UNICEF Sri Lanka and Maldives multi country office is searching for professionals to take up the role of Operations Manager based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. This is a national professional position and is part of the senior management of the office.
The consultant will support inclusive and evidence-based policy dialogue, facilitate communication among LEG members and GPE stakeholders, strengthen coordination mechanisms, and support the preparation, implementation, monitoring, and reporting processes associated with GPE grants in Angola.
The UNICEF Pacific Multi-Country Office is hiring an Evaluation Specialist (Multi-Country) based in Suva, Fiji at the P-4 level. The Evaluation Specialist (Multi-Country) will work closely with the Representatives of PMCO and Papua New Guinea and is responsible for thematic evaluations, evaluation of humanitarian action (for Level 1 emergencies) evaluability assessments, and other evaluative activities for which Country Offices are accountable. S/he works with the MCO in engaging competent evaluators who conduct their work in accordance with the norms and standards of the UNICEF evaluation policy.
UNICEF Haïti est à la recherche de deux stagiaires ayant un intérêt marqué pour le domaine de l’administration. Cette offre s’adresse aux jeunes universitaires ou récemment diplômés souhaitant acquérir une expérience pratique en gestion administrative, en développement de contenus et en visibilité des programmes, tout en contribuant à l’action humanitaire.
Les stagiaires rejoindront l’équipe Administration de l’UNICEF Haïti et collaboreront avec les équipes du bureau national ainsi qu’avec celles des bureaux de terrain du Sud et des Gonaïves. Prêt(e)s à mettre vos talents au service des enfants en Haïti ? Nous avons hâte de découvrir vos candidatures !
The Administrative & Finance Associate is responsible for implementing specialized administrative and financial processes requiring sound knowledge of UNICEF rules, procedures, systems and internal controls. The role provides quality assurance, budget and financial monitoring support, payment and invoice processing, office administration, contracting and vendor-related support, and contributes to the continuous improvement of office workflows and client-oriented operations services.
The purpose of this temporary consultancy is to provide technical assistance to UNICEF Algeria and the three partner ministries for the contextualization, training of trainers, supervised duplication, coaching, follow-up and capitalization of the ADOLECENT KIT approach, in reference to the Life Skills and Citizenship Education (LSCE) framework.
UNICEF is looking for a Social Policy Intern who will support the Social Policy Section’s work on social protection systems, with a particular focus on cash transfer programs addressing poverty, vulnerability, and shocks.
The intern will contribute to data collection, evidence generation, and analytical work related to design, implementation, and monitoring of cash-based social assistance programmes, including humanitarian cash transfers and Cash Plus interventions. The assignment will provide practical exposure to how UNICEF supports government-led cash transfer programmes through analysis, programme learning, and policy dialogue.
If you have the required profile, you are highly encouraged to apply. Taking up this assignment is motivating and rewarding.
The national consultant will provide technical support on gender-based violence in emergencies (GBViE) to support the delivery of programming and capacity building on GBViE in Tigray.
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Child Protection Specialist in Tigray, the UNICEF GBV consultant will lead efforts to strengthen the planning, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of GBV mitigation, prevention, and response across the humanitarian response throughout all programming stages in Tigray. This role will ensure synergy with existing GBV prevention initiatives including the joint programs promoting the abandonment of harmful practices and enhance case management services for child and adolescent survivors, fostering comprehensive and integrated protection outcomes. Given the conflict-affected context and prevailing uncertainties, the primary focus of the EC2R FCDO grant is on gender-based violence (GBV), serving as the sole dedicated funding source for GBV interventions in the Tigray region.
The consultant will support Beninshangul-Gumuz and Afar regions with training on GBViE.
UNICEF’s Global Digital Education Team is seeking a dynamic Evidence and Evaluation Specialist to help drive the rollout of UNICEF’s Digital Education & AI Strategy 2025–2030. In this role, you will support the coordination of the research and M&E across Cohort 1 countries of the Digital Education Strategy implementation, engage closely with UNICEF’s country offices and partners, provide expert technical advisory services, manage independent research contracts, turn KPIs and monitoring data into actionable insights, and coordinate multi-country evidence generation on cutting-edge digital education programming.
