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).
In 2025, UNICEF released a report highlighting significant progress in civil registration and vital statistics (CRVS) across sub-Saharan Africa, with over 60 million children under the age of five having their births registered over the past five years. While this achievement is commendable, it also draws attention to the urgent challenge that remains: an estimated 60 million children are still unregistered, with the highest concentration—43 million—residing in Eastern Africa.
The Administrative Assistant/Driver for the Termez Outpost is accountable for communications, operational and secretarial support services to enhance the smooth running of the team and its workflow. At the same time, he or she will provide reliable and safe driving services, demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol whilst ensuring compliance with local driving rules and regulations.
The consultant will be responsible for the implementation of the GBV programme. S/he will undertake the organization and facilitation of capacity building initiatives, monitoring and consultations with UNICEF partners and beneficiaries until the GBV Specialist (NOB) is recruited, expected to be finalized by January 2025.
UNICEF DRC is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated professional to fill the position of Chief of Supply and Logistics at the P-5 level in Kinshasa.
In this critical role, you will oversee the supply chain and logistics operations to effectively deliver resources and services to support UNICEF's programs for children in the Democratic Republic of Congo. You will lead a team of logistics and supply chain experts, coordinating with various stakeholders to optimize processes, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with UNICEF's standards.
We are looking for an individual who is not only committed to the mission of UNICEF but also possesses strong leadership skills, creativity in problem-solving, and a passion for making a lasting impact in the lives of children. If you are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to children's rights and well-being, we invite you to apply now and be a part of something bigger.
With over 35 active donors, including two international financial institutions, the office produces more than 250 donor reports and updates annually, each requiring significant donor visibility and acknowledgment, the Communication and Advocacy section at UNICEF Afghanistan is seeking an experienced communication professional to produce donor visibility content and compile donor visibility inputs for the regular donor reports produced by the Resource Mobilization team.
UNICEF Pacific is in search of a dedicated and proactive international Consultant. The consultant is expected to work for 34 days spread over 6 months contract period. There will be 20 days of remote work and 14 days of travel to Kiribati (7 days) and Samoa (7 days). The consultant will provide technical advice on the development of Pacific positive masculinity frameworks and culturally appropriate male role model Initiatives in consultation and collaboration with adolescent boys. Additionally, the consultation will support the development of monitoring and evaluation processes for the Pacific Adolescent Boys Advisory group, in line with the UNICEF Gender and Adolescent Action Plan and UNICEF Pacific Gender & Adolescent Strategy.
Si vous êtes une personne engagée, un professionnel créatif et passionné par des actions qui génèrent une différence durable en faveur des enfants, l’Organisation mondiale leader des droits des enfants aimerait avoir plus d’informations sur vous.
The Child Protection Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for the child protection programmes/projects through the application of theoretical and technical skills in researching, collecting, analyzing, and presenting technical programme information while learning organizational rules, regulations and procedures to support the development and formulation of the Child Protection Programme within the Country Programme and particularly where attention to social norms is particularly relevant
The UNICEF Pacific Multi- Country office is hiring a Driver/Messenger on fixed term appointment to be based in Tarawa field office in Kiribati. Under the supervision and guidance of the Administrative Associate in Kiribati, the Driver/Messenger is responsible for providing reliable and safe driving services, demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol whilst ensuring compliance with local driving rules and regulations.
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.
UNICEF Czech Republic RRO is looking for a qualified Youth Outreach Consultant to serve as a key point supporting youth representatives and other service providers to develop outreach strategies that will bring refugee adolescents and youth to connect to the CESTY programme that will help them stay on the pathway to learning, skills building, jobs engagement, with support of mental health services and community participation.
Le travail du (de la) consultant(e) permettra au bureau de l'UNICEF RDC de disposer des outils de communication sur le soutien alimentaire et nutritionnel en lien avec Mpox en RDC au profit des formations sanitaires et les travailleurs communautaires pour la délivrance d’interventions de nutrition de qualité.
Be a driving force behind a lead-free future for every child.UNICEF is seeking a dynamic and visionary Senior Programme Specialist (Lead [Pb] Knowledge Generation and Use) to join the Secretariat of the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future. In this role, you’ll lead the development and dissemination of cutting-edge technical tools, including the flagship Toolkit to End Childhood Lead Poisoning, and manage a central knowledge hub that empowers governments and partners to act on this urgent public health crisis.This is your opportunity to shape policy, influence global practice, and work alongside top researchers, policymakers, and technical experts to eliminate lead exposure—one of the most widespread, yet preventable threats to child health. If you’re passionate about turning science into action, strengthening country systems, and driving meaningful, lasting change, this role is your platform to make a lasting global impact.Join us and help catalyze a world where no child is poisoned by lead.
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.
The overall purpose of the consultancy is to coordinate disability inclusion programming at the Malaysia Country Office (MCO) through the management of national partnerships and providing technical guidance to support the dual-track integration of disability inclusive approaches across programmatic work, operational functions and communications, including at the UN level.
This consultancy seeks a national consultant to work for UNICEF Sri Lanka in close support of the Ministry of Education and other partners to provide technical support that helps advance: 1) developing the Climate Resilient Education Framework and 2) designing, testing, monitoring and documenting the pilot programme on Climate Smart Schools to inform further improvements to the Framework.
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.
