The Social Policy Specialist is responsible for supporting project management, planning, technical assistance, monitoring, reporting, and knowledge management. This includes supporting the development and implementation of a project management approach for the Social Recovery Office and ensuring team members are effectively utilizing associated tools and methodologies.
In addition to these responsibilities, the Social Policy Specialist ensures systematic and organized coordination and planning of activities, embedding risk analysis and mitigation strategies into program management. Through knowledge management, data-driven decision-making, and fostering continuous learning, the specialist contributes to the achievement of sustainable and impactful outcomes that advance the well-being of children and families.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is looking for an experience candidate as a national consultant Social & Behavior Change, Maternal Child Health and Nutrition for the duration of six months based in National Health Education Information Communication Center (NHEICC), Kathmandu
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is looking for an expert with demonstrated experience in gender equality, social norms transformation, curriculum development, and facilitation methodologies for designing a comprehensive training toolkit to engage men and boys in reflective and transformative dialogues around masculinity, gender equality, and power dynamics.
As a Strategic Business Partner and regional advisor, the incumbent will be responsible to lead for results, drive change, provide risk informed, solution-focused analysis, advice and services and contribute to programme and management decisions for delivering results for children in all operational contexts within the Regional office and provide technical leadership and guidance for Operations in all countries and field offices within the region.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the MCO in strengthening its Knowledge Management (KM) function by developing a comprehensive and context-responsive KM strategy and implementation plan. The assignment aims to enhance the systematic generation, organization, sharing, and use of knowledge across all programmatic areas to improve evidence-informed decision-making, promote adaptive programming, and accelerate results for children.
The consultant will lead the design of a KM strategy that aligns with UNICEF’s global standards and leverages lessons from other country offices and partners. This includes establishing practical systems and processes for knowledge capture and dissemination, fostering a culture of learning and innovation among staff, and improving the packaging and use of evidence and good practices for both internal and external stakeholders.
Ultimately, the assignment seeks to institutionalize knowledge management as a core component of MCO’s programming, enabling the office to better respond to complex development and humanitarian challenges and to influence policies and practices in support of child rights in Malawi.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of an education consultant for foundational learning and skills development in Kano and Jigawa 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.
L'objectif de cette étude est de fournir un aperçu actuel des risques, types et formes des violences qui se produisent dans et autour de l'école dans 4 provinces de la République Démocratique du Congo, à savoir Tanganyika, Kasaï, Nord-Kivu et Ituri et plus précisément autour de 270 écoles ciblées dont 100 à Tanganyika, 100 au Kasaï, 35 en Ituri et 35 au Nord Kivu. Elle propose aussi des stratégies fondées sur des preuves qui pourraient être instaurées dans le but de guider les efforts de prévention des violences dans et autour de l'école.
The 2025 Sudan ebolavirus outbreak in Uganda, though limited to 14 cases, affected multiple districts including Kampala, raising serious public health concerns. UNICEF’s Level 2 emergency response was activated, warranting an evaluation as per its 2023 Evaluation Policy.
This evaluation will assess the effectiveness of the response, coordination with partners, and community engagement. It will generate actionable insights to strengthen future outbreak preparedness and ensure accountability for resources mobilized.
UNICEF Sudan is seeking an Implementing Partnership Management Specialist to provide technical and administrative support for the effective, efficient, and high-quality management of implementing partnerships in the South Region. The role will align with relevant operational policies and procedures, while promoting the mainstreaming of risk-based partnership management at the country office level.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of health specialist (polio Outbreak Response) 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 Pacific is seeking an experienced international consultant for an 86-day assignment over 4 months, based full-time in Tarawa, Kiribati with travel to outer islands. The consultant will provide data-driven technical assistance to strengthen immunization systems, support capacity building through on-the-job knowledge transfer, coordinate with government and partners, and document lessons learned and prioritized recommendations to improve routine immunization coverage and control of vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks.
UNICEF Pacific is seeking two dynamic and experienced international consultants with complementary expertise to lead a comprehensive dietary intake assessment in Kiribati. This 100-day consultancy, spread over 8 months, will combine multidisciplinary approaches to address five key components of the assignment. If you are passionate about improving nutrition outcomes and have a strong background in dietary assessment, food systems, or public health nutrition, we invite you to apply.
