Graduate Professional (Conventional Weapons, 2 positions)
Organizational Context
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Job Purpose
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Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Head of Programme, the Graduate Professionals will be responsible for the following duties: Conducting background research and analysis; Providing administrative support to the programme, including assisting in the planning and implementation of programme activities (e.g. meetings, workshops, conferences, field missions) and in record-keeping and monitoring; Communicating with project partners; and Performing other tasks, as required.
Work Experience
Education To qualify for the UNIDIR Graduate and Professional Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or have graduated with a university degree (first or second university degree or equivalent) and, if selected, must commence the Graduate and Professional Programme within a one-year period of graduation. At UNIDIR, preference will be given to applicants with postgraduate degree qualifications relevant to the Conventional Weapons Programme’s specific current needs, for instance in the fields of social or behavioural sciences (such as political sciences, international affairs, security studies, peace and conflict studies), or international law. Work experience Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme, while demonstrated experience and/or interest in conventional arms control will be considered an asset. Languages For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of at least one other official UN language is desirable. How to apply To apply for the Graduate Professional role, candidates should submit: Cover letter UN Personal History Profile (PHP) created via Inspira Brief responses (up to 30 words for each response) to the following screening questions: GPP candidates must either be enrolled in a graduate programme or have graduated within the year preceding the start of the GPP. Please explain how you meet this eligibility requirement. If you are currently enrolled, describe how you will manage the GPP’s full-time (100%) work commitment. Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required for this position. Please explain how you meet this criterion. Explain your skills and/or experience in conducting research. Explain your skills in standard software applications, such as Microsoft Office tools and InDesign. Explain your ability to organize and coordinate multiple tasks. All documents should be sent as a single PDF titled SURNAME_Name_PHP-CL to unidir.recruitment@un.org with “UNIDIR Conventional Weapons Programme GPP Application” in the subject line. Please note that a curriculum vitae in lieu of a PHP will not be accepted. Clearly state your preferred start date (11 January 2027 or 5 July 2027) in your Graduate and Professional Programme application. The deadline for submission of applications is midnight Geneva time on 10 November 2026 . Send to unidir.recruitment@un.org Subject line UNIDIR Conventional Weapons Programme GPP Application Please note Incomplete applications and applications generated with artificial intelligence will not be processed. Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you move forward in the process, you may be contacted for further assessment. UNIDIR is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. *Applicants for the Graduate and Professional Programme must show proof of valid medical insurance coverage to cover the full period of the GPP and provide a medical certificate of good health prior to the Graduate Professional’s commencement. The United Nations accepts no responsibility for the medical insurance of the Graduate Professional or costs arising from injury, illness or death that may occur during the Graduate and Professional Programme. **Successful candidates who already receive a stipend from another source, such as an educational institution, will have their stipend topped up to this amount.
Skills
Project management and/or implementation; Research and presentation; Ability to synthesize information into concise, high-quality written briefs; Organization and coordination of multiple tasks; Interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills (written and oral); Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (in particular Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Experience in data collection and analysis, and knowledge of relevant software and tools will be considered an asset; Demonstrated interest and/or experience in conventional arms control; Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views; and Interest in international peace and security, disarmament and/or the work of the United Nations, and a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.