to seek professional, consultancy services to support with coordination, communication and advocacy efforts for community health and the Community Health Delivery Partnership (CHDP). The target audience includes governments, key private and public sector audiences, implementing partners and donors, and UNICEF regional and country offices. This workstream is closely linked with the broader goals and objectives of the CHDP and contributes to UNICEF’s renewed vision for community health and corporate priority on community action for better health and nutrition outcomes for vulnerable populations especially women and children.
This work is essential to advancing community health and nutrition related priorities by effectively documenting and communicating impact, advocating for countries’ priority needs in advancing and scaling community health and nutrition and showcasing UNICEF’s efforts to support countries in these efforts and protecting children’s right to health. As such, the consultant will produce communication and advocacy materials, enhance the visibility of countries’ and regional priorities for resource mobilization by developing fact sheets and keeping existing resources and materials up-to-date, and coordinate advocacy and communication work. She/he will also work in coordination with other teams/units in the MNCAH section to ensure complementary of efforts and linkages across workstreams and liaise with regional and country offices as well as external partners to ensure there is robust visibility around UNICEF’s work and that of the CHDP related to community health and nutrition.
The consultant will support the Maternal Newborn Adolescent Health Unit on advancing UNICEF’s school and adolescent health agenda under supervision of the Health Specialist (Adolescents, School, Mental Health).
National Individual Consultant to Support the Induction and Capacity Building of Wedge Midwives (Midwife Mentors) to Provide Support to the Maternal Health and Prevention of Vertical Transmission Programme: Under the supervision of the UNICEF HIV/AIDS Manager, and in collaboration with the Kwa-Zulu Natal Provincial Department of Health and the Regional Training Centre, the national individual consultant will develop (a) an outline of the training, (b) interactive training materials that will cover clinical leadership, mentorship, coaching and the district health system, and (c) facilitate a 3-day training for 44 MCWH mentors.
The primary objective of this KAP study is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the key factors influencing breastfeeding practices in Suriname. The insights generated will serve as a critical evidence base to inform a more targeted and context-specific response. The findings will enable UNICEF to support the Ministry of Health in developing national policy, designing evidence-based programs and interventions that promote, protect, and support breastfeeding, and enhancing advocacy and public awareness efforts. Ultimately, the study aims to contribute to improved breastfeeding rates and better health and development outcomes for infants and young children in Suriname.
The purpose of this Terms of Reference (ToR) is to recruit a qualified consultant who will be responsible for converting paper-based training materials (Word, PowerPoint, PDFs) into engaging, interactive multimedia content, including videos, graphics, images, animations, simulations, transitions, voiceovers, and other effects to enhance the learning experience.
UNICEF Moldova is hiring a a National Individual Consultant to provide technical support to the NAP Coordination Unit and the MoH for the final evaluation of the current NAP and the development of the new National AIDS Programme 2026 – 2030 in an inclusive and transparent manner. Special attention must be given to the prevention of the HIV mother-to -child transmission and the mothers and children’ health in the HIV context.
UNICEF Uzbekistan seeks a qualified National Individual Consultant with relevant expertise in neonatal health, public health, or maternal and child health. The consultant will play a key role in strengthening the implementation of the program across all perinatal centers in Uzbekistan and supporting national partners in improving neonatal care services.
UNICEF Uzbekistan is seeking a qualified National Consultant with a relevant background to support the implementation of the Neonatal Care Program across perinatal centers, which will act under the guidance of the Chief of Health and Development and direct supervision of the Health Specialist.
The purpose of this assignment is to support Tajikistan in developing a comprehensive, structured, and sustainable Cold Chain Equipment (CCE) Maintenance Strategy that ensures the long-term reliability, safety, and performance of immunization-related refrigeration infrastructure across all levels of the health system
UNICEF East Asia and Pacific Regional Office is seeking an individual consultant to undertake analysis of HPV vaccine introduction, expansion and revitalization and the opportunities/ gaps as an entry point for life course immunization and integrated adolescent health service delivery and non-health interventions in the East Asia and Pacific region to inform country specific guidance.
UNICEF and the National Department of Health (NDoH), in collaboration with partners such as the Department of Basic Education, the Department of Water and Sanitation, the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, WaterAid, and the South African Medical Research Council, aim to review and update the existing hygiene strategy, develop a realistic, costed, and multisectoral roadmap, strengthen coordination and integration of hygiene in key national systems, promote inclusive hygiene access and practices in diverse settings including health care facilities, schools, public institutions, and communities.