The consultant will work with the UNICEF Global Digital Education and Learning Innovation Hub Team, the Education Centre of Excellence, and UNICEF Country Offices to coordinate monitoring, evaluation, and research approaches to understand progress, performance, and emerging evidence on the implementation of a range of digital education activities, with a particular focus on the effect of these implementations on learning and skilling outcomes.
The successful candidate will be a part of UNICEF’s Global Digital Education and Learning Innovation team based in Finland. The consultant may work on site or in a hybrid modality and is expected to be available during the EET time zone.
Limited travel may be required in line with the 2026–2027 workplan. For such travel, the Consultant is not required to include an estimated duty-related travel budget in the all-inclusive fee. UNICEF will provide the duty travel budget when travel is approved and will reimburse actual costs incurred upon submission of receipts, in accordance with UNICEF policies and procedures.
UNICEF’s Global Digital Education Team is seeking a dynamic Research and M&E Coordinator to help drive the rollout of UNICEF’s Digital Education & AI Strategy 2025–2030. In this role, you will support the coordination of the research and M&E across Cohort 1 countries of the Digital Education Strategy implementation, engage closely with UNICEF’s country offices and partners, provide expert technical advisory services, manage independent research contracts, turn KPIs and monitoring data into actionable insights, and coordinate multi-country evidence generation on cutting-edge digital education programming.
The consultant will provide technical, operational, and administrative support to UNICEF Philippines' Climate, Environment and Resilience (CER) Section/Emergency Unit to strengthen humanitarian preparedness, capacity building, knowledge management, and emergency response support in line with UNICEF's Core Commitments for Children in Humanitarian Action (CCCs).
Technical support will include assistance in risk analysis, preparedness & response planning, Emergency Preparedness Platform (EPP) benchmark tracking, emergency documentation, standby partnership readiness, anticipatory action inputs, emergency reporting, & field assessment or coordination support.
Operational & administrative support will include inter-section coordination, follow-up on preparedness actions, simulation & training support, maintenance of action trackers, organization of meetings & workshops, consolidation of inputs, records management, preparation of materials, & logistical follow-up related to preparedness & response activities.
Given the Philippines' high exposure to natural hazards, climate-related risks, public health emergencies, & conflict-related displacement, UNICEF requires sustained support to ensure that preparedness & response systems remain functional, coordinated, measurable, & responsive to the needs of children & vulnerable populations.
The assignment will make a practical contribution to UNICEF Philippines' preparedness & response capacity through updated risk analysis & preparedness planning inputs, completed preparedness benchmarks, organized emergency documentation, timely emergency reports & briefing materials, documented training/simulation outputs, maintained action trackers, & field-level coordination or assessment support where required.
The purpose of this assignment is to implement a comprehensive training and mentorship programme for either English of German language teachers aiming to capacitate them to use the Akelius digital learning application in formal language classes and school language clubs.
UNICEF China is looking for qualified candidates for the position - Executive Specialist (P-3). This post is responsible for supporting the supervisor in implementing and following up on key strategic priorities; coordinating, managing, and planning activities in a systematic and organized manner; and lastly, managing an effective system for incoming information, including correspondence and decision memos.
Reporting to the Immunization Specialist and under the general overall guidance of the Chief of Health & Nutrition, the SBC Officer (P-2) TA is responsible for the design, management, monitoring and evaluation of evidence-based, inclusive and innovative SBC strategies in support of the country programme. By following the UNICEF SBC global programme and operational guidances, the role designs, plans and implements activities that are backed by social and behavioural evidence and strong engagement and participation mechanisms in both development and humanitarian contexts.
The Senior Programme Associate (G‑7) is embedded within the Child Protection Programme Section, reporting to the Section Chief. Positioned at the functional categories of technical, operational, and financial areas the incumbent partners closely with other teams/sections (Operations, Finance, Supply), as well as with external stakeholders (government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors), and CoE-based units to implement strategic priorities into concrete activities on the ground.
Education:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business.Qualified accountant (accredited membership of CA, CPA or equivalent) OR Currently completing professional accounting qualification plus recent experience with the functions in the JD is required Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility in the field of accounting, financial analysis and monitoring, or financial auditing, with a preference for not for profit sector experience.Experience in applying International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) is required Experience working with enterprise resource management (ERP) systems for financial processing and reporting. Experience with SAP ECC or S/4 HANA is an advantage.Advanced proficiency in Excel, data analytics, attention to detail, and ability to translate data into business language, interpret trends and identify risk areas are requiredKnowledge of the UN system and the humanitarian sector is an advantage.Language: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is considered an asset.
We are seeking an Education Specialist – Teacher Development and Workforce to support the management and implementation of the Teacher Development and Workforce portfolio within the Education Centre of Excellence. The role provides technical guidance, analytical support and coordination to strengthen teacher workforce systems, support programme delivery, and contribute to improved teaching and learning outcomes. The position engages with country offices and partners to support education system strengthening, including in fragile and crisis contexts, in line with UNICEF’s strategic priorities on equitable and high‑quality learning.
The Representative serves as the accredited representative of UNICEF in the country and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Government to develop the framework of cooperation in the country and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF Country Programme of Cooperation in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies.
The Deputy Representative reports to the CO Representative for general supervision and direction. The Deputy Representative serves as the principal adviser on the overall management of the CO, development of CO policies and strategies; and under delegated authority, for coordinating and managing all phases of the Country Office Programme, from formulation to delivery of results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics, and integrity.
The position aims to strengthen financial inclusion and livelihoods within UNICEF-supported social protection programmes to enhance women’s economic resilience, access to financial services, and sustainable wellbeing outcomes.
UNICEF Sri Lanka and Maldives multi country office is searching for professionals to take up the role of Operations Manager based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. This is a national professional position and is part of the senior management of the office.
The consultant will support inclusive and evidence-based policy dialogue, facilitate communication among LEG members and GPE stakeholders, strengthen coordination mechanisms, and support the preparation, implementation, monitoring, and reporting processes associated with GPE grants in Angola.
The UNICEF Pacific Multi-Country Office is hiring an Evaluation Specialist (Multi-Country) based in Suva, Fiji at the P-4 level. The Evaluation Specialist (Multi-Country) will work closely with the Representatives of PMCO and Papua New Guinea and is responsible for thematic evaluations, evaluation of humanitarian action (for Level 1 emergencies) evaluability assessments, and other evaluative activities for which Country Offices are accountable. S/he works with the MCO in engaging competent evaluators who conduct their work in accordance with the norms and standards of the UNICEF evaluation policy.
UNICEF Haïti est à la recherche de deux stagiaires ayant un intérêt marqué pour le domaine de l’administration. Cette offre s’adresse aux jeunes universitaires ou récemment diplômés souhaitant acquérir une expérience pratique en gestion administrative, en développement de contenus et en visibilité des programmes, tout en contribuant à l’action humanitaire.
Les stagiaires rejoindront l’équipe Administration de l’UNICEF Haïti et collaboreront avec les équipes du bureau national ainsi qu’avec celles des bureaux de terrain du Sud et des Gonaïves. Prêt(e)s à mettre vos talents au service des enfants en Haïti ? Nous avons hâte de découvrir vos candidatures !
The Administrative & Finance Associate is responsible for implementing specialized administrative and financial processes requiring sound knowledge of UNICEF rules, procedures, systems and internal controls. The role provides quality assurance, budget and financial monitoring support, payment and invoice processing, office administration, contracting and vendor-related support, and contributes to the continuous improvement of office workflows and client-oriented operations services.
