Nearly four years on, humanitarian access in Afghanistan remains highly challenging, with numerous impediments imposed by the De-facto Authorities (DfA). These authorities have established a complex and often ambiguous legal and regulatory environment, compelling aid organizations to navigate a landscape that lacks formal international recognition and is governed by evolving local frameworks. As a result, humanitarian actors face significant operational and legal hurdles.
Disasters, climate change, and environmental degradation present significant and escalating threats to the well-being of children globally, jeopardizing the progress achieved in child survival and development. Over a billion children are exposed to severe risks from climate and environmental hazards such as heatwaves, droughts, floods, and cyclones. Consequently, it is imperative for countries to establish climate-resilient, low-carbon social services encompassing water and sanitation, healthcare, education, nutrition, social protection, and child protection to tackle current threats and prepare for increasingly severe impacts.
In alignment with our commitment to protect children and young people worldwide, UNICEF launched its Sustainability and Climate Change Action Plan (SCAP) 2023 - 2030. The SCAP prioritizes urgent climate action through systematic partnerships with public and private sector institutions to prioritize the needs of children and young people and build their resilience to the climate threats at hand. The SCAP strives to mainstream sustainability and climate action both internally and externally, through protecting the lives, health and well-being of children and their communities; empowering children with developmental opportunities and skills; and reducing emissions and the environmental footprint within UNICEF.
UNICEF is working as a GCF Accredited Entity for the first time and setting up its internal systems to establish a vertical climate funds unit. In parallel, UNICEF is developing a pipeline of GCF funding proposals. The role of the GCF Senior consultant is to provide expert advise and support development of both aspects of UNICEF’s engagement in climate finance.
The main purpose of the assignment is to support the implementation of UNICEF’s strategy on building immunization infrastructure including cold chain and climate resilient environmentally sustainable Primary Health Care (PHC) infrastructure, i.e., operationalization of Cold Chain, Health Facility Solar Electrification (HFSE) and Health Care Waste Management (HCWM) interventions in priority countries.
The Consultant will contribute to the development of Electronic Monitoring Systems of cold chain equipment (CCE), PHC infrastructure investment cases, ensuring that country-specific programs are effectively coordinated and supported. The role will involve providing technical assistance to regional offices and country offices and fostering stakeholder engagement to develop relevant policies and guidelines. The Consultant will organize and introduce knowledge management and capacity building initiatives across all levels, with the aim to strengthen health systems and immunization supply chains to enhance the overall effectiveness of UNICEF’s immunization and PHC infrastructure initiatives.
Le bureau de l’UNICEF au Tchad est à la recherche d’un(e) professionnel(le) engagé(e) et expérimenté(e) pour le poste d’Assistant aux voyages, GS5 Contrat Temporaire basé à N'Djamena. Sous la supervision du Sr Travel Associate, il/elle donnera un appui dans le traitement de toutes les requêtes Admin des collègues du Soudan en vue de faciliter leur déploiement d’activités sur le terrain.
The objective of this work is to support the revitalization of the LEG, led by the MECCES, under the technical coordination of UNICEF as the Lead Partner for Education, making it more robust and effective in terms of operationalizing its functioning mechanisms and ensuring more efficient and effective coordination.
Le Bureau UNICEF du Cameroun recherche un consultant international "Monitoring Evaluation Reporting" (Child Protection, Education, WASH, Social Policy, SBC) afin de mesurer la portée des interventions en termes de qualité et d’efficacité au regard des résultats attendus, de renseigner de manière critique sur les résultats obtenus en matière de Changement Social et de Comportement au regard des objectifs et résultats poursuivis par le programme de coopération UNICEF-Cameroun, et de capitaliser sur les leçons apprises.
The UNICEF Cameroon Office is looking for an administration intern to support the Administration Unit in its various day-to-day tasks. This internship will enable the successful candidate to become familiar with the working environment of a multilateral organisation and to gain a better understanding of management at executive level.
