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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 supervision of the Nutrition Specialist, the consultant is required to perform the following tasks:

1. Support UNICEF PCO workstream on the PhilHealth SAM OTC package Rollout and ITC package development

• Provide coordination (horizontal and vertical) and technical support to PhilHealth/DOH/ institutional contractors to catalyze the PhilHealth SAM OTC package accreditation scale-up, utilization monitoring, filing of claims, and reporting
• Monitor the updating of accreditation database and status on a monthly basis, and report on a quarterly basis
• Provide knowledge management and learning exchange support: Document barriers, lessons, and best practices, and organization of national updating and learning exchange forums.
• Support integration of PIMAM Data into HOMIS

2. Support the remainder of the implementation, closure, and knowledge management of the PIMAM Simplified Approaches Operations Research (SA-OR)

• Support Family MUAC SA-OR implementation in extended learning sites and project closure, including knowledge management.
• Support the CHW-led SA-OR implementation in scale-up areas and post-discharge monitoring, learning exchange, closure, and knowledge management.

3. PIMAM Capacity Development

• Support design and rollout of PIMAM capacity-building activities, including Training of Trainers (TOT), service provider trainings, mentoring, and supportive supervision.
• Support PIMAM Capacity Building to facilitate PhilHealth SAM package accreditation
• Consolidate all PIMAM capacity building data quarterly
• Support finalization of the updated PIMAM MOP
• Coordinate with and provide technical support to DOH-DPCB to include PIMAM in IMCI Training Package
• Support strengthening of PIMAM Supply Chain and Logistics

4. Data and Reporting

• Produce quarterly analytical updates on accreditation progress, admissions trends, and service utilization.
• Support alignment of PIMAM reporting with national health information systems and PhilHealth claims data.
• Identify data gaps and recommend improvements in monitoring, reporting, and performance tracking.
• Support evidence use in decision-making at national and subnational levels.

5. Other Tasks and Cross-Cutting Responsibilities

• Coordinate with institutional contractors (PhilHealth SAM OTC package technical and advocacy contractor; PIMAM Simplified Approaches Operations Research Contractors), government agencies (DOH, NNC, PhilHealth) to ensure alignment with CNF commitments.
• Support donor missions, reporting requirements, and strategic engagement.
• Ensure equity-focused prioritization of high-burden and vulnerable areas.
• Perform other related tasks necessary to advance CNF wasting commitments.

Tasks:

1. Conduct desk review of available documents (both internal and publicly available)

• Develop a repository of all PIMAM related documents and knowledge products
• Conduct scoping/field visits as needed to priority regions and/or provinces to gather relevant data, including but not limited to accreditation status and PIMAM service coverage, and other ongoing PIMAM interventions.
• Draft an Inception report informed by the desk review and scoping visits

2. PIMAM Simplified Approaches Operations Research (SA-OR)

• Support Family MUAC SA-OR implementation in extended learning sites and project closure, including knowledge management.
• Support the CHW-led SA-OR implementation in scale-up areas and post-discharge monitoring, learning exchange, closure, and knowledge management.

3. PhilHealth SAM OTC package Rollout and ITC package development

• Provide coordination (horizontal and vertical) and technical support to PhilHealth/DOH/ institutional contractors to catalyze the PhilHealth SAM OTC package accreditation scale-up, utilization monitoring, filing of claims, and reporting
• Monitor the updating of accreditation database and status on a monthly basis, and report on a quarterly basis
• Provide knowledge management and learning exchange support: Document barriers, lessons, and best practices, and organization of national updating and learning exchange forums.
• Support integration of PIMAM Data into HOMIS

4. PIMAM Capacity Development

• Support PIMAM Capacity Building to facilitate PhilHealth SAM package accreditation
• Consolidate all PIMAM capacity building data quarterly
• Support finalization of the updated PIMAM MOP including field testing and support to drafting of interim guideline
• Support strengthening of PIMAM Supply Chain and Logistics
• Support donor visits other relevant tasks as may be necessary
• Coordinate with and provide technical support to DOH-DPCB to include PIMAM in IMCI Training Package
• Support any other tasks as may be required by the supervisor/s
• Drafting of Final report and presentation of the consultancy accomplishments

Deliverables:

1. Inception report
2. Quarterly updated workplan
3. PIMAM End-Year Review supported and Annual PIMAM Workplan
4. Progress Report that document progress against planned activities and targets, and other supported activities
5. Final consultancy report
6. Repository of all knowledge products (documents, manuscripts, training materials, photos, etc) related to the consultancy

*Detailed Terms of Reference may be requested.  

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

Minimum requirements:

• Education:
  • Advanced university degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Medicine, Nursing, or a related field.
  • A first university degree (Bachelor’s) in a relevant field combined with additional years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.

• Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:

  • Technical Expertise in Wasting and PIMAM
  • Strong technical knowledge of wasting prevention and treatment, including PIMAM/CMAM protocols (OTC and ITC), or other closely related technical expertise in nutrition or child health programmes, with ability to quickly acquire PIMAM/CMAM knowledge
  • Familiarity with WHO guidelines on wasting management and their application in country contexts.
  • Understanding of Simplified Approaches (e.g., Family MUAC, CHW-led models) and their programmatic implications.
  • Knowledge of nutrition supply chain systems, including therapeutic commodities (RUTF, F75, F100) or similar public health commodity supply chains
  • Programme Management & Systems Strengthening
  • Proven experience in managing or supporting large-scale public health or nutrition programmes, at the national or subnational levels, or equivalent large-scale programme experience
  • Demonstrated ability to support multi-component systems strengthening (service delivery, workforce, data, supply chain, financing), aligned with CNF priorities.
  • Strong experience in stakeholder coordination with government and partners; familiarity with DOH, PhilHealth, NNC, LGUs is an advantage
  • Ability to translate technical guidance into operational plans and implementation support.

  Philippine Health System and Financing Context

  • Familiarity with the Philippine health system, including DOH structures, LGU implementation, or similar decentralized health systems
  • Understanding of PhilHealth processes, including accreditation, claims, and provider payment mechanisms, is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of UHC reforms and Special Health Fund arrangements is desirable.

  Data, Monitoring, and Knowledge Management

  • Strong skills in data analysis, interpretation, and visualization (e.g., dashboards, performance tracking).
  • Experience in monitoring programme implementation and results, including use of routine health information systems.
  • Ability to produce high-quality technical reports, policy briefs, and donor-facing outputs.
  • Experience in knowledge management, including documentation of lessons learned and best practices.

  Capacity Building and Technical Assistance

  • Demonstrated experience in designing and supporting training, mentoring, and supportive supervision.
  • Ability to provide hands-on technical assistance to national and subnational stakeholders.

  Core Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple workstreams and tight timelines.
  • High level of organizational and planning skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; Filipino is an advantage.
  • Candidates with relevant and transferable experience from similar contexts are encouraged to apply, and country-specific knowledge may be acquired on the job

  Language Requirements:

  • • Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and Filipino.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are requested to complete an online candidate profile in http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/ by 27 March 2026. Only applications sent through the e-recruitment portal under Job Number: 591847 will be considered.

All candidates are requested to submit a COVER LETTER, and the duly filled P11 Form which can be downloaded from our website at P11 Form.docx (sharepoint.com) indicating three (3) previous supervisors. Please indicate your professional fees and the soonest availability to take on the post based on the above terms of reference.

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 is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. 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.

Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF’s Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.

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.