Deadline: July 31, 2025
Applications are open for the Young ICIMOD Professionals Programme (YIPP) 2025/2026. YIPP is a career-defining opportunity for young professionals with at least a master’s degree and preferably 2-3 years of practical experience. The programme allows participants to engage with the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) team, offering hands-on experience in meaningful assignments.
The selected professionals will work at ICIMOD’s head office in Kathmandu, Nepal, in a cross-cultural and impact-driven environment. They will:
- Learn and innovate – engage with cutting-edge research, policy dialogues, and innovative practices in sustainable mountain development.
- Contribute to change – play a vital role in addressing critical challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and sustainable and resilient livelihoods and economies.
- Build networks – connect with a dynamic network of professionals, researchers, and policymakers.
- Develop skills – enhance expertise in research methodologies, policy analysis, and regional cooperation
Remuneration
- The annual total salary for this position is USD $16,487 plus benefits such as housing allowance, insurance, etc.
- For non-Nepali nationals (expatriates), there is a tax exemption in Nepal; they are responsible for their home country’s tax payments.
Eligibility
- Applicant should have a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as environmental science, climate studies, policy, sustainable development, social sciences, management, or related disciplines.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English is required.
- Strong analytical, research, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural, interdisciplinary teams.
- Basic knowledge of regional challenges and priorities in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH), including key cross-cutting issues such as GESI, biodiversity, and climate change.
- Preferred:
- 2-3 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
- Knowledge of local languages spoken in the HKH region is an added advantage.
Application
In your cover letter, clearly specify the Action Area or Unit you are interested in working with. You may indicate more than one Action Area or Unit, depending on the relevance to your qualifications, experience, and career aspirations. Application Deadline: 31 July 2025 (11:59 PM Nepal Standard Time).
For more information, visit YIPP.
