The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors.
UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations.
This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors.
UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations.
This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Zimbabwe Country Office offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic People & Culture team and play a strategic role in shaping an inclusive, high-performing workforce. In this role, you will oversee the full employee lifecycle, providing timely, client-focused HR advisory services and ensuring fair, policy-compliant solutions.You will lead key people initiatives—including recruitment, performance management, and staff development—while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through coaching, learning initiatives, and data-driven insights, you will strengthen workforce capacity and contribute to organizational effectiveness.
Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Representative, the Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of education programmes/projects. This includes strategic planning and formulation, as well as delivery of results on strengthening national education systems to improve learning outcomes, access to quality, equitable and inclusive pre-primary, primary secondary education and TVET, especially for children and young people who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society. Incumbent leads a group of professional and support staff to develop and manage the education programme in the country.The Chief is responsible for establishing the plans of action and overseeing work progress to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable programme/project results,
UNICEF Ukraine continues to document the impact of the war on children and families while implementing communication, advocacy, fundraising and social and behaviour change campaigns across multiple sectors. Strategic engagement of influencers, celebrities and opinion leaders is essential to amplify UNICEF's messages, expand public outreach, strengthen advocacy efforts and increase support for children's rights.
UNICEF Ukraine continues to document the impact of the war on children and families while implementing communication, advocacy, fundraising and social and behaviour change campaigns across multiple sectors. Strategic engagement of influencers, celebrities and opinion leaders is essential to amplify UNICEF's messages, expand public outreach, strengthen advocacy efforts and increase support for children's rights.
Join UNICEF Ukraine to support evidence-based social and behaviour change initiatives that improve the lives of children and families. The role focuses on research, community engagement, partnerships, and programme implementation across areas such as early childhood development, parenting, disability inclusion, mental health, and emergency response. Candidates should have relevant experience in SBC, communications, social development, or related fields, and be fluent in English and Ukrainian.
Under the supervision and strategic direction of the Social Policy Manager / Deputy Team Lead, the Social Policy Specialist serves as Technical Lead of the Social Recovery Office.The incumbent provides technical leadership, coordination and quality assurance for reform support activities implemented under SPIRIT. The position supports scoping and strategic direction of technical assistance in accordance with evolving government reform priorities, evidence generation, policy analysis and reform implementation; coordinates technical experts and institutional contractors; manages the substantive aspects of technical contracts and deliverables; and supports internal and external communication related to the Social Recovery Office's reform support portfolio.The incumbent advises the Social Policy Manager / Deputy Team Lead on technical matters, emerging policy reforms, evidence and implementation challenges and deputises during periods of absence on technical and operational coordination matters within delegated authority.
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
Join UNICEF as the Programme Officer (Climate Change and Emergency). You will contribute to the promotion of children’s rights in Armenia by designing, implementing, monitoring and coordinating evidence-based and sustainable climate, disaster risk reduction and emergency programmes in Armenia. You will provide technical guidance and strategic support to strengthen climate resilience, reduce risks to children and communities, enhance emergency preparedness and response, and promote child-sensitive approaches in climate change and disaster risk reduction policies and programmes. Working under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative, you will collaborate closely with relevant sectoral and cross-sectoral colleagues, government counterparts and other partners.
UNICEF DRC is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as a Contracts Officer (NO-B) on a Temporary Appointment (364 days).Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children? If so, we encourage you to apply and become part of an organization that is working every day to protect children's rights and help them reach their full potential.Apply now and be part of something bigger.
UNICEF Croatia CO is looking for a National Coordinator (NOC) to support UNICEF’s country-level engagement within the EU HIC MCO. The Coordinator will provide national technical advice, coordination and contextual analysis for assigned country-level priorities, supporting UNICEF’s strategic cooperation agenda through technical inputs to policy dialogue, evidence-based advocacy, child rights monitoring, partnership follow-up, public finance engagement, knowledge generation, and coordination of UNICEF-supported catalytic initiatives and technical assistance.