UNICEF Cameroon, in collaboration with national stakeholders, has launched the I Am Music program to contribute to a Protective Learning Environment (PLE) for vulnerable children and adolescents, particularly girls. Inspired by the El Sistema methodology, the program provides free music education aimed at fostering life skills, emotional resilience, and social inclusion through collective musical practice. A pilot phase is already underway in Yaoundé, with plans to scale the program nationally.
To ensure high-quality implementation, strategic scaling, and strong institutional coordination, UNICEF seeks a consultant to provide technical, programmatic, and coordination support to the I Am Music program
The Research Specialist is a seasoned researcher with strong skills in qualitative research methodologies and child-centred methods. The Research Specialist should have extensive experience with research on technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation and abuse, a range of qualitative analysis methods including but not limited to thematic analysis, and a strong background in coordinating multi-country research projects.
UNICEF is seeking a Senior Advisor, Sustainable Finance (P-5) to lead the development of innovative financing models that address critical funding gaps in the global WASH and climate sectors. Based in Copenhagen, you will drive UNICEF’s efforts to unlock sustainable capital to scale high-impact, child-focused initiatives in low- and middle-income countries. Working across UNICEF divisions, regional and country offices, and global partners, you will shape and execute financing strategies that align with the SDGs and deliver lasting results for children.We are looking for a strategic leader with 10 years of progressive experience in sustainable or development finance, capital markets, and transaction structuring in complex contexts. This is a unique opportunity to join a cutting-edge platform within UNICEF that is transforming how development finance works—bringing together governments, IFIs, investors, and the private sector to build a more resilient, equitable future for every child.
Sous la supervision du People and Culture Officer, le Senior Human Resources Associate est responsable du recrutement et de l'intégration du personnel de la catégorie des services généraux. Agit en tant que point focal RH pour les consultants individuels, entreprend le recrutement des consultants et gère les contrats SSA, conformément au processus de travail. Responsable de la consolidation du plan SSA du bureau, de la mise en œuvre, du suivi des indicateurs et du reporting. Responsable du maintien d'une liste solide de consultants pré-qualifiés et de personnel temporaire. Fournit un soutien technique dans l'administration et la gestion des ressources humaines, en ce qui concerne la présence étendue du bureau de pays sur le terrain. Le titulaire de ce poste est également le point focal de la Caisse de pensions. Il / elle s'assure de l'inscription exacte et en temps voulu du personnel ainsi que de la tenue des registres de la caisse de retraite des retraités / anciens fonctionnaires.
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.
The Social Policy Specialist is responsible for supporting project management, planning, technical assistance, monitoring, reporting, and knowledge management. This includes supporting the development and implementation of a project management approach for the Social Recovery Office and ensuring team members are effectively utilizing associated tools and methodologies.
In addition to these responsibilities, the Social Policy Specialist ensures systematic and organized coordination and planning of activities, embedding risk analysis and mitigation strategies into program management. Through knowledge management, data-driven decision-making, and fostering continuous learning, the specialist contributes to the achievement of sustainable and impactful outcomes that advance the well-being of children and families.
The primary purpose of this consultancy is to provide strategic technical leadership and expert oversight for the design, development, and implementation of an expanded IIS based on the Tandurusti.tj platform in Tajikistan. The consultant will ensure that all new features and functionalities are technically sound, interoperable, secure, and aligned with international best practices, including guidance from UNICEF, WHO, and GAVI.
Starting with 2016, UNCT Moldova has been implementing the Diversity Internship Program for men, women and persons of diverse gender identities, belonging to different marginalized groups (further referring as Diversity Internship Program). The aim of the internship is, on the one hand, to empower representatives of marginalized groups to further seek employment on the open labor market, and on the other hand to improve diversity within the UN System. The need for increased diversity was confirmed including during the latest 2019 internal UN Moldova Diversity and Equality survey, that identified underrepresentation of people from several groups among the UN staff, including persons with disabilities, Roma and other ethnic or linguistic minorities.
The initiative foresees that persons belonging to marginalized groups join as interns for a 4 - 6 months part-time assignment in different programs and projects of UN agencies, being guided by a mentor (staff member of the UN Agency). The assigned tasks in administration, operations, procurement, logistical, communications or programming areas usually differ and grow in their complexity, reflecting also the interns’ specific learning, personal and professional development needs.
UNICEF’s mission in Moldova is to make sure every child in the country is healthy, educated and safe from harm, therefore having the best start in life and a fair chance to reach her or his full potential and benefit from the country’s prosperity. We believe children have a right to live in a more equitable society, where their voices are heard, and needs met as a matter of priority in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. More information on what we do in Moldova is available at: https://www.unicef.org/moldova.
The Diversity Inclusion Intern will report to the Representative, who will assume the role of the Mentor during the assignment. Under the supervision and guidance of the Mentor, the intern will perform a variety of tasks for the Section, while providing the necessary support.
UNICEF Pacific is seeking a passionate and experienced international consultant to lead the review and revision of the Valium Smol Pikinini Blong Yumi Curriculum Framework for Early Childhood Education (ECE) in the Solomon Islands. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of early learning for children aged 3–4, ensuring it is inclusive, culturally relevant, and climate-resilient.
UNICEF Pacific is seeking two dynamic and experienced international consultants with complementary expertise to lead a comprehensive dietary intake assessment in Kiribati. This 100-day consultancy, spread over 8 months, will combine multidisciplinary approaches to address five key components of the assignment. If you are passionate about improving nutrition outcomes and have a strong background in dietary assessment, food systems, or public health nutrition, we invite you to apply.
Are you a passionate global health professional ready to make a lasting impact? UNICEF Pacific is seeking an experienced and proactive international consultant to support the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) in Kiribati in advancing the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). Over a 3-month period (32 working days), you will provide technical expertise, build local capacity, and help drive sustainable improvements in breastfeeding practices and maternal-child health outcomes.
UNICEF Pacific is seeking an experienced international consultant for an 86-day assignment over 4 months, based full-time in Tarawa, Kiribati with travel to outer islands. The consultant will provide data-driven technical assistance to strengthen immunization systems, support capacity building through on-the-job knowledge transfer, coordinate with government and partners, and document lessons learned and prioritized recommendations to improve routine immunization coverage and control of vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks.
Nearly four years on, humanitarian access in Afghanistan remains highly challenging, with numerous impediments imposed by the De-facto Authorities (DfA). These authorities have established a complex and often ambiguous legal and regulatory environment, compelling aid organizations to navigate a landscape that lacks formal international recognition and is governed by evolving local frameworks. As a result, humanitarian actors face significant operational and legal hurdles.
Disasters, climate change, and environmental degradation present significant and escalating threats to the well-being of children globally, jeopardizing the progress achieved in child survival and development. Over a billion children are exposed to severe risks from climate and environmental hazards such as heatwaves, droughts, floods, and cyclones. Consequently, it is imperative for countries to establish climate-resilient, low-carbon social services encompassing water and sanitation, healthcare, education, nutrition, social protection, and child protection to tackle current threats and prepare for increasingly severe impacts.
In alignment with our commitment to protect children and young people worldwide, UNICEF launched its Sustainability and Climate Change Action Plan (SCAP) 2023 - 2030. The SCAP prioritizes urgent climate action through systematic partnerships with public and private sector institutions to prioritize the needs of children and young people and build their resilience to the climate threats at hand. The SCAP strives to mainstream sustainability and climate action both internally and externally, through protecting the lives, health and well-being of children and their communities; empowering children with developmental opportunities and skills; and reducing emissions and the environmental footprint within UNICEF.
UNICEF is working as a GCF Accredited Entity for the first time and setting up its internal systems to establish a vertical climate funds unit. In parallel, UNICEF is developing a pipeline of GCF funding proposals. The role of the GCF Senior consultant is to provide expert advise and support development of both aspects of UNICEF’s engagement in climate finance.
The main purpose of the assignment is to support the implementation of UNICEF’s strategy on building immunization infrastructure including cold chain and climate resilient environmentally sustainable Primary Health Care (PHC) infrastructure, i.e., operationalization of Cold Chain, Health Facility Solar Electrification (HFSE) and Health Care Waste Management (HCWM) interventions in priority countries.
