About the opportunity
The United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa is organized by the Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs in cooperation with the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, the African Union, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). Scheduled to be held in person at the facilities of the ECA in Addis Ababa from 15 March to 7 April 2027, the course is conducted in English and accommodates up to 30 participants, including a limited number of spaces for self-funded participants. It provides high-quality training by leading international law scholars and practitioners on various branches of international law.
Salary and benefits
- Intensive training in international law conducted by leading scholars and practitioners
- Comprehensive coverage of core topics in public international law
- Networking opportunities with legal professionals and scholars from across the African region
- Funding support for selected participants covering travel and living expenses, subject to availability (while self-funded spaces are also available)
Who can apply?
- Open to candidates meeting the specific professional and educational requirements set by the Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs
- Candidates must have a background in international law or related fields
- Proficiency in English is required as the course is conducted entirely in English
- Self-funded participants are also accommodated within the limit of 30 total course spaces
Required documents
- Official application form (available in English only)
- Supporting professional and academic documents as specified in the application package
When to apply
- Application deadline: 30 October 2026
- Course dates: 15 March to 7 April 2027
How to apply
- Download the application form from the official website
- Complete the application form in English
- Submit the application before the deadline of 30 October 2026
Additional information
- The course is organized in cooperation with the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, the African Union, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA).
- The course will be held in person at the ECA facilities in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Ideal for legal professionals, diplomats, and academics from Africa specializing in or working with international law.
- A strong fit for individuals seeking high-level professional development delivered directly by UN experts and international scholars.
- Provides a valuable platform for networking and knowledge-sharing among legal practitioners across the African region.
What should you think carefully about?
- Applicants must be fully available to travel to Addis Ababa and participate in person from 15 March to 7 April 2027.
- The course is conducted entirely in English, requiring strong professional fluency.
- Funding is competitive, and while self-funded spaces are available, candidates should carefully review financial arrangements.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This regional course serves as an excellent milestone for legal professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in international law, build continental networks, and gain recognized credentials from United Nations legal bodies without committing to a multi-year degree program.
Our take
Legal professionals and academics in Africa with a focus on public international law should seriously consider applying before the October 2026 deadline, provided they can commit to the intensive on-site schedule in Addis Ababa.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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