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).
In 2025, UNICEF released a report highlighting significant progress in civil registration and vital statistics (CRVS) across sub-Saharan Africa, with over 60 million children under the age of five having their births registered over the past five years. While this achievement is commendable, it also draws attention to the urgent challenge that remains: an estimated 60 million children are still unregistered, with the highest concentration—43 million—residing in Eastern Africa.
The Administrative Assistant/Driver for the Termez Outpost is accountable for communications, operational and secretarial support services to enhance the smooth running of the team and its workflow. At the same time, he or she will provide reliable and safe driving services, demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol whilst ensuring compliance with local driving rules and regulations.
The consultant will be responsible for the implementation of the GBV programme. S/he will undertake the organization and facilitation of capacity building initiatives, monitoring and consultations with UNICEF partners and beneficiaries until the GBV Specialist (NOB) is recruited, expected to be finalized by January 2025.
UNICEF DRC is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated professional to fill the position of Chief of Supply and Logistics at the P-5 level in Kinshasa.
In this critical role, you will oversee the supply chain and logistics operations to effectively deliver resources and services to support UNICEF's programs for children in the Democratic Republic of Congo. You will lead a team of logistics and supply chain experts, coordinating with various stakeholders to optimize processes, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with UNICEF's standards.
We are looking for an individual who is not only committed to the mission of UNICEF but also possesses strong leadership skills, creativity in problem-solving, and a passion for making a lasting impact in the lives of children. If you are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to children's rights and well-being, we invite you to apply now and be a part of something bigger.
With over 35 active donors, including two international financial institutions, the office produces more than 250 donor reports and updates annually, each requiring significant donor visibility and acknowledgment, the Communication and Advocacy section at UNICEF Afghanistan is seeking an experienced communication professional to produce donor visibility content and compile donor visibility inputs for the regular donor reports produced by the Resource Mobilization team.
UNICEF Pacific is in search of a dedicated and proactive international Consultant. The consultant is expected to work for 34 days spread over 6 months contract period. There will be 20 days of remote work and 14 days of travel to Kiribati (7 days) and Samoa (7 days). The consultant will provide technical advice on the development of Pacific positive masculinity frameworks and culturally appropriate male role model Initiatives in consultation and collaboration with adolescent boys. Additionally, the consultation will support the development of monitoring and evaluation processes for the Pacific Adolescent Boys Advisory group, in line with the UNICEF Gender and Adolescent Action Plan and UNICEF Pacific Gender & Adolescent Strategy.
Si vous êtes une personne engagée, un professionnel créatif et passionné par des actions qui génèrent une différence durable en faveur des enfants, l’Organisation mondiale leader des droits des enfants aimerait avoir plus d’informations sur vous.
The Child Protection Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for the child protection programmes/projects through the application of theoretical and technical skills in researching, collecting, analyzing, and presenting technical programme information while learning organizational rules, regulations and procedures to support the development and formulation of the Child Protection Programme within the Country Programme and particularly where attention to social norms is particularly relevant
The UNICEF Pacific Multi- Country office is hiring a Driver/Messenger on fixed term appointment to be based in Tarawa field office in Kiribati. Under the supervision and guidance of the Administrative Associate in Kiribati, the Driver/Messenger is responsible for providing reliable and safe driving services, demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol whilst ensuring compliance with local driving rules and regulations.
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.
UNICEF Czech Republic RRO is looking for a qualified Youth Outreach Consultant to serve as a key point supporting youth representatives and other service providers to develop outreach strategies that will bring refugee adolescents and youth to connect to the CESTY programme that will help them stay on the pathway to learning, skills building, jobs engagement, with support of mental health services and community participation.
Le travail du (de la) consultant(e) permettra au bureau de l'UNICEF RDC de disposer des outils de communication sur le soutien alimentaire et nutritionnel en lien avec Mpox en RDC au profit des formations sanitaires et les travailleurs communautaires pour la délivrance d’interventions de nutrition de qualité.
Be a driving force behind a lead-free future for every child.UNICEF is seeking a dynamic and visionary Senior Programme Specialist (Lead [Pb] Knowledge Generation and Use) to join the Secretariat of the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future. In this role, you’ll lead the development and dissemination of cutting-edge technical tools, including the flagship Toolkit to End Childhood Lead Poisoning, and manage a central knowledge hub that empowers governments and partners to act on this urgent public health crisis.This is your opportunity to shape policy, influence global practice, and work alongside top researchers, policymakers, and technical experts to eliminate lead exposure—one of the most widespread, yet preventable threats to child health. If you’re passionate about turning science into action, strengthening country systems, and driving meaningful, lasting change, this role is your platform to make a lasting global impact.Join us and help catalyze a world where no child is poisoned by lead.
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.
The overall purpose of the consultancy is to coordinate disability inclusion programming at the Malaysia Country Office (MCO) through the management of national partnerships and providing technical guidance to support the dual-track integration of disability inclusive approaches across programmatic work, operational functions and communications, including at the UN level.
This consultancy seeks a national consultant to work for UNICEF Sri Lanka in close support of the Ministry of Education and other partners to provide technical support that helps advance: 1) developing the Climate Resilient Education Framework and 2) designing, testing, monitoring and documenting the pilot programme on Climate Smart Schools to inform further improvements to the Framework.
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.