The Consultant will contribute to the development of Electronic Monitoring Systems of cold chain equipment (CCE), PHC infrastructure investment cases, ensuring that country-specific programs are effectively coordinated and supported. The role will involve providing technical assistance to regional offices and country offices and fostering stakeholder engagement to develop relevant policies and guidelines. The Consultant will organize and introduce knowledge management and capacity building initiatives across all levels, with the aim to strengthen health systems and immunization supply chains to enhance the overall effectiveness of UNICEF’s immunization and PHC infrastructure initiatives.
Le bureau de l’UNICEF au Tchad est à la recherche d’un(e) professionnel(le) engagé(e) et expérimenté(e) pour le poste d’Assistant aux voyages, GS5 Contrat Temporaire basé à N'Djamena. Sous la supervision du Sr Travel Associate, il/elle donnera un appui dans le traitement de toutes les requêtes Admin des collègues du Soudan en vue de faciliter leur déploiement d’activités sur le terrain.
The objective of this work is to support the revitalization of the LEG, led by the MECCES, under the technical coordination of UNICEF as the Lead Partner for Education, making it more robust and effective in terms of operationalizing its functioning mechanisms and ensuring more efficient and effective coordination.
Le Bureau UNICEF du Cameroun recherche un consultant international "Monitoring Evaluation Reporting" (Child Protection, Education, WASH, Social Policy, SBC) afin de mesurer la portée des interventions en termes de qualité et d’efficacité au regard des résultats attendus, de renseigner de manière critique sur les résultats obtenus en matière de Changement Social et de Comportement au regard des objectifs et résultats poursuivis par le programme de coopération UNICEF-Cameroun, et de capitaliser sur les leçons apprises.
The UNICEF Cameroon Office is looking for an administration intern to support the Administration Unit in its various day-to-day tasks. This internship will enable the successful candidate to become familiar with the working environment of a multilateral organisation and to gain a better understanding of management at executive level.
UNICEF Cameroon, in collaboration with national stakeholders, has launched the I Am Music program to contribute to a Protective Learning Environment (PLE) for vulnerable children and adolescents, particularly girls. Inspired by the El Sistema methodology, the program provides free music education aimed at fostering life skills, emotional resilience, and social inclusion through collective musical practice. A pilot phase is already underway in Yaoundé, with plans to scale the program nationally.
To ensure high-quality implementation, strategic scaling, and strong institutional coordination, UNICEF seeks a consultant to provide technical, programmatic, and coordination support to the I Am Music program
The Research Specialist is a seasoned researcher with strong skills in qualitative research methodologies and child-centred methods. The Research Specialist should have extensive experience with research on technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation and abuse, a range of qualitative analysis methods including but not limited to thematic analysis, and a strong background in coordinating multi-country research projects.
UNICEF is seeking a Senior Advisor, Sustainable Finance (P-5) to lead the development of innovative financing models that address critical funding gaps in the global WASH and climate sectors. Based in Copenhagen, you will drive UNICEF’s efforts to unlock sustainable capital to scale high-impact, child-focused initiatives in low- and middle-income countries. Working across UNICEF divisions, regional and country offices, and global partners, you will shape and execute financing strategies that align with the SDGs and deliver lasting results for children.We are looking for a strategic leader with 10 years of progressive experience in sustainable or development finance, capital markets, and transaction structuring in complex contexts. This is a unique opportunity to join a cutting-edge platform within UNICEF that is transforming how development finance works—bringing together governments, IFIs, investors, and the private sector to build a more resilient, equitable future for every child.
Sous la supervision du People and Culture Officer, le Senior Human Resources Associate est responsable du recrutement et de l'intégration du personnel de la catégorie des services généraux. Agit en tant que point focal RH pour les consultants individuels, entreprend le recrutement des consultants et gère les contrats SSA, conformément au processus de travail. Responsable de la consolidation du plan SSA du bureau, de la mise en œuvre, du suivi des indicateurs et du reporting. Responsable du maintien d'une liste solide de consultants pré-qualifiés et de personnel temporaire. Fournit un soutien technique dans l'administration et la gestion des ressources humaines, en ce qui concerne la présence étendue du bureau de pays sur le terrain. Le titulaire de ce poste est également le point focal de la Caisse de pensions. Il / elle s'assure de l'inscription exacte et en temps voulu du personnel ainsi que de la tenue des registres de la caisse de retraite des retraités / anciens fonctionnaires.
