To support ECCD Council and DepEd in harmonizing, expanding and digitizing the enhanced child mapping tool to improve data-driven planning for early childhood education and basic education. Specifically, the digitized child mapping tool which will be managed by the LGUs, through the Local Social Welfare Office in the interim, aims to:
1. Review further the tool which has been harmonized and expanded by UNICEF based on DepEd’s tool adopted in 2017, questions and responses in Annual Poverty Indicators Survey (APIS) and Functional Literacy, Education, and Mass Media Survey (FLEMMS), and CFM.
2. Digitize the harmonized and enhanced paper-based child mapping tool.
3. Develop a secure and user-friendly digital platform for data collection, validation, and storage that will be managed by the LGU through the Local Social Welfare Office (in the interim while it has yet to be incorporated in DILG’s RBI) and can be accessed by LGUs and schools.
4. Enable basic data analysis and reporting to support tracking, targeting and planning to ensure that children aged 3-4 years are able to access ECE and smoothly transition to and complete basic education.
5. Design visual dashboards or summary views that present key data trends to LGU and DepEd decision-makers at the barangay and municipality levels.
6. Promote data integrity, accessibility, and reusability through sound data management practices and alignment with LGU, ECCD Council, DepEd and UNICEF data governance standards.
7. Support future integration of the digital tool with national platforms such as DILG’s RBI through standardized formats and metadata structures. 8. Build the capacity of the LGU and DepEd at the barangay and municipal levels in using the digitized child mapping tool for data collection and decision-making.
The overall purpose of the consultancy is to coordinate disability inclusion programming at the Malaysia Country Office (MCO) through the management of national partnerships and providing technical guidance to support the dual-track integration of disability inclusive approaches across programmatic work, operational functions and communications, including at the UN level.
UNICEF’s work in the area of data analysis highlights trends and emphasizes patterns found within the data and suggests how these data can be used strategically to inform evidence-based policy and programmatic efforts. The results of UNICEF’s data analysis work appear in its flagship publications as well as data-driven thematic reports, articles, brochures, documents and other dissemination materials.
Toward this end, the Child Protection and Development Unit (CPD) within the Data and Analytics Section produces data and knowledge products on key thematic issues pertaining to child protection, early childhood development (ECD), children with disabilities and adolescents.
There is an ongoing requirement for the production of high-quality data packages that include data processing, tabulating findings, assessing data quality, and trends on various thematic topics covered by the CPD data team. The primary source of this data will be household surveys such as MICS and DHS, but there may, on occasion, other types of data sources requiring data processing and/or analysis such as censuses. The end products will be disseminated through various channels, including the data warehouse, data.unicef.org, and data-driven publications.
Sign a Long-Term Agreement (LTA) with UNICEF Syria Country Office and open the door to exciting opportunities. As an LTA holder, you’ll be eligible for direct Individual Contracts with the UNICEF Syria Country Office, whenever your expertise is needed, within the scope of the agreement. Your role will focus on delivering individual and group counseling, as well as psychosocial support, to UNICEF Syria staff and their dependents.
The Division of Data, Analytics, Planning and Monitoring (DAPM) plays a central role in enhancing UNICEF’s decision-making, organizational learning, and results for children. Within DAPM, the Data & Analytics Team (DAT) leads the collection, validation, analysis, and dissemination of high-quality, globally comparable data on children and women—positioning this data as a global public good through platforms such as data.unicef.org.
As UNICEF prepares its Strategic Plan for 2026–2029, the integration of planning, monitoring, data, and analytics (PMDA) will be critical to advancing the organization’s goals. Data communications is a core enabler of this effort—translating complex data into actionable insights that inform decision-making, support internal alignment, and drive external advocacy with Member States and partners.
This consultancy sits within the Data Communications and Advocacy team, UNICEF’s specialized function for primarily digital data visibility, advocacy, and audience engagement. The consultant will serve as an executor of the team’s digital strategy—supporting content production, innovation, digital optimization, and technical delivery across data platforms and technical outreach channels. This role is essential to ensure that UNICEF’s data is not only accessible but influential, shaping programming, partnerships, and global discourse around children’s rights.
Under the direct supervision of the Statistics and Monitoring Specialist (Immunization) in the Data and Analytics Section (DAPM), the consultant will focus on enhancing the quality and consistency of immunization and related health databases. This includes expanding and integrating databases to incorporate additional health indicators and environmental factors that may affect immunization coverage. The consultant will also develop and implement a robust BCU monitoring methodology to assess data quality, analyze trends before and after BCU activities, and evaluate performance at national and subnational levels.
Be a driving force behind a lead-free future for every child.UNICEF is seeking a dynamic and visionary Senior Programme Specialist (Lead [Pb] Knowledge Generation and Use) to join the Secretariat of the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future. In this role, you’ll lead the development and dissemination of cutting-edge technical tools, including the flagship Toolkit to End Childhood Lead Poisoning, and manage a central knowledge hub that empowers governments and partners to act on this urgent public health crisis.This is your opportunity to shape policy, influence global practice, and work alongside top researchers, policymakers, and technical experts to eliminate lead exposure—one of the most widespread, yet preventable threats to child health. If you’re passionate about turning science into action, strengthening country systems, and driving meaningful, lasting change, this role is your platform to make a lasting global impact.Join us and help catalyze a world where no child is poisoned by lead.
Under the guidance of the Lead for the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future (PLF) and in collaboration with the PLF Secretariat, UNICEF divisions, and the Health Environments for Healthy Children Team, the Consultant will create and aggregate best practices and technical tools through a central knowledge and resource hub to support country-led efforts.
The focus of this consultancy is to design, monitor and implement a sustainable and affordable model for the use of digital learning into primary schools (focusing on adaptive learning, skills acquisition and monitoring learning progress).
UNICEF Eswatini Country Office is looking for a consultant that will support Eswatini to respond to the need for an integrated child-sensitive disaster risk information system and platform for governmental institutions at national and subnational levels.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a consultant as GenU youth engagement Officer and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
This consultancy shall be engaged to provide the technical assistance needed for: (1) Conduct of the study and review of the PCB ECCD, and (2) Ensure use of the study and evidence to support development of policy and accountability framework, results and monitoring framework, and action plan/roadmap for the strengthening PCB, most particularly focused on ECD. The consultant shall be engaged and focus on the conducting the assessment of the PCB ECCD.
The consultant will be responsible in conducting an assessment/study which will aim to generate evidence that will support the government in improving budget strategy on PCB, particularly for the ECCD. Generating deeper and comprehensive analysis and insights to:
- Conduct review on the existing policy framework, processes and practices on PCB ECCD, including key gaps and challenges in policy, capacity, and coordination structures. Review shall also look into the alignment of PCB ECCD to existing ECD laws, guidelines, strategic plans, costed investment plans. The consultant is also expected to reference the findings from the EDCOM Reports.
- Generate evidence-based recommendations relevant towards strengthening PCB ECCD and its institutionalization including informing enhancements to policy and accountability mechanisms, results and monitoring framework, and governance structures.
- Identify potential areas for reforms and ways forward toward sustainability and strengthening of PCB ECCD as a budget strategy within the PFM systems.
UNICEF’s overall strategic approach in Kosovo is to ensure that the rights of children are identified and attended to, either directly or through advocacy with partners and relevant Kosovo institutions. UNICEF is in the fifth year of the implementation of the five-year programme cycle covering the period of 2021-2025.
The objective of this assignment is to provide comprehensive advisory support to DAPM digital systems by collaborating with concerned units to conceptualize and develop new digital modules and platforms, analyze help desk support systems for efficiency and better user experience and identify opportunities for performance improvements across digital platforms. The consultant will facilitate stakeholder engagement, produce analytical reports, and support the development and rollout of existing and new systems. Additionally, the consultant will coordinate efforts to maximize efficiency, reduce redundancies and enhance overall systems management within DAPM.
This consultancy seeks to undertake research on celebrities and influencers that:
A. Embody the UNICEF brand using our brand values and exclusion criteria;
B. Have wide reach and influence across UNICEF’s target audiences;
C. Can commit to a workplan with various activities such as learning sessions and field visits; and
D. Can contribute to UNICEF’s priority and other advocacies.
The final output is a recommendation of at least five (5) celebrities and influencers on the national level, and another set of five (5) at the Bangsamoro level.
Le travail du (de la) consultant(e) permettra au bureau de l'UNICEF RDC de disposer des outils de communication sur le soutien alimentaire et nutritionnel en lien avec Mpox en RDC au profit des formations sanitaires et les travailleurs communautaires pour la délivrance d’interventions de nutrition de qualité.
Help eliminate childhood lead poisoning worldwide.Join UNICEF as a Programme Specialist [Lead (Pb) Knowledge Generation and Use], where you’ll lead the development of cutting-edge tools—like the “Toolkit to End Childhood Lead Poisoning”—and transform data and research into actionable resources for countries and partners.The Programme Specialist [Lead-Free Future Programme] will play an important role in driving progress, at a country and global level, toward the mitigation of lead. They will ensure the technical rigor of UNICEF’s programmes against lead by providing technical guidance, support and quality assurance to ROs/COs, global programme management , global programme support and contribute learnings in support of the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future.
Título: Consultor Nacional de Inmunización para la oficina de país de UNICEF Guinea Ecuatorial.
Duración: 6 meses (de 1 de julio al 31 diciembre 2025)
Lugar de trabajo: Malabo, con viajes regulares a la Region Continental si es necesario
Reporta a: Especialista de Salud de UNICEF Guinea Ecuatorial
L'UNICEF a pris l'initiative de programmer l'adaptation au secteur de l'eau, de l'assainissement et de l'hygiène (EAH) d'un outil qui a déjà fait ses preuves dans le domaine de la santé : l'outil « Maturité de la chaîne logistique ». Cet instrument permet de diagnostiquer et d'évaluer les chaînes d'approvisionnement liées aux médicaments d'urgence, aux vaccins et aux compléments alimentaires. Il s'adresse principalement aux gouvernements et aux agences de développement en tant qu'outil stratégique et de programmation. Il a déjà été mis en oeuvre dans 35 pays, dont Madagascar en 2022-2023. Sa mise en oeuvre est soutenue par une plateforme en ligne qui sert de support à la diffusion des résultats et à la comparaison entre les pays. Cet objectif correspond à un appui à l’étape 6. Cette étude rentre en ligne avec le plan IMERP 2025 de la section WASH et a pour but de retracer tout le processus et la méthodologie de cette initiative d’adaptation de l’outil Maturity Model au secteur EAH. Cette étude permettra d’évaluer cette initiative et en souligner les défis et opportunités
Le consultant sera chargé de dérouler un programme de renforcement de capacités en finance publique sur les enfants aux parlementaires, élus locaux et acteurs ministériels pour faciliter la compréhension des données budgétaires dans les secteurs sociaux. Une attention particulière sera portée sur l’analyse des allocations budgétaires dédiées à l’enfance, afin d’identifier les écarts de financement et les opportunités d’investissement en faveur des enfants, en particulier ceux en situation de vulnérabilité. Dans un premier temps, ce programme sera destiné aux parlementaires avant de se poursuivre avec les élus locaux et les ministères sectoriels.
Ce programme vise à renforcer les fonctions de contrôle et de suivi du budget des différents acteurs notamment les parlementaires, les élus locaux et les acteurs ministériels, en les dotant de compétences nécessaires pour analyser les budgets sous l'angle des impacts sociaux. L’approche encouragera une lecture des budgets intégrant des indicateurs spécifiques aux enfants, permettant d’évaluer dans quelle mesure les investissements publics contribuent à la réalisation de leurs droits et à l’amélioration de leur bien-être. De plus, ce programme permettra d’améliorer la transparence, la redevabilité et la gouvernance financière en droite ligne avec les priorités nationales. Cela inclut le développement de mécanismes permettant de suivre et d’évaluer l’exécution budgétaire en faveur de l’enfance, garantissant ainsi une meilleure traçabilité et efficacité des dépenses publiques destinées aux enfants.
