Pakistan, as a State Party to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening national and sub-national child protection systems to uphold the rights of all children. Following the recent review, the Government of Pakistan has received the Concluding Observations (2026) from the Committee on the Rights of the Child, which provide a comprehensive set of recommendations to address persistent child rights challenges, including violence against children, child labour, child marriage, birth registration, justice for children, and alternative care. These observations present an important opportunity to translate international commitments into actionable and context-specific policy and programmatic responses, supported by coordinated advocacy and increased public investment in child protection systems.
The purpose of this assignment is to undertake data landscape diagnostic analysis that will provide UNICEF Bhubaneswar Field Office with a clear understanding of the development landscape in the state. The data analyst will work closely with the sector specialists to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for effective UNICEF data investments to bridge the data gap in assessing outcomes for children in the context of the SDGs and UNICEF programme outcomes, keeping in view the data demand and supply-side story for the coming 3-5 years. The consultant will support UNICEF’s program as well as the nodal departments with strong recommendations to improve the use of existing MIS data and the monitoring system to assess the situation pertaining to children, the state SDG indicator framework and building the capacity of the UNICEF field office and the nodal departments to analyze, synthesize, and process information to drive better results for children.
Under the supervision of UNICEF Oman and in close collaboration with the MoSD, the consultant will provide technical assistance for the design and development of a Portage-based home visiting programme for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and conduct ToT.
UNICEF Generation Unlimited (GenU) is a global partnership that helps young people gain skills and access livelihood opportunities, with a focus on girls and young women.
The Girls’ Education and Skills Partnership (GESP) supports 1 million young women through market-relevant skills training and learning-to-earning pathways. The GESP Playbook Development Consultant will develop an interactive, web-based Playbook that captures GESP’s lessons, tools, and best practices to support future girl-centred programmes.
The Programme Assistant (G5) is positioned in the Programme Section, reporting directly to the Chief of Field Office. This position carries cross-sectoral functions of programme planning and operations, ensuring seamless coordination between technical teams, operations units, and external partners/service providers. Depending on programme priorities, the Incumbent may be positioned in sector-specific teams (e.g., Health, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, WASH) or in crosscutting initiatives (e.g., equity, emergency response).
Benin is a lower-middle-income country that faces multiple challenges in ensuring the rights of every child. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), it experiences significant disparities between urban and rural areas, as well as between girls and boys. Since 1977, UNICEF has been working closely with the Government, civil society, development partners, young people, and communities to improve access to education, healthcare, child protection, water, sanitation, nutrition, and social policies that benefit children.The 2024-2026 Country Programme places particular emphasis on girls’ education, protection against violence, community health, and the fight against child labour. Through its offices in Cotonou, Natitingou, and Parakou, UNICEF works alongside the most vulnerable communities to deliver tangible and sustainable results for children.UNICEF Benin is seeking a Programme Associate to help make a lasting difference in the lives of children in Benin.
Support the effective management of UNICEF PFP's financing mechanisms through financial transaction processing, monitoring, reporting and treasury coordination. This role offers an opportunity to work across global stakeholders, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance and accountability while contributing to strategic resource management. Join a dynamic finance team dedicated to advancing UNICEF's mission through sound financial stewardship.
UNICEF Ethiopia is looking for a seasoned professional who will be responsible for providing technical support to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all stages of disability inclusion programing and related advocacy from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results.This includes programmes aimed at improving:a) public policies to increase disability inclusion; b) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of disability inclusive public investments; c) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation of persons with disabilities; and d) the quality, equity and coverage of disability-inclusive social services. If you have the required profile, you are highly encouraged to apply. Taking up this assignment is motivating and rewarding.
The Senior Programme Associate (G‑7) is embedded within the Programme Section, reporting to Chief of field Office, the Section Chief or a Principal Programme Specialist/Manager. Positioned at the functional categories of technical, operational, and financial areas the incumbent partners closely with other teams/sections (Program, Operations, Finance, Supply), as well as with external stakeholders (government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors), and HQ-based units to implement strategic priorities into concrete activities on the ground. Depending on programme needs of the hiring office, the role may span sectoral portfolios (e.g., WASH, Nutrition, Education) or cross‑cutting themes (e.g., emergency preparedness).