Are you a passionate global health professional ready to make a lasting impact? UNICEF Pacific is seeking an experienced and proactive international consultant to support the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) in Kiribati in advancing the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). Over a 3-month period (32 working days), you will provide technical expertise, build local capacity, and help drive sustainable improvements in breastfeeding practices and maternal-child health outcomes.
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.
The Immunization Section is entering a period of strategic transition, marked by the shift to a new Organizational Management Plan (OMP) and the evolution from Gavi 5.0 to Gavi 6.0. These changes bring new priorities, structures, and ways of working that require thoughtful adaptation and alignment across teams. In such contexts, the ability to retain critical knowledge, preserve institutional memory and improve collaboration becomes essential to ensure continuity, coherence, and sustained impact. Knowledge management plays a vital role in capturing and disseminating learning from past and ongoing initiatives, particularly as the current Strategic Plan (SP) and OMP cycles conclude. Documenting lessons learned, good practices, and implementation insights will help inform future planning and strengthen adaptive learning across the organization. This is especially important for ensuring that institutional knowledge remains accessible and actionable during times of change. The transition to Gavi 6.0 also introduces updated processes and guidance that require clear communication and capacity-building across Country Offices and partners. Strategic KM support is essential to ensure that these changes are well understood, internalized, and implemented effectively. In addition, knowledge management can function as a bridge to support collaboration and improve organizational learning and effectiveness in times of change and uncertainty.
This consultancy will contribute to these efforts by advancing targeted KM initiatives that promote knowledge continuity, internal collaboration, and organizational learning.
Si vous êtes un (e) professionnel(le) engagé(e) et créatif(ve) et que vous êtes passionné(e) par l'idée d'améliorer durablement la situation des enfants dans le monde et d'assurer ainsi un avenir meilleur à chacun d'entre eux, vous avez l'occasion de faire la différence.
Venez appuyer le programme de la lutte contre la polio de manière spécifique et de manière générale tout le programme santé en effectuant une série de fonctions de soutien au programme afin d’aider à développer, mettre en œuvre et surveiller le programme du pays, garantissant une livraison efficace et en temps opportun conformément aux règles et règlements, processus et politiques administratives de l’UNICEF.
UNICEF Zambia Country Office is looking to recruit a consultant to provide technical expertise and support to the UNICEF Zambia WASH section in the design, implementation, and monitoring of capacity building and knowledge management activities for water system strengthening activities.
Pakistan Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) operates under a Level 3 (L3) emergency designation, reflecting the urgency, scale, and complexity of the polio situation in the country. In this complex environment, communications play a vital role in building public trust, promoting vaccine uptake, and countering misinformation.
UNICEF Pakistan is looking for three (03) interns to join the Polio Programme Section based in Islamabad.
Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director – Programmes, and direct supervision of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) Specialist, and working closely with the Senior Advisor for Global Programmes, and in collaboration with the UNICEF Generation Unlimited (GenU) Programme Team, the Knowledge Management Consultant will support in the development of key knowledge management outputs, processes, and systems linked to youth skills and livelihoods at UNICEF Generation Unlimited. The position will help to strengthen overall Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) work at UNICEF Generation Unlimited, and also support the UNICEF Generation Unlimited Global Team for key knowledge-related activities and events.
Disasters, climate change, and environmental degradation present significant and escalating threats to the well-being of children globally, jeopardizing the progress achieved in child survival and development. Over a billion children are exposed to severe risks from climate and environmental hazards such as heatwaves, droughts, floods, and cyclones. Consequently, it is imperative for countries to establish climate-resilient, low-carbon social services encompassing water and sanitation, healthcare, education, nutrition, social protection, and child protection to tackle current threats and prepare for increasingly severe impacts.
In alignment with our commitment to protect children and young people worldwide, UNICEF launched its Sustainability and Climate Change Action Plan (SCAP) 2023 - 2030. The SCAP prioritizes urgent climate action through systematic partnerships with public and private sector institutions to prioritize the needs of children and young people and build their resilience to the climate threats at hand. The SCAP strives to mainstream sustainability and climate action both internally and externally, through protecting the lives, health and well-being of children and their communities; empowering children with developmental opportunities and skills; and reducing emissions and the environmental footprint within UNICEF.
UNICEF is working as a GCF Accredited Entity for the first time and setting up its internal systems to establish a vertical climate funds unit. In parallel, UNICEF is developing a pipeline of GCF funding proposals. The role of the GCF Senior consultant is to provide expert advise and support development of both aspects of UNICEF’s engagement in climate finance.
