African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) 2026 for Young Africans (Fully Funded)

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Applications are open for African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) 2026. The African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU YVC), established in 2010, is a flagship continental Youth Leadership program that recruits trains an deploys young African professionals from all 55 AU Member States to serve as professional volunteers for a period of 12 months.

AUYVC promotes volunteerism to deepen the status of young people in Africa as key actors in Africa’s development targets and goals, enhancing their participation in policy, programs and initiatives towards the realization of AU Agenda2063 – ‘The Africa We Want’. It brings people together to share skills, knowledge, creativity and learning to build a more integrated, prosperous, and peaceful Continent driven by its citizens. The concept is in line with the Decision of AU Head of States and Governments in Assembly/AU/Dec.274 (XVI) January 2010, to set up a Continental Volunteer initiative and to promote volunteerism to empower young people and accelerate Africa’s development.

African Union Youth Volunteer Corps Benefits

The African Union Commission and partners will cover the full costs of pre-deployment training and
subsequent volunteer deployment for successful candidates. An African Union Youth Volunteers receive the following benefits & opportunities:

Unique opportunity to engage at highest continental policy and programs at the African Union
Network with Young African leaders from across the continent
Economy return ticket to place of deployment
A monthly stipend to cover living expenses
Health insurance cover
AU Service Passport
Separation allowance on successful completion of twelve months service
Training and mentorship opportunities

Eligibility Criteria for African Union Youth Volunteer Corps

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Citizen of an AU Member State living on the continent or in the Diaspora.
Aged 18 – 35 years (must be under the age of 35 upon completing 12 months service)
Have post-secondary certified qualification(s) (TVET, Bachelor’s, master’s etc.)
Available in 2026/27 to dedicate 12 (twelve) months for professional volunteer service.
Willing to live and work in another AU Member State.
Is proficient in at least one AU working language (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese & Spanish).
Has at least one-year verifiable volunteering experience and one-year professional work experience.

Required Skills

Proficient computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Power Point)
Proficiency with e-mail and internet applications,
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish, Kiswahili) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage

Core Competencies

Ability to communicate clearly
Ability to write clearly and concisely
Be committed to work
Ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment
Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity

How To Apply for African Union Youth Volunteer Corps

To submit your application:

Visit the AU careers website; jobs.au.int, click on « Search Jobs » and click on the AUYVC post.
- If you are a registered user, log in
- If you are not a registered user, create an account
Fill out your personal information
Attach the following documents:
- Your updated professional CV (no longer than 3 pages)
- Bio page of your passport (or national ID)
- Copy of your highest completed qualification (no transcripts)
- Attach a letter of recommendation (not older than 2 years) attesting to your leadership qualities
Attach your cover letter. In your cover letter please respond to the following questions:
- Why do you want to become an African Union Youth Volunteer?
- What makes you the best candidate for AUYVC?
- What skills are you bringing to the AUYVC and your host organization?
Review and submit your application before: April 26, 2026 11h59 p.m. EAT

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Application Deadline: April 26, 2026 11h59 p.m. EAT