This consultancy is an opportunity to support UNICEF’s global Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) agenda by strengthening technical assistance, strategy development, and emergency response capacity. The consultant will help manage the IASC MHPSS Minimum Service Package (MSP) helpdesk, develop and field‑test operational tools, and build the capacity of humanitarian actors across sectors. The role will contribute to UNICEF’s new Mental Health Strategy and its integration into the organization’s Strategic Plan, while providing global and country‑level technical support on MHPSS measurement, evaluation, and emergency programming. Travel for in‑person technical assistance will be required based on country needs.
The consultant will provide analytical, knowledge management, and programme monitoring support to the Senior Health Advisor and the Global Health Practice/Centre of Excellence (CoE) Panama satellite, with a strong emphasis on documentation, consolidation of lessons learned, and strategic learning from regional immunization programmes. The role includes synthesizing experiences and results from major immunization initiatives—such as Gavi‑funded programmes, outbreak responses, and country technical support—into structured knowledge products and learning materials that guide programme implementation and future investment decisions.
Join our team as an intern and play a key role in strengthening Social and Community Listening efforts for disease outbreaks across Latin America and the Caribbean. Under the guidance of a Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Specialist, you will help produce insightful reports for nine countries, contributing directly to the delivery of vital, zero‑data‑charge health and wellness information to vulnerable communities. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact while gaining hands‑on experience in public health communication and community insights.
UNICEF South Sudan is looking for a Programme Specialist (Emergency Coordination) to drive coherence, visibility, and cross-sectoral delivery of a multi‑sectoral, USG‑OCHA–funded emergency programme over a 6‑month period. In one of the world’s most complex humanitarian settings—marked by conflict, displacement, climate shocks, and limited access—you will play a pivotal role in ensuring aligned, timely, and accountable emergency response across Health, Nutrition, WASH, and Child Protection. Working closely with Juba-based teams, field offices, and implementing partners, the role strengthens real-time programme tracking, operational troubleshooting, and coordinated action in hard-to-reach areas. You will also represent UNICEF within inter-agency coordination structures, supporting delivery in line with the Core Commitments for Children and L2 emergency procedures. This is an opportunity to enhance impact for children by ensuring that humanitarian efforts are coherent, connected, and operationally strong across South Sudan.Â
UNICEF South Sudan is looking for a Programme Manager (Risk & Direct Cash Delivery) to lead our growing cash assistance portfolio. This 6‑month role provides strategic direction and operational oversight for safe, efficient cash delivery to frontline workers and households. You’ll drive the development of cash standards, data and payment systems, and integrated risk and accountability frameworks—while strengthening internal capacities and guiding senior management on risk‑informed, harmonized approaches. Join us to enhance governance, compliance, and readiness for large‑scale cash assistance across South Sudan.
UNICEF Mozambique is preparing for the new Country Programme Document (CPD) 2027–2031. As part of this process, the Country Office is required to develop a Country Programme Management Plan (CPMP) that defines the management environment, organizational structure, affordability, field presence, and operational modalities required to deliver the programme results.
Given the programmatic shifts, new outcome structure, changing funding envelope, and evolving field footprint, MCO seeks the support of a senior consultant to conduct a structured management review and coordinate the development of the CPMP and related inputs to the Programme Budget Review (PBR) in close coordination with the Senior Management Team (SMT), the CPMP Taskforce and the Country Management Team (CMT)
The purpose of this consultancy is to:
•
Conduct a comprehensive management and organizational review of UNICEF Mozambique.
•
Assess affordability and HR structure alignment with the 2027–2031 results framework.
•
Review the field footprint and delivery model.
•
Based on the strategic shifts in the new CPD, identify capacity gaps and efficiency opportunities; and
•
Develop a fit-for-purpose CPMP process and guide the process aligned with UNICEF corporate guidance and PBR requirements.
The assignment will be conducted under principles of transparency, participation, and structured staff consultation.
The Senior Adviser, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (Sanitation), reports to the Director, Global WASH Practice, with day-to-day coordination by the Snr Adviser, High Impact Solutions. The Snr Adviser provides strategic guidance and technical assistance to governments and UNICEF Country Offices to advance access to sanitation up the service ladder toward safely managed sanitation for all. The role ensures that financial resources are leveraged effectively to achieve results at scale and to deliver on UNICEF’s Strategic Plan 2026–2029 for the most vulnerable children and families in both development and humanitarian contexts.
