IPPF Youth Networker Position in Malaysia 2026: Apply for a Three-Year Youth Leadership and SRHR Role
The International Planned Parenthood Federation is seeking a full-time Youth Networker based in Malaysia for a three-year fixed-term role focused on youth leadership and sexual and reproductive health and rights.
Overview
The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is accepting applications for a Youth Networker position based in Malaysia. This full-time, fixed-term career-development opportunity is designed for individuals interested in youth leadership, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), comprehensive sexuality education (CSE), advocacy, social justice, and inclusive international development. The appointed candidate will help strengthen meaningful youth participation throughout IPPF's East, South East Asia and Oceania Region.
The role connects young people with regional and global platforms, supports youth-led accountability, amplifies youth voices, and helps IPPF Member Associations develop responsive programmes and services. The anticipated appointment duration is three years.
Benefits
While the vacancy announcement does not disclose monetary benefits, a salary range, relocation packages, or specific leave entitlements, IPPF highlights the following professional advantages:
- Gaining career-development experience within a global international federation.
- Exposure to regional and global youth networks, forums, and international programmes.
- Opportunities to strengthen advocacy, movement-building, and leadership skills.
- A pathway toward future roles within IPPF, its Member Associations, partner organizations, or the wider international development sector.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria and expectations:
- Commitment to IPPF's mission, feminist values, pro-choice stance, and positions on sexual and reproductive health, rights, and inclusion.
- Relevant experience working with youth groups, activism, volunteering, student leadership, community organizing, or nonprofit programmes.
- Strong cross-cultural communication skills with an inclusive and curious working style.
- Business English Preliminary ability across writing, reading, and speaking.
- Competence in Microsoft Office, digital communication, and social media platforms.
- Willingness to sign and comply with IPPF's Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy for Children and Vulnerable Adults.
- Lived experience of belonging to a marginalized group is considered an asset.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their materials through the official application portal. Required documents include:
- A CV or résumé (maximum two pages) highlighting relevant youth engagement, advocacy, and accomplishments.
- A short cover letter explaining interest in the role, relevant achievements, and alignment with IPPF's values.
- An optional work sample (such as a campaign plan, strategy, or advocacy product), provided it does not exceed the combined 20 MB upload limit.
Deadline
The application deadline is 18 August 2026.