UNICEF Mozambique is seeking a motivated, experienced and dynamic Child Protection Manager (Child Protection in Emergencies), P4 level to join its Pemba Field Office. The position is crucial for overseeing the national strategic vision on CAAC, coordinating with line ministries (Defense, Police, Justice, MTGAS), heads of agencies, and ambassadors. The Child Protection Manager will also be responsible for managing the child protection portfolio in Cabo Delgado which includes complex grants and integrated programming. If you meet the requirements and you are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply.
UNV programme contribute to peace and development through volunteerism worldwide. UNICEF operates in a complex humanitarian and development setting, where timely delivery of supplies and services is critical to program success. The logistics function plays a key role of ensuring that operational and programmatic needs are met effectively, efficiently, and sustainably. The coordinator will be part of the logistics team and will support coordination implementations of supply chain operations.
The primary objective of this evaluation is to assess the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, coherence, and sustainability of UNICEF Iran’s private sector engagement and partnership strategy since 2022. The evaluation will generate evidence on how this strategic portfolio has contributed to achieving programmatic and organizational outcomes for children and provide actionable recommendations to enhance the quality and impact of future private sector engagements.
The overarching aim of this consultancy is to support the analysis and benchmarking for the SDGs related to children as part of the development of the report “Progress on Children’s Well-Being”, including the life-course index. The work is to be carried out using GitHub, our database, and in collaboration with the sectoral data managers/analysts in D&A. The consultant will work on country briefs/ factsheets based on the report on the benchmarking and, separately, on the life course. The consultant will enhance and automate the existing R-based workflow to generate standardized factsheets across multiple countries as well as the production of charts for the report.
The consultant will be responsible for writing syntax, maintaining the GitHub repository, and supporting the publication process in collaboration with the PEG team. All code and documentation will be prepared to ensure long-term scalability and reproducibility of the process.
Under the supervision of the Risks and compliance Manager, the Risk and Compliance Officer will be supporting in strengthening risk assurance and compliance efforts in UNICEF Nigeria. He / She will be asked to support in providing complementary expertise, and monitoring related to the management of risks, including but not limited to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of risk management practices at a process, systems, and entity level. He / she will ensure the achievement of risk management objectives follows organizational rules and regulations, and acceptable ethical behavior; internal control; information and technology security; sustainability; and quality assurance. Moreover, he / she will provide support in the analysis and reporting on the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and internal controls
UNICEF RDC recrute un(e) consultant(e) international(e) expérimenté(e) pour appuyer le processus participatif du CLAC (Cadre Logique d’Action Climatique), en étroite collaboration avec le Ministère de l’Environnement et du Développement Durable (MEDD) et les ministères sectoriels concernés.
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The Health Specialist (MHPSS) role is situated in the Ukraine Country Office and reports directly to the Chief of Health and Nutrition. This position is essential for bridging health-focused MHPSS programming with broader organizational goals, ensuring a comprehensive approach to mental health and psychosocial support by integrating efforts across both internal sectors and external partnerships. The Health Specialist supports MHPSS programming primarily within the health sector while coordinating with other crucial UNICEF sectors such as education, child protection, Adolescent Development and Participation (ADAP), and Social and Behavior Change (SBC). This role also entails significant collaboration with external entities, including government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders, to embed MHPSS into their programs, thereby fostering a unified approach to health and well-being across various sectors.
Additionally, the Specialist is instrumental in shaping and influencing national MHPSS policies. By offering expert guidance to external stakeholders such as the national MHPSS coordination center, Ministry of Health, educational leaders, and community organizations, the Specialist ensures that MHPSS initiatives are harmoniously integrated into the broader health and social systems. This effort is complemented by UNICEF’s collaboration with the “All-Ukraine Health Program”, which aims to establish a far-reaching support network impacting various societal dimensions.
Unicef Papua New Guinea is looking for a motivated national consultant to support the National Department of Health in the review of existing training manuals and the development of National Training Manuals (Facilitators and Participants) that are aligned to the revised WHO guidelines on the NEW Signals Functions for the delivery of quality Emergency Obstetric, Maternal and Newborn Care.
UNICEF Maldives has an exciting career opportunity for a Child Protection Officer, at NOA level, (Temporary Appointment) for 1 year. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply!
UNICEF Mozambique is seeking a skilled and innovative Education Specialist (Digital Learning) to join our team. The Specialist will, under the direct guidance of the Chief of Education, and in close coordination with other section output leads, staff in the field offices, as well as the T4D Specialist in the office, translate UNICEF’s ambition in this area into concrete actions with a focus on integrating technology into the education system for flexible learning. If you meet the requirements and you are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply.
UNICEF Skopje, North Macedonia is looking for an international consultant to support the development of the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Curriculum for preschool education in North Macedonia. This is a home-based consultancy with four travels to the country, as per the travel plan indicated in the VA. The duration is eighteen months with a total of 70 working days.
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Office of Innovation is currently seeking applications from eligible applicants for Project Management Consultant to develop key outputs across innovation portfolios to support scaling.