Lead UNICEF’s global work on community-based primary health care (CB-PHC) to strengthen equitable, people-centered health systems. Provide strategic and technical leadership to integrate maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health (MNCAH) services at the community level, institutionalize community health worker (CHW) programs, and enhance PHC delivery through sustainable financing, digital innovation, and data-driven decision-making.Â
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Representative Operations, UNICEF Thailand Country Office is seeking an individual consultant with seasoned expertise in job analysis and organizational design to provide technical advisory and process support to the Thailand Country Office (TCO) in the review of its office structure and in preparing a structured approach for the development of the Country Programme Management Plan (CPMP) 2027–2031. The consultancy will focus on organizing the analytical inputs, sequencing required processes, and supporting the office to prepare a coherent CPMP submission aimed at ensuring a fit-for-purpose office structure that delivers improved outcomes for children in Thailand and supports Thailand’s evolving programme and fundraising context.
Maternal, Neonatal, Child Health (MNCH)–Early Warning alert, and Response Systems (EWARS/Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) Integration Consultant, for both Nationals and International, remote with a travel to South Sudan
Purpose of Activity/Assignment: Objectives
An overall objective of the consultancy is to support UNICEF Kyrgyzstan Country Office in the development the new Country Programme for the period 2028-2032.
Home-based (remote), with at least one mission to Bishkek
The incumbent needs to allocate at least 10 days within indicated period, 15 August 2026 – 30 September 2026.
Location:Albania, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Türkiye, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Republic of Moldova, Romania, Serbia, Ukraine, Greece, Slovenia, Kosovo, Austria, Andorra, Canada, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, San Marino, Slovakia, Vatican City
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the Programme Associate provides specialized programme and administrative support to facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF's programmes. The role involves substantial engagement in data analysis, budget tracking, reporting, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and compliance with organizational rules. Incumbent exercises judgment, anticipates needs, and recommends actions that contribute to programme planning, implementation and reporting results.
Join our UNICEF Colombia team and make a difference in the lives of children and adolescents. UNICEF Colombia is looking for a highly motivated Programme Education Associate to provide technical assistance, advocate and scale-up sustained education actions and results in Monteria.
The consultant will provide technical support for the upcoming stages of methodological work in the development of survey modules on child protection and development topics. This will involve preparing materials, tools and protocols for the next stages of testing, providing on-site training for the implementation team, and participating in fieldwork as a
technical advisor. The modules under development include inclusive education, violence, parenting and adolescent
participation and empowerment.
The Consultant will work under the supervision of the Research Manager (Education Policy and Systems Research) to contribute to the implementation of the DMS Stage 5 project in Ghana.
UNICEF China Child Protection team is seeking an international consultant to support and strengthen knowledge management systems and products for the Child Protection section as well as other sectors of the UNICEF China Office.
If you are a committed professional driven to protect children in emergency and climate-vulnerable contexts, UNICEF Philippines invites you to apply as a Programme Officer (Cash Transfers). The role will support the design, planning, and implementation of emergency cash transfer programmes, contributing to adaptive and shock-responsive social protection systems that safeguard children and families affected by disasters. The incumbent will assist across key programme stages including coordination, analysis, implementation, and reporting while working closely with government and partners to ensure timely, equitable, and accountable delivery of assistance. This post will be based in UNICEF Philippines in Manila.
Under the direct supervision of the Country Coordinator in Rome, Italy, the graphic designer is primarily responsible for supporting the production of branding and design of materials and publications for the Migrant and Refugee UNICFE National Response in Italy.
At UNICEF Colombia we are looking for a Programme Associate for Water, Sanitation and Hygene (WASH) with at least 6 years of working experience implementing participation tools and developing community projects. We are looking for someone who is passionate about UNICEF mission, with a high interest in humanitarian work, and active commitment and availability to face situations in emergency contexts.
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save
children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential,
from early childhood through adolescence.
Â
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what
we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not
just a job – it is a calling.
Â
UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our
staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will
help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities
across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse
and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits
package.