Under the supervision of the Communication Specialist (NOC), the Communication Officer provides professional and technical communication support for private sector engagement, fundraising communication, donor stewardship, youth engagement and digital communication initiatives that contribute to the achievement of UNICEF Montenegro's programme, advocacy and resource mobilization objectives. The incumbent contributes to the planning, coordination and implementation of communication activities that strengthen partnerships with the private sector, enhance donor visibility and recognition, support fundraising and supporter engagement, promote meaningful youth participation through the UNICEF Young Reporters initiative, and ensure consistent application of UNICEF communication standards, brand guidelines and partnership requirements.
Social and Behaviour Change in UNICEF is a cross-cutting programme strategy that addresses the cognitive, social and structural determinants of social change in both development and humanitarian contexts. SBC uses the latest in social and behavioral sciences to understand people, their beliefs, values, and the socio-cultural norms that shape their lives, with the aim of engaging them and increasing their influence in the design of solutions for sustainable behavior and social change. SBC is at the core of UNICEF’s mandate, with corporate results across sectors revolving around social and behavioral practices like immunization, breastfeeding, hygiene, and positive discipline.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action.
UNICEF Bulgaria CO is looking for a National Coordinator (NOC) to support UNICEF’s country-level engagement within the EU HIC MCO. The Coordinator will provide national technical advice, coordination and contextual analysis for assigned country-level priorities, supporting UNICEF’s strategic cooperation agenda through technical inputs to policy dialogue, evidence-based advocacy, child rights monitoring, partnership follow-up, public finance engagement, knowledge generation, and coordination of UNICEF-supported catalytic initiatives and technical assistance.
The Project Management Consultant will support UNICEF in the effective day-to-day coordination and operational management of the program and will serve as the main operational focal point for the CRC teams, providing initial Training of Trainers (ToT), continuous technical support and troubleshooting, coordinating implementation and communication with the CRCs, supporting online trainings and school visits, coordinating the dispatch and delivery of menstrual hygiene products at schools and liaising with the donor, and monitoring progress and documentation throughout the assignment.
Bangladesh continues to face challenges in ensuring learning and skills development opportunities for out-of-school adolescents, particularly in marginalized and vulnerable communities. To address this challenge, Alternative Learning Opportunities (ALO) interventions are being implemented through the Bureau of Non-Formal Education (BNFE) with technical support from UNICEF. These interventions are designed to provide adolescents and youth with flexible learning pathways, literacy, life skills, and employability skills that facilitate their transition to further education, training, and decent work opportunities.
UNICEF requires three (03) Monitoring Assistants to provide technical and operational support to BNFE district teams in planning, monitoring, coordination, documentation, data management and reporting related to ALO implementation. The consultants will strengthen field-level monitoring systems and facilitate evidence-based decision-making for improved programme performance.
The Monitoring Assistants will be based at the BNFE Head Office and will work closely with district and central level BNFE authorities, implementing institutions, training centres, and UNICEF.
The role of the post is to strengthen quality assurance capability within GSSC by conducting risk‑based assurance and by analyzing control, process, data and service signals to support clear assurance judgments and practical recommendations. The role goes beyond routine testing by identifying patterns, distinguishing isolated issues from systemic risks, and supporting management decision‑making through concise, evidence‑based assurance conclusions.
We are looking for two interns to join our team at UNICEF’s Office of Innovation in Stockholm!
This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an international and innovative environment, contribute to meaningful work, and collaborate with colleagues from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds.
If you are curious, motivated, and eager to learn while contributing your own ideas and perspectives, we would love to hear from you.
Under the guidance of the Chief of Advocacy and Communication/Officer in Charge, and the Nutrition Manager, the consultant will help maximize the gains achieved from nutrition advocacy and communication and strengthen follow-on action from UNICEF Philippines' nutrition priorities from 1 December 2026 to 30 November 2027. The consultancy will support the Nutrition team and the Advocacy and Communication Section to implement, monitor and update the nutrition advocacy and communication plan, including the Child Nutrition Fund (CNF) country communications plan, and to produce timely advocacy, media, digital and donor-facing materials.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors.
UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations.
This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors.
UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations.
This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Zimbabwe Country Office offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic People & Culture team and play a strategic role in shaping an inclusive, high-performing workforce. In this role, you will oversee the full employee lifecycle, providing timely, client-focused HR advisory services and ensuring fair, policy-compliant solutions.You will lead key people initiatives—including recruitment, performance management, and staff development—while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through coaching, learning initiatives, and data-driven insights, you will strengthen workforce capacity and contribute to organizational effectiveness.
Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Representative, the Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of education programmes/projects. This includes strategic planning and formulation, as well as delivery of results on strengthening national education systems to improve learning outcomes, access to quality, equitable and inclusive pre-primary, primary secondary education and TVET, especially for children and young people who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society. Incumbent leads a group of professional and support staff to develop and manage the education programme in the country.The Chief is responsible for establishing the plans of action and overseeing work progress to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable programme/project results,
UNICEF Ukraine continues to document the impact of the war on children and families while implementing communication, advocacy, fundraising and social and behaviour change campaigns across multiple sectors. Strategic engagement of influencers, celebrities and opinion leaders is essential to amplify UNICEF's messages, expand public outreach, strengthen advocacy efforts and increase support for children's rights.
UNICEF Ukraine continues to document the impact of the war on children and families while implementing communication, advocacy, fundraising and social and behaviour change campaigns across multiple sectors. Strategic engagement of influencers, celebrities and opinion leaders is essential to amplify UNICEF's messages, expand public outreach, strengthen advocacy efforts and increase support for children's rights.
Join UNICEF Ukraine to support evidence-based social and behaviour change initiatives that improve the lives of children and families. The role focuses on research, community engagement, partnerships, and programme implementation across areas such as early childhood development, parenting, disability inclusion, mental health, and emergency response. Candidates should have relevant experience in SBC, communications, social development, or related fields, and be fluent in English and Ukrainian.
Under the supervision and strategic direction of the Social Policy Manager / Deputy Team Lead, the Social Policy Specialist serves as Technical Lead of the Social Recovery Office.The incumbent provides technical leadership, coordination and quality assurance for reform support activities implemented under SPIRIT. The position supports scoping and strategic direction of technical assistance in accordance with evolving government reform priorities, evidence generation, policy analysis and reform implementation; coordinates technical experts and institutional contractors; manages the substantive aspects of technical contracts and deliverables; and supports internal and external communication related to the Social Recovery Office's reform support portfolio.The incumbent advises the Social Policy Manager / Deputy Team Lead on technical matters, emerging policy reforms, evidence and implementation challenges and deputises during periods of absence on technical and operational coordination matters within delegated authority.
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
Join UNICEF as the Programme Officer (Climate Change and Emergency). You will contribute to the promotion of children’s rights in Armenia by designing, implementing, monitoring and coordinating evidence-based and sustainable climate, disaster risk reduction and emergency programmes in Armenia. You will provide technical guidance and strategic support to strengthen climate resilience, reduce risks to children and communities, enhance emergency preparedness and response, and promote child-sensitive approaches in climate change and disaster risk reduction policies and programmes. Working under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative, you will collaborate closely with relevant sectoral and cross-sectoral colleagues, government counterparts and other partners.
UNICEF DRC is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as a Contracts Officer (NO-B) on a Temporary Appointment (364 days).Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children? If so, we encourage you to apply and become part of an organization that is working every day to protect children's rights and help them reach their full potential.Apply now and be part of something bigger.
UNICEF Croatia CO is looking for a National Coordinator (NOC) to support UNICEF’s country-level engagement within the EU HIC MCO. The Coordinator will provide national technical advice, coordination and contextual analysis for assigned country-level priorities, supporting UNICEF’s strategic cooperation agenda through technical inputs to policy dialogue, evidence-based advocacy, child rights monitoring, partnership follow-up, public finance engagement, knowledge generation, and coordination of UNICEF-supported catalytic initiatives and technical assistance.
