Youth Council at the Ministry of Health — Selection Competition

Who can apply?

Ukrainian citizens aged 14 to 35 inclusive with experience in civic activities, interest in healthcare and youth policy issues. This includes: representatives of youth councils, civil society organisations, student government bodies, youth centres, young people with experience cooperating with state authorities and implementing youth projects. Each institution or organisation can have no more than one representative on the Council.

Documents to submit

• Application form completed according to requirements
• Biographical note with information about education, work experience and civic activities
• Motivation letter explaining why you want to join the Council, which areas you consider important, and what contribution you are ready to make
• Letters of recommendation from your place of study, work, or from civic, youth or other relevant organisations
• Delegation decision – for candidates officially nominated by an institution or organisation

All documents must be submitted in electronic format.

How will the selection process work?

The selection committee will review documents and assess candidates based on: motivation, education, experience with legislation and cooperation with state authorities, participation in civic and youth initiatives, human rights, advocacy and educational activities, and availability of recommendation letters. If documents have any shortcomings, candidates will be notified and given the opportunity to correct them. Based on the results, the committee will create a ranked list, and the final composition will be approved by a Ministry of Health order.

Timeline

The new Youth Council will work for two years. Competition results will be published on the official Ministry of Health website.