The Social Policy Specialist is responsible for supporting project management, planning, technical assistance, monitoring, reporting, and knowledge management. This includes supporting the development and implementation of a project management approach for the Social Recovery Office and ensuring team members are effectively utilizing associated tools and methodologies.
In addition to these responsibilities, the Social Policy Specialist ensures systematic and organized coordination and planning of activities, embedding risk analysis and mitigation strategies into program management. Through knowledge management, data-driven decision-making, and fostering continuous learning, the specialist contributes to the achievement of sustainable and impactful outcomes that advance the well-being of children and families.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is looking for an experience candidate as a national consultant Social & Behavior Change, Maternal Child Health and Nutrition for the duration of six months based in National Health Education Information Communication Center (NHEICC), Kathmandu
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is looking for an expert with demonstrated experience in gender equality, social norms transformation, curriculum development, and facilitation methodologies for designing a comprehensive training toolkit to engage men and boys in reflective and transformative dialogues around masculinity, gender equality, and power dynamics.
As a Strategic Business Partner and regional advisor, the incumbent will be responsible to lead for results, drive change, provide risk informed, solution-focused analysis, advice and services and contribute to programme and management decisions for delivering results for children in all operational contexts within the Regional office and provide technical leadership and guidance for Operations in all countries and field offices within the region.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the MCO in strengthening its Knowledge Management (KM) function by developing a comprehensive and context-responsive KM strategy and implementation plan. The assignment aims to enhance the systematic generation, organization, sharing, and use of knowledge across all programmatic areas to improve evidence-informed decision-making, promote adaptive programming, and accelerate results for children.
The consultant will lead the design of a KM strategy that aligns with UNICEF’s global standards and leverages lessons from other country offices and partners. This includes establishing practical systems and processes for knowledge capture and dissemination, fostering a culture of learning and innovation among staff, and improving the packaging and use of evidence and good practices for both internal and external stakeholders.
Ultimately, the assignment seeks to institutionalize knowledge management as a core component of MCO’s programming, enabling the office to better respond to complex development and humanitarian challenges and to influence policies and practices in support of child rights in Malawi.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of an education consultant for foundational learning and skills development in Kano and Jigawa 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.
L'objectif de cette étude est de fournir un aperçu actuel des risques, types et formes des violences qui se produisent dans et autour de l'école dans 4 provinces de la République Démocratique du Congo, à savoir Tanganyika, Kasaï, Nord-Kivu et Ituri et plus précisément autour de 270 écoles ciblées dont 100 à Tanganyika, 100 au Kasaï, 35 en Ituri et 35 au Nord Kivu. Elle propose aussi des stratégies fondées sur des preuves qui pourraient être instaurées dans le but de guider les efforts de prévention des violences dans et autour de l'école.
The 2025 Sudan ebolavirus outbreak in Uganda, though limited to 14 cases, affected multiple districts including Kampala, raising serious public health concerns. UNICEF’s Level 2 emergency response was activated, warranting an evaluation as per its 2023 Evaluation Policy.
This evaluation will assess the effectiveness of the response, coordination with partners, and community engagement. It will generate actionable insights to strengthen future outbreak preparedness and ensure accountability for resources mobilized.
UNICEF Sudan is seeking an Implementing Partnership Management Specialist to provide technical and administrative support for the effective, efficient, and high-quality management of implementing partnerships in the South Region. The role will align with relevant operational policies and procedures, while promoting the mainstreaming of risk-based partnership management at the country office level.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of health specialist (polio Outbreak Response) 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 Pacific is seeking an experienced international consultant for an 86-day assignment over 4 months, based full-time in Tarawa, Kiribati with travel to outer islands. The consultant will provide data-driven technical assistance to strengthen immunization systems, support capacity building through on-the-job knowledge transfer, coordinate with government and partners, and document lessons learned and prioritized recommendations to improve routine immunization coverage and control of vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks.
UNICEF Pacific is seeking two dynamic and experienced international consultants with complementary expertise to lead a comprehensive dietary intake assessment in Kiribati. This 100-day consultancy, spread over 8 months, will combine multidisciplinary approaches to address five key components of the assignment. If you are passionate about improving nutrition outcomes and have a strong background in dietary assessment, food systems, or public health nutrition, we invite you to apply.