To support ECCD Council and DepEd in harmonizing, expanding and digitizing the enhanced child mapping tool to improve data-driven planning for early childhood education and basic education. Specifically, the digitized child mapping tool which will be managed by the LGUs, through the Local Social Welfare Office in the interim, aims to:
1. Review further the tool which has been harmonized and expanded by UNICEF based on DepEd’s tool adopted in 2017, questions and responses in Annual Poverty Indicators Survey (APIS) and Functional Literacy, Education, and Mass Media Survey (FLEMMS), and CFM.
2. Digitize the harmonized and enhanced paper-based child mapping tool.
3. Develop a secure and user-friendly digital platform for data collection, validation, and storage that will be managed by the LGU through the Local Social Welfare Office (in the interim while it has yet to be incorporated in DILG’s RBI) and can be accessed by LGUs and schools.
4. Enable basic data analysis and reporting to support tracking, targeting and planning to ensure that children aged 3-4 years are able to access ECE and smoothly transition to and complete basic education.
5. Design visual dashboards or summary views that present key data trends to LGU and DepEd decision-makers at the barangay and municipality levels.
6. Promote data integrity, accessibility, and reusability through sound data management practices and alignment with LGU, ECCD Council, DepEd and UNICEF data governance standards.
7. Support future integration of the digital tool with national platforms such as DILG’s RBI through standardized formats and metadata structures. 8. Build the capacity of the LGU and DepEd at the barangay and municipal levels in using the digitized child mapping tool for data collection and decision-making.
The overall purpose of the consultancy is to coordinate disability inclusion programming at the Malaysia Country Office (MCO) through the management of national partnerships and providing technical guidance to support the dual-track integration of disability inclusive approaches across programmatic work, operational functions and communications, including at the UN level.
UNICEF’s work in the area of data analysis highlights trends and emphasizes patterns found within the data and suggests how these data can be used strategically to inform evidence-based policy and programmatic efforts. The results of UNICEF’s data analysis work appear in its flagship publications as well as data-driven thematic reports, articles, brochures, documents and other dissemination materials.
Toward this end, the Child Protection and Development Unit (CPD) within the Data and Analytics Section produces data and knowledge products on key thematic issues pertaining to child protection, early childhood development (ECD), children with disabilities and adolescents.
There is an ongoing requirement for the production of high-quality data packages that include data processing, tabulating findings, assessing data quality, and trends on various thematic topics covered by the CPD data team. The primary source of this data will be household surveys such as MICS and DHS, but there may, on occasion, other types of data sources requiring data processing and/or analysis such as censuses. The end products will be disseminated through various channels, including the data warehouse, data.unicef.org, and data-driven publications.
Sign a Long-Term Agreement (LTA) with UNICEF Syria Country Office and open the door to exciting opportunities. As an LTA holder, you’ll be eligible for direct Individual Contracts with the UNICEF Syria Country Office, whenever your expertise is needed, within the scope of the agreement. Your role will focus on delivering individual and group counseling, as well as psychosocial support, to UNICEF Syria staff and their dependents.
The Division of Data, Analytics, Planning and Monitoring (DAPM) plays a central role in enhancing UNICEF’s decision-making, organizational learning, and results for children. Within DAPM, the Data & Analytics Team (DAT) leads the collection, validation, analysis, and dissemination of high-quality, globally comparable data on children and women—positioning this data as a global public good through platforms such as data.unicef.org.
As UNICEF prepares its Strategic Plan for 2026–2029, the integration of planning, monitoring, data, and analytics (PMDA) will be critical to advancing the organization’s goals. Data communications is a core enabler of this effort—translating complex data into actionable insights that inform decision-making, support internal alignment, and drive external advocacy with Member States and partners.
This consultancy sits within the Data Communications and Advocacy team, UNICEF’s specialized function for primarily digital data visibility, advocacy, and audience engagement. The consultant will serve as an executor of the team’s digital strategy—supporting content production, innovation, digital optimization, and technical delivery across data platforms and technical outreach channels. This role is essential to ensure that UNICEF’s data is not only accessible but influential, shaping programming, partnerships, and global discourse around children’s rights.
