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African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC) 2026

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Apply for the 2026 African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC)!

Applications are now being accepted from all qualified and interested international students for the African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC) 2026.

The African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC) is twelve months fully funded volunteering program that covers the full costs of pre-deployment training and subsequent volunteer deployment for successful candidates..

The program is applicable to undergraduate and graduate in who are Africans.

Individuals interested in the African Union Youth Volunteer Corps should review the job details, requirements, and application process provided below.

African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC) Summary:

  • Sponsor: Unilever
  • Category: Training | Internship
  • Rewards: Training and Mentorship | Networking | Travel Costs | Monthly Stipend | Health Insurance | AU Service Passport Cost | Separation Allowance
  • Eligibility: African Countries
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African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC) Details:

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 (AUYVC) Requirement:

To be eligible for the African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  • 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.
  • 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

African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC) Rewards:

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

African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC) Documents

While applying for the African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC) 2026, you will be required to submit 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: 

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How to Apply for African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC):

To apply for the 2026 African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC), interested and qualified candidates should;

  • Click the red button below to visit the UFLP application page.
  • Visit the AU careers website; jobs.au.int, click on “Search Jobs” and click on the AUYVC post.
  • Fill out your personal information
  • Attach the requested documents
    • 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?Attach your cover letter. In your cover letter please respond to the following questions: 
APPLY HERE: African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AUYVC)

Application Deadline: April 10, 2026

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