U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Organization Affairs’ United Nations Junior Professional Officer (JPO) program: Apply Now
What is the JPO Program?
The United Nations Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Program is a two-year developmental program for young professionals that provides a pathway to a career within the UN system. JPO portfolios are diverse and tailored to the individual’s skills and experience. There are opportunities to address pressing issues such as food insecurity, climate change, humanitarian aid, sustainable development, peacekeeping, human rights, and more. By participating in the program, JPOs gain experience in multilateral cooperation as Entry-Level Officers under the supervision of experienced UN staff. JPO vacancies are posted annually and offered in a variety of locations such as Bangkok, Geneva, Montreal, Nairobi, New York, Vienna, Paris, and Rome. We encourage you to apply.
Eligibility
JPO candidates are generally required to:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Have a master’s degree and 3+ years of experience or a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience
- Be no older than 32 years of age as of December 31 of the year of application
Important Dates
New opportunities are posted throughout the year. Explore the latest JPO opportunities listed below or visit the UN DESA website for the latest information on JPO application and deadlines.
- Deadline: June 2, 2024 — U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) – Executive Office, Planning and Coordination Officer, Geneva
- Deadline: June 3, 2024 — U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Political Affairs – Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA), New York
- Deadline: June 3, 2024 — U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Information and Communications Technology and Development – Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), Bangkok
- Deadline: June 7, 2024 — U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Pesticides – Industry and Economy Division, Chemicals and Health Branch, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Nairobi
- Deadline: June 10, 2024 — U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in Procurement – World Meteorology Organization, Geneva
How to Apply
Visit UN DESA JPO Application Guide for more information on how to apply for a JPO position in the UN system.
What to Expect
- Identify a JPO position that best matches your interests and qualifications by exploring the latest JPO opportunities or visiting the UN DESA website.
- After applying, the selection process begins with the U.S. State Department’s International Organizations Bureau conducting a preliminary assessment of your candidacy, focusing on your language skills, academic background, and professional experience. 2024 application information coming soon!
- If you are shortlisted, your application will then be forwarded to the relevant United Nations office for the final selection phase.
- The final decision is made based on competency-based interviews, which may be conducted via videoconference, by telephone, or in person, depending on the situation.
Current JPO vacancies
- U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) – Executive Office, Planning and Coordination Officer
- U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) – Political Affairs
- U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) – Information and Communications Technology and Development
- U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) – Pesticides
- U.S. Junior Professional Officer (JPO) – Associate Procurement Officer
- U.S. Department of State — Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration
- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)— At Argonne National Laboratory
- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)— Brookhaven National Library
Additional Resources
Discover how the JPO program can be your gateway to an impactful and rewarding career. Apply today and become a part of the global solution.