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Janakpur Field Office the Senior Programme Associate supports leading and coordinating programme support functions across the project cycle, specializing in planning, budgeting, CSO partnership management, monitoring, reporting, and closing‑out financial commitments. The role ensures that programme activities are technically robust, financially sound, and fully compliant with UNICEF policies and donor agreement. The incumbent of this position contributes to informed decisions by presenting synthesized data, flagging risks, and recommending corrective measures, to achieve results aligning with programme goals. The role ensures quality programme financial management, compliance with UNICEF policies, effective utilization of resources, and coordination with government and implementing partners. Janakpur field office engaged with Province, local government to provide technical and financial support in program implementation, capacity building and system strengthening and government and managed different sector program management and partnership (Heath, Nutrition, WASH, Child protection, SPG, Education, Planning/DRR, SBC etc.)
Under the direct supervision of the UNICEF Education Specialist and in close collaboration with the Republican In-Service Teacher Training Institute (RITTI), the Republican Teacher Methodological Centre (RTMC), the MoES department responsible for higher and pedagogical education, focal points from each pilot university, the international TA Group, and UNICEF technical staff, the National Consultant will lead the day-to-day coordination of the implementation and restructuring of Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) between RITTI and RTMC and of related pre-service teacher education activities under Subcomponent 2.2. The role is coordination-focused: the Consultant does not produce subject-matter content directly, but ensures that activities planned by the international TA Group, national experts, RITTI, RTMC, and pilot universities are aligned, sequenced, qualityassured, and implemented as planned.
As the Adolescent Health Specialist, you will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise in advancing adolescent health and well-being as a core component of UNICEF’s global health agenda.You will lead efforts to strengthen systems for adolescent-responsive health services and to promote integrated, life-course approaches that address adolescents’ unique needs. This includes advancing multisectoral programming across health, nutrition, education, protection, and WASH, with a focus on sexual and reproductive health, mental health, substance use prevention, early interventions to reduce non-communicable disease risks, and HIV prevention.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Education in developing child friendly, a realistic and costed National Action Plan for the expansion of pre-primary education in Eritrea, based on the needs assessments and implementation plans submitted by all Zobas.
The consultancy will also support the development of a Multisectoral Early Childhood Development (ECD) Coordination Framework that defines institutional arrangements, roles and responsibilities, governance structures, and coordination mechanisms among key sectors and stakeholders involved in supporting young children's development.
Through a consultative process, the consultant will consolidate Zoba-level requirements, estimate resource and financing needs, identify implementation priorities, and propose practical coordination arrangements to support effective delivery of integrated ECD services.
The main purpose of this consultancy is to work with international consultant in the review of the relevant documents from Khmer to English and English to Khmer related to performance informed budgeting and also development of the cost efficiency review framework in line with the final phase of Public Financial Management Reform Programme 2023-2027 (PFMRP Phase 4) and national budget system reform strategy 2025-2028.
Reporting to the Deputy Representative Operations, you will lead UNICEF's end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring the timely, efficient and accountable delivery of goods, services and construction works that enable programme results for children.You will oversee supply planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, inventory management, logistics, and distribution in line with UNICEF policies and ethical standards. You will manage and develop the supply team, foster strong internal and external collaboration, and provide strategic technical support to governments to strengthen national supply chain systems. You will also drive innovation, promote local market development, and enhance supply chain performance to improve efficiency and value for money. In emergencies, you will lead logistics preparedness and response by developing operational strategies, coordinating with key partners, and ensuring business continuity. Your leadership will strengthen operational resilience, mitigate supply chain risks, and directly contribute to achieving impactful and sustainable results for children.
The Social Assistance Family Package (SAFP) is designed to uplift poor and vulnerable households by enhancing human capital and building long-term resilience. Administered by the National Social Assistance Fund (NSAF) in coordination with key ministries and sub-national administrations, the SAFP consolidates multiple targeted cash transfer schemes—including support for pregnant women, young children, the elderly, persons with disabilities, school children, and individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Following its official launch in April 2024.
The National Consultant will support GS-NSPC, NSAF and relevant government stakeholders to review and update the draft operational manual, referral pathways, implementation procedures, and related tools based on technical consultations and stakeholder feedback. The consultant will facilitate consultations with key ministries, sub-national administrations, service providers, and development partners to ensure that the pilot design and operational arrangements are practical and coordinated which will contribute to the outcome of the programme, and align with the objectives of Cambodia’s National Social Protection Policy Framework (2024–2035)
The Office of Strategy and Evidence (OSE), under the leadership of the Chief Data Officer, is implementing a portfolio of data governance initiatives designed to operationalize UNICEF's Data Governance Framework and accelerate data maturity across the organization. To support the delivery, operationalization and socialization of these initiatives, UNICEF seeks an experienced consultant with strong knowledge of data governance, technical expertise in data management, and experience in organizational change in international and multilateral environments. The consultancy is remote / home-based. The team is in Florence, Italy and the consultant is expected to be available CET working hours.
