Under the supervision and guidance of the Chief of Education, the programme associate supports the respective section (s) by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor the country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with a range of staff in the Country Office, external partners and agency counterparts in support of programme design and delivery. S/He provides regular feedback on the status of projects through monitoring milestones and advises on improvements to keep activities on track.
As emergencies become more frequent, UNICEF’s commitment to protecting children in crises is more crucial than ever. The Risk Analysis and Preparedness Section (RAPS) in Headquarter Emergency Operations (EMOPS) division is at the forefront, providing strategic leadership in risk analysis, emergency preparedness and anticipatory actions. The Emergency Preparedness Specialist will be a key player in enhancing UNICEF’s readiness for emergencies notably through
• Support Implementation: Assist in delivering technical assistance and updating essential guidelines and tools.
• Capacity Building: Lead initiatives to strengthen government preparedness in priority countries.
• Program Support: Aid in preparedness programming and funding at regional and country levels.
• Innovative Training: Develop and oversee emergency simulation exercises to test and improve response capabilities.
This role is crucial in ensuring UNICEF can effectively respond to crises and protect children worldwide.
The Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Officer reports to the Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist for supervision. The Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the planning, monitoring, evaluation process preparing, executing, managing and implementing a variety of technical and administrative tasks to contribute to evaluation planning, implementation, oversight and reporting to ensure that evaluations are carried out according to schedule and that results and recommendations are implemented and followed up.
Under the supervision of the Procurement Services Manager; UNICEF is looking for a professional who can implement the procurement services portfolio enabling UNICEF partners to procure essential supplies and supply-related services through UNICEF’s global knowledge, purchasing capacity and logistics experience.
If you have the required profile, you are highly encouraged to apply. Taking up this assignment is motivating and rewarding.
UNICEF Ethiopia is seeking a seasoned Specialist to strengthen MHPSS programming for UNICEF Ethiopia across child protection, education, and health sectors, including strengthening coordination and systems for providing MHPSS services aligned to UNICEF’s strategic guidance.
Under the supervision of and in regular consultation with the supervisor, the Emergency officer implement country office emergency preparedness and response. Responsible for the technical contribution to the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency interventions to advance the survival and well-being of children and mothers and affected communities in an emergency situation.
Join UNICEF as an Education Specialist ERT and make a significant impact on education in emergencies! Working under the Senior Education Advisor, you'll help develop, implement, and evaluate emergency education strategies, ensuring compliance with UNICEF’s Core Commitments for Children.
Under the supervision of the UNICEF Chief of Health and in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Somalia and health development partners, the incumbent will be responsible for strengthening the Somali procurement and supply chain management (PSM) and coordination mechanisms of essential medicines, vaccines, nutrition and all health commodities and equipment. This is through the designing systems, guidelines, polices and providing immediate technical guidance, leadership and strategic inputs for the development and implementation of evidence based PSM strategies to strengthen the capacities of the Ministries of Health for timely and effective coordination, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all PSM activities.
Desarrollar una guía metodológica para el seguimiento de políticas públicas y su implementación en dos políticas públicas, con énfasis en la niñez, adolescencia y sus familias, que incorpore el enfoque de derechos y género.
Under the supervision of the Regional Education Adviser P5, the Education Specialist (Inclusion and Learning in Emergencies and Recovery) provides dedicated technical support and coordination of the education response to the Ukrainian refugee crisis covering both Ukraine and surrounding refugee host countries.
The EMOPS GEC section is looking for a dynamic intern to provide support our communications and advocacy portfolio to raise awareness of education in emergencies issues, and profile the work of country coordination teams and partners.
**This is a re-advertisement in order to expand the candidate pool. Previous applicants need not reapply as their original application will be duly considered.**
UNICEF Geneva EMOPS is seeking a qualified Global WASH Cluster (GWC) Private Sector and Partnerships Consultant to develop a private sector fundraising strategy and stock proposal for the GWC, including identifying synergies and strengthened collaboration with UNICEF’s Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) Division.
The purpose of this assignment is to synthesize available evidence on the impacts of climate change on children in Tajikistan into a comprehensive and visually compelling report. This report will support UNICEF’s advocacy, policy development, and programming efforts by highlighting specific climate-related risks to children.
UNICEF Czech Republic RRO is looking for a qualified National consultant to develop a gender-responsive and disability inclusive approach for Cesty program.
