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Associate Legal Officer - Swiss UN Volunteer Associate Programme
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is mandated to help and protection to a population of 5.7 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank, and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA's services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance, and emergency assistance. The Jordan Field Office, UNRWA provides technical and operational direction, supervision and monitoring to the delivery of the Agency's programmes of education, health, relief and social services, infrastructure and camp improvement at field level; develops and implements the field's strategic and operational plans and budget, responds to emerging needs, working to directly influence the protection and care of Palestine refugees. The Field Legal Office provides legal assistance to the Jordan Field Office management and staff in order to facilitate its operations. As Associate Legal Officer you support UNRWA as follows: - Conduct legal research on international, human rights, humanitarian, and refugee law. - Support drafting and review of contracts, agreements, leases, and MoUs. - Advise on UNRWA's mandate, privileges, immunities, and staff responsibilities. - Support administrative and employment law matters, including investigations and discipline. - Advise on claims, negotiations, settlements, and legal training; - Etc. Part of the UN Volunteer Associate Programme "[Swiss Talent at the United Nations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/junior-professional-programmes/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations-world-bank)", this position is sponsored by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC). Social Security - You will be serving on a UN volunteer contract. Your UN health insurance and travel will be covered and you will be receiving a living allowance to cover for your living costs in the duty station. Find more information in the [UNV "Unified Conditions of Service"](https://www.unv.org/sites/default/files/ENGLISH_Conditions of Service (COS) for UN Volunteers_2026_Version 1.2._Current.pdf) and the [UNV "Entitlement calculator".](https://app.unv.org/calculator) - Because of the volunteering and international nature of your contract, you may not be entitled to unemployment insurance upon your return to Switzerland, nor will any contributions to your national social security (AHV/AVS) be made from the living allowance you will be receiving. Soliswiss, our partner and expert will be available to advise on your individual social security situation. Please find the full job description here: For the programme: - Swiss nationality; - Master's degree; - Ideally 12 months of relevant professional experience (min. 3 months - max. 24 months); - Max. 28 years old at the date of application; - Excellent command of English and 2 official Swiss languages (one active = C1/C2, one passive = A2/B1); - Proven interest in joining the international cooperation sector. For this position: - Master's degree in Law; - Demonstrated interest and/or experience (ideally one year) in legal work within the United Nations, other international organizations, government service, the private sector, or NGOs; - Experience in humanitarian, contract, commercial, administrative or employment law is an asset; - Working knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Please find more details in the full job description. We are committed to gender balance and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all genders. We also welcome applications from people with different gender identities and from people with different backgrounds, including sexual orientation, disability, cultural or religious background. We value an inclusive working environment that promotes equal opportunities and a non-discriminatory culture. Important details regarding your application Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date: - Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on 'apply') - CV in English incl the exact length and the % of your employments - Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section "documents" in your login area Find useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the [cinfo website](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-informed/international-cooperation-insights/young-professionals-graduates-and-students) and read this [article](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/on-the-importance-of-keywords-in-un-applications-and-more-tips-on-how-to-get-hired-by-the-un). Application deadline: 17 August 2026 First round of interviews carried out by cinfo: between 09 and 18 September 2026 Final selection: made by the host organisation based on cinfo's recommendation and a second interview with them. Selected candidates will be informed towards the end of October 2026. Onboarding and training: The onboarding process will start after the selection. Selected candidates will have to attend mandatory predeparture training in January 2027. Entry on duty: Departure is possible after the mandatory training. The final departure date will be discussed after the selection and depends on several factors. Are you interested in the programme "[Swiss Talent at the United Nations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/junior-professional-programmes/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations-world-bank)"? Do you have specific questions about the process and how to apply? Join us on Zoom during our Live Q&A sessions on [Thursday, 23 July at 12:15pm](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84366193169?pwd=ShYxc2IIgKWod70jVmQMeb7YXxLWVS.1) or [Tuesday, 11 August at 5:30pm](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85906037811?pwd=pqP9FGJ6ORQH8cTXHxB7aYu6dLKERU.1). More information about the sessions [via this link.](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/junior-professional-programmes/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations-world-bank/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations) Any questions? Contact Michal Habegger, cinfo's Recruitment Specialists, [recruitment@cinfo.ch](https://cinfo365.sharepoint.com/sites/Zusammenfuehren_Personen_Stellen/Freigegebene Dokumente/44_UN_Youth_Volunteers/441_Intakes/2008 - 2023/Intake_2023_DEZA_AFM_SECO/3_Recruitment/Advertisement/2022_Recruitment_Tools and Regulations/recruitment@cinfo.ch)
DRR Programme Associate - Swiss UN Volunteer Associate Programme