The Deputy Regional Director (DRD) will be part of the regional leadership team. The successful candidate will be one of the two Deputy Regional Directors to support the Regional Director in the management of the Regional Office, ensuring coordination and synergy across multiple functional areas to consolidate a range of integrated and multi-sectoral approaches in support of the Regional Agenda for Children and the UNICEF Strategic Plan (2026-2029). This will be achieved in close collaboration with the twenty-four country offices, headquarter divisions and with a wide range of programmatic and cross sectoral practice areas in the Centres of Excellence (CoEs).
The Deputy Regional Director, working in close collaboration with country senior management, is accountable for ensuring that each of the 24 Country Offices is optimally guided and connected to the right competencies, as well as supported through integrated, differentiated and multi-country delivery mechanisms that enable Country Offices to achieve sustainable results at scale. Accountability for programme delivery and country results remains with Country Representatives.
The Evaluation Consultant will support UNICEF ECARO, Country Offices, and government counterparts in assessing the feasibility, designing, managing, and implementing experimental and quasi-experimental evaluations of government interventions. The consultant will strengthen national evaluation capacity on counterfactual evaluation methodologies and provide technical guidance to Country Offices and government counterparts in the design and implementation of high-quality, robust strategic evaluations using quantitative methods.
The consultancy will be carried out within the framework of the Education that Protects against Violence strategy (www.unicef.org/brazil/educacao-que-protege). Since 2019, UNICEF has been developing and sharing methodologies on the role of the school community in preventing and responding to violence, while supporting governments in the development of policies and the strengthening of services so that education becomes a protective factor against violence.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work for the Domestication of the National Guidelines for the Facilitation of Re-entry of Pregnant and Married Adolescent Girls into Schools in Kwara State 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.
Pakistan, as a State Party to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening national and sub-national child protection systems to uphold the rights of all children. Following the recent review, the Government of Pakistan has received the Concluding Observations (2026) from the Committee on the Rights of the Child, which provide a comprehensive set of recommendations to address persistent child rights challenges, including violence against children, child labour, child marriage, birth registration, justice for children, and alternative care. These observations present an important opportunity to translate international commitments into actionable and context-specific policy and programmatic responses, supported by coordinated advocacy and increased public investment in child protection systems.
The purpose of this assignment is to undertake data landscape diagnostic analysis that will provide UNICEF Bhubaneswar Field Office with a clear understanding of the development landscape in the state. The data analyst will work closely with the sector specialists to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for effective UNICEF data investments to bridge the data gap in assessing outcomes for children in the context of the SDGs and UNICEF programme outcomes, keeping in view the data demand and supply-side story for the coming 3-5 years. The consultant will support UNICEF’s program as well as the nodal departments with strong recommendations to improve the use of existing MIS data and the monitoring system to assess the situation pertaining to children, the state SDG indicator framework and building the capacity of the UNICEF field office and the nodal departments to analyze, synthesize, and process information to drive better results for children.
Under the supervision of UNICEF Oman and in close collaboration with the MoSD, the consultant will provide technical assistance for the design and development of a Portage-based home visiting programme for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and conduct ToT.
UNICEF Generation Unlimited (GenU) is a global partnership that helps young people gain skills and access livelihood opportunities, with a focus on girls and young women.
The Girls’ Education and Skills Partnership (GESP) supports 1 million young women through market-relevant skills training and learning-to-earning pathways. The GESP Playbook Development Consultant will develop an interactive, web-based Playbook that captures GESP’s lessons, tools, and best practices to support future girl-centred programmes.
The Programme Assistant (G5) is positioned in the Programme Section, reporting directly to the Chief of Field Office. This position carries cross-sectoral functions of programme planning and operations, ensuring seamless coordination between technical teams, operations units, and external partners/service providers. Depending on programme priorities, the Incumbent may be positioned in sector-specific teams (e.g., Health, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, WASH) or in crosscutting initiatives (e.g., equity, emergency response).
