Associate Programme Officer (Youth and Trade) – UN P2 Position
United Nations International Trade Centre (ITC)
(Joint agency of the UN and WTO)
Location:
Geneva, Switzerland
The United Nations International Trade Centre (ITC) is offering a P-2 level professional position for early-career professionals under its Youth and Trade initiative, which focuses on youth economic empowerment through inclusive and sustainable trade in developing countries.
This is a paid UN professional job (P-2) based in Geneva, Switzerland, supporting the design, implementation, and monitoring of youth-focused trade and development programmes within the UN system.
Eligibility Criteria
Who can apply (degree, country, age, etc.)
*Open to external applicants globally
Education:
*Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Management, or related field
OR Bachelor’s degree + 2 additional years of relevant experience
Experience:
*Minimum 2 years of experience in programme/project management, administration, or related fields
*Experience in developing countries or youth-focused projects is an advantage
Language:
*Fluency in English and French (required)
*Applications from women and nationals of developing & least developed countries are strongly encouraged
Funding / Coverage
What’s covered (tuition, travel, stipend)
*Competitive UN professional salary (P-2 level)
*UN benefits according to staff regulations
*Travel, visa, and relocation costs follow UN rules (not a scholarship)
16 januari 2026