[The World Food Programme (WFP)](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/world-food-programme) is the leading humanitarian organisation that saves lives and changes lives, delivers food assistance in emergencies and works with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. Jordan faces a plethora of challenges in water availability, land productivity, and climate variability, as well as in systematically anticipating and reducing the impact of crisis. Agriculture plays a significant role in Jordan's national economy and is critical in ensuring food security as well as generating employment. Under its Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) activities, WFP Jordan works with the National Center for Security and Crisis Management (NCSCM), UNDP, and national institutions to advance a Multi-Hazard Early Warning System (MHEWS) in line with the UN's Early Warnings for All Initiative. As DRR Programme Associate you support WFP as follows: - Assist with implementation of the DRR workplan, including forecasting, PRISM upgrades, MOUs, and early warning activities. - Contribute to analysing climate and hazard data for drought monitoring and risk visualization. - Help coordinate with government counterparts and map roles, gaps, and procedures for anticipatory drought action. - Provide inputs for reports, donor updates, briefs, research, and monitoring activities. - Contribute to technical workshops and linkages with shock-responsive social protection.; - Etc. Part of the UN Volunteer Associate Programme "[Swiss Talent at the United Nations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/junior-professional-programmes/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations-world-bank)", this position is sponsored by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC). Social Security - You will be serving on a UN volunteer contract. Your UN health insurance and travel will be covered and you will be receiving a living allowance to cover for your living costs in the duty station. Find more information in the [UNV "Unified Conditions of Service"](https://www.unv.org/sites/default/files/ENGLISH_Conditions of Service (COS) for UN Volunteers_2026_Version 1.2._Current.pdf) and the [UNV "Entitlement calculator".](https://app.unv.org/calculator) - Because of the volunteering and international nature of your contract, you may not be entitled to unemployment insurance upon your return to Switzerland, nor will any contributions to your national social security (AHV/AVS) be made from the living allowance you will be receiving. Soliswiss, our partner and expert will be available to advise on your individual social security situation. Please find the full job description here: For the programme: - Swiss nationality; - Master's degree; - Ideally 12 months of relevant professional experience (min. 3 months - max. 24 months); - Max. 28 years old at the date of application; - Excellent command of English and 2 official Swiss languages (one active = C1/C2, one passive = A2/B1); - Proven interest in joining the international cooperation sector. For this position: - Master's degree in Environmental Science, Disaster Risk Management or any related field; - Demonstrated interest and/or experience (ideally one year) in coordinating with multiple stakeholders including national government counterparts; - Experience in in supporting the planning and implementation of disaster risk management interventions; - Working knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Please find more details in the full job description. We are committed to gender balance and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all genders. We also welcome applications from people with different gender identities and from people with different backgrounds, including sexual orientation, disability, cultural or religious background. We value an inclusive working environment that promotes equal opportunities and a non-discriminatory culture. Important details regarding your application Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date: - Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on 'apply') - CV in English incl the exact length and the % of your employments - Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section "documents" in your login area Find useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the [cinfo website](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-informed/international-cooperation-insights/young-professionals-graduates-and-students) and read this [article](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/on-the-importance-of-keywords-in-un-applications-and-more-tips-on-how-to-get-hired-by-the-un). Application deadline: 17 August 2026 First round of interviews carried out by cinfo: between 09 and 18 September 2026 Final selection: made by the host organisation based on cinfo's recommendation and a second interview with them. Selected candidates will be informed towards the end of October 2026. Onboarding and training: The onboarding process will start after the selection. Selected candidates will have to attend mandatory predeparture training in January 2027. Entry on duty: Departure is possible after the mandatory training. The final departure date will be discussed after the selection and depends on several factors. Are you interested in the programme "[Swiss Talent at the United Nations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/junior-professional-programmes/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations-world-bank)"? Do you have specific questions about the process and how to apply? Join us on Zoom during our Live Q&A sessions on [Thursday, 23 July at 12:15pm](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84366193169?pwd=ShYxc2IIgKWod70jVmQMeb7YXxLWVS.1) or [Tuesday, 11 August at 5:30pm](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85906037811?pwd=pqP9FGJ6ORQH8cTXHxB7aYu6dLKERU.1). More information about the sessions [via this link.](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/junior-professional-programmes/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations-world-bank/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations) Any questions? Contact Michal Habegger, cinfo's Recruitment Specialists, [recruitment@cinfo.ch](https://cinfo365.sharepoint.com/sites/Zusammenfuehren_Personen_Stellen/Freigegebene Dokumente/44_UN_Youth_Volunteers/441_Intakes/2008 - 2023/Intake_2023_DEZA_AFM_SECO/3_Recruitment/Advertisement/2022_Recruitment_Tools and Regulations/recruitment@cinfo.ch)
Women's Economic Empowerment Associate - Swiss UN Volunteer Associate Programme
