Under the overall direction and guidance of the WASH Cluster Coordinator, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) will manage the IM function of the Cluster at the national level. They are responsible for ensuring IM processes effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent, and effective response by participants in the Cluster that is accountable to those who are affected by the emergency. In their effort to enable an efficient and effective response to the humanitarian crisis, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) is responsible for managing the collection, analysis and sharing of information that is essential for the national Cluster participants to make informed, evidence-based, strategic decisions and for ensuring they are adequately coordinating with the national level.
UNICEF Malawi is seeking a highly experienced, proactive, and committed Deputy Representative, Operations at the P-4 level. The Deputy Representative Operations role functions as a strategic Business Partner within the Senior Management team, working closely with the Head of the Office to ensure optimal management of resources, operations, and programmatic activities. As UNICEF Malawi’s Deputy Representative Operations, you will be responsible for application of UNICEF’s global policies and implementing best practices in management and driving innovative approaches to enhance office performance. This role is essential for aligning UNICEF assets with sound management principles and practices, office priorities and goals, all with the ultimate aim of achieving meaningful and lasting results for children in Malawi.
Under the general supervision of the Chief Health Section, the Programme Budget Officer provide professional technical assistance and support for program design, planning and implementation, management and evaluation of program/project activities, analysis of funding data (allocation and expenditure) and reporting on the use of funds and their justification.
The Security Associate reports to the SO (Security Officer) for supervision. The Security Associate provides technical, operational and administrative assistance to the Supervisor in support of their role as it relates to ensuring the safety and security of personnel and their eligible family members as well as the safeguarding of UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station. In carrying out the below duties the incumbent is expected to follow instructions precisely and in strict compliance with supervisor’s instructions and UN Security related policies, rules and procedures
The Security Associate reports to the SO (Security Officer) for supervision. The Security Associate provides technical, operational and administrative assistance to the Supervisor in support of their role as it relates to ensuring the safety and security of personnel and their eligible family members as well as the safeguarding of UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station. In carrying out the below duties the incumbent is expected to follow instructions precisely and in strict compliance with supervisor’s instructions and UN Security related policies, rules and procedures
The Office of Innovation, in Stockholm, Sweden has openings for 3 positions of Programme Associate at the GS6 level.
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the programme associate supports the respective section (s) by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor their country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
The Chief Adolescent Development supports country office programming processes by providing expert technical advice and operational support to country office colleagues and internal and external partners and stakeholders to ensure that adolescent development and participation established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international treaties/framework and UN intergovernmental bodies, are integrated in UNICEF’s advocacy, policies, programmes and humanitarian work. There is a strong expectation of upstream and cross-sectoral engagement to influence government policy and strategy, to ensure ADAP priorities are properly anchored in broader EU accession reforms and sector-wide approaches and that influence relevant resource streams (including those going directly into national budgets) to achieve results for adolescents and youth in Ukraine.
UNICEF Pacific is in search of a dedicated and proactive local Consultant for Samoa. The purpose of this assignment is to enhance the understanding of the rights of persons with disabilities among key national stakeholders, such as participating UN organizations, government stakeholders, OPDs, and civil society, and additional stakeholders, such as development partners. In doing so, the capacities to implement disability inclusive development approaches in the country and region are strengthened.
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. 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 personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
You are accountable for leading and managing a team of People and Culture professionals in the complex operating environment and emergency context of Sudan. Your role is to provide strategic, effective, and risk-informed People and Culture support and services to enhance the capacity of the clients in delivering on business goals and objectives. In doing so, you demonstrate the ability to create an environment in which staff anticipate People and Culture-related needs and develop plans and solutions that align People and Culture management with business objectives. Additionally, this position serves as a key strategic advisor to the leadership of UNICEF Sudan, helping to spearhead UNICEF’s global People and Culture transformation.
