UNICEF, jointly with UN agencies and relevant national partners, is implementing several initiatives with a focus on social and behaviour change. The interventions cover such areas as WASH in schools and inclusive education.
Planned interventions include development and implementation of evidence-based Social and Behaviour Change Communication solutions that include production of visuals, PSAs, mini-series, and others. All communication products need to be produced in close collaboration with relevant partners and pre-tested with engagement of target audience.
For the implementation of the above activities, UNICEF is seeking the services of a local consultant to support timely production and dissemination of communication products, including but not limited to liaison with national partners and subject experts, coordinating the collaboration with relevant stakeholders, external vendors, and to perform a quality control and overall coordination of envisaged communication solutions.
By being the Chief Social Policy you will report to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. You will be responsible for leading, managing and supervising all stages of Economic and Social Policy programming 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 reduce monetary and multidimensional child poverty; (b) inclusive, shock-responsive social protection systems and programmes; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments, domestic financing and financial management; (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services, and (e) livelihoods and economic opportunities as per new UNICEF Strategic Plan. This encompasses both direct programme work with government (central and at subnational levels), international financial institutions, development partners, and civil society partners, as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, nutrition, child protection, and water and sanitation.
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture., coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.
The Project Management Unit’s Information Management Officer (Beneficiary Data) will be based in Kabul and report directly to the Programme Specialist (Beneficiary Data). The incumbent will support the Team in delivering effective and secure beneficiary data management services.The position will contribute to the implementation of Humanitarian Cash Transfer and Incentive Payment projects through partner capacity-building, beneficiary data processing and management, and the administration of relevant information systems. The Information Management Officer will work closely with the PMU and Programme Sections across the Afghanistan Country Office and, where required, coordinate with ACO Field Offices and other relevant stakeholders.
The purpose of this assignment is to generate timely and robust evidence on the efficiency, effectiveness, equity, and adequacy of health spending in Malawi over the last five fiscal years (2021/22–2025/26). The analysis will assess programme prioritization within District Implementation Plans (DIPs), examine resource allocation and expenditure performance across key programme areas including PHC, SRMNCAH, HIV, immunization, and medicines financing, and identify opportunities to improve budget credibility, expenditure efficiency, and financial sustainability.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, 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. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias, or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic, and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education, and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. Therefore, the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
The Job Profile for the Senior Finance Associate at the G-7 level based in New Delhi, India UNICEF country office. The incumbent of the post reports to Finance Specialist and perform specific accounting functions related to Private Sector Fund Raising in India Country Office with a strong focus on financial management, systems strengthening, compliance, and operational efficiency, while supporting the application of UNICEF's 3Cs (Convene, Converge, and Catalyze) for Every Child approach.
The purpose of this consultancy is to deliver analytical, policy, knowledge and technical products on gender-responsive social protection and care and support systems, in support of the Inclusive Social Protection thematic area of the Economic and Social Policy Global Practice (ESP GP) and in collaboration with UNICEF Innocenti – Global Office of Research and Foresight.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of an education consultant for the Development of Safe Schools Guide and IEC Materials for Learners and Teachers 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’s Evaluation Office is launching a 2026–2029 global evaluation to strengthen child protection systems and identify high-impact investments for reducing violence against women and children. This initiative requires a Thematic Lead on Violence Against Children to drive strategic analysis across two critical workstreams.
The Programme Associate (PA) at the G-6 level will operate within a pooled function consisting of two PAs who report to the Quality Assurance Specialist. The role provides support across all Programme Sections, with responsibilities and workload distributed through matrix management accordingly.The position serves as a key link in operational delivery, requiring regular coordination and collaboration with multiple units, including Programme, Operations, Finance, and Supply. It also involves engagement with external partners, particularly in relation to HACT support.
