JPO Program 2026 Opens Job Opportunities For Junior Professional Officer Roles Across Europe

The 1st Call for Applications for the 2026 Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme is now open, offering early-career professionals a unique opportunity to launch an international career with leading multilateral and global institutions.

This recruitment round includes JPO positions across major organizations such as the EBRD, FAO, ICC, ILO, ITU, OECD, OHCHR, UNEP, and UNESCO, with duty stations in London, Rome, The Hague, Geneva, Paris, Montreal, and other global hubs.

The JPO Programme is designed for highly qualified young professionals holding a Master’s degree and relevant professional experience, providing hands-on exposure to policy, finance, law, human rights, environment, labor markets, and development work at the international level.

About the 2026 JPO Call

The 2026 selection process will be conducted fully virtually in spring 2026. Applicants are advised to consult the latest version of the application form and interview schedule before applying.

Available JPO Positions (2026 – 1st Call)

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

• Role: JPO, Associate Banker

• Sector: Energy Eurasia

• Location: London HQ (optional Istanbul)

• Requirements: Master’s degree; 2 years’ experience; strong quantitative, credit analysis, and communication skills

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Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

• Role: JPO, Water Tenure and Scarcity

• Sector: Land and Water Division

• Location: Rome

• Requirements: Master’s degree; 3 years’ experience in water governance; English/French/Spanish

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International Criminal Court (ICC)

• Role: JPO, Associate Legal Officer

• Sector: Victims Participation and Reparations

• Location: The Hague

• Requirements: Master’s in law; 2 years’ legal experience; English or French

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International Labour Organization (ILO)

• Role: JPO on Wages and Incomes

• Sector: Inclusive Labour Markets

• Location: Geneva

• Requirements: Master’s in economics or related field; 2 years’ experience; English fluency

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International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

• Role: JPO, Planning and Coordination Officer

• Sector: Executive Office

• Location: Geneva

• Requirements: Master’s degree; 3 years’ experience; strong organizational skills

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Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

• Role: JPO, Junior Policy Analyst

• Sector: Office of the Secretary-General

• Location: Paris

• Requirements: Master’s degree; 2 years’ experience; English or French

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United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)

• Role: JPO in Human Rights

• Location: Geneva

• Requirements: Master’s in law or human rights; 2 years’ experience; English fluency

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United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

• Role: JPO, Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

• Location: Montreal

• Requirements: Master’s degree; 3 years’ experience; research and analytical skills

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UNESCO

• Role: JPO, Media in Crisis Preparedness and Response

• Location: Paris

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Why Apply for the JPO Programme

JPO positions offer:

• Paid, full-time professional roles within international organizations

• Direct exposure to global policy and decision-making processes

• Career acceleration within the UN and multilateral system

• Professional development, mentorship, and global networks

Application Deadline

• Sunday, 22 February 2026 at 11:59 PM CET

Applicants are encouraged to apply early and download the full job descriptions for detailed role requirements.

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