UNICEF Supply Division (SD) has identified strengthening national vaccine procurement practices as a key component of its approach to supporting Gavi transitioning and other middle-income countries (MICs) in ensuring sustainable access to and timely supply of affordable vaccines. To this end, UNICEF Supply Division has been supporting countries by facilitating such learning via multiple projects, including hosting the annual Vaccine Procurement Forum (VPF) since 2015, and establishing a community of practice in 2016, to further the aims of the VPPEF by initiating the Vaccine Procurement Practitioners Network (VPPN). VPPN, as a virtual community of practice primarily targeting national stakeholders in the vaccine procurement process, aims towards providing a platform for the continuous exchange of theoretical and practical knowledge, joint learning and collaborative problem-solving. Membership in the VPPN has grown over time as a result of a strategy to gradually include interested vaccine procurement practitioners from additional countries, as well as other relevant stakeholders and experts. Closely
connected to these activities is the e-learning course on strategic vaccine procurement, which provides procurement professionals the background and necessary building blocks to develop a strategic vaccine approach. All three activities are part of the overall work VC is working on to support countries to strengthen their vaccine procurement processes, ensuring access to affordable, quality assured vaccines for children. To support this effort, the consultant will support increasing visibility of the key materials for procurement strengthening activities including the VPF, VPPN, and the E-course on strategic vaccine procurement. The consultant will also support increasing visibility of other VC’s key materials such as VC standard slide deck, which is not limited to its procurement strengthening work but covering overall VC’s key activities and updates.
Under the close supervision and guidance of the supervisor, you support the respective section(s) by carrying out a range of procedural, administrative, and operational tasks to help develop, implement, and monitor their country programme, ensuring timely and effective delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
UNICEF Brazil is looking for a Procurement Assistant to work in Brasilia. A Procurement Assistant is predominantly accountable for applying a broad range of specialized rules and procedures to provide procurement support to all areas of the Brazil Office. The Procurement Assistant’s client interface focuses on the coordination and planning of routine supply chain activities, including the transportation of goods and materials, purchase orders, contracts, delivery, and payments. These relationships are important to ensure that deadlines are met and that work results adhere to regulations, rules, and guidelines The procurement assistant impact directly affects the quality and timeliness of the delivery of a range of different services for which the unit is accountable.
This job opportunity is presential and for Brazilians only or candidates with a work permit for Brazil.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF Brazil is searching for a professional with strong experience in fundraising focused on philanthropy (foundations, major donors, member-based, and faith-based organizations) with expertise in development of partnerships strategies that leverage the resources and support UNICEF programmes to achieve results for children. The person will be based in São Paulo and work in coordination with the UNICEF Brasilia Office, the Regional and Global Philanthropy Teams.
UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children.
This post is temporary for 364 days and presential in São Paulo, Brazil.
UNICEF Ghana country office is seeking the services of an experienced individual with passion to make a difference in the lives of every child. This individual will work as Programme Associate, on a Fixed-Term appointment at GS 6 level in the Accra Office. S/he will support by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor the country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations and will also work in close collaboration with a range of staff in the Office, external partners and agency counterparts in support of programme design and delivery.
This position will be supervised by the Programme Monitoring & Evaluation (PM&E) Specialist
Are you passionate about improving access to clean water and sanitation for children and communities? UNICEF Madagascar is looking for a dedicated WASH Specialist (MEAL) to drive the monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) efforts within the WASH programme in Madagascar. In this role, you will play a key part in designing and overseeing impactful WASH interventions, collaborating with government bodies, NGOs, and local partners to ensure high-quality, sustainable results for children’s health and well-being. As the WASH Specialist, you will have the opportunity to lead monitoring and evaluation systems, provide technical support to enhance programme implementation, and contribute to emergency WASH preparedness and response efforts. You’ll also drive innovation in the sector, creating solutions to address water and sanitation challenges, while strengthening partnerships and advocating for critical WASH funding. If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for making a lasting impact, this role offers you the chance to contribute to UNICEF’s mission to help every child survive, thrive, and reach their full potential.
