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.
The Social & Economic Policy (SEP) unit at UNICEF Innocenti - Global Office of Research and Foresight is establishing a Roster of Consultants with pre-qualified candidates who can be contracted quickly to provide a range of research services. These may include quantitative or qualitative data collection activities, data analysis (quantitative and/or qualitative), literature reviews, writing research outputs such as reports, briefs or academic articles, amongst others.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide engineering services for the design, implementation, supervision, training, and monitoring of ongoing and planned infrastructure rehabilitation projects. These include the rehabilitation of water access systems (such as pipelines, pumping stations, and water treatment plants) the construction of small-scale water access points, and the rehabilitation of healthcare facilities and schools.
The primary objective of these interventions is to ensure access to basic Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) service levels in accordance with the Joint Monitoring Programme (JMP) standards, while promoting climate resilience and ensuring the safety and dignity of all users and workers.
The consultant will play a key role in strengthening the inclusion of children's rights in international climate governance by building capacity among regional negotiators and UNICEF staff, developing strategic reports and policy documents, and advocating for the integration of child resilience and protection into national climate policies.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a consultant to develop the ABEP investment cases 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.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a consultant as a nutrition reports writer/ Copy editor 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.
The primary objective of this KAP study is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the key factors influencing breastfeeding practices in Suriname. The insights generated will serve as a critical evidence base to inform a more targeted and context-specific response. The findings will enable UNICEF to support the Ministry of Health in developing national policy, designing evidence-based programs and interventions that promote, protect, and support breastfeeding, and enhancing advocacy and public awareness efforts. Ultimately, the study aims to contribute to improved breastfeeding rates and better health and development outcomes for infants and young children in Suriname.
The Individual Consultant is expected to carry out this assignment on a home-based basis.
Under the overall guidance of the UNICEF office in Armenia and the direct supervision of UNICEF Education Specialist, the Consultant (Statistician) will be responsible for quality and timely implementation of the following activities in close cooperation with MoESCS National Analysis Team, OECD experts and other education stakeholders:
1. Run statistical analysis and produce statistical outputs (e.g. figures and tables).
2. Support knowledge mobilization and disseminating the PISA results: help organize seminars, conferences and workshops in collaboration with the MoESCS National Analysis Team.
UNICEF Thailand Country Office is seeking a qualified professional to support the following assignments: (1) To provide technical support and quality assurance for the Pilot, including the systematic documentation of lessons learned and their comparison with relevant international evidence. (2) Develop an evidence-based policy brief that draws on data and lessons from the Equity-Based Budgeting Pilot to: (i) present costed option(s) for scaling a revised funding formula to small schools; and (ii) offer broader strategic recommendations on the overall adequacy and effectiveness of school-based financing (beyond small schools) on educational equity in Thailand.
We are looking for passionate, experienced professional ready to take action. If you're committed to protecting children's rights and delivering life-saving support where it’s needed most, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
Apply now and be part of a team working on the frontlines of one of the most critical humanitarian responses of our time.
The objective of this consultancy is to support the government of Egypt in drafting the National Social Protection Strategic Framework (NSPF). The Egypt Vision 2030 is to be considered the overarching national strategy. This Social Protection Strategic Framework is designed to operationalize the vision’s social protection outcomes. The framework and action document should offer strategic direction, be action-oriented, and be considered a living document—updated periodically to reflect national priorities.
The Consultant on Girls Vision for the Future – Cameroon Girls Movement will support the UNICEF Cameroon office by making girls ‘voices heard. The consultant will support in the preparation of the National and Regional Summit, ensure all logistics and administrative assets, while in parallel, contribute to the Girls' Movement's success until October 2025.
Along with the DOers and THINKers team, the consultant is expected to facilitate and accompany the success of the Girls Movement from June to December 2025. He/she will be held accountable for the success of the activities in a synchronized way in all 10 Regions. The consultant will ensure that the Girls' agenda in Cameroon is effectively represented at regional and global levels, aligning it with national priorities, the context of the country, and actions of the Country office.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
Under the supervision of the Chief of Child Protection, the Consultant will support the Child Protection programme of UNICEF Sri Lanka Country Office in providing high-level technical expertise to the Government of Sri Lanka in developing family-based care options under the alternative care policy framework, developing responses to most prominent drivers of institutionalization and provide support for enhancing family strengthening methodologies and services. The consultant will be particularly instrumental in conducting feasibility analyses for the establishment of foster care in Sri Lanka and supporting various provinces in identifying family-type care options
Under the supervision of the Chief of Child Protection, the Consultant will provide support to the Child Protection programme in the UNICEF Sri Lanka Country Office to strengthen the child rights monitoring bodies in Sri Lanka. The consultant will work with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka – Child Rights Unit (HRCSL) and the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) – two entities with child rights monitoring functions. The overarching purpose of the consultancy is to work with the UNICEF team and relevant partners on principles, guidelines and practical operational procedures, enabling (a) the Child Rights Unit of HRCSL to monitor children’s rights within the mandate of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka Act No. 21 of 1996 and (b) the NCPA to carry out its primary mandate of monitoring Violence against Children in a coordinated manner.
UNICEF Jamaica is seeking an experienced international consultant with a solid background in child protection and case management systems to conduct a comprehensive Case Management Quality review and analysis of the Jamaica Child Protection system using the global Quality Assurance Methodology and Framework (QAF).
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.
With over 35 active donors, including two international financial institutions, the office produces more than 250 donor reports and updates annually, each requiring significant donor visibility and acknowledgment, the Communication and Advocacy section at UNICEF Afghanistan is seeking an experienced communication professional to produce donor visibility content and compile donor visibility inputs for the regular donor reports produced by the Resource Mobilization team.
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.
Under the direct supervision of Operations Officer, undertakes operations management support services in a sub-country office, the incumbent assists in ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations support services, providing guidance to administrative staff as well and supporting staff in office operations assignments. Ensures the office’s operations and services are in compliance with the organization's policies, procedures, rules and regulations. The duty station for this post is Gedaref.
UNICEF Czech Republic Refugee Response Office (RRO) is looking for 2 qualified Legal Experts to formulate and develop technical inputs for the initial draft of legislation, focusing on the objectives, scope, and key provisions for child protection and family support, ensuring alignment with international standards and best practices.
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.
The Social & Economic Policy (SEP) unit at UNICEF Innocenti - Global Office of Research and Foresight is establishing a Roster of Consultants with pre-qualified candidates who can be contracted quickly to provide a range of research services. These may include quantitative or qualitative data collection activities, data analysis (quantitative and/or qualitative), literature reviews, writing research outputs such as reports, briefs or academic articles, amongst others.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide engineering services for the design, implementation, supervision, training, and monitoring of ongoing and planned infrastructure rehabilitation projects. These include the rehabilitation of water access systems (such as pipelines, pumping stations, and water treatment plants) the construction of small-scale water access points, and the rehabilitation of healthcare facilities and schools.
The primary objective of these interventions is to ensure access to basic Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) service levels in accordance with the Joint Monitoring Programme (JMP) standards, while promoting climate resilience and ensuring the safety and dignity of all users and workers.
The consultant will play a key role in strengthening the inclusion of children's rights in international climate governance by building capacity among regional negotiators and UNICEF staff, developing strategic reports and policy documents, and advocating for the integration of child resilience and protection into national climate policies.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a consultant to develop the ABEP investment cases 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.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a consultant as a nutrition reports writer/ Copy editor 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.
The primary objective of this KAP study is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the key factors influencing breastfeeding practices in Suriname. The insights generated will serve as a critical evidence base to inform a more targeted and context-specific response. The findings will enable UNICEF to support the Ministry of Health in developing national policy, designing evidence-based programs and interventions that promote, protect, and support breastfeeding, and enhancing advocacy and public awareness efforts. Ultimately, the study aims to contribute to improved breastfeeding rates and better health and development outcomes for infants and young children in Suriname.
The Individual Consultant is expected to carry out this assignment on a home-based basis.
Under the overall guidance of the UNICEF office in Armenia and the direct supervision of UNICEF Education Specialist, the Consultant (Statistician) will be responsible for quality and timely implementation of the following activities in close cooperation with MoESCS National Analysis Team, OECD experts and other education stakeholders:
1. Run statistical analysis and produce statistical outputs (e.g. figures and tables).
2. Support knowledge mobilization and disseminating the PISA results: help organize seminars, conferences and workshops in collaboration with the MoESCS National Analysis Team.