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.
The Social Policy Specialist is responsible for supporting project management, planning, technical assistance, monitoring, reporting, and knowledge management. This includes supporting the development and implementation of a project management approach for the Social Recovery Office and ensuring team members are effectively utilizing associated tools and methodologies.
In addition to these responsibilities, the Social Policy Specialist ensures systematic and organized coordination and planning of activities, embedding risk analysis and mitigation strategies into program management. Through knowledge management, data-driven decision-making, and fostering continuous learning, the specialist contributes to the achievement of sustainable and impactful outcomes that advance the well-being of children and families.
The primary purpose of this consultancy is to provide strategic technical leadership and expert oversight for the design, development, and implementation of an expanded IIS based on the Tandurusti.tj platform in Tajikistan. The consultant will ensure that all new features and functionalities are technically sound, interoperable, secure, and aligned with international best practices, including guidance from UNICEF, WHO, and GAVI.
Starting with 2016, UNCT Moldova has been implementing the Diversity Internship Program for men, women and persons of diverse gender identities, belonging to different marginalized groups (further referring as Diversity Internship Program). The aim of the internship is, on the one hand, to empower representatives of marginalized groups to further seek employment on the open labor market, and on the other hand to improve diversity within the UN System. The need for increased diversity was confirmed including during the latest 2019 internal UN Moldova Diversity and Equality survey, that identified underrepresentation of people from several groups among the UN staff, including persons with disabilities, Roma and other ethnic or linguistic minorities.
The initiative foresees that persons belonging to marginalized groups join as interns for a 4 - 6 months part-time assignment in different programs and projects of UN agencies, being guided by a mentor (staff member of the UN Agency). The assigned tasks in administration, operations, procurement, logistical, communications or programming areas usually differ and grow in their complexity, reflecting also the interns’ specific learning, personal and professional development needs.
UNICEF’s mission in Moldova is to make sure every child in the country is healthy, educated and safe from harm, therefore having the best start in life and a fair chance to reach her or his full potential and benefit from the country’s prosperity. We believe children have a right to live in a more equitable society, where their voices are heard, and needs met as a matter of priority in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. More information on what we do in Moldova is available at: https://www.unicef.org/moldova.
The Diversity Inclusion Intern will report to the Representative, who will assume the role of the Mentor during the assignment. Under the supervision and guidance of the Mentor, the intern will perform a variety of tasks for the Section, while providing the necessary support.
UNICEF Pacific is seeking a passionate and experienced international consultant to lead the review and revision of the Valium Smol Pikinini Blong Yumi Curriculum Framework for Early Childhood Education (ECE) in the Solomon Islands. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of early learning for children aged 3–4, ensuring it is inclusive, culturally relevant, and climate-resilient.
UNICEF Pacific is seeking two dynamic and experienced international consultants with complementary expertise to lead a comprehensive dietary intake assessment in Kiribati. This 100-day consultancy, spread over 8 months, will combine multidisciplinary approaches to address five key components of the assignment. If you are passionate about improving nutrition outcomes and have a strong background in dietary assessment, food systems, or public health nutrition, we invite you to apply.
Are you a passionate global health professional ready to make a lasting impact? UNICEF Pacific is seeking an experienced and proactive international consultant to support the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) in Kiribati in advancing the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). Over a 3-month period (32 working days), you will provide technical expertise, build local capacity, and help drive sustainable improvements in breastfeeding practices and maternal-child health outcomes.
UNICEF Pacific is seeking an experienced international consultant for an 86-day assignment over 4 months, based full-time in Tarawa, Kiribati with travel to outer islands. The consultant will provide data-driven technical assistance to strengthen immunization systems, support capacity building through on-the-job knowledge transfer, coordinate with government and partners, and document lessons learned and prioritized recommendations to improve routine immunization coverage and control of vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks.
