I saw a number of new UN volunteer jobs posted recently, everywhere from the Western Pacific to South America and Africa. Their website also has some exciting new reports and other material including this map showing their impact across the globe.
Check their website to see a new UN report on Volunteerism, and job openings. Remember, with UNV you can be a national, international or e-volunteer.
During my four years with UNESCO in Malawi, our project had several young Malawians working as national UN volunteers. They did a great job in communications support and used that experience to further develop their careers.
If you want to read about my work in Malawi, check out my memoir – Overseas Adventures… available from this website or Amazon Canada.
I first learned about SNV decades ago in Ghana where they funded a small water/agriculture project for us in the North. At the time, I was one of two Field Officers with what is now CUSO International. Judging from the work they are reporting, SNV is still going strong!
SNV is a Netherlands global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. Driven by a vision of a better world where all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably, SNV strengthens capacities and catalyses partnerships that transform agri-food, energy, and water systems. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises. With 60 years of experience and a team of approximately 1,600 people, we support our partners in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia, tailoring our approaches to different contexts to achieve large-scale impact and create more equitable lives for all.
Our CARE principles—Committed to Impact, Adaptive to Context, Respecting Differences, and Expertise in Practice—are at the heart of who we are and the work we do. These principles are embedded in our vision, mission, and strategy, which serve as our compass guiding us towards 2030.
We regularly post a wide range of job openings, from traineeships and consulting roles to managerial positions. These opportunities cover multiple fields, including procurement, finance, communications, IT, monitoring and compliance across all the countries where we operate.
World Vision is a very, large organization with job openings worldwide. The one that caught my eye this morning is Regional Leader, East Asia. (Note: If the LINK doesn’t work, just copy and paste it into your browser.)
The Regional Leader, East Asia will direct regional operations of World Vision (WV) and provide oversight to 8 countries (Cambodia, China, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, North Korea, Thailand and Vietnam) by ensuring effective management in alignment with WV’s Vision, Mission, Core Values and global strategic directions.
Today, I am sharing a mix of opportunities that you may not have seen.
Hopefully, the Links below will work. If the click doesn’t work, just copy and paste into your browser.
**Obama Foundation Leaders Program Applications 2027 Open** Leaders Program | The Obama Foundation Applications for the Obama Foundation Leaders Program 2027 are open for emerging changemakers committed to creating positive social impact in their communities. The program brings together leaders from Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the United States for a values-based leadership journey featuring expert coaching, collaborative learning, and a global network of change-makers.
📌 **Key Highlights** ✔️ Leadership development program for emerging leaders aged 24–45 across eligible regions ✔️ Personalized leadership coaching, virtual learning sessions, and collaboration with global peers ✔️ Join a worldwide network of civic, nonprofit, business, and public sector leaders driving systems-level change ✔️ Strengthen your leadership skills while expanding your impact through the Obama Foundation’s global community
Apply now to become part of a global network of leaders dedicated to advancing inclusive, lasting change in their communities and beyond.
📢 Driving Gender Equality Through Sport – Moving for Change 💰 Grant making Entity: Adidas Foundation 🌍 Eligible Countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda 💶 Total Budget: EUR 2,200,000 💵 Maximum Grant per Project: EUR 700,000 📅 Application Deadline: 21 August 2026 🔗 More Information: Request for Proposals for Moving for Change | adidas Foundation
If you don’t see the job you are looking for just now, you can join their Talent network to express interest in upcoming opportunities, and share your CV.
I worked with UNESCO for four years as Team Leader on the STEP Malawi project. It was a fantastic project in skills and technical education like this one coming up in India but the latter has a particular focus on young women.
The position is “Project Associate” to support the implementation of the UNESCO–NIKE “Kickstart Her Future – India” project.
Application Deadline is: July 26th
To see information on the STEP Malawi program use the following link.
I found the UNESCO India request interesting for several reasons. One, the request shows the level of detail that goes into requests of this type, and secondly it provides a link to the UNESCO recruitment page.
In my long career, I had several assignments in South Asia including one with the ITU in India. To read about my experience there, you can check out my book Overseas Adventures – From Afghanistan to Zambia and Points In-Between available from my website or from AMAZON Canada.
