The Program for Global Human Resource Development for Peacebuilding and Development – FY2025 Mid-Career Course

The Program for Global Human Resource Development for Peacebuilding and Development was established by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan to build the capacity of individuals wishing to work in peacebuilding and international development. As part of this program, Hiroshima University will deliver the Mid-Career Course from January 7 – 13, 2026 in Hiroshima, in cooperation with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR).

The Mid-Career Course is a professional development course designed to help mid-level professionals working in peacebuilding and international development to further their careers and achieve their career goals. Against the backdrop of the budgetary crisis currently affecting many international organizations, the course provides an opportunity for these professionals to:

1. Take stock of where they are in their career;
2. Identify concrete steps to improve their leadership skills and enhance core managerial competencies and behaviors;
3. Update their knowledge about current trends shaping the peacebuilding and international development sectors;
4. Learn about Hiroshima City’s recovery.

Course Dates

In-person workshop from January 7, 2026 (Wednesday) to January 13, 2026 (Tuesday).

Venue

The training will mainly take place at Hiroshima University, Kagamiyama 1-3-2, Higashi-Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, 739-8511, Japan. Participants will stay in accommodation on campus.

Cost of participation

There is no cost for participating in the Course. In addition, for non-Japanese participants, the Program will cover transportation costs between Tokyo and the training venue (Higashi-Hiroshima City) and accommodation costs during the training. Please note that travel to/from Japan; food; or any other miscellaneous personal expenses are not covered by the Program. For Japanese participants, the cost of participation will come to approximately 120,000 yen (including accommodation, food, and travel between Tokyo and Higashi-Hiroshima).

Eligibility

We welcome applicants from a variety of countries with diverse backgrounds, including international organizations, the public and private sectors, as well as NGOs/NPOs. In order to apply, you must have:

• At least seven years of professional experience in peacebuilding and/or international development (e.g., administration, communications, economics, engineering, finance, human resources, humanitarian aid, IT, law, political affairs, procurement, public health, security, supply chain management, environment, and related fields). Work experience in international organizations is not a prerequisite, but familiarity with the UN system and international development issues will be an asset.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• A strong interest in building a career in peacebuilding and development, in particular at the UN and other international organizations.
• Commitment to actively and fully participate in the Course (you must be able to attend all days of the Course).

Application Deadline

Monday, September 1, 2025 (5:00 PM Japan Time)