Commonwealth Young Professionals Programme 2023: Apply Now

Commonwealth Young Professionals Programme 2023: Apply Now


The Commonwealth Secretariat invites applications for the Young Professionals Programme (YPP) 2023. The YPP aims to empower talented young people from across the Commonwealth, allowing them to contribute to its work through innovative ideas and specialist knowledge. The deadline for applications is July 10, 2023.





The Commonwealth Secretariat has announced that applications are now open for the Commonwealth Young Professionals Programme (YPP) 2023. The programme is designed to provide a platform for talented young individuals from across the Commonwealth to contribute their technical expertise, innovative ideas, and fresh perspectives to the organisation’s core work. The application deadline is July 10, 2023.
Program Commonwealth Young Professionals Programme 2023
Applicant Criteria Citizens of a Commonwealth country aged 27 or younger, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area, at least one year of relevant work experience
Available Positions Assistant Research Officer roles in various departments
Salary £29,070 per annum
Application Deadline July 10, 2023





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About the Commonwealth Young Professionals Programme

The YPP is a part of the Commonwealth Secretariat’s efforts to empower young individuals. The programme offers opportunities for talented and qualified young individuals from across the Commonwealth to contribute their unique skills and ideas to the organisation.

The Commonwealth is a voluntary association comprising 56 member governments, providing policy-making guidance, technical assistance, and advisory services to member countries. Its goal is to assist governments in achieving sustainable, inclusive, and equitable development.
Available Positions in the Programme

The programme offers a variety of positions for young professionals to apply for:Assistant Research Officer YPO (Trade Competitiveness)
Assistant Research Officer (Office of the Secretary-General)
Assistant Research Officer (Economic, Youth & Sustainable Development Directorate)
Assistant Research Officer (Governance and Peace Directorate) x2

The salary for these positions stands at £29,070 per annum.
Eligibility Criteria for Applicants

To be eligible for the programme, you must meet the following criteria:Be a citizen of a Commonwealth country
Be 27 years or younger at the time applications close
Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area
Have at least one year of demonstrated work experience in the design and delivery of a subject relevant to development or democracy programmes/projects.
Application Process

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a CV and a cover letter. The covering letter should be structured to address the key criteria required in the person specification, with clear examples given.

You can apply for the programme using the following link: Apply Here

For more information about the programme, you can visit the Commonwealth’s official website: Commonwealth Young Professionals Programme