UNICEF Czech Republic RRO is looking for a qualified Case Management National Consultant to develop Case Management and Referral Pathways for UNICEF's CESTY program tailored to meet the needs of Ukrainian youth in the Czech Republic.
The Country office is looking for a consultant for a period of 6 months, from 1 October 2024 – 31 March 2025. The GBViE Consultant will report to Child Protection Officer NOB (Children on the move) at UNICEF Country Office, for guidance and general supervision, with technical support from the GBV Risk Mitigation and PSEA Specialist at the Regional Office. S/He will focus on strengthening GBV responses in existing Child Protection, including FGM and integrating efforts to address GBV and SEA in all of UNICEF’s work in Child Protection in the refugee response and UNICEF operation in the country.
Join the UNICEF South Sudan Team as an Executive Associate, reporting directly to the Representative. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Representative and other senior colleagues to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the Office of the Representative, contributing to the delivery of impactful results for children. This challenging and exciting opportunity calls for a candidate with strong planning and organizational skills, as well as a high level of confidentiality.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Brussels-based Partnerships manager ECARO, this role is responsible for supporting strategic positioning of UNICEF in the Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region towards to European Commission and the European Parliament.
The Special Representative serves as the representative of UNICEF in the State of Palestine and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Special Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Palestinian Government to develop and implement the framework of cooperation in the State of Palestine as part of the Area Programme Document (APD) for Palestinian children and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF APD in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies. The Special Representative is also responsible for leading engagement with the Israeli Government who – due to the occupation context and protracted conflict – has responsibilities towards children in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
As Head of a large-size Office, the Special Representative is responsible for providing leadership and vision to the UNICEF Office in the State of Palestine team, which is now split into three locations and managing and leveraging resources for the achievement of results and realization of the rights of children. The Special Representative leads and oversees the various programme sectors and operations teams ensuring delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity. The Special Representative is accountable for upholding UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability, and ensuring the establishment and maintenance of a non-discriminatory, inclusive and nurturing working environment for all staff and personnel, to enable them to effectively and efficiently deliver high-quality results for children.
Purpose for the job: Under the guidance and general supervision of the Chief, Education (Level 5), the Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Innovation in Education programming and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of this sub-component of the education programme. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of results on education programmes/projects to improve learning outcomes and equitable and inclusive education, especially for children who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society.
The Specialist contributes to achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Chief of Education, the programme associate supports the respective section (s) by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor the country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with a range of staff in the Country Office, external partners and agency counterparts in support of programme design and delivery. S/He provides regular feedback on the status of projects through monitoring milestones and advises on improvements to keep activities on track.
As emergencies become more frequent, UNICEF’s commitment to protecting children in crises is more crucial than ever. The Risk Analysis and Preparedness Section (RAPS) in Headquarter Emergency Operations (EMOPS) division is at the forefront, providing strategic leadership in risk analysis, emergency preparedness and anticipatory actions. The Emergency Preparedness Specialist will be a key player in enhancing UNICEF’s readiness for emergencies notably through
• Support Implementation: Assist in delivering technical assistance and updating essential guidelines and tools.
• Capacity Building: Lead initiatives to strengthen government preparedness in priority countries.
• Program Support: Aid in preparedness programming and funding at regional and country levels.
• Innovative Training: Develop and oversee emergency simulation exercises to test and improve response capabilities.
This role is crucial in ensuring UNICEF can effectively respond to crises and protect children worldwide.
The Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Officer reports to the Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist for supervision. The Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the planning, monitoring, evaluation process preparing, executing, managing and implementing a variety of technical and administrative tasks to contribute to evaluation planning, implementation, oversight and reporting to ensure that evaluations are carried out according to schedule and that results and recommendations are implemented and followed up.
Under the supervision of the Procurement Services Manager; UNICEF is looking for a professional who can implement the procurement services portfolio enabling UNICEF partners to procure essential supplies and supply-related services through UNICEF’s global knowledge, purchasing capacity and logistics experience.
If you have the required profile, you are highly encouraged to apply. Taking up this assignment is motivating and rewarding.
UNICEF Ethiopia is seeking a seasoned Specialist to strengthen MHPSS programming for UNICEF Ethiopia across child protection, education, and health sectors, including strengthening coordination and systems for providing MHPSS services aligned to UNICEF’s strategic guidance.
Under the supervision of and in regular consultation with the supervisor, the Emergency officer implement country office emergency preparedness and response. Responsible for the technical contribution to the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency interventions to advance the survival and well-being of children and mothers and affected communities in an emergency situation.