The consultant will contribute to the creation of an enabling environment by developing the strategy and roadmap through participatory consultations, evidence-based analysis, and practical recommendations for implementation, coordination, financing, and monitoring.
Since January 2021 UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa has actively been involved with scaling cross and multi sectoral mental health and psychosocial support programmes in line with the current UNICEF Strategic Plan 2022 – 2025 and Regional Office Management Plan (ROMP) which identified child and adolescent mental health as a priority. In response to these plans UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) undertook a comprehensive situational analysis of the MHPSS regional landscape and in 2023 developed the first ever Regional Programme Note and a consolidated cross sectoral workplan (2023-2025).
The MHPSS Programme Note and associated workplan are strongly aligned to the UNICEF’s Strategic Plan, the Regional Operational Management Plan and Regional Collaboration for Children, the Core Commitments for Children and Global Multisectoral Operational Framework for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support of Children, Adolescents and Caregivers Across Settings. It was developed using the UNICEF Theory of Change to ensure conceptual alignment to UNICEFs global vision, however, remains a fully localized agenda driven by country office’s needs and supported by the regional office MHPSS Technical Working Group (TWG).
Under the supervision of the GBViE Specialist, the consultant will:
1. Increase awareness and uptake of the new suite of GBV / Education technical resources;
2. Contribute to advance the GBV Risk Mitigation Institutionalization agenda;
3. Provide in-country and/or remote technical support on GBViE .
The consultancy will be home-based with potential travel to emergency-affected contexts relevant to the above tasks, as necessary.
The purpose of this consultancy is to develop operational guidelines for the care of small and sick newborns, including Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) for Somalia. Additionally, the assignment will involve the development of KMC training manuals, job aids, reporting tools, and other resources specifically tailored to the Somali context.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a consultant for Vaccine wastage rate tracking tools development and EVMA and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
UNICEF Eswatini Country Office is looking for a consultant that will support Eswatini to respond to the need for an integrated child-sensitive disaster risk information system and platform for governmental institutions at national and subnational levels.
Turkmenistan CO is looking for International Consultant to provide technical and advisory guidance to UNICEF Country Offices and Governments in Central Asia on findings and key recommendations from school and health infrastructure energy auditing ensuring key sustainability considerations, prepare UNICEF technical guidance from implementing infrastructure greening models in Central Asia, measure climate mitigation and social benefits of infrastructure greening, and develop advocacy package to support promotion and scale up.
Sous la supervision du Spécialiste en gestion des vaccins et en collaboration avec les bureaux terrains, les consultants devront :
• Apporter un appui aux provinces d’affectation dans la préparation et mise en œuvre des activités logistiques de la réponse aux épidémies de polio, afin d’assurer la disponibilité de vaccins et autres intrants, un confinement de la totalité des flacons de nOPV2 (novel Oral Polio Vaccine type 2) conformément aux SOPS (Standards Operating Procedures), d’ici fin 2025
• Contribuer à une meilleure gestion de la chaine de froid, des vaccins de routine et de toutes autres activités liées à la logistique vaccinale, d’ici fin 2025
UNICEF DRC seeks a dedicated and experienced professional to join our dynamic team as the Chief of Nutrition (P-5, Full-Time).
In this pivotal leadership role, you will shape, manage, and deliver transformative nutrition programs that enhance maternal, infant, and child health across the country. You will lead a passionate and diverse team of nutrition specialists, guiding them through the entire program cycle, from comprehensive strategic planning to effective implementation and evaluation. Your role will ensure that our outcomes are concrete, measurable, and sustainable, aligning with UNICEF’s mission and local community needs.
We are looking for a committed leader who is deeply motivated to enhance the nutritional health of vulnerable populations and is prepared to engage with stakeholders at various levels, including government agencies, local organizations, and community members.
If you possess a strong commitment to making a significant impact in the lives of children and their families, we encourage you to apply now and become part of a mission that strives to create lasting change in the community.