This consultancy is an opportunity to support UNICEF’s global Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) agenda by strengthening technical assistance, strategy development, and emergency response capacity. The consultant will help manage the IASC MHPSS Minimum Service Package (MSP) helpdesk, develop and field‑test operational tools, and build the capacity of humanitarian actors across sectors. The role will contribute to UNICEF’s new Mental Health Strategy and its integration into the organization’s Strategic Plan, while providing global and country‑level technical support on MHPSS measurement, evaluation, and emergency programming. Travel for in‑person technical assistance will be required based on country needs.
The consultant will provide analytical, knowledge management, and programme monitoring support to the Senior Health Advisor and the Global Health Practice/Centre of Excellence (CoE) Panama satellite, with a strong emphasis on documentation, consolidation of lessons learned, and strategic learning from regional immunization programmes. The role includes synthesizing experiences and results from major immunization initiatives—such as Gavi‑funded programmes, outbreak responses, and country technical support—into structured knowledge products and learning materials that guide programme implementation and future investment decisions.
Join our team as an intern and play a key role in strengthening Social and Community Listening efforts for disease outbreaks across Latin America and the Caribbean. Under the guidance of a Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Specialist, you will help produce insightful reports for nine countries, contributing directly to the delivery of vital, zero‑data‑charge health and wellness information to vulnerable communities. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact while gaining hands‑on experience in public health communication and community insights.
UNICEF South Sudan is looking for a Programme Specialist (Emergency Coordination) to drive coherence, visibility, and cross-sectoral delivery of a multi‑sectoral, USG‑OCHA–funded emergency programme over a 6‑month period. In one of the world’s most complex humanitarian settings—marked by conflict, displacement, climate shocks, and limited access—you will play a pivotal role in ensuring aligned, timely, and accountable emergency response across Health, Nutrition, WASH, and Child Protection. Working closely with Juba-based teams, field offices, and implementing partners, the role strengthens real-time programme tracking, operational troubleshooting, and coordinated action in hard-to-reach areas. You will also represent UNICEF within inter-agency coordination structures, supporting delivery in line with the Core Commitments for Children and L2 emergency procedures. This is an opportunity to enhance impact for children by ensuring that humanitarian efforts are coherent, connected, and operationally strong across South Sudan.Â
UNICEF South Sudan is looking for a Programme Manager (Risk & Direct Cash Delivery) to lead our growing cash assistance portfolio. This 6‑month role provides strategic direction and operational oversight for safe, efficient cash delivery to frontline workers and households. You’ll drive the development of cash standards, data and payment systems, and integrated risk and accountability frameworks—while strengthening internal capacities and guiding senior management on risk‑informed, harmonized approaches. Join us to enhance governance, compliance, and readiness for large‑scale cash assistance across South Sudan.
UNICEF Mozambique is preparing for the new Country Programme Document (CPD) 2027–2031. As part of this process, the Country Office is required to develop a Country Programme Management Plan (CPMP) that defines the management environment, organizational structure, affordability, field presence, and operational modalities required to deliver the programme results.
Given the programmatic shifts, new outcome structure, changing funding envelope, and evolving field footprint, MCO seeks the support of a senior consultant to conduct a structured management review and coordinate the development of the CPMP and related inputs to the Programme Budget Review (PBR) in close coordination with the Senior Management Team (SMT), the CPMP Taskforce and the Country Management Team (CMT)
The purpose of this consultancy is to:
•
Conduct a comprehensive management and organizational review of UNICEF Mozambique.
•
Assess affordability and HR structure alignment with the 2027–2031 results framework.
•
Review the field footprint and delivery model.
•
Based on the strategic shifts in the new CPD, identify capacity gaps and efficiency opportunities; and
•
Develop a fit-for-purpose CPMP process and guide the process aligned with UNICEF corporate guidance and PBR requirements.
The assignment will be conducted under principles of transparency, participation, and structured staff consultation.
The Senior Adviser, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (Sanitation), reports to the Director, Global WASH Practice, with day-to-day coordination by the Snr Adviser, High Impact Solutions. The Snr Adviser provides strategic guidance and technical assistance to governments and UNICEF Country Offices to advance access to sanitation up the service ladder toward safely managed sanitation for all. The role ensures that financial resources are leveraged effectively to achieve results at scale and to deliver on UNICEF’s Strategic Plan 2026–2029 for the most vulnerable children and families in both development and humanitarian contexts.