The Deputy Representative supports the Representative on the overall management of the CO and for coordinating closely with the different programme sections on 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 consultancy will provide specialized, time-bound technical expertise to sustain the quality, continuity, and performance of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) and the Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) in Helmand Province, a high-priority and high-risk province for polio transmission. The assignment is designed to address critical technical and operational priorities during a temporary programme capacity gap and is not intended to replace a staff position or perform routine administrative functions. The consultant will provide advanced technical support to strengthen evidence-based planning, implementation, monitoring, and quality improvement of routine immunization and supplementary immunization activities (SIAs). This includes analysing immunization and surveillance data using DHIS2, EPI dashboards, Excel, and other programme monitoring tools to identify immunity gaps, monitor programme performance, prioritize high-risk populations, and support timely corrective actions. The consultant will also strengthen integrated immunization services by providing technical guidance on microplanning, supportive supervision, vaccine and cold chain management, surveillance, outbreak preparedness and response, and strategies to identify and reach zero-dose and under-immunized children. The consultancy will further support effective coordination among the Provincial EPI Management Team (PEMT), BPHS and non-BPHS implementing partners, provincial and district health authorities, and other stakeholders to improve programme quality, strengthen accountability, enhance community engagement and demand generation for immunization, and build the technical capacity of frontline health workers through mentoring and on-the-job support. By providing this specialized technical expertise, the consultancy will help maintain uninterrupted implementation of UNICEF supported immunization activities, improve vaccination coverage and equity, and accelerate progress.
The Chief, Admin and Finance reports to the Deputy Representative, Operations (DRO) for general direction and guidance. The Chief is responsible for providing support to the DRO in managing monitoring and overseeing the full range of financial and administrative services in support of program and operational activities (i.e. financial planning, disbursements of funds and payments, treasury and accounting, financial analysis and reporting of resources, transport. travel and premises management, protocol administration), ensuring compliance of all financial and administrative operations with organizational plans, policies, procedures, guidelines, standards of performance, ethics and integrity.As the manager and functional expert of financial and administrative management services ln a large country office with thirteen field offices, the incumbent is accountable for provision of managerial leadership and policy guidance for achievement of effective service management and staff capacity development. Ensures management of staff for cost effective, quality and efficient administrative and financial operations in support of office operations and the country programmes.The Chief, Admin and Finance, when supervising support staff, will be responsible for planning and guiding work in progress and for reviewing work completed by subordinate staff to verify accuracy and compliance with Internal Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), UNICEF Financial Regulations and Rules, policies, procedures, guidelines, standards of accountability and ethics.The role focuses on upstream engagement through systems strengthening, strategic partnerships, governance, and advancing UNICEF's 3Cs for Every Child approach—Convene, Converge, and Catalyze—to achieve sustainable improvements in administrative and financial management outcomes at scale.
The purpose of this consultancy is to generate reliable, disaggregated and integrated education evidence by analysing administrative and household survey datasets and transforming the findings into analytical reports, knowledge products and interactive dashboards that strengthen evidence-based planning, budgeting, monitoring and policy dialogue at national and state levels. The outputs developed under this consultancy will support UNICEF's national and state offices and will be shared with national and state government counterparts to strengthen data-informed planning, implementation and decision-making.
Adolescence is a critical period of development during which mental health challenges can have lasting impacts. In Bhutan, mental health concerns among children, adolescents, young people, and women are increasing, with anxiety and depression accounting for more than 55% of reported cases, followed by alcohol -related mental and behavioral disorders. In response, WHO and UNICEF launched the Helping Adolescents Thrive (HAT) Initiative, including evidence -based guidelines, an implementation toolkit, a teacher’ s Guide, and a Comic Book to promote adolescent mental health and socio -emotional learning. To pilot the initiative in Bhutan, UNICEF partnered with the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MOESD) and the PEMA Secretariat in 2025, implementing the adapted HAT toolkit in 24 schools over six months through school counsellors in 12 schools and mentor -mentee programmes in the remaining 12 schools.