UNICEF Czech Republic RRO is looking for a qualified Youth Engagement and Participation Consultant to serve as a key point supporting young people in shaping the programme that impacts their lives, amplifying their voices and facilitating safe and supportive pathways for learning, skills building, jobs engagement, mental health services and community participation.
to seek professional, consultancy services to support with coordination, communication and advocacy efforts for community health and the Community Health Delivery Partnership (CHDP). The target audience includes governments, key private and public sector audiences, implementing partners and donors, and UNICEF regional and country offices. This workstream is closely linked with the broader goals and objectives of the CHDP and contributes to UNICEF’s renewed vision for community health and corporate priority on community action for better health and nutrition outcomes for vulnerable populations especially women and children.
This work is essential to advancing community health and nutrition related priorities by effectively documenting and communicating impact, advocating for countries’ priority needs in advancing and scaling community health and nutrition and showcasing UNICEF’s efforts to support countries in these efforts and protecting children’s right to health. As such, the consultant will produce communication and advocacy materials, enhance the visibility of countries’ and regional priorities for resource mobilization by developing fact sheets and keeping existing resources and materials up-to-date, and coordinate advocacy and communication work. She/he will also work in coordination with other teams/units in the MNCAH section to ensure complementary of efforts and linkages across workstreams and liaise with regional and country offices as well as external partners to ensure there is robust visibility around UNICEF’s work and that of the CHDP related to community health and nutrition.
The consultant will support the Maternal Newborn Adolescent Health Unit on advancing UNICEF’s school and adolescent health agenda under supervision of the Health Specialist (Adolescents, School, Mental Health).
National Individual Consultant to Support the Induction and Capacity Building of Wedge Midwives (Midwife Mentors) to Provide Support to the Maternal Health and Prevention of Vertical Transmission Programme: Under the supervision of the UNICEF HIV/AIDS Manager, and in collaboration with the Kwa-Zulu Natal Provincial Department of Health and the Regional Training Centre, the national individual consultant will develop (a) an outline of the training, (b) interactive training materials that will cover clinical leadership, mentorship, coaching and the district health system, and (c) facilitate a 3-day training for 44 MCWH mentors.
The primary objective of this KAP study is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the key factors influencing breastfeeding practices in Suriname. The insights generated will serve as a critical evidence base to inform a more targeted and context-specific response. The findings will enable UNICEF to support the Ministry of Health in developing national policy, designing evidence-based programs and interventions that promote, protect, and support breastfeeding, and enhancing advocacy and public awareness efforts. Ultimately, the study aims to contribute to improved breastfeeding rates and better health and development outcomes for infants and young children in Suriname.
The purpose of this Terms of Reference (ToR) is to recruit a qualified consultant who will be responsible for converting paper-based training materials (Word, PowerPoint, PDFs) into engaging, interactive multimedia content, including videos, graphics, images, animations, simulations, transitions, voiceovers, and other effects to enhance the learning experience.
UNICEF Moldova is hiring a a National Individual Consultant to provide technical support to the NAP Coordination Unit and the MoH for the final evaluation of the current NAP and the development of the new National AIDS Programme 2026 – 2030 in an inclusive and transparent manner. Special attention must be given to the prevention of the HIV mother-to -child transmission and the mothers and children’ health in the HIV context.
UNICEF Uzbekistan seeks a qualified National Individual Consultant with relevant expertise in neonatal health, public health, or maternal and child health. The consultant will play a key role in strengthening the implementation of the program across all perinatal centers in Uzbekistan and supporting national partners in improving neonatal care services.
UNICEF Uzbekistan is seeking a qualified National Consultant with a relevant background to support the implementation of the Neonatal Care Program across perinatal centers, which will act under the guidance of the Chief of Health and Development and direct supervision of the Health Specialist.
The purpose of this assignment is to support Tajikistan in developing a comprehensive, structured, and sustainable Cold Chain Equipment (CCE) Maintenance Strategy that ensures the long-term reliability, safety, and performance of immunization-related refrigeration infrastructure across all levels of the health system
UNICEF East Asia and Pacific Regional Office is seeking an individual consultant to undertake analysis of HPV vaccine introduction, expansion and revitalization and the opportunities/ gaps as an entry point for life course immunization and integrated adolescent health service delivery and non-health interventions in the East Asia and Pacific region to inform country specific guidance.
UNICEF and the National Department of Health (NDoH), in collaboration with partners such as the Department of Basic Education, the Department of Water and Sanitation, the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, WaterAid, and the South African Medical Research Council, aim to review and update the existing hygiene strategy, develop a realistic, costed, and multisectoral roadmap, strengthen coordination and integration of hygiene in key national systems, promote inclusive hygiene access and practices in diverse settings including health care facilities, schools, public institutions, and communities.
