Call for Application: Full Funded African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) Recruitment 2026 is open !!! Apply now !!
The African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU YVC), established in 2010, is a flagship continental Youth Leadership program that recruits, trains, and deploys young African professionals from all 55 AU Member States to serve as professional volunteers for a period of 12 months.
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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 Agenda 2063 – ‘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.
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The required skills and core competencies for the AU Youth Volunteer Corps highlight both technical proficiency and personal qualities essential for success. Candidates are expected to demonstrate strong computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as proficiency in email and internet applications. Effective interpersonal abilities and clear communication—both oral and written—are vital, alongside fluency in at least one AU working language, with additional language skills considered an advantage. Core competencies emphasize clarity in communication and writing, commitment to work, and the ability to collaborate harmoniously in multicultural environments. Above all, volunteers must uphold the highest standards of moral conduct and integrity, ensuring professionalism and ethical behavior in all aspects of their service.
The African Union (AU) upholds values that emphasize respect for diversity and teamwork, guided by the principle of “Think Africa Above All.” These values are rooted in transparency, accountability, integrity, and impartiality, ensuring fairness and trust in all actions.
The AU also prioritizes efficiency and professionalism, fostering a culture of excellence in service delivery. Finally, it champions information and knowledge sharing, recognizing that collaboration and openness are essential for collective progress across the continent. Together, these values form the ethical foundation for the AU’s mission of unity, development, and leadership in Africa.
Location:
African CountriesBenefits
- Unique opportunity to engage in 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
Eligibilities
- 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.
- Proficiency in at least one AU working language (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese & Spanish).
- Has at least one year of verifiable volunteering experience and one year of professional work experience.
Application Process
- Applicants are required to complete the process by providing necessary information and documents in the “apply link” below:
- Updated professional CV (no longer than 3 pages)
- Bio page of the passport (or national ID)
- Copy of the highest completed qualification (no transcripts)
- Attach a letter of recommendation (not older than 2 years)
Application Deadline: April 10, 2026 (5 Days Remaining)
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