UNICEF's Emergency Preparedness Platform (EPP) serves as the central online tool utilized by over 130 offices worldwide. Its primary role is facilitating preparedness planning and monitoring, thus fostering enhanced readiness for emergency response efforts. EPP guides UNICEF offices through a structured and standardized preparedness planning process, encompassing risk analysis, scenario definitions, and identifying necessary actions to prepare for an effective humanitarian response. Building on the successes of previous versions, the EPP 3.0 version aims to enable more efficient and accurate preparedness planning and monitoring, improved preparedness for response, enhanced collaboration and communication among team members, greater flexibility and accessibility for users, and the ability to analyze and utilize data for quick decision making. The Emergency Preparedness Specialist will during 60% of his/her time support EPP 3.0 platform development as Product Owner. He/she will represent RAPS and be accountable for the backlog and for the fluid liaison with ICTD and development teams on a daily/hourly basis. During the remaining 40% of his/her time, the Emergency Preparedness Specialist will support the work of the preparedness unit in ensuring notably the effective implementation of technical assistance related to preparedness in ROs and COs. Spearheading capacity-building initiatives for governments in priority countries, focusing on government preparedness/DRR together with Program Group and ROs will also be a priority working direction for the incumbent of the position.
The Specialist provides technical and operational support for developing a systematic, planned and evidence-based strategy and process for SBC as an integral part of programme development, planning and implementation. Through communication and engagement, as well as the empowerment and participation of stakeholders, communities, children, civil society partners, and government counterparts, s/he promotes measurable behavioral and social change/mobilization. This subsequently contributes to the achievement of sustainable and concrete results in improving children’s rights, survival and wellbeing in the country.
The Chief, Social and Behaviour Change reports to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. The Chief, SBC is responsible for developing a systematic, planned and evidence-based strategy and process for SBC as an integral part of programme development, planning and implementation. Through the use of appropriate social and behavioural science, as well as the empowerment and participation of stakeholders, communities, children, civil society partners and government counterparts, s/he promotes measurable behavioral and social change/mobilization. This subsequently contributes to the achievement of sustainable and concrete results on improving children’s rights, survival and well-being in the country.
Under the overall direction and guidance of the WASH Cluster Coordinator, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) will manage the IM function of the Cluster at the national level. They are responsible for ensuring IM processes effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent, and effective response by participants in the Cluster that is accountable to those who are affected by the emergency. In their effort to enable an efficient and effective response to the humanitarian crisis, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) is responsible for managing the collection, analysis and sharing of information that is essential for the national Cluster participants to make informed, evidence-based, strategic decisions and for ensuring they are adequately coordinating with the national level.
UNICEF Malawi is seeking a highly experienced, proactive, and committed Deputy Representative, Operations at the P-4 level. The Deputy Representative Operations role functions as a strategic Business Partner within the Senior Management team, working closely with the Head of the Office to ensure optimal management of resources, operations, and programmatic activities. As UNICEF Malawi’s Deputy Representative Operations, you will be responsible for application of UNICEF’s global policies and implementing best practices in management and driving innovative approaches to enhance office performance. This role is essential for aligning UNICEF assets with sound management principles and practices, office priorities and goals, all with the ultimate aim of achieving meaningful and lasting results for children in Malawi.
Under the general supervision of the Chief Health Section, the Programme Budget Officer provide professional technical assistance and support for program design, planning and implementation, management and evaluation of program/project activities, analysis of funding data (allocation and expenditure) and reporting on the use of funds and their justification.
The Security Associate reports to the SO (Security Officer) for supervision. The Security Associate provides technical, operational and administrative assistance to the Supervisor in support of their role as it relates to ensuring the safety and security of personnel and their eligible family members as well as the safeguarding of UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station. In carrying out the below duties the incumbent is expected to follow instructions precisely and in strict compliance with supervisor’s instructions and UN Security related policies, rules and procedures
The Security Associate reports to the SO (Security Officer) for supervision. The Security Associate provides technical, operational and administrative assistance to the Supervisor in support of their role as it relates to ensuring the safety and security of personnel and their eligible family members as well as the safeguarding of UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station. In carrying out the below duties the incumbent is expected to follow instructions precisely and in strict compliance with supervisor’s instructions and UN Security related policies, rules and procedures
The Office of Innovation, in Stockholm, Sweden has openings for 3 positions of Programme Associate at the GS6 level.
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the programme associate supports the respective section (s) by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor their country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
The Chief Adolescent Development supports country office programming processes by providing expert technical advice and operational support to country office colleagues and internal and external partners and stakeholders to ensure that adolescent development and participation established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international treaties/framework and UN intergovernmental bodies, are integrated in UNICEF’s advocacy, policies, programmes and humanitarian work. There is a strong expectation of upstream and cross-sectoral engagement to influence government policy and strategy, to ensure ADAP priorities are properly anchored in broader EU accession reforms and sector-wide approaches and that influence relevant resource streams (including those going directly into national budgets) to achieve results for adolescents and youth in Ukraine.
UNICEF Pacific is in search of a dedicated and proactive local Consultant for Samoa. The purpose of this assignment is to enhance the understanding of the rights of persons with disabilities among key national stakeholders, such as participating UN organizations, government stakeholders, OPDs, and civil society, and additional stakeholders, such as development partners. In doing so, the capacities to implement disability inclusive development approaches in the country and region are strengthened.
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. 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 personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
You are accountable for leading and managing a team of People and Culture professionals in the complex operating environment and emergency context of Sudan. Your role is to provide strategic, effective, and risk-informed People and Culture support and services to enhance the capacity of the clients in delivering on business goals and objectives. In doing so, you demonstrate the ability to create an environment in which staff anticipate People and Culture-related needs and develop plans and solutions that align People and Culture management with business objectives. Additionally, this position serves as a key strategic advisor to the leadership of UNICEF Sudan, helping to spearhead UNICEF’s global People and Culture transformation.
UNICEF Supply Division (SD) has identified strengthening national vaccine procurement practices as a key component of its approach to supporting Gavi transitioning and other middle-income countries (MICs) in ensuring sustainable access to and timely supply of affordable vaccines. To this end, UNICEF Supply Division has been supporting countries by facilitating such learning via multiple projects, including hosting the annual Vaccine Procurement Forum (VPF) since 2015, and establishing a community of practice in 2016, to further the aims of the VPPEF by initiating the Vaccine Procurement Practitioners Network (VPPN). VPPN, as a virtual community of practice primarily targeting national stakeholders in the vaccine procurement process, aims towards providing a platform for the continuous exchange of theoretical and practical knowledge, joint learning and collaborative problem-solving. Membership in the VPPN has grown over time as a result of a strategy to gradually include interested vaccine procurement practitioners from additional countries, as well as other relevant stakeholders and experts. Closely
connected to these activities is the e-learning course on strategic vaccine procurement, which provides procurement professionals the background and necessary building blocks to develop a strategic vaccine approach. All three activities are part of the overall work VC is working on to support countries to strengthen their vaccine procurement processes, ensuring access to affordable, quality assured vaccines for children. To support this effort, the consultant will support increasing visibility of the key materials for procurement strengthening activities including the VPF, VPPN, and the E-course on strategic vaccine procurement. The consultant will also support increasing visibility of other VC’s key materials such as VC standard slide deck, which is not limited to its procurement strengthening work but covering overall VC’s key activities and updates.
Under the close supervision and guidance of the supervisor, you support the respective section(s) by carrying out a range of procedural, administrative, and operational tasks to help develop, implement, and monitor their country programme, ensuring timely and effective delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
UNICEF Brazil is looking for a Procurement Assistant to work in Brasilia. A Procurement Assistant is predominantly accountable for applying a broad range of specialized rules and procedures to provide procurement support to all areas of the Brazil Office. The Procurement Assistant’s client interface focuses on the coordination and planning of routine supply chain activities, including the transportation of goods and materials, purchase orders, contracts, delivery, and payments. These relationships are important to ensure that deadlines are met and that work results adhere to regulations, rules, and guidelines The procurement assistant impact directly affects the quality and timeliness of the delivery of a range of different services for which the unit is accountable.
