Flagship Youth Leadership Program: African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC)

The African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC), established in 2010, is a premier continental initiative that recruits, trains, and deploys young African professionals to serve as professional volunteers across the 55 AU Member States. This 12-month program is designed to champion AU Agenda 2063 – ‘The Africa We Want’ by positioning youth as central actors in the continent’s development.

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Position: Youth Volunteer (AU-YVC)

• Duration: 12 Months
• Total Openings: 50
• Mission: Share skills, knowledge, and creativity to build an integrated, prosperous, and peaceful Africa.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

1. Citizenship: Citizen of an AU Member State (living on the continent or in the Diaspora).
2. Age: 18 – 35 years (must be under 35 upon completion of the 12-month service).
3. Education: Post-secondary certified qualification (TVET, Bachelor’s, Master’s, etc.).
4. Availability: Must be available in 2026/27 for the full 12-month duration.
5. Mobility: Willing to live and work in a different AU Member State.
6. Languages: Proficient in at least one AU working language (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, or Spanish).
7. Experience: Minimum one-year verifiable volunteering experience AND one-year professional work experience.

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Required Documents for Application

• Professional CV: Updated and no longer than 3 pages.
• Identification: Bio page of your passport or your National ID.
• Education: Copy of your highest completed qualification (Certificates only; no transcripts).
• Recommendation: A letter (not older than 2 years) attesting to your leadership qualities.
• Cover Letter: Must specifically address:
  • Why you want to become an AU Youth Volunteer.
  • What makes you the best candidate for AU-YVC.
  • What specific skills you are bringing to the program and host organization.

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How to Apply

All applications must be submitted through the official African Union careers portal.

1. Portal: Visit jobs.au.int
2. Search: Click on “Search Jobs” and select the AU-YVC post.
3. Account: Log in (if registered) or create a new account.
4. Submission: Fill in personal details, attach all required documents, and submit.

• Application Link: Apply for AU-YVC here
• Deadline: April 26, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EAT

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The African Union is an equal opportunity employer. Young women and individuals from underrepresented regions are highly encouraged to apply.