UNV provides end-to-end support for the recruitment and administration of UN Volunteers. This includes:

• Helping to identify appropriate volunteer assignments;
• Outreach and identification of candidates that match the assignment’s requirements;
• Issuing an offer to the candidate the host unit selects and concluding the contractual arrangements with the volunteers;
• Ensuring medical and other clearances are in place;
• Providing access to a learning eCampus to all UN Volunteers;
• Administering assignment-related payments, benefits and entitlements;

If interested in hosting a UN Volunteer, the Country Office should:

1. Determine your needs, which may be informed by discussions with UNDP GFPHST or Global Fund counterparts
2. Reach out directly to the closest UNV Field Unit or Regional Office – contact details are available here
3. Define your needs, draft a Description of Assignment (DoA Template) and confirm funding
4. Engage in the recruitment process by reviewing the profiles of 3-5 shortlisted candidates provided by UNV – including at least 1-2 women – who meet your requirements
5. Select the most suitable candidate through a desk review, technical test and/or interview.
6. UNV makes the offer to the candidate, concludes contractual arrangements, ensures medical clearances, and helps the UN Volunteer prepare for travel to the duty station
7. Prepare for the arrival of the UN Volunteer – this may include ensuring the availability of a workspace and computer; preparing induction and making supervisory arrangements

For additional guidance and resources related to hosting a UN Volunteer, please visit the UNV website.

UNDP GFPHST and UNV have developed a set of standard DoA templates for the following common profiles leveraged by PMUs. These should be adapted based on the specific context: