UNICEF’s Operations Centre supports this mandate by providing 24/7 real-time global situational awareness and crisis communication, enabling risk-informed decision-making across the organization. By maintaining a continuous picture of emerging and evolving situations, OPSCEN enables UNICEF’s efforts to support children and families and serves as a vital communication bridge between Headquarters and field offices. This role is for professionals who are comfortable operating at the centre of a global organization. As an OPSCEN Associate, you will serve as a first point of contact for UNICEF personnel in the field and contribute to the team’s shared responsibility for maintaining situational awareness by ensuring the availability of real time data and reporting, in support of timely and coordinated action. Following its relocation from New York to Rome, OPSCEN is entering an exciting new phase, with a clear vision to strengthen its role as UNICEF’s global emergency operations and crisis communication service. This includes expanding and refining its suite of products and services, with a strong emphasis on innovation, application of technology, adaptability, and creative approaches to how information is captured, analyzed, presented, and shared. The work is delivered through a rotational shift system grounded in established operational best practices, ensuring continuity, predictable scheduling, and formal compensatory arrangements. The environment values professionalism, reliability, and mutual accountability; and those selected will undertake a structured onboarding and training period designed to ensure a clear understanding of OPSCEN’s internal guidelines, processes, tools, and expectations.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide dedicated support to UNICEF's regional knowledge management function during a period of organizational transition and change. The consultant will support the implementation of the ECAMENA Digital and Knowledge Transition Exercise, including the mapping, migration, consolidation, and documentation of digital workspaces, knowledge assets, and evidence repositories across MENARO and ECARO. In parallel, the consultant will support the continuity of ongoing regional knowledge management activities, including the management of evidence and knowledge
repositories, facilitation of knowledge-sharing initiatives and communities of practice, maintenance of the Knowledge@UNICEF platform, development of knowledge products, and support to organizational learning efforts across the MENA region.
The Education Specialist will ensure the seamless programme, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting of UNICEF’s European Union Funded “Last Mile Connectivity of Schools”, the Dutch Funded “PROSPECTS” Integrated Projects, and will lead climate-resilient education system-related technical assistance and implementation. This will be done in close collaboration with other programme sections in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (including Innovation, Child Protection, WASH and Social Policy), respective field offices and involved partners.
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
Join UNICEF Uganda as a WASH Officer – Emergency, NOB, and help protect children and families during the Ebola response. This Temporary Appointment is ideal for a hands-on WASH professional who thrives in emergencies, builds strong partnerships, and is ready to make an immediate impact.
The Construction Officer is responsible for providing technical support to construction activities at the Country Office level, including planning, support to procurement, and monitoring of construction works on site. The position supports the preparation of design and technical documents, assists procurement processes, and ensures effective monitoring of construction projects in compliance with UNICEF norms and standards. The Construction Officer collaborates closely with Programme and Operations sections and coordinates with government counterparts to ensure construction interventions meet programmatic needs and contribute to results for children.
Under the supervision of the Education Specialist, the consultant will provide technical assistance to strengthen the Non Formal Education (NFE) agenda in Nepal.
The assignment will support UNICEF’s contribution to the School Education Sector Plan (SESP) and national priorities on equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
The purpose of the consultancy is to provide technical support for the implementation of the adolescent skills
development programme portfolio in Central Java and East Java provinces. The consultant will be responsible for
providing technical support, supervision and monitoring, and will coordinate programme implementation in the two
provinces. The consultant will support advocacy efforts needed to promote scale-up of the programme by local
government. The consultant will coordinate and collaborate with local implementing partners, provide technical
assistance in the preparation, implementation and reporting of programme activities, and consult with UNICEF’s
education team members to ensure the programme is implemented according to the agreed framework and the
production of high-quality results. When needed, the consultant will be requested to support national level technical and
advocacy activities.
UNICEF is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Operations Associate (G-7) to join the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bangkok. In this dynamic role, you will support the delivery of efficient and compliant operational services across finance, procurement, asset management, and logistics, working closely with programme teams, Common Service Centres (CSCs), and partners.You will play a key role in strengthening coordination, improving processes, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations that enable teams to deliver results for children. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to global programme excellence while working in a collaborative, multi-functional environment and supporting impactful initiatives that advance UNICEF’s mission for children worldwide.
