Multilateral Placements Program (MPP)

# Multilateral Placements Program (MPP) The Multilateral Placements Program (MPP), issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, offers funding to multilateral organizations to place Australian professionals in roles across the multilateral system. This initiative aims to enhance Australian representation in international organizations and cultivate multilateral expertise within the Australian Government and other Australian sectors reliant on multilateral engagement. ## 🎯 Purpose & Goals The program's core objective is to bolster Australian presence and influence within international intergovernmental bodies. It facilitates the strategic placement of Australian talent, supporting the development of specialized knowledge critical for diplomatic and economic engagement. ## 📅 Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for this funding, applicants must be a multilateral organization. This is specifically defined as an internationally recognized intergovernmental organization primarily composed of sovereign states. Examples of eligible entities include: * **UN organizations** * **Multilateral economic institutions** (e.g., World Bank, Asian Development Bank) * **Other non-UN multilateral organizations** (e.g., International Criminal Court, which is both an intergovernmental organization and an international tribunal). ## 💰 Funding & Application Details The **Total Available Funding** for the Multilateral Placements Program is **$30,400,000**. The selection process is **Open Non-competitive**. Applications should be submitted directly via email to **jpo@dfat.gov.au**. ## 🔍 Keywords for Searchability International Organizations, Multilateral Engagement, Australian Professionals, Global Governance, Intergovernmental Organizations, Diplomatic Placement, Foreign Affairs, International Development, UN, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, Talent Mobility. This program falls under the primary category of **371002 - International Organisations**.