The purpose of this temporary consultancy is to provide technical assistance to UNICEF Algeria and the three partner ministries for the contextualization, training of trainers, supervised duplication, coaching, follow-up and capitalization of the ADOLECENT KIT approach, in reference to the Life Skills and Citizenship Education (LSCE) framework.
UNICEF is looking for a Social Policy Intern who will support the Social Policy Section’s work on social protection systems, with a particular focus on cash transfer programs addressing poverty, vulnerability, and shocks.
The intern will contribute to data collection, evidence generation, and analytical work related to design, implementation, and monitoring of cash-based social assistance programmes, including humanitarian cash transfers and Cash Plus interventions. The assignment will provide practical exposure to how UNICEF supports government-led cash transfer programmes through analysis, programme learning, and policy dialogue.
If you have the required profile, you are highly encouraged to apply. Taking up this assignment is motivating and rewarding.
The national consultant will provide technical support on gender-based violence in emergencies (GBViE) to support the delivery of programming and capacity building on GBViE in Tigray.
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Child Protection Specialist in Tigray, the UNICEF GBV consultant will lead efforts to strengthen the planning, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of GBV mitigation, prevention, and response across the humanitarian response throughout all programming stages in Tigray. This role will ensure synergy with existing GBV prevention initiatives including the joint programs promoting the abandonment of harmful practices and enhance case management services for child and adolescent survivors, fostering comprehensive and integrated protection outcomes. Given the conflict-affected context and prevailing uncertainties, the primary focus of the EC2R FCDO grant is on gender-based violence (GBV), serving as the sole dedicated funding source for GBV interventions in the Tigray region.
The consultant will support Beninshangul-Gumuz and Afar regions with training on GBViE.
UNICEF’s Global Digital Education Team is seeking a dynamic Evidence and Evaluation Specialist to help drive the rollout of UNICEF’s Digital Education & AI Strategy 2025–2030. In this role, you will support the coordination of the research and M&E across Cohort 1 countries of the Digital Education Strategy implementation, engage closely with UNICEF’s country offices and partners, provide expert technical advisory services, manage independent research contracts, turn KPIs and monitoring data into actionable insights, and coordinate multi-country evidence generation on cutting-edge digital education programming.
The consultant will work with the UNICEF Global Digital Education and Learning Innovation Hub Team, the Education Centre of Excellence, and UNICEF Country Offices to coordinate monitoring, evaluation, and research approaches to understand progress, performance, and emerging evidence on the implementation of a range of digital education activities, with a particular focus on the effect of these implementations on learning and skilling outcomes.
The successful candidate will be a part of UNICEF’s Global Digital Education and Learning Innovation team based in Finland. The consultant may work on site or in a hybrid modality and is expected to be available during the EET time zone.
Limited travel may be required in line with the 2026–2027 workplan. For such travel, the Consultant is not required to include an estimated duty-related travel budget in the all-inclusive fee. UNICEF will provide the duty travel budget when travel is approved and will reimburse actual costs incurred upon submission of receipts, in accordance with UNICEF policies and procedures.
UNICEF’s Global Digital Education Team is seeking a dynamic Research and M&E Coordinator to help drive the rollout of UNICEF’s Digital Education & AI Strategy 2025–2030. In this role, you will support the coordination of the research and M&E across Cohort 1 countries of the Digital Education Strategy implementation, engage closely with UNICEF’s country offices and partners, provide expert technical advisory services, manage independent research contracts, turn KPIs and monitoring data into actionable insights, and coordinate multi-country evidence generation on cutting-edge digital education programming.
The consultant will provide technical, operational, and administrative support to UNICEF Philippines' Climate, Environment and Resilience (CER) Section/Emergency Unit to strengthen humanitarian preparedness, capacity building, knowledge management, and emergency response support in line with UNICEF's Core Commitments for Children in Humanitarian Action (CCCs).