Benin is a lower-middle-income country that faces multiple challenges in ensuring the rights of every child. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), it experiences significant disparities between urban and rural areas, as well as between girls and boys. Since 1977, UNICEF has been working closely with the Government, civil society, development partners, young people, and communities to improve access to education, healthcare, child protection, water, sanitation, nutrition, and social policies that benefit children.The 2024-2026 Country Programme places particular emphasis on girls’ education, protection against violence, community health, and the fight against child labour. Through its offices in Cotonou, Natitingou, and Parakou, UNICEF works alongside the most vulnerable communities to deliver tangible and sustainable results for children.UNICEF Benin is seeking a Programme Associate to help make a lasting difference in the lives of children in Benin.
Support the effective management of UNICEF PFP's financing mechanisms through financial transaction processing, monitoring, reporting and treasury coordination. This role offers an opportunity to work across global stakeholders, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance and accountability while contributing to strategic resource management. Join a dynamic finance team dedicated to advancing UNICEF's mission through sound financial stewardship.
UNICEF Ethiopia is looking for a seasoned professional who will be responsible for providing technical support to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all stages of disability inclusion programing and related advocacy from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results.This includes programmes aimed at improving:a) public policies to increase disability inclusion; b) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of disability inclusive public investments; c) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation of persons with disabilities; and d) the quality, equity and coverage of disability-inclusive social services. If you have the required profile, you are highly encouraged to apply. Taking up this assignment is motivating and rewarding.
The Senior Programme Associate (G‑7) is embedded within the Programme Section, reporting to Chief of field Office, the Section Chief or a Principal Programme Specialist/Manager. Positioned at the functional categories of technical, operational, and financial areas the incumbent partners closely with other teams/sections (Program, Operations, Finance, Supply), as well as with external stakeholders (government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors), and HQ-based units to implement strategic priorities into concrete activities on the ground. Depending on programme needs of the hiring office, the role may span sectoral portfolios (e.g., WASH, Nutrition, Education) or cross‑cutting themes (e.g., emergency preparedness).
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Janakpur Field Office the Senior Programme Associate supports leading and coordinating programme support functions across the project cycle, specializing in planning, budgeting, CSO partnership management, monitoring, reporting, and closing‑out financial commitments. The role ensures that programme activities are technically robust, financially sound, and fully compliant with UNICEF policies and donor agreement. The incumbent of this position contributes to informed decisions by presenting synthesized data, flagging risks, and recommending corrective measures, to achieve results aligning with programme goals. The role ensures quality programme financial management, compliance with UNICEF policies, effective utilization of resources, and coordination with government and implementing partners. Janakpur field office engaged with Province, local government to provide technical and financial support in program implementation, capacity building and system strengthening and government and managed different sector program management and partnership (Heath, Nutrition, WASH, Child protection, SPG, Education, Planning/DRR, SBC etc.)
Under the direct supervision of the UNICEF Education Specialist and in close collaboration with the Republican In-Service Teacher Training Institute (RITTI), the Republican Teacher Methodological Centre (RTMC), the MoES department responsible for higher and pedagogical education, focal points from each pilot university, the international TA Group, and UNICEF technical staff, the National Consultant will lead the day-to-day coordination of the implementation and restructuring of Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) between RITTI and RTMC and of related pre-service teacher education activities under Subcomponent 2.2. The role is coordination-focused: the Consultant does not produce subject-matter content directly, but ensures that activities planned by the international TA Group, national experts, RITTI, RTMC, and pilot universities are aligned, sequenced, qualityassured, and implemented as planned.
As the Adolescent Health Specialist, you will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise in advancing adolescent health and well-being as a core component of UNICEF’s global health agenda.You will lead efforts to strengthen systems for adolescent-responsive health services and to promote integrated, life-course approaches that address adolescents’ unique needs. This includes advancing multisectoral programming across health, nutrition, education, protection, and WASH, with a focus on sexual and reproductive health, mental health, substance use prevention, early interventions to reduce non-communicable disease risks, and HIV prevention.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Education in developing child friendly, a realistic and costed National Action Plan for the expansion of pre-primary education in Eritrea, based on the needs assessments and implementation plans submitted by all Zobas.
The consultancy will also support the development of a Multisectoral Early Childhood Development (ECD) Coordination Framework that defines institutional arrangements, roles and responsibilities, governance structures, and coordination mechanisms among key sectors and stakeholders involved in supporting young children's development.
