United Nations Volunteers (UNV): Programme Associates - Abuja

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) announces the following vacancy:

Post Title: Programme Associate (3 Positions)

Type of Assignement: National UNV Volunteer
Project Title: Democratic Givernance for Development Project
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Abuja, Nigeria

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.

In most cultures volunteerism is deeply embedded in long-established, ancient traditions of sharing and support within the communities. In this context, UNV volunteers take part in various forms of volunteerism and play a role in development and peace together with host agencies and local communities.

In all assignments, UNV volunteers promote volunteerism through their action and conduct. Engaging in volunteer activity can effectively and positively enrich their understanding of local and social realities, as well as create a bridge between themselves and the people in their host community.

Requirements / Condition
Candidates should possess Bachelors Degree or HND in Development, Communications, gender Studies, Political Science or related field in the social sciences. Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Principles of Volunteerism are solidarity, humanity, free will, commitment, impartiality and altruism: the sense of helping others without expecting monetary reward. Volunteers are paid a Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) (not a salary) intended to cover basic living expenses, which is paid each month.

Application Deadline
24th September, 2010

How To Apply
For further details on the job description and application process, please visit UNDP's Corporate job site and apply at: www.ng.undp.org/jobs.shtml

For more information on UNV Volunteer Program in Nigeria visit: www.ng.undp.com/unv/