Under the direct supervision of the Statistics and Monitoring Specialist (Immunization) in the Data and Analytics Section (DAPM), the consultant will focus on enhancing the quality and consistency of immunization and related health databases. This includes expanding and integrating databases to incorporate additional health indicators and environmental factors that may affect immunization coverage. The consultant will also develop and implement a robust BCU monitoring methodology to assess data quality, analyze trends before and after BCU activities, and evaluate performance at national and subnational levels.
Be a driving force behind a lead-free future for every child.UNICEF is seeking a dynamic and visionary Senior Programme Specialist (Lead [Pb] Knowledge Generation and Use) to join the Secretariat of the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future. In this role, you’ll lead the development and dissemination of cutting-edge technical tools, including the flagship Toolkit to End Childhood Lead Poisoning, and manage a central knowledge hub that empowers governments and partners to act on this urgent public health crisis.This is your opportunity to shape policy, influence global practice, and work alongside top researchers, policymakers, and technical experts to eliminate lead exposure—one of the most widespread, yet preventable threats to child health. If you’re passionate about turning science into action, strengthening country systems, and driving meaningful, lasting change, this role is your platform to make a lasting global impact.Join us and help catalyze a world where no child is poisoned by lead.
Under the guidance of the Lead for the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future (PLF) and in collaboration with the PLF Secretariat, UNICEF divisions, and the Health Environments for Healthy Children Team, the Consultant will create and aggregate best practices and technical tools through a central knowledge and resource hub to support country-led efforts.
The focus of this consultancy is to design, monitor and implement a sustainable and affordable model for the use of digital learning into primary schools (focusing on adaptive learning, skills acquisition and monitoring learning progress).
UNICEF Eswatini Country Office is looking for a consultant that will support Eswatini to respond to the need for an integrated child-sensitive disaster risk information system and platform for governmental institutions at national and subnational levels.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a consultant as GenU youth engagement Officer and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
This consultancy shall be engaged to provide the technical assistance needed for: (1) Conduct of the study and review of the PCB ECCD, and (2) Ensure use of the study and evidence to support development of policy and accountability framework, results and monitoring framework, and action plan/roadmap for the strengthening PCB, most particularly focused on ECD. The consultant shall be engaged and focus on the conducting the assessment of the PCB ECCD.
The consultant will be responsible in conducting an assessment/study which will aim to generate evidence that will support the government in improving budget strategy on PCB, particularly for the ECCD. Generating deeper and comprehensive analysis and insights to:
- Conduct review on the existing policy framework, processes and practices on PCB ECCD, including key gaps and challenges in policy, capacity, and coordination structures. Review shall also look into the alignment of PCB ECCD to existing ECD laws, guidelines, strategic plans, costed investment plans. The consultant is also expected to reference the findings from the EDCOM Reports.
- Generate evidence-based recommendations relevant towards strengthening PCB ECCD and its institutionalization including informing enhancements to policy and accountability mechanisms, results and monitoring framework, and governance structures.
- Identify potential areas for reforms and ways forward toward sustainability and strengthening of PCB ECCD as a budget strategy within the PFM systems.
UNICEF’s overall strategic approach in Kosovo is to ensure that the rights of children are identified and attended to, either directly or through advocacy with partners and relevant Kosovo institutions. UNICEF is in the fifth year of the implementation of the five-year programme cycle covering the period of 2021-2025.
The objective of this assignment is to provide comprehensive advisory support to DAPM digital systems by collaborating with concerned units to conceptualize and develop new digital modules and platforms, analyze help desk support systems for efficiency and better user experience and identify opportunities for performance improvements across digital platforms. The consultant will facilitate stakeholder engagement, produce analytical reports, and support the development and rollout of existing and new systems. Additionally, the consultant will coordinate efforts to maximize efficiency, reduce redundancies and enhance overall systems management within DAPM.