Le bureau de l’UNICEF au Maroc cherche à recruter un.e stagiaire afin d’appuyer la section Education dans la rédaction et le développement de propositions de projets à destination de partenaires privés.
With a focus on strengthening national capacities in mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) for children, adolescents, and families, this consultancy will support multiple Pacific countries, including Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu, Kiribati from 1 July 2026 to 1 January 2028. The consultant will work in close collaboration with ministries of health, education, justice, social welfare, faith-based organisations, and other relevant stakeholders to strengthen capacity of MHPSS workforce and its system, with a particular emphasis on institutionalization for sustainability. This work will contribute to Output 2 Services under the UNICEF Pacific’s Child Protection programme.
UNICEF ha apoyado durante años la protección de niñas, niños y adolescentes, enfocándose en la desinstitucionalización y restitución de derechos. En coordinación con el Ministerio de la Familia, ha promovido acciones y materiales lúdicos y pedagógicos con enfoque psicosocial para mejorar la calidad de las medidas de protección y facilitar que comprendan los procesos que viven, especialmente al ingresar o egresar de Centros de Protección.
En 2026, se impulsan cuentos ilustrados como herramientas de diálogo y acompañamiento para equipos técnicos. Esta consultoría busca desarrollar recursos lúdicos que afiancen la comprensión emocional de estas medidas, mitiguen el impacto de la separación familiar y promuevan el bienestar, la participación y el derecho de la niñez a ser informada.
The Fund Raising Officer (Loyalty & Retention) is responsible for strengthening long-term relationships with individual donors to ensure sustainable fundraising growth. The role supports the planning, implementation, and monitoring of donor retention, cultivation, and value maximization strategies, contributing to increased donor engagement and lifetime value.
The Fundraising Officer (Acquisition) supports the planning, implementation, and optimization of donor acquisition strategies across multiple fundraising channels. The role is responsible for managing acquisition campaigns, monitoring performance, identifying growth opportunities, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and contributing to the achievement of UNICEF Ecuador’s fundraising objectives.
UNICEF is strengthening its executive screening and assessment capacity to support recruitment activities for Assistant Representatives, Deputy Representative Programme and Deputy Representative Operations roles. UNICEF is also preparing to launch the first generic vacancy announcement for Deputy Representative Operations, P-4 and P-5 Talent Groups. A significant number of applications are expected to undergo the screening and assessment process. The initial desk-review of applicants (long-listing) is performed by DPC.
UNICEF is seeking a dynamic Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Specialist to join the Generation Unlimited (GenU) team in New York. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a global partnership working to ensure that every young person is in school, learning, training or employment by 2030. The role offers the chance to lead and strengthen global MERL systems, support evidence-based decision-making, and work closely with partners across governments, UN agencies, and the private sector to design and scale innovative solutions for youth. If you are passionate about using data, evidence and learning to drive impact at scale and improve outcomes for adolescents and young people worldwide, we encourage you to apply.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide expert-level legal, technical, strategic, and coordination leadership for the implementation of the Action “Strengthening Child Justice and Protection Systems in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
The consultant will act as the lead technical and strategic advisor for the Access to Justice / Child Justice domain, ensuring coherence, quality, and alignment of all interventions with EU standards, CRC principles, and national legal frameworks.
The Programme Planning, Monitoring and Research (PPMR) Section in MENARO is seeking an Information Management consultant to support the finalization and rollout of the IM Strategy and support in developing Monitoring Framework. The role will focus on translating the strategy into actionable outputs by developing guidance, tools, and methodologies that strengthen IM capacity across the region. This includes supporting the design and implementation of integrated IM systems, improving data flow mapping and quality assurance processes, and enhancing data visualization and analytical outputs to better inform programme and operational decisions. Working closely with regional teams and Country Offices, the consultant will play a key role in advancing more coherent, sustainable, and effective IM practices across MENA.
UNICEF Liberia is seeking to hire a qualified and experienced driver who will provide reliable and safe driving services while ensuring compliance with local traffic rules and UNICEF protocols. If you are an experienced driver, we strongly encourage you to apply.