Are you a passionate global health professional ready to make a lasting impact? UNICEF Pacific is seeking an experienced and proactive international consultant to support the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) in Kiribati in advancing the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). Over a 3-month period (32 working days), you will provide technical expertise, build local capacity, and help drive sustainable improvements in breastfeeding practices and maternal-child health outcomes.
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.
The Immunization Section is entering a period of strategic transition, marked by the shift to a new Organizational Management Plan (OMP) and the evolution from Gavi 5.0 to Gavi 6.0. These changes bring new priorities, structures, and ways of working that require thoughtful adaptation and alignment across teams. In such contexts, the ability to retain critical knowledge, preserve institutional memory and improve collaboration becomes essential to ensure continuity, coherence, and sustained impact. Knowledge management plays a vital role in capturing and disseminating learning from past and ongoing initiatives, particularly as the current Strategic Plan (SP) and OMP cycles conclude. Documenting lessons learned, good practices, and implementation insights will help inform future planning and strengthen adaptive learning across the organization. This is especially important for ensuring that institutional knowledge remains accessible and actionable during times of change. The transition to Gavi 6.0 also introduces updated processes and guidance that require clear communication and capacity-building across Country Offices and partners. Strategic KM support is essential to ensure that these changes are well understood, internalized, and implemented effectively. In addition, knowledge management can function as a bridge to support collaboration and improve organizational learning and effectiveness in times of change and uncertainty.
This consultancy will contribute to these efforts by advancing targeted KM initiatives that promote knowledge continuity, internal collaboration, and organizational learning.
Si vous êtes un (e) professionnel(le) engagé(e) et créatif(ve) et que vous êtes passionné(e) par l'idée d'améliorer durablement la situation des enfants dans le monde et d'assurer ainsi un avenir meilleur à chacun d'entre eux, vous avez l'occasion de faire la différence.
Venez appuyer le programme de la lutte contre la polio de manière spécifique et de manière générale tout le programme santé en effectuant une série de fonctions de soutien au programme afin d’aider à développer, mettre en œuvre et surveiller le programme du pays, garantissant une livraison efficace et en temps opportun conformément aux règles et règlements, processus et politiques administratives de l’UNICEF.
UNICEF Zambia Country Office is looking to recruit a consultant to provide technical expertise and support to the UNICEF Zambia WASH section in the design, implementation, and monitoring of capacity building and knowledge management activities for water system strengthening activities.
Pakistan Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) operates under a Level 3 (L3) emergency designation, reflecting the urgency, scale, and complexity of the polio situation in the country. In this complex environment, communications play a vital role in building public trust, promoting vaccine uptake, and countering misinformation.
UNICEF Pakistan is looking for three (03) interns to join the Polio Programme Section based in Islamabad.
Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director – Programmes, and direct supervision of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) Specialist, and working closely with the Senior Advisor for Global Programmes, and in collaboration with the UNICEF Generation Unlimited (GenU) Programme Team, the Knowledge Management Consultant will support in the development of key knowledge management outputs, processes, and systems linked to youth skills and livelihoods at UNICEF Generation Unlimited. The position will help to strengthen overall Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) work at UNICEF Generation Unlimited, and also support the UNICEF Generation Unlimited Global Team for key knowledge-related activities and events.
Disasters, climate change, and environmental degradation present significant and escalating threats to the well-being of children globally, jeopardizing the progress achieved in child survival and development. Over a billion children are exposed to severe risks from climate and environmental hazards such as heatwaves, droughts, floods, and cyclones. Consequently, it is imperative for countries to establish climate-resilient, low-carbon social services encompassing water and sanitation, healthcare, education, nutrition, social protection, and child protection to tackle current threats and prepare for increasingly severe impacts.
In alignment with our commitment to protect children and young people worldwide, UNICEF launched its Sustainability and Climate Change Action Plan (SCAP) 2023 - 2030. The SCAP prioritizes urgent climate action through systematic partnerships with public and private sector institutions to prioritize the needs of children and young people and build their resilience to the climate threats at hand. The SCAP strives to mainstream sustainability and climate action both internally and externally, through protecting the lives, health and well-being of children and their communities; empowering children with developmental opportunities and skills; and reducing emissions and the environmental footprint within UNICEF.
UNICEF is working as a GCF Accredited Entity for the first time and setting up its internal systems to establish a vertical climate funds unit. In parallel, UNICEF is developing a pipeline of GCF funding proposals. The role of the GCF Senior consultant is to provide expert advise and support development of both aspects of UNICEF’s engagement in climate finance.
