Employment Opportunities
UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. Our remuneration packages include a competitive net salary plus cost of living adjustment, housing allowance, home leave, health insurance and other benefits. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV status.
General Requirements for Professionals
Pre-requisites for employment with UNFPA generally include an advanced degree in a study pertinent to the Fund’s mandate (for example, in demography, public health or gender studies), as well as some experience in a developing country, preferably with a development organization.
The applicant should also have the ability to take up assignments in field duty stations as part of a career path with UNFPA. Fluency in English is required; speaking and reading ability in one other United Nations language, preferably French or Spanish is desirable. Please note that UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applicants under serious consideration.
If you would like to have any further information, please contact: Staffing & Recruitment Branch, Division for Human Resources, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) 220 East 42nd Street, 17th Floor New York, NY 10017, USA. Fax: (212) 297-4908.
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