UNOPS Youth Engagement Platform (YEP)

The YEP was created under the motto “30 below 30, to get 2030” to bring youth voices directly into UNOPS decision‑making. Programme features:

• Duration: 12 months (home‑based, remote)
• Role: Youth advisor to UNOPS leadership
• Focus areas: Infrastructure, procurement, climate, fragility, project management, youth‑inclusive policy
• Activities:
• Provide youth‑led insights on SDG and development trends
• Advise UNOPS leadership on strategies and frameworks
• Represent youth perspectives in internal briefings and selected international forums
• Strengthen youth‑inclusive approaches in UNOPS operations Benefits:
• Professional development and mentorship
• Exposure to UN system decision‑making
• Networking with peers and global experts
• Travel costs covered only when representing UNOPS externally (otherwise pro‑bono)

• Age 17–29
• Passion for sustainable development and SDGs
• Demonstrated youth leadership or community engagement experience
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Fluency in English (Spanish/French desirable)
• CV/resume
• Description of a project/initiative (max 2000 characters)
• 90‑second video explaining passion for sustainable development