Graduate Recruitment at United Nations Population Fund Ghana

UNFPA is committed to creating a world where every pregnancy is intentional, every childbirth is safe, and every young person can achieve their full potential.

To support this mission, UNFPA Ghana offers an internship programme tailored to empower enthusiastic students and recent graduates, including young individuals with disabilities, by providing valuable hands-on experience in a professional setting.

This initiative fosters growth and skill development, preparing participants for future opportunities.

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Eligibility Requirements

Educational Criteria:
a. Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree programme (or equivalent) and have completed at least one full academic year.
b. Enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s or higher).
c. Recently graduated with a degree as outlined above, and if selected, must begin the internship within one year of graduation.
d. Enrolled in a postgraduate professional trainee programme, with the internship being part of this programme.

Making an Impact

As the leading UN agency dedicated to ensuring every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled, UNFPA works tirelessly to drive transformative results. The UNFPA Strategic Plan (2022–2025) underscores its ongoing commitment to:

Ending preventable maternal deaths.
Eliminating unmet needs for family planning.
Eradicating gender-based violence and harmful practices.

These priorities align with advancing the ICPD Programme of Action and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of the Decade of Action leading to 2030. UNFPA calls on global partners and stakeholders to recover from the setbacks of the COVID-19 pandemic, rebuild progress, and achieve these critical goals.

In today’s world, where fundamental human rights face challenges, UNFPA seeks individuals with unwavering integrity, strong ethical principles, and the courage to champion these standards with conviction.

Who We’re Looking For

UNFPA values candidates who are transformative, innovative, and results-oriented, driving sustainable change and impactful outcomes. We seek individuals who demonstrate transparency, exceptional resource management, and a commitment to delivering excellence in program implementation.