This consultancy seeks to undertake research on celebrities and influencers that:
A. Embody the UNICEF brand using our brand values and exclusion criteria;
B. Have wide reach and influence across UNICEF’s target audiences;
C. Can commit to a workplan with various activities such as learning sessions and field visits; and
D. Can contribute to UNICEF’s priority and other advocacies.
The final output is a recommendation of at least five (5) celebrities and influencers on the national level, and another set of five (5) at the Bangsamoro level.
Le travail du (de la) consultant(e) permettra au bureau de l'UNICEF RDC de disposer des outils de communication sur le soutien alimentaire et nutritionnel en lien avec Mpox en RDC au profit des formations sanitaires et les travailleurs communautaires pour la délivrance d’interventions de nutrition de qualité.
Help eliminate childhood lead poisoning worldwide.Join UNICEF as a Programme Specialist [Lead (Pb) Knowledge Generation and Use], where you’ll lead the development of cutting-edge tools—like the “Toolkit to End Childhood Lead Poisoning”—and transform data and research into actionable resources for countries and partners.The Programme Specialist [Lead-Free Future Programme] will play an important role in driving progress, at a country and global level, toward the mitigation of lead. They will ensure the technical rigor of UNICEF’s programmes against lead by providing technical guidance, support and quality assurance to ROs/COs, global programme management , global programme support and contribute learnings in support of the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future.
Título: Consultor Nacional de Inmunización para la oficina de país de UNICEF Guinea Ecuatorial.
Duración: 6 meses (de 1 de julio al 31 diciembre 2025)
Lugar de trabajo: Malabo, con viajes regulares a la Region Continental si es necesario
Reporta a: Especialista de Salud de UNICEF Guinea Ecuatorial
L'UNICEF a pris l'initiative de programmer l'adaptation au secteur de l'eau, de l'assainissement et de l'hygiène (EAH) d'un outil qui a déjà fait ses preuves dans le domaine de la santé : l'outil « Maturité de la chaîne logistique ». Cet instrument permet de diagnostiquer et d'évaluer les chaînes d'approvisionnement liées aux médicaments d'urgence, aux vaccins et aux compléments alimentaires. Il s'adresse principalement aux gouvernements et aux agences de développement en tant qu'outil stratégique et de programmation. Il a déjà été mis en oeuvre dans 35 pays, dont Madagascar en 2022-2023. Sa mise en oeuvre est soutenue par une plateforme en ligne qui sert de support à la diffusion des résultats et à la comparaison entre les pays. Cet objectif correspond à un appui à l’étape 6. Cette étude rentre en ligne avec le plan IMERP 2025 de la section WASH et a pour but de retracer tout le processus et la méthodologie de cette initiative d’adaptation de l’outil Maturity Model au secteur EAH. Cette étude permettra d’évaluer cette initiative et en souligner les défis et opportunités
Le consultant sera chargé de dérouler un programme de renforcement de capacités en finance publique sur les enfants aux parlementaires, élus locaux et acteurs ministériels pour faciliter la compréhension des données budgétaires dans les secteurs sociaux. Une attention particulière sera portée sur l’analyse des allocations budgétaires dédiées à l’enfance, afin d’identifier les écarts de financement et les opportunités d’investissement en faveur des enfants, en particulier ceux en situation de vulnérabilité. Dans un premier temps, ce programme sera destiné aux parlementaires avant de se poursuivre avec les élus locaux et les ministères sectoriels.
Ce programme vise à renforcer les fonctions de contrôle et de suivi du budget des différents acteurs notamment les parlementaires, les élus locaux et les acteurs ministériels, en les dotant de compétences nécessaires pour analyser les budgets sous l'angle des impacts sociaux. L’approche encouragera une lecture des budgets intégrant des indicateurs spécifiques aux enfants, permettant d’évaluer dans quelle mesure les investissements publics contribuent à la réalisation de leurs droits et à l’amélioration de leur bien-être. De plus, ce programme permettra d’améliorer la transparence, la redevabilité et la gouvernance financière en droite ligne avec les priorités nationales. Cela inclut le développement de mécanismes permettant de suivre et d’évaluer l’exécution budgétaire en faveur de l’enfance, garantissant ainsi une meilleure traçabilité et efficacité des dépenses publiques destinées aux enfants.
