MYCP Seeks Youth on the Move (YOM) Programme Coordinator | Remote Global Consultancy | June 2026–December 2027
Professionals passionate about youth empowerment, migration, and international development have an exciting opportunity to apply for the Youth on the Move (YOM) Programme Coordinator position. The role offers a remote/hybrid global consultancy and is delivered through a partnership between the Migration Youth & Children Platform (MYCP) and UNICEF.
This fixed-term consultancy provides the chance to coordinate a global programme supporting migrant and displaced youth while working alongside international partners to create more inclusive pathways into humanitarian and development careers.
About the Youth on the Move Programme
The Youth on the Move (YOM) Programme is a global initiative designed to improve access to professional opportunities for migrant, refugee, and displaced youth. First launched in 2022 as the Youth on the Move Fellowship, the programme was developed to address legal, financial, and administrative barriers that prevent many young people on the move from accessing meaningful employment and leadership opportunities.
Following the success of the pilot programme, UNICEF and the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme expanded the initiative, with MYCP continuing as a key implementation partner.
The 2026–2027 programme cohort will support Youth on the Move UN Volunteers in:
- Kenya
- Uganda
- Iraq
- Colombia
- Sudan
- Myanmar
Participants will benefit from mentorship programmes, Skills Accelerator sessions, professional development opportunities, development roundtables, and alumni engagement activities.
Youth on the Move Programme Coordinator Position Overview
The Youth on the Move (YOM) Programme Coordinator will oversee the planning, implementation, and coordination of all programme activities across participating countries.
The successful candidate will play a central role in designing learning experiences, coordinating partnerships, managing mentors and facilitators, and ensuring programme activities successfully promote youth inclusion and empowerment.
Job Details
- Position: Youth on the Move (YOM) Programme Coordinator
- Location: Remote / Hybrid (Global)
- Contract Type: Fixed-Term Consultancy
- Duration: June 2026 – December 2027
- Remuneration: USD $12,500 for the consultancy term
- Working Hours: Central European Time (CET)
Key Responsibilities
The Programme Coordinator will lead several important areas of programme delivery.
Programme Coordination
Responsibilities include:
- Managing daily programme implementation
- Developing work plans and activity schedules
- Coordinating participant onboarding and engagement
- Managing communications across global stakeholders
- Ensuring programme milestones are delivered on time
Skills Accelerator and Capacity Building
The Coordinator will:
- Design and deliver Skills Accelerator sessions
- Organize development roundtables and workshops
- Develop learning resources and participant materials
- Coordinate trainers, facilitators, and guest speakers
- Build partnerships with NGOs, UN agencies, universities, and youth organizations
Mentorship and Alumni Engagement
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing the mentorship programme
- Recruiting and supporting mentors
- Matching mentors with programme participants
- Creating mentorship guidance materials and toolkits
- Coordinating alumni networking and peer-learning opportunities
Monitoring and Reporting
The Coordinator will also:
- Support programme monitoring and evaluation
- Track participant engagement and attendance
- Prepare reports for UNICEF and programme stakeholders
- Coordinate feedback collection and programme improvement activities
Essential Qualifications
Applicants should demonstrate experience in:
- Programme and project management
- Designing and facilitating training programmes
- Coordinating workshops and learning initiatives
- Partnership development
- Managing mentors, facilitators, or volunteers
- Stakeholder engagement and communication
- Working with migrant, refugee, or displaced communities
- Safeguarding, inclusion, and accessibility principles
- Working across multiple countries and time zones
- Professional English communication skills
Knowledge of an additional UN language is considered an advantage.
Desirable Experience
Candidates with the following backgrounds are encouraged to apply:
- Experience working with UN agencies or international NGOs
- Youth-led organization experience
- Online learning and virtual programme coordination
- Leadership development programme design
- Lived experience of migration, displacement, or statelessness
Why This Opportunity Matters
This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute to one of the world’s leading initiatives focused on empowering migrant and displaced youth.
The successful Programme Coordinator will help create learning opportunities, strengthen mentorship networks, and support young professionals participating in humanitarian and international development programmes across several countries.
For professionals passionate about youth leadership, migration, social inclusion, and international cooperation, this role offers meaningful global experience while working remotely with respected international partners.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can submit their applications using the official application form provided by MYCP.
Application Form: https://forms.gle/2JR3p9QsypRM4ZyU7
Applicants are encouraged to review the complete job description before submitting their application to understand the role, responsibilities, and qualifications in detail.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an internationally recognized programme dedicated to empowering migrant and displaced youth while contributing to inclusive global development initiatives.
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