The pilot implementation of the HAT initiative demonstrated positive outcomes in strengthening adolescents’ social -emotional skills, with participants showing improved emotional awareness and a greater willingness to seek support from peers, counsellors, and wellbeing focal persons. Teachers observed that students felt more comfortable discussing their challenges, while parents and caregivers reported being better equipped to understand and support their children after participating in the programme. A major factor contributing to the pilot’s success was the adaptation of the resources to the Bhutanese context, particularly the comic book Magnificent Meto and Friends , whose relatable characters and storylines resonated strongly with adolescents. Due to high demand, including among older adolescents aged 15 –19 years,
UNICEF China is looking for a season Education officer at NO-1 level to support the implementation of the work plan 2026-27 and provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for Digital Education projects.
The Caribbean is highly vulnerable to natural disasters and climate-related hazards that can disrupt education, damage school infrastructure, and affect learning continuity. To address these risks, CDEMA, with support from UNICEF, developed the online Safe Schools: Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience course to strengthen school safety and disaster preparedness among education professionals.
Building on the success of the online course, this initiative aims to develop a competency-based, face-to-face training programme that emphasizes practical skills, peer learning, and school-level action planning. The resulting training package will serve as a standardized regional resource that can be adapted and delivered by Ministries of Education and other institutions to strengthen the resilience and preparedness of education systems across the Caribbean.
Assistance at the municipal and state levels across Brazil. The initiative will result in technical guidelines for the elaboration of contingency plans that can be tailored to the specific territorial risk profiles of different states and municipalities.
The Muskoka Funds Initiative, a collaboration between UNICEF, UNFPA, UN Women, and WHO, has improved maternal and child health in six West and Central African countries since 2010, helping reduce maternal, neonatal, and under-five mortality while reaching tens of millions of women, children, and youth. As potential reductions in funding from the Government of France prompt its transition to a Muskoka Multi-Partner Trust Fund, a Partnerships Specialist role is intended to strengthen partnerships, mobilize new resources, and coordinate stakeholders to sustain and expand the initiative’s impact.
UNICEF Liberia is hiring a qualified and experienced consultant to support in aligning the interministerial governance structures and support the finalization of a fast-tracked roadmap. Qualified candidates with the required qualifications are especially encouraged to apply.
UNICEF, jointly with UN agencies and relevant national partners, is implementing several initiatives with a focus on social and behaviour change. The interventions cover such areas as WASH in schools and inclusive education.
Planned interventions include development and implementation of evidence-based Social and Behaviour Change Communication solutions that include production of visuals, PSAs, mini-series, and others. All communication products need to be produced in close collaboration with relevant partners and pre-tested with engagement of target audience.
For the implementation of the above activities, UNICEF is seeking the services of a local consultant to support timely production and dissemination of communication products, including but not limited to liaison with national partners and subject experts, coordinating the collaboration with relevant stakeholders, external vendors, and to perform a quality control and overall coordination of envisaged communication solutions.
By being the Chief Social Policy you will report to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. You will be responsible for leading, managing and supervising all stages of Economic and Social Policy programming 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 reduce monetary and multidimensional child poverty; (b) inclusive, shock-responsive social protection systems and programmes; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments, domestic financing and financial management; (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services, and (e) livelihoods and economic opportunities as per new UNICEF Strategic Plan. This encompasses both direct programme work with government (central and at subnational levels), international financial institutions, development partners, and civil society partners, as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, nutrition, child protection, and water and sanitation.
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture., coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.
The Project Management Unit’s Information Management Officer (Beneficiary Data) will be based in Kabul and report directly to the Programme Specialist (Beneficiary Data). The incumbent will support the Team in delivering effective and secure beneficiary data management services.The position will contribute to the implementation of Humanitarian Cash Transfer and Incentive Payment projects through partner capacity-building, beneficiary data processing and management, and the administration of relevant information systems. The Information Management Officer will work closely with the PMU and Programme Sections across the Afghanistan Country Office and, where required, coordinate with ACO Field Offices and other relevant stakeholders.