Before you get excited, I checked the link for this ad and it does not take you directly to Save the Children (International) site, but rather to one cluttered with confusing ads. So I did not include that link.
To visit the real Save the Children site and check on available or upcoming vacancies see here.
Being an ex-CUSO volunteer in Nigeria and later a CUSO Field Staff Officer in Ghana, I encourage individuals to have a look at what CUSO International has to offer by way of assignments. These days both e-volunteering and international placement are available, so too are placements in the North of Canada. See the information below that I pulled from an email received today.
The links in the BLOCKS below do not work but you can see what openings are currently available and where. To see all available openings scroll down to the bottom of this post.
This April, discover flexible volunteer placements designed to create meaningful impact through shorter 3-5 month opportunities combined with e-volunteering options. Our latest placements focus on economic resilience, inclusive growth, and private-sector engagement, supporting partners to strengthen inclusive policies, advance gender equality, and support entrepreneurship and workforce development. We’re seeking Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and skills-based professionals, including Curriculum Advisors for the mining sector, to help reskill and upskill individuals and support youth employment. Indigenous individuals are especially encouraged to apply for our Youth Sports & Recreation Coordinator placement in Northern Canada, supporting youth wellbeing and community development. If you’ve never volunteered with Cuso International before, this is a great time to start. There’s a placement ready to take you somewhere new, professionally and personally!
To read about my experiences with CUSO in Nigeria and Ghana (and later with different organizations in other countries), check out my book Overseas Adventures available on this website, or from AMAZON.
Establishment of a Pre-Qualified List (Roster) of International Consultants
Application Deadline: March 9th, 2026
Introduction and Background
World University Service of Canada (WUSC) is a Canadian non-profit organization working to create a better world for all young people. We bring together a diverse network of students, volunteers, schools, governments, and businesses who share this vision. Together, we develop solutions in education, economic opportunities, and empowerment to overcome inequality and exclusion for youth around the world, particularly young women and young refugees. WUSC currently operates in 28 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as in Canada, with an annual budget of approximately CAD $65 million. Our global team includes over 350 staff, implementing a diverse portfolio of development projects in collaboration with numerous multilateral and bilateral donors, and philanthropic foundations.
To efficiently deliver on its growing project portfolio, organizational strategy, and business development initiatives, WUSC seeks to establish a Pre-Qualified List (Roster) of experienced consultants. This roster will serve as a readily available pool of technical specialists who can be rapidly mobilized to support WUSC’s operations globally on an as-needed basis.
Objective
The primary objective of this ToR is to solicit applications from highly qualified consultants to be included in WUSC’s Pre-Qualified Roster. Consultants selected for the Roster will enter into a framework agreement for the provision of specialized technical expertise and short-term support services across various thematic and operational areas.
If interested, check the details on type of consultants needed and the experience requirements on the webpage noted at the top of this post.
As a side note following my recent post about ‘volunteering’, WUSC is a well established Canadian volunteer recruiting and placement agency. They are clearly now adding another channel to their work – recruiting and placing both volunteers and consultants.
I wonder if other similar agencies will also look in this direction?
I am sharing the email announcement from CUSO International about some upcoming 5-Month volunteer assignments (for both French and English language speakers). See the jobs listed below. Note that there are other jobs listed at the bottom link.
CUSO has a warm spot in my heart having been a CUSO teacher volunteer for two years in Nigeria, and two years later being a Field Staff Officer co-managing the 80 volunteers working in Ghana as well as small projects.
You can see Chapters 1 and 2 in my book “Overseas Adventures…” to learn more about my experiences there.
We’re excited to share our latest international volunteering opportunities for 2026! Did you know that the United Nations has declared 2026 the Year of the Volunteer? There’s no better time to make a meaningful impact abroad and be part of a global movement celebrating service and solidarity. These placements are designed for Canadian citizens and permanent residents seeking to make a meaningful impact abroad for a duration of 5 months. Whether you’re interested in volunteering internationally or know someone who might be, we invite you to explore our placements and find a role that suits your skills and interests. Alternatively, you can share these opportunities with your network if you think someone would be a good fit. Your contribution can truly impact communities around the world. As the holiday season approaches, we want to wish you and your loved ones joy, peace, and good health. Thank you for being part of our community and for supporting global change.