UNICEF’s Operations Centre supports this mandate by providing 24/7 real-time global situational awareness and crisis communication, enabling risk-informed decision-making across the organization. By maintaining a continuous picture of emerging and evolving situations, OPSCEN enables UNICEF’s efforts to support children and families and serves as a vital communication bridge between Headquarters and field offices. This role is for professionals who are comfortable operating at the centre of a global organization. As an OPSCEN Associate, you will serve as a first point of contact for UNICEF personnel in the field and contribute to the team’s shared responsibility for maintaining situational awareness by ensuring the availability of real time data and reporting, in support of timely and coordinated action. Following its relocation from New York to Rome, OPSCEN is entering an exciting new phase, with a clear vision to strengthen its role as UNICEF’s global emergency operations and crisis communication service. This includes expanding and refining its suite of products and services, with a strong emphasis on innovation, application of technology, adaptability, and creative approaches to how information is captured, analyzed, presented, and shared. The work is delivered through a rotational shift system grounded in established operational best practices, ensuring continuity, predictable scheduling, and formal compensatory arrangements. The environment values professionalism, reliability, and mutual accountability; and those selected will undertake a structured onboarding and training period designed to ensure a clear understanding of OPSCEN’s internal guidelines, processes, tools, and expectations.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide dedicated support to UNICEF's regional knowledge management function during a period of organizational transition and change. The consultant will support the implementation of the ECAMENA Digital and Knowledge Transition Exercise, including the mapping, migration, consolidation, and documentation of digital workspaces, knowledge assets, and evidence repositories across MENARO and ECARO. In parallel, the consultant will support the continuity of ongoing regional knowledge management activities, including the management of evidence and knowledge
repositories, facilitation of knowledge-sharing initiatives and communities of practice, maintenance of the Knowledge@UNICEF platform, development of knowledge products, and support to organizational learning efforts across the MENA region.
The Education Specialist will ensure the seamless programme, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting of UNICEF’s European Union Funded “Last Mile Connectivity of Schools”, the Dutch Funded “PROSPECTS” Integrated Projects, and will lead climate-resilient education system-related technical assistance and implementation. This will be done in close collaboration with other programme sections in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (including Innovation, Child Protection, WASH and Social Policy), respective field offices and involved partners.
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
Join UNICEF Uganda as a WASH Officer – Emergency, NOB, and help protect children and families during the Ebola response. This Temporary Appointment is ideal for a hands-on WASH professional who thrives in emergencies, builds strong partnerships, and is ready to make an immediate impact.
The Construction Officer is responsible for providing technical support to construction activities at the Country Office level, including planning, support to procurement, and monitoring of construction works on site. The position supports the preparation of design and technical documents, assists procurement processes, and ensures effective monitoring of construction projects in compliance with UNICEF norms and standards. The Construction Officer collaborates closely with Programme and Operations sections and coordinates with government counterparts to ensure construction interventions meet programmatic needs and contribute to results for children.
Under the supervision of the Education Specialist, the consultant will provide technical assistance to strengthen the Non Formal Education (NFE) agenda in Nepal.
The assignment will support UNICEF’s contribution to the School Education Sector Plan (SESP) and national priorities on equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
The purpose of the consultancy is to provide technical support for the implementation of the adolescent skills
development programme portfolio in Central Java and East Java provinces. The consultant will be responsible for
providing technical support, supervision and monitoring, and will coordinate programme implementation in the two
provinces. The consultant will support advocacy efforts needed to promote scale-up of the programme by local
government. The consultant will coordinate and collaborate with local implementing partners, provide technical
assistance in the preparation, implementation and reporting of programme activities, and consult with UNICEF’s
education team members to ensure the programme is implemented according to the agreed framework and the
production of high-quality results. When needed, the consultant will be requested to support national level technical and
advocacy activities.
UNICEF is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Operations Associate (G-7) to join the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bangkok. In this dynamic role, you will support the delivery of efficient and compliant operational services across finance, procurement, asset management, and logistics, working closely with programme teams, Common Service Centres (CSCs), and partners.You will play a key role in strengthening coordination, improving processes, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations that enable teams to deliver results for children. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to global programme excellence while working in a collaborative, multi-functional environment and supporting impactful initiatives that advance UNICEF’s mission for children worldwide.
