Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Chief of the Investigations Unit, and based in Nairobi, the Investigation Manager carries out investigations into allegations of fraud, abuse of authority, mismanagement, harassment, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse and/or retaliatory actions in or affecting UNICEF, and makes recommendations for corrective action and improved controls. The incumbent also provides day-to-day management and technical oversight, including through matrix management arrangements, of specialist investigative capacity as assigned.
The purpose of this consultancy is to develop a comprehensive 2026–2030 Action Plan for the UNICEF China Country Office to implement the global Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy (DIPAS). The plan must align with the global vision of creating a barrier-free and inclusive world by 2030, the UNICEF China Country Programme Document (CPD) 2026–2030, and the EAP Regional Initial Action Plan.
The consultant will build upon the achievements and lessons learned from the previous UNICEF China CO’s DIP Strategic Plan 2023–2025, focusing on a twin-track approach (mainstreaming and targeted actions) to advance the rights of children with disabilities in China.
The UNICEF Angola Country Office is supporting the Ministry of Education (MED) to address a persistent learning crisis, characterized by a high proportion of children out of the school system, low foundational learning outcomes, high rates of overage learners, and persistent inequities in access to quality education. Many children progress through the system without acquiring basic literacy and numeracy skills, particularly those from the most disadvantaged backgrounds.
Given the scale, geographic spread, and operational complexity of these interventions, dedicated technical consultancy support is required to support effective coordination, monitoring, and implementation follow-up/ The consultant will support quality implementation of AIC, CFS, and the new Libraries without Walls component in Huila and Cunene provinces, including coordination with education authorities, monitoring, data management, and documentation of results and lessons learned.
Se requiere contar con uno o varios profesionales para brindar el servicio de diseño gráfico de acuerdo con los requerimientos del equipo de PFP de UNICEF Perú.
The purpose of this assignment is to support the effective dissemination and capitalization of knowledge, practices, and coordination models related to the protection of unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) in Italy, by designing and implementing creative, interactive and hybrid (online and in-person) workshops. Building on the mapping and analysis conducted by the Research Consultant (Juvenile Justice Expert), the consultant will ensure that key findings, good practices, and lessons learned are translated into structured and engaging, participatory learning experiences tailored to institutional audiences, including Prefecture staff, Juvenile Court professionals, and practitioners of the UASC reception system.
Benin is a middle-income country that faces many challenges in guaranteeing the rights of everychild. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), ithas significant disparities between urban and rural areas, and between girls and boys. Since 1977,UNICEF has been working closely with the government, civil society, technical and financialpartners, young people and communities to improve access to education, health services,protection, water, sanitation, nutrition and social policies for children.The 2024-2026 cooperation program pays particular attention to girls' education, protectionagainst violence, community health, and the fight against child labor. Present in the field throughits offices in Cotonou, Natitingou and Parakou, UNICEF is committed to working alongside themost vulnerable communities to guarantee concrete, lasting results.Social Policy is a standalone section.
Support UNICEF's global supply operations by providing technical support for education commodities, including product evaluation, procurement, supplier management, and quality assurance to ensure the timely and compliant delivery of supplies worldwide.
The role of the individual consultant aligns directly with the optimization of the PHC concept by ensuring vaccines are accessible at the community level, increasing coverage, and ensuring timely delivery of vaccines and other PHC commodities using the new initiatives such as DRIVE [Direct Delivery of Routine Immunization Vaccines and other PHC commodities for equity]. Their efforts in optimizing the cold chain and vaccine stock management system within PHC settings are crucial for maintaining vaccine potency, reducing wastage, and ensuring the efficacy of immunization supply chain activities. The consultant will also contribute to achieving broader health goals like universal health coverage (UHC) and the Immunization Agenda 2030 by supporting innovative supply chain technologies and the effective management of health commodities.
UNICEF is seeking an consultant to conduct a comprehensive Behavioral and Social Drivers (BeSD) assessment to identify the individual, interpersonal, community, institutional and policy-level factors influencing early learning, school readiness and girls’ education in South Sudan. The purpose of the study is to understand the influencing factors (barriers, biases, and enablers) related to girls’ education and early learning. The study will generate actionable quantitative and qualitative evidence to inform the development of a national Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Strategy and implementation framework aimed at increasing demand for Early Childhood Education (ECE), strengthening caregiver and community engagement, promoting positive gender and social norms that support girls’ education and early learning, and improving equitable access, participation, retention, and learning outcomes for all children in the targeted states.