The United Nations Children’s Fund in Cambodia is looking for an international consultant to support the Department of Drugs and Food (DDF), Ministry of Health (MoH) of Cambodia, in revising the Guidelines on the Management of Medicines, Medical Equipment and Health Products. These guidelines, originally developed to strengthen supply chain practices at the Health Centre, Operational District and Referral Hospital levels, require updating to reflect current policies, practices, and supply chain system improvements.
The international consultant will lead the development, provide strategic oversight and high-level technical guidance to support the revision of the guidelines and training materials, and the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job aids. The international consultant will work closely with the UNICEF supply chain team, a national consultant, MoH, Core Working Group and key stakeholders to ensure the guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), job aids and training materials are practical, evidence-based, and aligned with the current national context and international standards. In particular, the international consultant will work in collaboration with the national consultant, providing technical leadership and guidance on international best practice to ensure the quality and strategic alignment of all deliverables. This work is critical to improving the availability, accountability, and safe management of essential medicines and medical supplies in primary healthcare facilities.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference for children in Cambodia, UNICEF would like to hear from you.
The United Nations Children’s Fund in Cambodia is looking for a Cambodian national consultant to support the Department of Drugs and Food (DDF), Ministry of Health (MoH), in revising the Guidelines on the Management of Medicines, Medical Equipment and Health Products. These guidelines, originally developed to strengthen supply chain practices at the Health Centre, Operational District and Referral Hospital levels, require updating to reflect current policies, practices, and supply chain system improvements.
The national consultant will work closely with the UNICEF supply chain team, international consultant, MoH, Core Working Group and key stakeholders to revise the guidelines and training materials and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job aids, ensuring they are practical, evidence-based, and aligned with the current national context and international standards. In particular, the national consultant will work in collaboration with the international consultant to ensure contextual relevance, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and support English-Khmer translation to enable effective incorporation of technical inputs into the deliverables. This work is critical to improving the availability, accountability, and safe management of essential medicines and medical supplies in primary healthcare facilities.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference for children in Cambodia, UNICEF would like to hear from you.
UNICEF Yemen is seeking a highly skilled and experienced consultant to support the establishment a scalable and impactful program that empowers Yemeni youth by:
Program Model Development: Design a comprehensive program model.
Partnership Development: Identify and recommend partnerships with key local stakeholders, such as local NGOs, youth centres, tech hubs, training institutes, and potentially private sector companies in Yemen.
Payment Solutions: Research and recommend a viable solution for participants to receive international payments.
Monitoring, Learning & Evaluation Framework: Develop a detailed M&E framework with clear key performance indicators.
Pilot and Learning: pilot end-to-end digital skilling, microwork value chain and business model. Based on learning from the pilot, develop a scale-up plan.
The NOB Climate Change officer is based in Bishkek and will lead the strategic development and coordination of the Climate, Energy, Environment, and Disaster Risk Reduction (CEED) initiatives with a primary focus on climate change.
Analizar los principales riesgos e impactos del cambio climático sobre niñas, niños, adolescentes y jóvenes (NNAJ), los marcos de gobernanza, financiamiento, políticas y programas existentes, y proponer recomendaciones para fortalecer la acción climática centrada en la infancia en Ecuador.
Specific objectives of this evaluation are as follows:
1. To assess how relevant UNICEF’s strategic positioning and conceptual approach to transferable skills development is, including its alignment with global and national education and skills agendas.
2. To assess whether UNICEF transferable skills framework(s) meet the emerging needs of all adolescents, and young people, and sufficiently target marginalized groups (Leave No One Behind), such as girls, most deprived and urban poor.
3. To examine the coherence , and progress towards intended results of UNICEF-supported programming on transferable skills across different countries and regional contexts, with attention to the contribution of UNICEF inputs on delivery mechanisms, and partnerships.
4. To determine the extent to which UNICEF commitment to partner governments and other stakeholders on transferable skills development have been met, as well as the factors that have enabled or hindered these efforts and lessons learned.
The UNICEF Strategic Plan (2022–2025) outlines the organization’s vision for achieving results for children by 2030 and provides a global roadmap for all UNICEF offices, country programmes, and National Committees. One of the core elements of the Strategic Plan is Goal Area 2, which focuses on ensuring that “Every child, including adolescents, learns and acquires skills for the future.” Within this goal area, Result Area 2 emphasizes the importance of children and adolescents developing life skills, digital skills, transferable skills, and vocational skills to prepare them for the future.
This corporate evaluation aims to generate systematic evidence on the extent to which UNICEF has supported countries in promoting the acquisition of transferable skills that will enable children, adolescents, and young people to be responsible and productive citizens. The evaluation will assess the conceptual underpinnings of UNICEF-supported transferable skills programmes, and the coherence of commitments made to programme countries. It will also examine intermediate outcomes and provide forward-looking recommendations for programme improvements.
To deliver on its mandate, UNICEF’s WASH in Emergency and Fragile Contexts Unit is looking for an experienced WASH in Public Health Emergencies expert to reinforce its WASH and IPC capacities for public health events and infectious disease outbreaks that have the potential to result in a Public Health Emergency. The consultant will work under the supervision of the Senior WASH Advisor, WiEFC Unit, and in a close working relationship with UNICEF PHE Unit and Supply Division teams and the Health Care Facility/hand Hygiene Expert in the PG WASH Team.