Technical support will include assistance in risk analysis, preparedness & response planning, Emergency Preparedness Platform (EPP) benchmark tracking, emergency documentation, standby partnership readiness, anticipatory action inputs, emergency reporting, & field assessment or coordination support.
Operational & administrative support will include inter-section coordination, follow-up on preparedness actions, simulation & training support, maintenance of action trackers, organization of meetings & workshops, consolidation of inputs, records management, preparation of materials, & logistical follow-up related to preparedness & response activities.
Given the Philippines' high exposure to natural hazards, climate-related risks, public health emergencies, & conflict-related displacement, UNICEF requires sustained support to ensure that preparedness & response systems remain functional, coordinated, measurable, & responsive to the needs of children & vulnerable populations.
The assignment will make a practical contribution to UNICEF Philippines' preparedness & response capacity through updated risk analysis & preparedness planning inputs, completed preparedness benchmarks, organized emergency documentation, timely emergency reports & briefing materials, documented training/simulation outputs, maintained action trackers, & field-level coordination or assessment support where required.
The purpose of this assignment is to implement a comprehensive training and mentorship programme for either English of German language teachers aiming to capacitate them to use the Akelius digital learning application in formal language classes and school language clubs.
UNICEF China is looking for qualified candidates for the position - Executive Specialist (P-3). This post is responsible for supporting the supervisor in implementing and following up on key strategic priorities; coordinating, managing, and planning activities in a systematic and organized manner; and lastly, managing an effective system for incoming information, including correspondence and decision memos.
Reporting to the Immunization Specialist and under the general overall guidance of the Chief of Health & Nutrition, the SBC Officer (P-2) TA is responsible for the design, management, monitoring and evaluation of evidence-based, inclusive and innovative SBC strategies in support of the country programme. By following the UNICEF SBC global programme and operational guidances, the role designs, plans and implements activities that are backed by social and behavioural evidence and strong engagement and participation mechanisms in both development and humanitarian contexts.
The Senior Programme Associate (G‑7) is embedded within the Child Protection Programme Section, reporting to the Section Chief. Positioned at the functional categories of technical, operational, and financial areas the incumbent partners closely with other teams/sections (Operations, Finance, Supply), as well as with external stakeholders (government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors), and CoE-based units to implement strategic priorities into concrete activities on the ground.
Education:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business.Qualified accountant (accredited membership of CA, CPA or equivalent) OR Currently completing professional accounting qualification plus recent experience with the functions in the JD is required Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility in the field of accounting, financial analysis and monitoring, or financial auditing, with a preference for not for profit sector experience.Experience in applying International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) is required Experience working with enterprise resource management (ERP) systems for financial processing and reporting. Experience with SAP ECC or S/4 HANA is an advantage.Advanced proficiency in Excel, data analytics, attention to detail, and ability to translate data into business language, interpret trends and identify risk areas are requiredKnowledge of the UN system and the humanitarian sector is an advantage.Language: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is considered an asset.
We are seeking an Education Specialist – Teacher Development and Workforce to support the management and implementation of the Teacher Development and Workforce portfolio within the Education Centre of Excellence. The role provides technical guidance, analytical support and coordination to strengthen teacher workforce systems, support programme delivery, and contribute to improved teaching and learning outcomes. The position engages with country offices and partners to support education system strengthening, including in fragile and crisis contexts, in line with UNICEF’s strategic priorities on equitable and high‑quality learning.
The Representative serves as the accredited representative of UNICEF in the country and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Government to develop the framework of cooperation in the country and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF Country Programme of Cooperation in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies.
The Deputy Representative reports to the CO Representative for general supervision and direction. The Deputy Representative serves as the principal adviser on the overall management of the CO, development of CO policies and strategies; and under delegated authority, for coordinating and managing all phases of the Country Office Programme, from formulation to delivery of results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics, and integrity.
The position aims to strengthen financial inclusion and livelihoods within UNICEF-supported social protection programmes to enhance women’s economic resilience, access to financial services, and sustainable wellbeing outcomes.
Careers