Lead UNICEF’s global work on community-based primary health care (CB-PHC) to strengthen equitable, people-centered health systems. Provide strategic and technical leadership to integrate maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health (MNCAH) services at the community level, institutionalize community health worker (CHW) programs, and enhance PHC delivery through sustainable financing, digital innovation, and data-driven decision-making.Â
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Representative Operations, UNICEF Thailand Country Office is seeking an individual consultant with seasoned expertise in job analysis and organizational design to provide technical advisory and process support to the Thailand Country Office (TCO) in the review of its office structure and in preparing a structured approach for the development of the Country Programme Management Plan (CPMP) 2027–2031. The consultancy will focus on organizing the analytical inputs, sequencing required processes, and supporting the office to prepare a coherent CPMP submission aimed at ensuring a fit-for-purpose office structure that delivers improved outcomes for children in Thailand and supports Thailand’s evolving programme and fundraising context.
Maternal, Neonatal, Child Health (MNCH)–Early Warning alert, and Response Systems (EWARS/Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) Integration Consultant, for both Nationals and International, remote with a travel to South Sudan
Purpose of Activity/Assignment: Objectives
An overall objective of the consultancy is to support UNICEF Kyrgyzstan Country Office in the development the new Country Programme for the period 2028-2032.
Home-based (remote), with at least one mission to Bishkek
The incumbent needs to allocate at least 10 days within indicated period, 15 August 2026 – 30 September 2026.
Location:Albania, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Türkiye, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Republic of Moldova, Romania, Serbia, Ukraine, Greece, Slovenia, Kosovo, Austria, Andorra, Canada, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, San Marino, Slovakia, Vatican City
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the Programme Associate provides specialized programme and administrative support to facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF's programmes. The role involves substantial engagement in data analysis, budget tracking, reporting, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and compliance with organizational rules. Incumbent exercises judgment, anticipates needs, and recommends actions that contribute to programme planning, implementation and reporting results.
Join our UNICEF Colombia team and make a difference in the lives of children and adolescents. UNICEF Colombia is looking for a highly motivated Programme Education Associate to provide technical assistance, advocate and scale-up sustained education actions and results in Monteria.
The consultant will provide technical support for the upcoming stages of methodological work in the development of survey modules on child protection and development topics. This will involve preparing materials, tools and protocols for the next stages of testing, providing on-site training for the implementation team, and participating in fieldwork as a
technical advisor. The modules under development include inclusive education, violence, parenting and adolescent
participation and empowerment.
The Consultant will work under the supervision of the Research Manager (Education Policy and Systems Research) to contribute to the implementation of the DMS Stage 5 project in Ghana.
UNICEF China Child Protection team is seeking an international consultant to support and strengthen knowledge management systems and products for the Child Protection section as well as other sectors of the UNICEF China Office.
If you are a committed professional driven to protect children in emergency and climate-vulnerable contexts, UNICEF Philippines invites you to apply as a Programme Officer (Cash Transfers). The role will support the design, planning, and implementation of emergency cash transfer programmes, contributing to adaptive and shock-responsive social protection systems that safeguard children and families affected by disasters. The incumbent will assist across key programme stages including coordination, analysis, implementation, and reporting while working closely with government and partners to ensure timely, equitable, and accountable delivery of assistance. This post will be based in UNICEF Philippines in Manila.
Under the direct supervision of the Country Coordinator in Rome, Italy, the graphic designer is primarily responsible for supporting the production of branding and design of materials and publications for the Migrant and Refugee UNICFE National Response in Italy.
At UNICEF Colombia we are looking for a Programme Associate for Water, Sanitation and Hygene (WASH) with at least 6 years of working experience implementing participation tools and developing community projects. We are looking for someone who is passionate about UNICEF mission, with a high interest in humanitarian work, and active commitment and availability to face situations in emergency contexts.
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save
children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential,
from early childhood through adolescence.
Â
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what
we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not
just a job – it is a calling.
Â
UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our
staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will
help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities
across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse
and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits
package.