Join UNICEF as an Education Specialist ERT and make a significant impact on education in emergencies! Working under the Senior Education Advisor, you'll help develop, implement, and evaluate emergency education strategies, ensuring compliance with UNICEF’s Core Commitments for Children.
Under the supervision of the UNICEF Chief of Health and in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Somalia and health development partners, the incumbent will be responsible for strengthening the Somali procurement and supply chain management (PSM) and coordination mechanisms of essential medicines, vaccines, nutrition and all health commodities and equipment. This is through the designing systems, guidelines, polices and providing immediate technical guidance, leadership and strategic inputs for the development and implementation of evidence based PSM strategies to strengthen the capacities of the Ministries of Health for timely and effective coordination, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all PSM activities.
Desarrollar una guía metodológica para el seguimiento de políticas públicas y su implementación en dos políticas públicas, con énfasis en la niñez, adolescencia y sus familias, que incorpore el enfoque de derechos y género.
Under the supervision of the Regional Education Adviser P5, the Education Specialist (Inclusion and Learning in Emergencies and Recovery) provides dedicated technical support and coordination of the education response to the Ukrainian refugee crisis covering both Ukraine and surrounding refugee host countries.
The EMOPS GEC section is looking for a dynamic intern to provide support our communications and advocacy portfolio to raise awareness of education in emergencies issues, and profile the work of country coordination teams and partners.
**This is a re-advertisement in order to expand the candidate pool. Previous applicants need not reapply as their original application will be duly considered.**
UNICEF Geneva EMOPS is seeking a qualified Global WASH Cluster (GWC) Private Sector and Partnerships Consultant to develop a private sector fundraising strategy and stock proposal for the GWC, including identifying synergies and strengthened collaboration with UNICEF’s Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) Division.
The purpose of this assignment is to synthesize available evidence on the impacts of climate change on children in Tajikistan into a comprehensive and visually compelling report. This report will support UNICEF’s advocacy, policy development, and programming efforts by highlighting specific climate-related risks to children.
UNICEF Czech Republic RRO is looking for a qualified National consultant to develop a gender-responsive and disability inclusive approach for Cesty program.
UNICEF Czech Republic RRO is looking for a qualified Case Management National Consultant to develop Case Management and Referral Pathways for UNICEF's CESTY program tailored to meet the needs of Ukrainian youth in the Czech Republic.
The Country office is looking for a consultant for a period of 6 months, from 1 October 2024 – 31 March 2025. The GBViE Consultant will report to Child Protection Officer NOB (Children on the move) at UNICEF Country Office, for guidance and general supervision, with technical support from the GBV Risk Mitigation and PSEA Specialist at the Regional Office. S/He will focus on strengthening GBV responses in existing Child Protection, including FGM and integrating efforts to address GBV and SEA in all of UNICEF’s work in Child Protection in the refugee response and UNICEF operation in the country.
Join the UNICEF South Sudan Team as an Executive Associate, reporting directly to the Representative. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Representative and other senior colleagues to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the Office of the Representative, contributing to the delivery of impactful results for children. This challenging and exciting opportunity calls for a candidate with strong planning and organizational skills, as well as a high level of confidentiality.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Brussels-based Partnerships manager ECARO, this role is responsible for supporting strategic positioning of UNICEF in the Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region towards to European Commission and the European Parliament.
The Special Representative serves as the representative of UNICEF in the State of Palestine and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Special Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Palestinian Government to develop and implement the framework of cooperation in the State of Palestine as part of the Area Programme Document (APD) for Palestinian children and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF APD in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies. The Special Representative is also responsible for leading engagement with the Israeli Government who – due to the occupation context and protracted conflict – has responsibilities towards children in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
As Head of a large-size Office, the Special Representative is responsible for providing leadership and vision to the UNICEF Office in the State of Palestine team, which is now split into three locations and managing and leveraging resources for the achievement of results and realization of the rights of children. The Special Representative leads and oversees the various programme sectors and operations teams ensuring delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity. The Special Representative is accountable for upholding UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability, and ensuring the establishment and maintenance of a non-discriminatory, inclusive and nurturing working environment for all staff and personnel, to enable them to effectively and efficiently deliver high-quality results for children.
Purpose for the job: Under the guidance and general supervision of the Chief, Education (Level 5), the Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Innovation in Education programming and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of this sub-component of the education programme. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of results on education programmes/projects to improve learning outcomes and equitable and inclusive education, especially for children who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society.
The Specialist contributes to achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.