Through a consultative process, the consultant will consolidate Zoba-level requirements, estimate resource and financing needs, identify implementation priorities, and propose practical coordination arrangements to support effective delivery of integrated ECD services.
The main purpose of this consultancy is to work with international consultant in the review of the relevant documents from Khmer to English and English to Khmer related to performance informed budgeting and also development of the cost efficiency review framework in line with the final phase of Public Financial Management Reform Programme 2023-2027 (PFMRP Phase 4) and national budget system reform strategy 2025-2028.
Reporting to the Deputy Representative Operations, you will lead UNICEF's end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring the timely, efficient and accountable delivery of goods, services and construction works that enable programme results for children.You will oversee supply planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, inventory management, logistics, and distribution in line with UNICEF policies and ethical standards. You will manage and develop the supply team, foster strong internal and external collaboration, and provide strategic technical support to governments to strengthen national supply chain systems. You will also drive innovation, promote local market development, and enhance supply chain performance to improve efficiency and value for money. In emergencies, you will lead logistics preparedness and response by developing operational strategies, coordinating with key partners, and ensuring business continuity. Your leadership will strengthen operational resilience, mitigate supply chain risks, and directly contribute to achieving impactful and sustainable results for children.
The Social Assistance Family Package (SAFP) is designed to uplift poor and vulnerable households by enhancing human capital and building long-term resilience. Administered by the National Social Assistance Fund (NSAF) in coordination with key ministries and sub-national administrations, the SAFP consolidates multiple targeted cash transfer schemes—including support for pregnant women, young children, the elderly, persons with disabilities, school children, and individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Following its official launch in April 2024.
The National Consultant will support GS-NSPC, NSAF and relevant government stakeholders to review and update the draft operational manual, referral pathways, implementation procedures, and related tools based on technical consultations and stakeholder feedback. The consultant will facilitate consultations with key ministries, sub-national administrations, service providers, and development partners to ensure that the pilot design and operational arrangements are practical and coordinated which will contribute to the outcome of the programme, and align with the objectives of Cambodia’s National Social Protection Policy Framework (2024–2035)
The Office of Strategy and Evidence (OSE), under the leadership of the Chief Data Officer, is implementing a portfolio of data governance initiatives designed to operationalize UNICEF's Data Governance Framework and accelerate data maturity across the organization. To support the delivery, operationalization and socialization of these initiatives, UNICEF seeks an experienced consultant with strong knowledge of data governance, technical expertise in data management, and experience in organizational change in international and multilateral environments. The consultancy is remote / home-based. The team is in Florence, Italy and the consultant is expected to be available CET working hours.
The Deputy Regional Director (DRD) will be part of the regional leadership team. The successful candidate will be one of the two Deputy Regional Directors to support the Regional Director in the management of the Regional Office, ensuring coordination and synergy across multiple functional areas to consolidate a range of integrated and multi-sectoral approaches in support of the Regional Agenda for Children and the UNICEF Strategic Plan (2026-2029). This will be achieved in close collaboration with the twenty-four country offices, headquarter divisions and with a wide range of programmatic and cross sectoral practice areas in the Centres of Excellence (CoEs).
The Deputy Regional Director, working in close collaboration with country senior management, is accountable for ensuring that each of the 24 Country Offices is optimally guided and connected to the right competencies, as well as supported through integrated, differentiated and multi-country delivery mechanisms that enable Country Offices to achieve sustainable results at scale. Accountability for programme delivery and country results remains with Country Representatives.
The Evaluation Consultant will support UNICEF ECARO, Country Offices, and government counterparts in assessing the feasibility, designing, managing, and implementing experimental and quasi-experimental evaluations of government interventions. The consultant will strengthen national evaluation capacity on counterfactual evaluation methodologies and provide technical guidance to Country Offices and government counterparts in the design and implementation of high-quality, robust strategic evaluations using quantitative methods.
The consultancy will be carried out within the framework of the Education that Protects against Violence strategy (www.unicef.org/brazil/educacao-que-protege). Since 2019, UNICEF has been developing and sharing methodologies on the role of the school community in preventing and responding to violence, while supporting governments in the development of policies and the strengthening of services so that education becomes a protective factor against violence.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work for the Domestication of the National Guidelines for the Facilitation of Re-entry of Pregnant and Married Adolescent Girls into Schools in Kwara State 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.
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