This intervention, implemented by WFP and UNICEF, is an integrated Nutrition, Health, Education, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Livelihoods programme. The objective is to provide households with sustainable food security and livelihoods that enable them to produce, access and afford nutritious food. In addition, these interventions will help communities produce sufficient food to sell their surplus, and to add value and connect with higher value markets to boost household income and savings. This in turn will further improve their access to education, health, and WASH services.The candidate will be responsible for field level management and coordination of JRP activities across the four districts, including interface with communities, partners, and local authorities.
Under the guidance and general supervision of the Deputy Representative Level 4, the Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Education (or a sector of) programmes and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of education programmes/projects within the country programme. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of results on education programmes/projects to improve learning outcomes and equitable and inclusive education, especially for children who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society.
The Specialist supports the development and preparation of the GBV programme(s) and is responsible for the management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the GBV programmes/projects within the country programme.
On behalf of the UN Resident Coordinator and UNICEF as the Lead Participating UN Organization (PUNO), and in close
collaboration with the three other participating UN agencies, the consultant will lead the implementation of strategic
communications, visibility, knowledge management, documentation, and programme closure communication activities for the
Empowered Women Prosperous Nepal (EWPN) Joint Programme.
Reporting to the Gender Programme Specialist (Joint Programme Coordinator), the consultant will provide technical support
for planning, coordinating, producing, and disseminating high-quality communication products that document programme
achievements, amplify results, support donor visibility requirements, and strengthen knowledge sharing across participating
UN organizations, government counterparts, media partners, and other stakeholders.
The consultant will coordinate closely with communications focal points from all participating UN organizations, technical leads,
implementing partners, media production companies, the European Union (EU) and Government counterparts to ensure timely
delivery of communication products aligned with EWPN/UN branding and visibility standards.
Join UNICEF as a Programme Specialist (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support), P-3 in Suva, Fiji, and play a critical role in strengthening the mental health and wellbeing of children and adolescents across the Pacific. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to lead and coordinate multi-country MHPSS initiatives, work closely with governments,, civil society and faith based organizations to d drive practical solutions to address pressing challenges Ideal for a passionate professional with strong expertise in mental health, child protection, and capacity building, the role provides a unique platform to design and implement interventions, influence policy and systems strengthening, and promote cross-sectoral collaboration. Working within UNICEF’s Pacific Multi-Country Office, you will contribute to sustainable, evidence-based programmes while gaining valuable experience in a culturally rich and diverse island region.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Deputy Chief of Staff (DCoS), the Administrative Assistant supports a wide range of routine administrative and transactional tasks, along with certain specialized responsibilities across sections within OED. The role requires a solid understanding of UNICEF administrative procedures, processes, and policies.
UNICEF Division of Financial Management seeks for a Senior Budget associate to provide technical and operational support to the implementation and stabilization of the eZPLAN budget planning system and support the coordination, review, and analysis of UNICEF's budget planning and review processes.
This internship offers a valuable opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in communication and advocacy within the UN system.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide operational communication and visibility support to UNICEF Kazakhstan to mobilize private sector resources, strengthen corporate partnerships, and enhance visibility of fundraising initiatives, including UNICEF’s 80th Anniversary event series.
Join UNICEF and contribute to the development of innovative education programmes that improve learning outcomes and ensure inclusive and equitable quality education for all children. Under the guidance and general supervision of the Chief Education P4, the Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Education (or a sector of) programmes and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of education programmes/projects within the country programme. The Specialist contributes to achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.
UNICEF Somalia is seeking an Administrative Associate, GS-6, under a Temporary Appointment based in Mogadishu. The role will support asset management, facilities and premises operations, events coordination, staff telecommunications, transportation services, and routine administrative reporting. The position requires strong organizational skills, experience in administrative or operational support, and the ability to work effectively in a complex and fast-paced environment.
Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Chief of the Investigations Unit, and based in Nairobi, the Investigation Manager carries out investigations into allegations of fraud, abuse of authority, mismanagement, harassment, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse and/or retaliatory actions in or affecting UNICEF, and makes recommendations for corrective action and improved controls. The incumbent also provides day-to-day management and technical oversight, including through matrix management arrangements, of specialist investigative capacity as assigned.
The purpose of this consultancy is to develop a comprehensive 2026–2030 Action Plan for the UNICEF China Country Office to implement the global Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy (DIPAS). The plan must align with the global vision of creating a barrier-free and inclusive world by 2030, the UNICEF China Country Programme Document (CPD) 2026–2030, and the EAP Regional Initial Action Plan.
The consultant will build upon the achievements and lessons learned from the previous UNICEF China CO’s DIP Strategic Plan 2023–2025, focusing on a twin-track approach (mainstreaming and targeted actions) to advance the rights of children with disabilities in China.
The UNICEF Angola Country Office is supporting the Ministry of Education (MED) to address a persistent learning crisis, characterized by a high proportion of children out of the school system, low foundational learning outcomes, high rates of overage learners, and persistent inequities in access to quality education. Many children progress through the system without acquiring basic literacy and numeracy skills, particularly those from the most disadvantaged backgrounds.
Given the scale, geographic spread, and operational complexity of these interventions, dedicated technical consultancy support is required to support effective coordination, monitoring, and implementation follow-up/ The consultant will support quality implementation of AIC, CFS, and the new Libraries without Walls component in Huila and Cunene provinces, including coordination with education authorities, monitoring, data management, and documentation of results and lessons learned.
Se requiere contar con uno o varios profesionales para brindar el servicio de diseño gráfico de acuerdo con los requerimientos del equipo de PFP de UNICEF Perú.
The purpose of this assignment is to support the effective dissemination and capitalization of knowledge, practices, and coordination models related to the protection of unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) in Italy, by designing and implementing creative, interactive and hybrid (online and in-person) workshops. Building on the mapping and analysis conducted by the Research Consultant (Juvenile Justice Expert), the consultant will ensure that key findings, good practices, and lessons learned are translated into structured and engaging, participatory learning experiences tailored to institutional audiences, including Prefecture staff, Juvenile Court professionals, and practitioners of the UASC reception system.
Benin is a middle-income country that faces many challenges in guaranteeing the rights of everychild. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), ithas significant disparities between urban and rural areas, and between girls and boys. Since 1977,UNICEF has been working closely with the government, civil society, technical and financialpartners, young people and communities to improve access to education, health services,protection, water, sanitation, nutrition and social policies for children.The 2024-2026 cooperation program pays particular attention to girls' education, protectionagainst violence, community health, and the fight against child labor. Present in the field throughits offices in Cotonou, Natitingou and Parakou, UNICEF is committed to working alongside themost vulnerable communities to guarantee concrete, lasting results.Social Policy is a standalone section.
Support UNICEF's global supply operations by providing technical support for education commodities, including product evaluation, procurement, supplier management, and quality assurance to ensure the timely and compliant delivery of supplies worldwide.
The role of the individual consultant aligns directly with the optimization of the PHC concept by ensuring vaccines are accessible at the community level, increasing coverage, and ensuring timely delivery of vaccines and other PHC commodities using the new initiatives such as DRIVE [Direct Delivery of Routine Immunization Vaccines and other PHC commodities for equity]. Their efforts in optimizing the cold chain and vaccine stock management system within PHC settings are crucial for maintaining vaccine potency, reducing wastage, and ensuring the efficacy of immunization supply chain activities. The consultant will also contribute to achieving broader health goals like universal health coverage (UHC) and the Immunization Agenda 2030 by supporting innovative supply chain technologies and the effective management of health commodities.
UNICEF is seeking an consultant to conduct a comprehensive Behavioral and Social Drivers (BeSD) assessment to identify the individual, interpersonal, community, institutional and policy-level factors influencing early learning, school readiness and girls’ education in South Sudan. The purpose of the study is to understand the influencing factors (barriers, biases, and enablers) related to girls’ education and early learning. The study will generate actionable quantitative and qualitative evidence to inform the development of a national Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Strategy and implementation framework aimed at increasing demand for Early Childhood Education (ECE), strengthening caregiver and community engagement, promoting positive gender and social norms that support girls’ education and early learning, and improving equitable access, participation, retention, and learning outcomes for all children in the targeted states.