This job opportunity is presential and for Brazilians only or candidates with a work permit for Brazil.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF Brazil is searching for a professional with strong experience in fundraising focused on philanthropy (foundations, major donors, member-based, and faith-based organizations) with expertise in development of partnerships strategies that leverage the resources and support UNICEF programmes to achieve results for children. The person will be based in São Paulo and work in coordination with the UNICEF Brasilia Office, the Regional and Global Philanthropy Teams.
UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children.
This post is temporary for 364 days and presential in São Paulo, Brazil.
UNICEF Ghana country office is seeking the services of an experienced individual with passion to make a difference in the lives of every child. This individual will work as Programme Associate, on a Fixed-Term appointment at GS 6 level in the Accra Office. S/he will support by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor the country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations and will also work in close collaboration with a range of staff in the Office, external partners and agency counterparts in support of programme design and delivery.
This position will be supervised by the Programme Monitoring & Evaluation (PM&E) Specialist
Are you passionate about improving access to clean water and sanitation for children and communities? UNICEF Madagascar is looking for a dedicated WASH Specialist (MEAL) to drive the monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) efforts within the WASH programme in Madagascar. In this role, you will play a key part in designing and overseeing impactful WASH interventions, collaborating with government bodies, NGOs, and local partners to ensure high-quality, sustainable results for children’s health and well-being. As the WASH Specialist, you will have the opportunity to lead monitoring and evaluation systems, provide technical support to enhance programme implementation, and contribute to emergency WASH preparedness and response efforts. You’ll also drive innovation in the sector, creating solutions to address water and sanitation challenges, while strengthening partnerships and advocating for critical WASH funding. If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for making a lasting impact, this role offers you the chance to contribute to UNICEF’s mission to help every child survive, thrive, and reach their full potential.
UNICEF's Emergency Preparedness Platform (EPP) serves as the central online tool utilized by over 130 offices worldwide. Its primary role is facilitating preparedness planning and monitoring, thus fostering enhanced readiness for emergency response efforts. EPP guides UNICEF offices through a structured and standardized preparedness planning process, encompassing risk analysis, scenario definitions, and identifying necessary actions to prepare for an effective humanitarian response. Building on the successes of previous versions, the EPP 3.0 version aims to enable more efficient and accurate preparedness planning and monitoring, improved preparedness for response, enhanced collaboration and communication among team members, greater flexibility and accessibility for users, and the ability to analyze and utilize data for quick decision making. The Emergency Preparedness Specialist will during 60% of his/her time support EPP 3.0 platform development as Product Owner. He/she will represent RAPS and be accountable for the backlog and for the fluid liaison with ICTD and development teams on a daily/hourly basis. During the remaining 40% of his/her time, the Emergency Preparedness Specialist will support the work of the preparedness unit in ensuring notably the effective implementation of technical assistance related to preparedness in ROs and COs. Spearheading capacity-building initiatives for governments in priority countries, focusing on government preparedness/DRR together with Program Group and ROs will also be a priority working direction for the incumbent of the position.
The Specialist provides technical and operational support for developing a systematic, planned and evidence-based strategy and process for SBC as an integral part of programme development, planning and implementation. Through communication and engagement, as well as the empowerment and participation of stakeholders, communities, children, civil society partners, and government counterparts, s/he promotes measurable behavioral and social change/mobilization. This subsequently contributes to the achievement of sustainable and concrete results in improving children’s rights, survival and wellbeing in the country.
The Chief, Social and Behaviour Change reports to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. The Chief, SBC is responsible for developing a systematic, planned and evidence-based strategy and process for SBC as an integral part of programme development, planning and implementation. Through the use of appropriate social and behavioural science, as well as the empowerment and participation of stakeholders, communities, children, civil society partners and government counterparts, s/he promotes measurable behavioral and social change/mobilization. This subsequently contributes to the achievement of sustainable and concrete results on improving children’s rights, survival and well-being in the country.
