OHCHR Humanitarian Funds Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the OHCHR Humanitarian Funds Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland. The fellowship will take place at the United Nations Human Rights Office in Geneva. OHCHR stands for the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, the leading UN agency responsible for promoting and protecting human rights globally. The fellowship aims to provide young professionals with practical experience in supporting individuals who have survived slavery or torture and understanding how the United Nations works to combat these violations. The fellowship runs for one year, with sessions from 01 August 2026 to 31 July 2027 and from 01 January 2027 to 31 December 2027. Program Details Host Country: Switzerland Location: Geneva Duration: 1 Year Program Type: Fully Funded Financial Benefits The fellowship covers: - Return airfare to and from Geneva - Monthly stipend to cover basic living expenses - Basic health insurance Fellows Responsibilities - Grant management, including reviewing project applications and supporting partner organizations - Conduct research and analyze global trends related to slavery and torture - Collect and analyze data on best practices from funded projects - Develop communication materials such as social media content and brochures - Support high-level meetings and public events for the Board of Trustees - Assist other UN Human Rights departments when required Eligibility Criteria - Minimum of 2 years of experience working on human rights issues related to slavery or torture - Experience in project management - Professional-level English proficiency (spoken and written) Required Documents - Completed application form - Curriculum Vitae (CV) Application Process Applicants must apply online through the official OHCHR website before the deadline.