[UN Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women)](https://www.cinfo.ch/de/un-entity-for-gender-equality-and-the-empowerment-of-women) is the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. Un Women works with governments and civil society to design and implement laws, policies, programmes and services to enable women and girls to claim their rights and expand their opportunities. UN Women is committed to a focus on integrated approaches to address the root causes of inequality and affect broader systems change. UN Women Jordan supports Jordan's Economic Modernization Vision by advancing women's economic participation, strengthening gender-responsive policies, and expanding livelihood opportunities for vulnerable women. Through initiatives such as Surging Women's Employment Initiative (SWEI), the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs) network, and the Oasis programme, UN Women works with government, private sector, and civil society partners to create jobs, improve workplace inclusion, and support women's access to skills, services, and employment. The assignment contributes to these efforts by helping address structural barriers to women's employment and supporting a more inclusive and resilient economy. As Women's Economic Empowerment Associate you support UN Women as follows: - Support Women's Economic Empowerment strategy development through concept notes, desk reviews, and analytical briefs; - Assist with project implementation, including workplans, budgets, partner follow-up, meetings, and documentation; - Support monitoring activities through field visit preparation, data collection, analysis, visualization, and donor reporting; - Support advocacy and knowledge products, including briefs, presentations, best practices, and lessons learned; - Etc. Part of the UN Volunteer Associate Programme "[Swiss Talent at the United Nations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/junior-professional-programmes/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations-world-bank)", this position is sponsored by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC). Social Security - You will be serving on a UN volunteer contract. Your UN health insurance and travel will be covered and you will be receiving a living allowance to cover for your living costs in the duty station. Find more information in the [UNV "Unified Conditions of Service"](https://www.unv.org/sites/default/files/ENGLISH_Conditions of Service (COS) for UN Volunteers_2026_Version 1.2._Current.pdf) and the [UNV "Entitlement calculator".](https://app.unv.org/calculator) - Because of the volunteering and international nature of your contract, you may not be entitled to unemployment insurance upon your return to Switzerland, nor will any contributions to your national social security (AHV/AVS) be made from the living allowance you will be receiving. Soliswiss, our partner and expert will be available to advise on your individual social security situation. Please find the full job description here: For the programme: - Swiss nationality; - Master's degree; - Ideally 12 months of relevant professional experience (min. 3 months - max. 24 months); - Max. 28 years old at the date of application; - Excellent command of English and 2 official Swiss languages (one active = C1/C2, one passive = A2/B1); - Proven interest in joining the international cooperation sector. For this position: - Master's degree in economics, social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international developmentor any related field; - Demonstrated interest and/or experience (ideally one year) in at the national or international level in development projects/ programmes; - Experience in research, data analysis and data visualisation is desirable; - Demonstrated interest in gender equality and women's empowerment is an asset; - Working knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Please find more details in the full job description. We are committed to gender balance and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all genders. We also welcome applications from people with different gender identities and from people with different backgrounds, including sexual orientation, disability, cultural or religious background. We value an inclusive working environment that promotes equal opportunities and a non-discriminatory culture. Important details regarding your application Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date: - Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on 'apply') - CV in English incl the exact length and the % of your employments - Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section "documents" in your login area Find useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the [cinfo website](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-informed/international-cooperation-insights/young-professionals-graduates-and-students) and read this [article](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/on-the-importance-of-keywords-in-un-applications-and-more-tips-on-how-to-get-hired-by-the-un). Application deadline: 17 August 2026 First round of interviews carried out by cinfo: between 09 and 18 September 2026 Final selection: made by the host organisation based on cinfo's recommendation and a second interview with them. Selected candidates will be informed towards the end of October 2026. Onboarding and training: The onboarding process will start after the selection. Selected candidates will have to attend mandatory predeparture training in January 2027. Entry on duty: Departure is possible after the mandatory training. The final departure date will be discussed after the selection and depends on several factors. Are you interested in the programme "[Swiss Talent at the United Nations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/junior-professional-programmes/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations-world-bank)"? Do you have specific questions about the process and how to apply? Join us on Zoom during our Live Q&A sessions on [Thursday, 23 July at 12:15pm](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84366193169?pwd=ShYxc2IIgKWod70jVmQMeb7YXxLWVS.1) or [Tuesday, 11 August at 5:30pm](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85906037811?pwd=pqP9FGJ6ORQH8cTXHxB7aYu6dLKERU.1). More information about the sessions [via this link.](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/junior-professional-programmes/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations-world-bank/talent-programme-swiss-youth-at-the-united-nations) Any questions? Contact Michal Habegger, cinfo's Recruitment Specialists, [recruitment@cinfo.ch](https://cinfo365.sharepoint.com/sites/Zusammenfuehren_Personen_Stellen/Freigegebene Dokumente/44_UN_Youth_Volunteers/441_Intakes/2008 - 2023/Intake_2023_DEZA_AFM_SECO/3_Recruitment/Advertisement/2022_Recruitment_Tools and Regulations/recruitment@cinfo.ch)