This intervention, implemented by WFP and UNICEF, is an integrated Nutrition, Health, Education, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Livelihoods programme. The objective is to provide households with sustainable food security and livelihoods that enable them to produce, access and afford nutritious food. In addition, these interventions will help communities produce sufficient food to sell their surplus, and to add value and connect with higher value markets to boost household income and savings. This in turn will further improve their access to education, health, and WASH services.The candidate will be responsible for field level management and coordination of JRP activities across the four districts, including interface with communities, partners, and local authorities.
Under the guidance and general supervision of the Deputy Representative Level 4, the Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Education (or a sector of) programmes and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of education programmes/projects within the country programme. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of results on education programmes/projects to improve learning outcomes and equitable and inclusive education, especially for children who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society.
The Specialist supports the development and preparation of the GBV programme(s) and is responsible for the management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the GBV programmes/projects within the country programme.
On behalf of the UN Resident Coordinator and UNICEF as the Lead Participating UN Organization (PUNO), and in close
collaboration with the three other participating UN agencies, the consultant will lead the implementation of strategic
communications, visibility, knowledge management, documentation, and programme closure communication activities for the
Empowered Women Prosperous Nepal (EWPN) Joint Programme.
Reporting to the Gender Programme Specialist (Joint Programme Coordinator), the consultant will provide technical support
for planning, coordinating, producing, and disseminating high-quality communication products that document programme
achievements, amplify results, support donor visibility requirements, and strengthen knowledge sharing across participating
UN organizations, government counterparts, media partners, and other stakeholders.
The consultant will coordinate closely with communications focal points from all participating UN organizations, technical leads,
implementing partners, media production companies, the European Union (EU) and Government counterparts to ensure timely
delivery of communication products aligned with EWPN/UN branding and visibility standards.
Join UNICEF as a Programme Specialist (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support), P-3 in Suva, Fiji, and play a critical role in strengthening the mental health and wellbeing of children and adolescents across the Pacific. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to lead and coordinate multi-country MHPSS initiatives, work closely with governments,, civil society and faith based organizations to d drive practical solutions to address pressing challenges Ideal for a passionate professional with strong expertise in mental health, child protection, and capacity building, the role provides a unique platform to design and implement interventions, influence policy and systems strengthening, and promote cross-sectoral collaboration. Working within UNICEF’s Pacific Multi-Country Office, you will contribute to sustainable, evidence-based programmes while gaining valuable experience in a culturally rich and diverse island region.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Deputy Chief of Staff (DCoS), the Administrative Assistant supports a wide range of routine administrative and transactional tasks, along with certain specialized responsibilities across sections within OED. The role requires a solid understanding of UNICEF administrative procedures, processes, and policies.
UNICEF Division of Financial Management seeks for a Senior Budget associate to provide technical and operational support to the implementation and stabilization of the eZPLAN budget planning system and support the coordination, review, and analysis of UNICEF's budget planning and review processes.
This internship offers a valuable opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in communication and advocacy within the UN system.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide operational communication and visibility support to UNICEF Kazakhstan to mobilize private sector resources, strengthen corporate partnerships, and enhance visibility of fundraising initiatives, including UNICEF’s 80th Anniversary event series.
Join UNICEF and contribute to the development of innovative education programmes that improve learning outcomes and ensure inclusive and equitable quality education for all children. Under the guidance and general supervision of the Chief Education P4, the Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Education (or a sector of) programmes and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of education programmes/projects within the country programme. The Specialist contributes to achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.
UNICEF Somalia is seeking an Administrative Associate, GS-6, under a Temporary Appointment based in Mogadishu. The role will support asset management, facilities and premises operations, events coordination, staff telecommunications, transportation services, and routine administrative reporting. The position requires strong organizational skills, experience in administrative or operational support, and the ability to work effectively in a complex and fast-paced environment.
Careers