Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Strategic Engagement with UN JPO Program
Agreement Number:
7474868 P012809002
Agreement Value:
$1,000,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 27, 2026 - Dec 31, 2028
Description:
This project funds new United Nations Junior Professional Officers (JPO) positions under the ITU. Funding new JPO positions creates opportunities for young professional Canadians to gain valuable experience working in key areas of the UN.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) the placement of young Canadian professionals in strategic UN positions; and (2) increase the pool of highly qualified Canadian professionals in the UN.
Location:
Geneva, CH
Reference Number:
064-2025-2026-Q4-0108
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Other
Recipient's Legal Name:
Union International des Télécommunications
Program:
International Development Assistance program
Program Purpose:
The main purpose on the International Development Assistance Program is to reduce poverty for those living in countries where Global Affairs Canada engages in international development.