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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.

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.

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.

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For every child, a fair chance

UNICEF has been an active partner of the Government of the Philippines and civil society in realizing the rights of every Filipino child, in line with priorities to achieve the SDGs. UNICEF efforts have been focused on the most vulnerable regions identified by the Government of the Philippines Development Plan, particularly in the regions of Visayas and Mindanao. To ensure that interventions are sustainable and scaled up, UNICEF will support both the national and local government units (LGUs) as the main instruments of delivering services and building systems. The level of engagement with government institutions will consider capacities, economies of scale and sector issues.

UNICEF Philippines has two offices. One office is based in Manila and a field office in Cotabato City, the second largest city in Mindanao, Southern Philippines, with some 300,000 population. The city is the regional administrative center of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and over 80 percent of the population is Muslim. Mindanao is both conflict-affected and prone to frequent earthquakes and typhoons.

Visit this link for more information on Philippine Country Office: https://www.unicef.org/philippines/

How can you make a difference? 

Under the guidance of the UNICEF WASH Specialist, the consultant will deliver and support the work with government partners, LGUs, and stakeholders to:  

1. Develop a Capacity Development Framework and identify strategies to strengthen inter-LGU collaboration and shared capacities in delivering water and sanitation services under the leadership, oversight, and integrating role of the province.

2. Design and pre-test the Capacity Assessment Tool tailored to the water and sanitation sector, covering technical, institutional, regulatory, and governance capacities.

3. Provide technical support in the documentation and conduct of the Kwentong Tagumpay conference disadvantaged communities in the areas of sanitation, water and hygiene. The work will address policy development, increase access to and use of safely managed WASH services, support regional governments and provide support in the event of a humanitarian response.

The WASH Consultant will have the following responsibilities:

1. Draft the WASH Capacity Development Framework and assessment tools

2. Provide technical support in the documentation and conduct of the Kwentong Tagumpay conference

The Consultant will undertake the following tasks and deliverables:

Task 1 - Inception Report (including work plan and stakeholder mapping)

• Inception Report (narrative document)
• Detailed Work Plan (Gantt chart or calendar-based)
• Stakeholder Mapping Matrix / Stakeholder Analysis Report for the CapDev Framework

Tasks 2 - CapDev Framework (Water and Sanitation)

• Draft Capacity Development Framework on WASH (structured around organizational, institutional, individual levels)

Task 3 – Capacity Assessment Tool

• Local WASH Capacity Assessment Tool to assess existing capacities at various levels (individual, organizational, system-wide) using quantitative and qualitative indicators
• User Guide/Manual for Tool Application and data analysis

Tasks 4 – Terms of Reference (ToR) for a Firm to Carry Out the Framework Implementation and Actual Capacity Assessment

• Draft terms of reference (including scope of work, research questions, qualifications, evaluation criteria) to hire a consulting firm in implementing the conduct of Local WASH Capacity Assessments

Tasks 5 - Stakeholder Validation Workshop and Pre-testing of capacity assessment tool

• PowerPoint Presentation(s) of Draft CapDev Framework, and Assessment Tool
• Workshop Agenda and Facilitation Plan
• Stakeholder Feedback Summary Report

Task 6 - Final CapDev Framework, Capacity Assessment Tool, and ToR

• Final CapDev Framework (integrating stakeholder feedback)
• Validated and ready-to-implement package of tools and guidance Institutional alignment on the use of framework and assessment process
• Finalized ToR for the research firm

Task 7-Final Report with Documentation of Process

• Final Narrative Report

• Executive Summary
• Methodology
• Summary of Consultations & Workshops
• Lessons Learned
• Recommendations

• Annexes:

• All deliverables (framework, tool, ToR, stakeholder lists, etc.)
• Workshop materials and feedback

Task 8- WASH Capacity Development Strategy

• Draft WASH Capacity Development Strategy- aligned with sector goals and SDGs, and integrating inputs from the stakeholder validation workshop
• Final WASH Capacity Development Strategy - updated based on the results of the local WASH capacity assessments (NB: This is contingent to completion of the local WASH capacity assessment by the research firm)

Task 9-Technical review of KT2025 documentation and lay-out

• Review of the draft conference proceedings of KT2025

Task 10-Conference moderator for KT2026

• Conference Framework that provides a concise overview of the conference’s mechanics, including the structure of the event, documentation guide, and session discussion points or guide questions.
• Facilitate the plenary sessions and moderate the open forum
• Provide a conference synthesis of key takeaways and major insights from each of the plenary sessions, including a summary of main discussion points, lessons learned, and recommended actions from the speakers and participants.

*A complete Job description may be found in this link outlining the specific tasks aligned to the responsibilities.  Terms of Reference Capacity Development Consultant NF.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… 

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Advanced degree in public administration, development studies, environmental management, community development, or any health or social science-related course.

Work Experience:

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience and demonstrated track record in local governance and capacity development programs.

• Knowledge of Philippines governance structure, including policies, rules, and regulations on water and sanitation and its implementation in the Philippines will be an advantage

• Demonstrated experience as conference moderator, or plenary session facilitator.

Skills :

• Strong technical, analytical skills related to WASH, climate change, and sustainable development. Proven ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas and systems
• Ability to express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts convincingly in written and oral form
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills and ability to manage diversity of views in different contexts, especially in policies and research.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English (verbal and written) and Filipino.

Desirables:

• Experience in applying systematic capacity needs assessments (individual, organizational, enabling environment levels) and translating findings into competency frameworks, curricula, and learning pathways aligned with intended development outcomes.
• Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts. 

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are requested to complete an online candidate profile in http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/ by 20 February 2026. Only applications sent through the e-recruitment portal will be considered.

By applying through our Talent Management System (TMS) you agree to our privacy statement which is in line with the Philippines’ Data Privacy Act. You are strongly advised to read carefully through the privacy statement before submitting your application.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others 

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:  

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.