The purpose of this assignment is to generate timely and robust evidence on the efficiency, effectiveness, equity, and adequacy of health spending in Malawi over the last five fiscal years (2021/22–2025/26). The analysis will assess programme prioritization within District Implementation Plans (DIPs), examine resource allocation and expenditure performance across key programme areas including PHC, SRMNCAH, HIV, immunization, and medicines financing, and identify opportunities to improve budget credibility, expenditure efficiency, and financial sustainability.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, 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. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias, or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic, and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education, and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. Therefore, the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
The Job Profile for the Senior Finance Associate at the G-7 level based in New Delhi, India UNICEF country office. The incumbent of the post reports to Finance Specialist and perform specific accounting functions related to Private Sector Fund Raising in India Country Office with a strong focus on financial management, systems strengthening, compliance, and operational efficiency, while supporting the application of UNICEF's 3Cs (Convene, Converge, and Catalyze) for Every Child approach.
The purpose of this consultancy is to deliver analytical, policy, knowledge and technical products on gender-responsive social protection and care and support systems, in support of the Inclusive Social Protection thematic area of the Economic and Social Policy Global Practice (ESP GP) and in collaboration with UNICEF Innocenti – Global Office of Research and Foresight.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of an education consultant for the Development of Safe Schools Guide and IEC Materials for Learners and Teachers 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’s Evaluation Office is launching a 2026–2029 global evaluation to strengthen child protection systems and identify high-impact investments for reducing violence against women and children. This initiative requires a Thematic Lead on Violence Against Children to drive strategic analysis across two critical workstreams.
The Programme Associate (PA) at the G-6 level will operate within a pooled function consisting of two PAs who report to the Quality Assurance Specialist. The role provides support across all Programme Sections, with responsibilities and workload distributed through matrix management accordingly.The position serves as a key link in operational delivery, requiring regular coordination and collaboration with multiple units, including Programme, Operations, Finance, and Supply. It also involves engagement with external partners, particularly in relation to HACT support.
The Deputy Representative supports the Representative on the overall management of the CO and for coordinating closely with the different programme sections on 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 consultancy will provide specialized, time-bound technical expertise to sustain the quality, continuity, and performance of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) and the Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) in Helmand Province, a high-priority and high-risk province for polio transmission. The assignment is designed to address critical technical and operational priorities during a temporary programme capacity gap and is not intended to replace a staff position or perform routine administrative functions. The consultant will provide advanced technical support to strengthen evidence-based planning, implementation, monitoring, and quality improvement of routine immunization and supplementary immunization activities (SIAs). This includes analysing immunization and surveillance data using DHIS2, EPI dashboards, Excel, and other programme monitoring tools to identify immunity gaps, monitor programme performance, prioritize high-risk populations, and support timely corrective actions. The consultant will also strengthen integrated immunization services by providing technical guidance on microplanning, supportive supervision, vaccine and cold chain management, surveillance, outbreak preparedness and response, and strategies to identify and reach zero-dose and under-immunized children. The consultancy will further support effective coordination among the Provincial EPI Management Team (PEMT), BPHS and non-BPHS implementing partners, provincial and district health authorities, and other stakeholders to improve programme quality, strengthen accountability, enhance community engagement and demand generation for immunization, and build the technical capacity of frontline health workers through mentoring and on-the-job support. By providing this specialized technical expertise, the consultancy will help maintain uninterrupted implementation of UNICEF supported immunization activities, improve vaccination coverage and equity, and accelerate progress.
The Chief, Admin and Finance reports to the Deputy Representative, Operations (DRO) for general direction and guidance. The Chief is responsible for providing support to the DRO in managing monitoring and overseeing the full range of financial and administrative services in support of program and operational activities (i.e. financial planning, disbursements of funds and payments, treasury and accounting, financial analysis and reporting of resources, transport. travel and premises management, protocol administration), ensuring compliance of all financial and administrative operations with organizational plans, policies, procedures, guidelines, standards of performance, ethics and integrity.As the manager and functional expert of financial and administrative management services ln a large country office with thirteen field offices, the incumbent is accountable for provision of managerial leadership and policy guidance for achievement of effective service management and staff capacity development. Ensures management of staff for cost effective, quality and efficient administrative and financial operations in support of office operations and the country programmes.The Chief, Admin and Finance, when supervising support staff, will be responsible for planning and guiding work in progress and for reviewing work completed by subordinate staff to verify accuracy and compliance with Internal Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), UNICEF Financial Regulations and Rules, policies, procedures, guidelines, standards of accountability and ethics.The role focuses on upstream engagement through systems strengthening, strategic partnerships, governance, and advancing UNICEF's 3Cs for Every Child approach—Convene, Converge, and Catalyze—to achieve sustainable improvements in administrative and financial management outcomes at scale.
