excellent understanding of the energy sector.
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OHCHR
Recruitment for the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-31)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Human Rights, Geneva
Sector/Unit: Human Rights, Women’s Human Rights, Gender Equality
Requirements: Master’s degree in law, economics, social science, international relations, or other disciplines related to human rights. A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in human rights or in the work of the UN. Fluency in English. Good computer skills.
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UNAIDS
Recruitment for the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-40)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Governance Officer, Geneva
Sector/Unit: External Relations Department – Governance (ERD-GOV)
Requirements: Master’s degree in public and/or global health, social and/or political sciences, international and/or external relations, public administration/management, development economics, or a related field. A minimum of two years of experience working with an international organization, development agency, or public sector entity. Advanced proficiency in English and working knowledge of French.
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UNDP
Recruitment for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-46)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), R&D Acceleration Coordinator, New York
Sector/Unit: Digital AI and Innovation Hub
Requirements: Master’s Degree in design, social innovation, public policy, organizational development, international development, or related field. Two years of relevant experience working in social innovation and/or international development. Fluency in English.
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UNECE
Recruitment for the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-38)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in JPO in Economic Affairs, Geneva
Sector/Unit: Economic Affairs
Requirements: Master’s degree in economics, law, public administration, public policy, public management, international business, international relations and related fields. A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in public administration (national or international) or in the private sector. Fluency in English and knowledge of Russian. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
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UNESCO
Recruitment for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-39)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development, Paris
Sector/Unit: Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO
Requirements: Master’s degree in marine science, ocean governance, law or related field. A minimum of two years of professional experience in the field of ocean science and/or governance is preferred, with at least one year of international experience. Excellent knowledge of English. Good organizational skills and demonstrated project management experience.
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UNHCR
Recruitment for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-32)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Associate External Reporting Officer, New York
Sector/Unit: New York Office (NYO)
Requirements: Master’s Degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, Communication, Journalism or a related field. Two years of relevant work experience. Fluency in English. Excellent report writing skills and computer literacy in MS Office.
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UNICEF
Recruitment for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-47)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO). Partnerships Officer, New York
Sector/Unit: Office of the Executive Director
Requirements: Master’s degree in one of the following fields: social sciences, journalism and communications, public administration, business administration, international relations, political sciences, etc. A minimum of two years of professional experience in partnership building and networking. Fluency in English.
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UNIDIR
Recruitment for the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-34)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Political Affairs, Geneva
Sector/Unit: Political Affairs
Requirements: Master’s degree in political science, international relations, public administration, international law, management studies, international security, disarmament, nonproliferation studies, or a related field. A minimum of two years of experience in disarmament, arms control, international peace and security or a related field. Fluency in English. Proficiency in computer skills and use of databases.
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UNODA
Recruitment for the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-33)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Political Affairs, Geneva
Sector/Unit: Disarmament Affairs
Requirements: Master’s degree in public administration, political science, international relations, law, development, or other related area. Two years of relevant work experience. Fluency in English. Knowledge of relevant computer applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of the use of social media.
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UNOPS
Recruitment for the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-48)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Migration Policy Officer, Geneva
Sector/Unit: Migration
Requirements: Master’s degree in International Law, Political Science, Social Sciences, Development, International relations or related fields. Two years of relevant work experience in an international working environment. Fluency in English. Strong analytical skills.
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UNRWA
Recruitment for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-35)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Associate Coordination and Engagement Officer, Amman
Sector/Unit: Executive Office
Requirements: Master’s degree from an accredited educational institution in political science, international relations, business or public administration, law, economics, development or humanitarian studies or a related discipline. Two years of relevant experience, including in foreign affairs, political analysis, international cooperation or humanitarian affairs in the context of the UN, international non/governmental organizations or governments. Fluency in English. Excellent computer skills.
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UN-Secretariat
Recruitment for the United Nations Secretariat – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-28)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Programme Management, New York
Sector/Unit: Programme Management / Administration / Human Resources Management
Requirements: Master’s degree in International Relations, Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Psychology, Law, or related field. At least 2 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in an office in charge of recruitment and administration of personnel. Proficiency in English.
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UN-Secretariat
Recruitment for the United Nations Secretariat (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-29)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Political Affairs, Addis Ababa
Sector/Unit: Research and analysis for political, socio-economic and security developments in Africa
Requirements: Master’s degree in management studies, social sciences, public administration, military studies or a related area. Two years of experience in areas such as political, social or civil affairs; or public administration. Fluency in English. Proven knowledge of the conflict’s dynamics in Africa as well as in peacekeeping operations in the area. Excellent political analysis skills.
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UN-Secretariat
Recruitment for the United Nations Secretariat – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-30)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Climate Change, Baghdad
Sector/Unit: Climate Change
Requirements: Master’s degree in environmental affairs, climate risk management, sustainable development, public policy, business or public administration, social sciences, education or related area. Two years of relevant work experience in environmental affairs or project/programme management or related area. Fluency in English.
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UN WOMEN
Recruitment for the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN WOMAN) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-36)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Policy Analyst, Nairobi and New York
Sector/Unit: Peace, Security and Resilience Section
Requirements: Master’s degree in development related disciplines, gender issues, economics, public policy, law or other social science fields. At least 2 years of work experience in development programme/project implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building. Fluency in English. Strong knowledge of the UN’s women, peace and security mandate.
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WFP
Recruitment for the World Food Programme (WFP) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-52)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Research, Assessments and Monitoring (RAM) Officer, Cairo
Sector/Unit: Knowledge Generation Unit
Requirements: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Management, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Development Economics or another relevant field. At least two years of progressively responsible experience in research, data management, data analysis, data product/solution development. Proficiency in English. Proficiency in Windows MS Office.
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WIPO
Recruitment for the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) – (Chiffre Nr. 2025-2-42)
Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Associate Planning Officer, Geneva
Sector/Unit: Administration, Finance and Management Sector / Human Resources Management
Requirements: Master’s degree in economics, financial management, human resources, or related discipline. Three years of relevant professional experience in financial management and/or human resources. Excellent knowledge of English. Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications, in particular Excel, Zoom.
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Source: https://www.arbeitsagentur.de/vor-ort/zav/bfio/jpo-stellenausschreibungen
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