Deadline: November 17, 2025
The European Union Delegation to Zimbabwe is proud to announce the launch of the call for applications for the 2026-2028 cohort of the Team Europe Youth Sounding Board (YSB). Under a spirit of inclusivity, the Team Europe YSB aims to bring together young men and women volunteering from all provinces of Zimbabwe from both urban and rural areas and include people with disabilities. Looking for youth with a passion for the socio-economic development of Zimbabwe, particularly the empowerment of youth.
The Team Europe YSB cohort will advise the EU Delegation and the EU Member States Embassies on their programmes and activities in Zimbabwe in order for them to be able to incorporate the voices of the young Zimbabweans of nowadays.
About the Youth Sounding Board
The Youth Sounding Board is an initiative that aims to give young people a greater say in the EU’s action in Zimbabwe. It is composed of 25 diverse, young people from Zimbabwe, who will serve on volunteering basis over the course of two years to discuss and advise the EU Delegation and EU Embassies on issues such as climate-smart agriculture, green economic growth, human development, good governance, human rights, gender equality and women empowerment. The Board will also advise the EU on how to better engage with young people in Zimbabwe.
The EU is committed to youth participation and empowerment, and the YSB is a key part of this commitment. Over the years, the YSB’s work has contributed to tangible improvements in youth-focused projects and strategies, with its members actively having a say on the needs and priorities of young people in Zimbabwe and monitoring the impact of EU initiatives on Zimbabwean youth. Membership is voluntary and based on a two-year mandate, requiring around 60 days of commitment per year through both online and field engagements. While the role is unremunerated, the EU covers all reasonable expenses to ensure members can fully participate in their responsibilities.
Benefits
- Contribute to shaping youth empowerment in the EUD’s projects and strategies.
- Represent the diverse voices of Zimbabwean youth from all provinces and backgrounds – including young men and women, youth with disabilities, and those from rural and urban communities
- Engage with EU Delegation decision-makers and partners on matters affecting youth in the priority areas of EU cooperation in Zimbabwe.
- Gain valuable experience and exposure to international cooperation
Eligibility
- Aged between 18 and 30 years old at the close of the application period;
- Zimbabwean national or permanent residents;
- Not holding any leadership position in political parties;
- Passionate about youth socio-economic development and empowerment.
Application
Application forms and guidelines are accessible through:
- Google link
- WhatsApp contacts: Mellisa @ +263 +263 789 965 984 / Sibu @ +263 776 138 341
- EU Delegation to Zimbabwe and Restless Development websites)
- Email request: [email protected]
- Physical pickup and submission at designated partner offices
Applications may be submitted online via:
- Google link
- WhatsApp: +263 789 965 984 / +263 776 138 341
- Post: 16 Oxford Road, Avondale, Harare
- In person: 16 Oxford Road, Avondale, Harare.
- Email: [email protected]
For more information, visit Team Europe Youth Sounding Board.
