UNIDIR Graduate Professional Programme in Geneva
The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research offers a six-month graduate professional placement in Geneva, Switzerland, featuring a USD 1,500 monthly stipend.
Overview
The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) is seeking a Graduate Professional for its Integrated Approaches – Gender and Disarmament Programme in Geneva, Switzerland. The position provides eligible candidates with practical professional experience within a United Nations institution, focusing on research, programme implementation, communication, coordination, and administrative activities.
The placement is full-time, starts in November 2026, runs for six months with the possibility of extension, and offers a USD 1,500 monthly stipend as a contribution toward living expenses.
Eligibility
- Must be currently enrolled in a graduate school programme, or have graduated with a qualifying second university degree within the past year.
- Professional work experience is not required, though familiarity or interest in conventional arms control is an asset.
- Mandatory fluency in English, both written and spoken; knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.
- Proficiency in standard software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and InDesign.
- Must provide proof of valid medical insurance and a medical certificate of good health.
Benefits
- Monthly stipend of USD 1,500 to contribute toward living expenses in Geneva.
- Hands-on experience in international policy, multilateral affairs, and disarmament research.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their documentation as PDF email attachments to [email protected]. The email subject line must read exactly: UNIDIR GPP – IntApp (Geneva).
Required application materials include:
- A cover letter detailing suitability and interest.
- A PDF copy of an Inspira Personal History Profile.
- Brief responses to five screening questions, with each response limited to a maximum of 250 characters.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted by September 16, 2026, at midnight Geneva time. Incomplete submissions or those generated using artificial intelligence will not be processed.