The consultant will contribute to the creation of an enabling environment by developing the strategy and roadmap through participatory consultations, evidence-based analysis, and practical recommendations for implementation, coordination, financing, and monitoring.
Since January 2021 UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa has actively been involved with scaling cross and multi sectoral mental health and psychosocial support programmes in line with the current UNICEF Strategic Plan 2022 – 2025 and Regional Office Management Plan (ROMP) which identified child and adolescent mental health as a priority. In response to these plans UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) undertook a comprehensive situational analysis of the MHPSS regional landscape and in 2023 developed the first ever Regional Programme Note and a consolidated cross sectoral workplan (2023-2025).
The MHPSS Programme Note and associated workplan are strongly aligned to the UNICEF’s Strategic Plan, the Regional Operational Management Plan and Regional Collaboration for Children, the Core Commitments for Children and Global Multisectoral Operational Framework for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support of Children, Adolescents and Caregivers Across Settings. It was developed using the UNICEF Theory of Change to ensure conceptual alignment to UNICEFs global vision, however, remains a fully localized agenda driven by country office’s needs and supported by the regional office MHPSS Technical Working Group (TWG).
Under the supervision of the GBViE Specialist, the consultant will:
1. Increase awareness and uptake of the new suite of GBV / Education technical resources;
2. Contribute to advance the GBV Risk Mitigation Institutionalization agenda;
3. Provide in-country and/or remote technical support on GBViE .
The consultancy will be home-based with potential travel to emergency-affected contexts relevant to the above tasks, as necessary.
The purpose of this consultancy is to develop operational guidelines for the care of small and sick newborns, including Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) for Somalia. Additionally, the assignment will involve the development of KMC training manuals, job aids, reporting tools, and other resources specifically tailored to the Somali context.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a consultant for Vaccine wastage rate tracking tools development and EVMA and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
UNICEF Eswatini Country Office is looking for a consultant that will support Eswatini to respond to the need for an integrated child-sensitive disaster risk information system and platform for governmental institutions at national and subnational levels.
Turkmenistan CO is looking for International Consultant to provide technical and advisory guidance to UNICEF Country Offices and Governments in Central Asia on findings and key recommendations from school and health infrastructure energy auditing ensuring key sustainability considerations, prepare UNICEF technical guidance from implementing infrastructure greening models in Central Asia, measure climate mitigation and social benefits of infrastructure greening, and develop advocacy package to support promotion and scale up.
Sous la supervision du Spécialiste en gestion des vaccins et en collaboration avec les bureaux terrains, les consultants devront :
• Apporter un appui aux provinces d’affectation dans la préparation et mise en œuvre des activités logistiques de la réponse aux épidémies de polio, afin d’assurer la disponibilité de vaccins et autres intrants, un confinement de la totalité des flacons de nOPV2 (novel Oral Polio Vaccine type 2) conformément aux SOPS (Standards Operating Procedures), d’ici fin 2025
• Contribuer à une meilleure gestion de la chaine de froid, des vaccins de routine et de toutes autres activités liées à la logistique vaccinale, d’ici fin 2025
UNICEF DRC seeks a dedicated and experienced professional to join our dynamic team as the Chief of Nutrition (P-5, Full-Time).
In this pivotal leadership role, you will shape, manage, and deliver transformative nutrition programs that enhance maternal, infant, and child health across the country. You will lead a passionate and diverse team of nutrition specialists, guiding them through the entire program cycle, from comprehensive strategic planning to effective implementation and evaluation. Your role will ensure that our outcomes are concrete, measurable, and sustainable, aligning with UNICEF’s mission and local community needs.
We are looking for a committed leader who is deeply motivated to enhance the nutritional health of vulnerable populations and is prepared to engage with stakeholders at various levels, including government agencies, local organizations, and community members.
If you possess a strong commitment to making a significant impact in the lives of children and their families, we encourage you to apply now and become part of a mission that strives to create lasting change in the community.
UNICEF Czech Republic RRO is looking for a qualified Youth Engagement and Participation Consultant to serve as a key point supporting young people in shaping the programme that impacts their lives, amplifying their voices and facilitating safe and supportive pathways for learning, skills building, jobs engagement, mental health services and community participation.