Le bureau de l’UNICEF au Maroc cherche à recruter un.e stagiaire afin d’appuyer la section Education dans la rédaction et le développement de propositions de projets à destination de partenaires privés.
With a focus on strengthening national capacities in mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) for children, adolescents, and families, this consultancy will support multiple Pacific countries, including Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu, Kiribati from 1 July 2026 to 1 January 2028. The consultant will work in close collaboration with ministries of health, education, justice, social welfare, faith-based organisations, and other relevant stakeholders to strengthen capacity of MHPSS workforce and its system, with a particular emphasis on institutionalization for sustainability. This work will contribute to Output 2 Services under the UNICEF Pacific’s Child Protection programme.
UNICEF ha apoyado durante años la protección de niñas, niños y adolescentes, enfocándose en la desinstitucionalización y restitución de derechos. En coordinación con el Ministerio de la Familia, ha promovido acciones y materiales lúdicos y pedagógicos con enfoque psicosocial para mejorar la calidad de las medidas de protección y facilitar que comprendan los procesos que viven, especialmente al ingresar o egresar de Centros de Protección.
En 2026, se impulsan cuentos ilustrados como herramientas de diálogo y acompañamiento para equipos técnicos. Esta consultoría busca desarrollar recursos lúdicos que afiancen la comprensión emocional de estas medidas, mitiguen el impacto de la separación familiar y promuevan el bienestar, la participación y el derecho de la niñez a ser informada.
The Fund Raising Officer (Loyalty & Retention) is responsible for strengthening long-term relationships with individual donors to ensure sustainable fundraising growth. The role supports the planning, implementation, and monitoring of donor retention, cultivation, and value maximization strategies, contributing to increased donor engagement and lifetime value.
The Fundraising Officer (Acquisition) supports the planning, implementation, and optimization of donor acquisition strategies across multiple fundraising channels. The role is responsible for managing acquisition campaigns, monitoring performance, identifying growth opportunities, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and contributing to the achievement of UNICEF Ecuador’s fundraising objectives.
UNICEF is strengthening its executive screening and assessment capacity to support recruitment activities for Assistant Representatives, Deputy Representative Programme and Deputy Representative Operations roles. UNICEF is also preparing to launch the first generic vacancy announcement for Deputy Representative Operations, P-4 and P-5 Talent Groups. A significant number of applications are expected to undergo the screening and assessment process. The initial desk-review of applicants (long-listing) is performed by DPC.
UNICEF is seeking a dynamic Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Specialist to join the Generation Unlimited (GenU) team in New York. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a global partnership working to ensure that every young person is in school, learning, training or employment by 2030. The role offers the chance to lead and strengthen global MERL systems, support evidence-based decision-making, and work closely with partners across governments, UN agencies, and the private sector to design and scale innovative solutions for youth. If you are passionate about using data, evidence and learning to drive impact at scale and improve outcomes for adolescents and young people worldwide, we encourage you to apply.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide expert-level legal, technical, strategic, and coordination leadership for the implementation of the Action “Strengthening Child Justice and Protection Systems in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
The consultant will act as the lead technical and strategic advisor for the Access to Justice / Child Justice domain, ensuring coherence, quality, and alignment of all interventions with EU standards, CRC principles, and national legal frameworks.
The Programme Planning, Monitoring and Research (PPMR) Section in MENARO is seeking an Information Management consultant to support the finalization and rollout of the IM Strategy and support in developing Monitoring Framework. The role will focus on translating the strategy into actionable outputs by developing guidance, tools, and methodologies that strengthen IM capacity across the region. This includes supporting the design and implementation of integrated IM systems, improving data flow mapping and quality assurance processes, and enhancing data visualization and analytical outputs to better inform programme and operational decisions. Working closely with regional teams and Country Offices, the consultant will play a key role in advancing more coherent, sustainable, and effective IM practices across MENA.
UNICEF Liberia is seeking to hire a qualified and experienced driver who will provide reliable and safe driving services while ensuring compliance with local traffic rules and UNICEF protocols. If you are an experienced driver, we strongly encourage you to apply.
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