UNICEF Thailand Country Office is seeking a qualified professional to support the following assignments: (1) To provide technical support and quality assurance for the Pilot, including the systematic documentation of lessons learned and their comparison with relevant international evidence. (2) Develop an evidence-based policy brief that draws on data and lessons from the Equity-Based Budgeting Pilot to: (i) present costed option(s) for scaling a revised funding formula to small schools; and (ii) offer broader strategic recommendations on the overall adequacy and effectiveness of school-based financing (beyond small schools) on educational equity in Thailand.
We are looking for passionate, experienced professional ready to take action. If you're committed to protecting children's rights and delivering life-saving support where it’s needed most, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
Apply now and be part of a team working on the frontlines of one of the most critical humanitarian responses of our time.
The objective of this consultancy is to support the government of Egypt in drafting the National Social Protection Strategic Framework (NSPF). The Egypt Vision 2030 is to be considered the overarching national strategy. This Social Protection Strategic Framework is designed to operationalize the vision’s social protection outcomes. The framework and action document should offer strategic direction, be action-oriented, and be considered a living document—updated periodically to reflect national priorities.
The Consultant on Girls Vision for the Future – Cameroon Girls Movement will support the UNICEF Cameroon office by making girls ‘voices heard. The consultant will support in the preparation of the National and Regional Summit, ensure all logistics and administrative assets, while in parallel, contribute to the Girls' Movement's success until October 2025.
Along with the DOers and THINKers team, the consultant is expected to facilitate and accompany the success of the Girls Movement from June to December 2025. He/she will be held accountable for the success of the activities in a synchronized way in all 10 Regions. The consultant will ensure that the Girls' agenda in Cameroon is effectively represented at regional and global levels, aligning it with national priorities, the context of the country, and actions of the Country office.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
Under the supervision of the Chief of Child Protection, the Consultant will support the Child Protection programme of UNICEF Sri Lanka Country Office in providing high-level technical expertise to the Government of Sri Lanka in developing family-based care options under the alternative care policy framework, developing responses to most prominent drivers of institutionalization and provide support for enhancing family strengthening methodologies and services. The consultant will be particularly instrumental in conducting feasibility analyses for the establishment of foster care in Sri Lanka and supporting various provinces in identifying family-type care options
Under the supervision of the Chief of Child Protection, the Consultant will provide support to the Child Protection programme in the UNICEF Sri Lanka Country Office to strengthen the child rights monitoring bodies in Sri Lanka. The consultant will work with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka – Child Rights Unit (HRCSL) and the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) – two entities with child rights monitoring functions. The overarching purpose of the consultancy is to work with the UNICEF team and relevant partners on principles, guidelines and practical operational procedures, enabling (a) the Child Rights Unit of HRCSL to monitor children’s rights within the mandate of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka Act No. 21 of 1996 and (b) the NCPA to carry out its primary mandate of monitoring Violence against Children in a coordinated manner.
UNICEF Jamaica is seeking an experienced international consultant with a solid background in child protection and case management systems to conduct a comprehensive Case Management Quality review and analysis of the Jamaica Child Protection system using the global Quality Assurance Methodology and Framework (QAF).
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.
With over 35 active donors, including two international financial institutions, the office produces more than 250 donor reports and updates annually, each requiring significant donor visibility and acknowledgment, the Communication and Advocacy section at UNICEF Afghanistan is seeking an experienced communication professional to produce donor visibility content and compile donor visibility inputs for the regular donor reports produced by the Resource Mobilization team.
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.
Under the direct supervision of Operations Officer, undertakes operations management support services in a sub-country office, the incumbent assists in ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations support services, providing guidance to administrative staff as well and supporting staff in office operations assignments. Ensures the office’s operations and services are in compliance with the organization's policies, procedures, rules and regulations. The duty station for this post is Gedaref.
UNICEF Czech Republic Refugee Response Office (RRO) is looking for 2 qualified Legal Experts to formulate and develop technical inputs for the initial draft of legislation, focusing on the objectives, scope, and key provisions for child protection and family support, ensuring alignment with international standards and best practices.
