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UNFPA Tanzania Youth Advisory Panel 2027–2029 | Youth Leadership & SRHR Advocacy

The UNFPA Tanzania Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) recruits 15 young Tanzanians aged 15–24 for a voluntary 2027–2029 term to advise on sexual and reproductive health, gender equality, and youth participation in SDG implementation. Members contribute 16 hours weekly, gain policy experience, and represent youth voices in national forums.

November 5, 2026 ⏰ Deadline: Nov 15, 2026

Quick Overview

Host CountryTanzania
Degree LevelShort Course
Funding TypePartial Funding
Fields of StudyGender Equality, Public Policy, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, Sustainable Development Goals, Youth Development
DeadlineNovember 15, 2026

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Overview

The UNFPA Tanzania Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) is a structured youth engagement mechanism established in 2006. It provides young Tanzanians with direct access to UNFPA programming, policy discussions, and national decision-making processes. For the 2027–2029 term, UNFPA will recruit up to 15 members to serve as youth advisors on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), gender equality, and Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) implementation.

This is a voluntary, part-time commitment designed for young people who want to influence policy rather than pursue formal academic study. It complements UNFPA’s support for Tanzania’s National Youth Development Policy 2024 and the Tanzania Development Vision 2050.

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What YAP Members Do

Selected members perform specific advisory and representational functions:

  • Facilitate information exchange on youth policies, gender equality, and SRHR best practices
  • Represent youth voices in policy and programme development forums
  • Enable understanding between UNFPA, government, and youth groups on how youth concerns can be addressed
  • Participate in national and subnational coordination forums on youth development, gender equality, and SRHR
  • Identify emerging issues in reproductive health, gender, social norms, and cultural practices
  • Communicate critical issues from regional and national forums back to communities
  • Attend meetings and technical working groups with UNFPA Tanzania and stakeholders

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must meet all criteria below. No exceptions are published.

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  • Age: 15 to 24 years at time of application
  • Residency: Tanzanian citizen (separate application streams for Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar)
  • Knowledge: Demonstrated familiarity with SDGs, SRHR, youth leadership, human rights, and gender equality
  • Skills: Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media); good organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Availability: Minimum 16 hours per week voluntary commitment through 2028
  • Language: Fluency in Kiswahili (oral and written); English proficiency is an advantage
  • Experience: Active involvement in community initiatives and youth networks (faith-based groups, disability advocacy, education, skills development, gender, leadership, HIV/AIDS, sports, rural development, or similar)

UNFPA prioritizes gender-equal inclusion and encourages applications from disadvantaged and marginalized youth, including people living with disabilities.

Duration and Working Arrangements

The 2027–2029 term is part-time and home-based until 2028. Members work at least 16 hours weekly on a voluntary basis. UNFPA covers travel and accommodation costs when members are required to attend YAP meetings in person.

Financial Terms

Membership is strictly voluntary and not remunerated. There is no salary, stipend, or educational grant. The only financial support provided is reimbursement for travel and accommodation for official YAP meetings when necessary.

Application Process

Submit three documents by email before the deadline:

  1. Motivation letter explaining your interest and relevant experience
  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  3. Letter of support or endorsement from your affiliated organization(s)

Send applications to:

  • Tanzania Mainland: ngaeje@unfpa.org
  • Zanzibar: kheri@unfpa.org

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. No information is published about interview timelines or notification dates.

Why Apply: Value for SADC Applicants

For young people in Zimbabwe and the broader SADC region considering regional opportunities, the YAP offers direct exposure to UN agency operations, multilateral policy processes, and SRHR programming at scale. The experience is transferable to advocacy roles, UN internships, and development sector careers across Africa. While Tanzania-specific, the YAP model demonstrates how youth advisory structures function—useful context for applicants seeking similar roles with UNFPA or other UN agencies in their home countries.

Important Limitations

UNFPA has not published: the exact start date for the 2027–2029 term; the selection criteria weighting; the number of applications received in prior years; or the specific geographic distribution of seats between Mainland and Zanzibar. Applicants should not assume automatic shortlisting based on any single qualification.

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Funding Coverage

Voluntary position; no salary or stipend. Travel and accommodation for official meetings covered when necessary.

Eligibility Criteria

Tanzanian citizens aged 15-24 with demonstrated knowledge of SDGs, SRHR, gender equality, and youth leadership; active community involvement; 16 hours/week availability; Kiswahili fluency required, English advantageous.

Required Documents

Motivation letter, CV, letter of support/endorsement from affiliated organization

Application Process

Email complete application package to ngaeje@unfpa.org (Mainland) or kheri@unfpa.org (Zanzibar) before deadline. Only shortlisted candidates contacted.
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Frequently Asked Questions

No. YAP membership is entirely voluntary and unpaid. UNFPA only covers travel and accommodation costs when you are required to attend official meetings in person. There is no salary, stipend, or educational funding.
No. This opportunity is restricted to Tanzanian citizens. There are separate application streams for Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar. If you are from Zimbabwe or elsewhere in SADC, you cannot apply for this specific YAP, but you may use it as a reference for similar UNFPA youth advisory opportunities in your own country.
The deadline is November 15, 2026. UNFPA has not published any late submission policy, so you should assume applications received after this date will not be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted; no confirmation of receipt is automatically sent.
UNFPA does not publish application numbers or selection rates. However, they prioritize gender-equal inclusion and actively seek disadvantaged and marginalized youth, including people with disabilities. Strong candidates demonstrate concrete community involvement, clear knowledge of SRHR/gender/SDG issues, and organizational endorsement.
Your affiliated organization must provide a letter of support or endorsement confirming your active involvement and suitability for the role. The letter should be on organizational letterhead if possible, though UNFPA does not specify exact format requirements.
No direct employment pathway is published. The YAP is an advisory volunteer role, not an internship or junior staff position. However, it provides significant exposure to UNFPA operations and networks that may support future applications for UN internships, consultancies, or staff positions.