The purpose of this consultancy is to generate reliable, disaggregated and integrated education evidence by analysing administrative and household survey datasets and transforming the findings into analytical reports, knowledge products and interactive dashboards that strengthen evidence-based planning, budgeting, monitoring and policy dialogue at national and state levels. The outputs developed under this consultancy will support UNICEF's national and state offices and will be shared with national and state government counterparts to strengthen data-informed planning, implementation and decision-making.
Adolescence is a critical period of development during which mental health challenges can have lasting impacts. In Bhutan, mental health concerns among children, adolescents, young people, and women are increasing, with anxiety and depression accounting for more than 55% of reported cases, followed by alcohol -related mental and behavioral disorders. In response, WHO and UNICEF launched the Helping Adolescents Thrive (HAT) Initiative, including evidence -based guidelines, an implementation toolkit, a teacher’ s Guide, and a Comic Book to promote adolescent mental health and socio -emotional learning. To pilot the initiative in Bhutan, UNICEF partnered with the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MOESD) and the PEMA Secretariat in 2025, implementing the adapted HAT toolkit in 24 schools over six months through school counsellors in 12 schools and mentor -mentee programmes in the remaining 12 schools.
The pilot implementation of the HAT initiative demonstrated positive outcomes in strengthening adolescents’ social -emotional skills, with participants showing improved emotional awareness and a greater willingness to seek support from peers, counsellors, and wellbeing focal persons. Teachers observed that students felt more comfortable discussing their challenges, while parents and caregivers reported being better equipped to understand and support their children after participating in the programme. A major factor contributing to the pilot’s success was the adaptation of the resources to the Bhutanese context, particularly the comic book Magnificent Meto and Friends , whose relatable characters and storylines resonated strongly with adolescents. Due to high demand, including among older adolescents aged 15 –19 years,
UNICEF China is looking for a season Education officer at NO-1 level to support the implementation of the work plan 2026-27 and provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for Digital Education projects.
The Caribbean is highly vulnerable to natural disasters and climate-related hazards that can disrupt education, damage school infrastructure, and affect learning continuity. To address these risks, CDEMA, with support from UNICEF, developed the online Safe Schools: Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience course to strengthen school safety and disaster preparedness among education professionals.
Building on the success of the online course, this initiative aims to develop a competency-based, face-to-face training programme that emphasizes practical skills, peer learning, and school-level action planning. The resulting training package will serve as a standardized regional resource that can be adapted and delivered by Ministries of Education and other institutions to strengthen the resilience and preparedness of education systems across the Caribbean.
Assistance at the municipal and state levels across Brazil. The initiative will result in technical guidelines for the elaboration of contingency plans that can be tailored to the specific territorial risk profiles of different states and municipalities.
The Muskoka Funds Initiative, a collaboration between UNICEF, UNFPA, UN Women, and WHO, has improved maternal and child health in six West and Central African countries since 2010, helping reduce maternal, neonatal, and under-five mortality while reaching tens of millions of women, children, and youth. As potential reductions in funding from the Government of France prompt its transition to a Muskoka Multi-Partner Trust Fund, a Partnerships Specialist role is intended to strengthen partnerships, mobilize new resources, and coordinate stakeholders to sustain and expand the initiative’s impact.
UNICEF Liberia is hiring a qualified and experienced consultant to support in aligning the interministerial governance structures and support the finalization of a fast-tracked roadmap. Qualified candidates with the required qualifications are especially encouraged to apply.
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