Under the supervision of the Communication Specialist (NOC), the Communication Officer provides professional and technical communication support for private sector engagement, fundraising communication, donor stewardship, youth engagement and digital communication initiatives that contribute to the achievement of UNICEF Montenegro's programme, advocacy and resource mobilization objectives. The incumbent contributes to the planning, coordination and implementation of communication activities that strengthen partnerships with the private sector, enhance donor visibility and recognition, support fundraising and supporter engagement, promote meaningful youth participation through the UNICEF Young Reporters initiative, and ensure consistent application of UNICEF communication standards, brand guidelines and partnership requirements.
Social and Behaviour Change in UNICEF is a cross-cutting programme strategy that addresses the cognitive, social and structural determinants of social change in both development and humanitarian contexts. SBC uses the latest in social and behavioral sciences to understand people, their beliefs, values, and the socio-cultural norms that shape their lives, with the aim of engaging them and increasing their influence in the design of solutions for sustainable behavior and social change. SBC is at the core of UNICEF’s mandate, with corporate results across sectors revolving around social and behavioral practices like immunization, breastfeeding, hygiene, and positive discipline.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action.
UNICEF Bulgaria CO is looking for a National Coordinator (NOC) to support UNICEF’s country-level engagement within the EU HIC MCO. The Coordinator will provide national technical advice, coordination and contextual analysis for assigned country-level priorities, supporting UNICEF’s strategic cooperation agenda through technical inputs to policy dialogue, evidence-based advocacy, child rights monitoring, partnership follow-up, public finance engagement, knowledge generation, and coordination of UNICEF-supported catalytic initiatives and technical assistance.
The Project Management Consultant will support UNICEF in the effective day-to-day coordination and operational management of the program and will serve as the main operational focal point for the CRC teams, providing initial Training of Trainers (ToT), continuous technical support and troubleshooting, coordinating implementation and communication with the CRCs, supporting online trainings and school visits, coordinating the dispatch and delivery of menstrual hygiene products at schools and liaising with the donor, and monitoring progress and documentation throughout the assignment.
Bangladesh continues to face challenges in ensuring learning and skills development opportunities for out-of-school adolescents, particularly in marginalized and vulnerable communities. To address this challenge, Alternative Learning Opportunities (ALO) interventions are being implemented through the Bureau of Non-Formal Education (BNFE) with technical support from UNICEF. These interventions are designed to provide adolescents and youth with flexible learning pathways, literacy, life skills, and employability skills that facilitate their transition to further education, training, and decent work opportunities.
UNICEF requires three (03) Monitoring Assistants to provide technical and operational support to BNFE district teams in planning, monitoring, coordination, documentation, data management and reporting related to ALO implementation. The consultants will strengthen field-level monitoring systems and facilitate evidence-based decision-making for improved programme performance.
The Monitoring Assistants will be based at the BNFE Head Office and will work closely with district and central level BNFE authorities, implementing institutions, training centres, and UNICEF.
The role of the post is to strengthen quality assurance capability within GSSC by conducting risk‑based assurance and by analyzing control, process, data and service signals to support clear assurance judgments and practical recommendations. The role goes beyond routine testing by identifying patterns, distinguishing isolated issues from systemic risks, and supporting management decision‑making through concise, evidence‑based assurance conclusions.
We are looking for two interns to join our team at UNICEF’s Office of Innovation in Stockholm!
This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an international and innovative environment, contribute to meaningful work, and collaborate with colleagues from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds.
If you are curious, motivated, and eager to learn while contributing your own ideas and perspectives, we would love to hear from you.
Under the guidance of the Chief of Advocacy and Communication/Officer in Charge, and the Nutrition Manager, the consultant will help maximize the gains achieved from nutrition advocacy and communication and strengthen follow-on action from UNICEF Philippines' nutrition priorities from 1 December 2026 to 30 November 2027. The consultancy will support the Nutrition team and the Advocacy and Communication Section to implement, monitor and update the nutrition advocacy and communication plan, including the Child Nutrition Fund (CNF) country communications plan, and to produce timely advocacy, media, digital and donor-facing materials.
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