UNICEF Mozambique is seeking a motivated, experienced and dynamic Child Protection Manager (Child Protection in Emergencies), P4 level to join its Pemba Field Office. The position is crucial for overseeing the national strategic vision on CAAC, coordinating with line ministries (Defense, Police, Justice, MTGAS), heads of agencies, and ambassadors. The Child Protection Manager will also be responsible for managing the child protection portfolio in Cabo Delgado which includes complex grants and integrated programming. If you meet the requirements and you are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply.
UNV programme contribute to peace and development through volunteerism worldwide. UNICEF operates in a complex humanitarian and development setting, where timely delivery of supplies and services is critical to program success. The logistics function plays a key role of ensuring that operational and programmatic needs are met effectively, efficiently, and sustainably. The coordinator will be part of the logistics team and will support coordination implementations of supply chain operations.
The primary objective of this evaluation is to assess the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, coherence, and sustainability of UNICEF Iran’s private sector engagement and partnership strategy since 2022. The evaluation will generate evidence on how this strategic portfolio has contributed to achieving programmatic and organizational outcomes for children and provide actionable recommendations to enhance the quality and impact of future private sector engagements.
The overarching aim of this consultancy is to support the analysis and benchmarking for the SDGs related to children as part of the development of the report “Progress on Children’s Well-Being”, including the life-course index. The work is to be carried out using GitHub, our database, and in collaboration with the sectoral data managers/analysts in D&A. The consultant will work on country briefs/ factsheets based on the report on the benchmarking and, separately, on the life course. The consultant will enhance and automate the existing R-based workflow to generate standardized factsheets across multiple countries as well as the production of charts for the report.
The consultant will be responsible for writing syntax, maintaining the GitHub repository, and supporting the publication process in collaboration with the PEG team. All code and documentation will be prepared to ensure long-term scalability and reproducibility of the process.
Under the supervision of the Risks and compliance Manager, the Risk and Compliance Officer will be supporting in strengthening risk assurance and compliance efforts in UNICEF Nigeria. He / She will be asked to support in providing complementary expertise, and monitoring related to the management of risks, including but not limited to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of risk management practices at a process, systems, and entity level. He / she will ensure the achievement of risk management objectives follows organizational rules and regulations, and acceptable ethical behavior; internal control; information and technology security; sustainability; and quality assurance. Moreover, he / she will provide support in the analysis and reporting on the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and internal controls
UNICEF RDC recrute un(e) consultant(e) international(e) expérimenté(e) pour appuyer le processus participatif du CLAC (Cadre Logique d’Action Climatique), en étroite collaboration avec le Ministère de l’Environnement et du Développement Durable (MEDD) et les ministères sectoriels concernés.
Vous souhaitez contribuer à un avenir meilleur pour les enfants de la RDC ?
Rejoignez-nous et mettez votre savoir-faire au service d’une initiative ambitieuse et porteuse de changement.
The Health Specialist (MHPSS) role is situated in the Ukraine Country Office and reports directly to the Chief of Health and Nutrition. This position is essential for bridging health-focused MHPSS programming with broader organizational goals, ensuring a comprehensive approach to mental health and psychosocial support by integrating efforts across both internal sectors and external partnerships. The Health Specialist supports MHPSS programming primarily within the health sector while coordinating with other crucial UNICEF sectors such as education, child protection, Adolescent Development and Participation (ADAP), and Social and Behavior Change (SBC). This role also entails significant collaboration with external entities, including government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders, to embed MHPSS into their programs, thereby fostering a unified approach to health and well-being across various sectors.
Additionally, the Specialist is instrumental in shaping and influencing national MHPSS policies. By offering expert guidance to external stakeholders such as the national MHPSS coordination center, Ministry of Health, educational leaders, and community organizations, the Specialist ensures that MHPSS initiatives are harmoniously integrated into the broader health and social systems. This effort is complemented by UNICEF’s collaboration with the “All-Ukraine Health Program”, which aims to establish a far-reaching support network impacting various societal dimensions.
Unicef Papua New Guinea is looking for a motivated national consultant to support the National Department of Health in the review of existing training manuals and the development of National Training Manuals (Facilitators and Participants) that are aligned to the revised WHO guidelines on the NEW Signals Functions for the delivery of quality Emergency Obstetric, Maternal and Newborn Care.
UNICEF Maldives has an exciting career opportunity for a Child Protection Officer, at NOA level, (Temporary Appointment) for 1 year. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply!
UNICEF Mozambique is seeking a skilled and innovative Education Specialist (Digital Learning) to join our team. The Specialist will, under the direct guidance of the Chief of Education, and in close coordination with other section output leads, staff in the field offices, as well as the T4D Specialist in the office, translate UNICEF’s ambition in this area into concrete actions with a focus on integrating technology into the education system for flexible learning. If you meet the requirements and you are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply.
UNICEF Skopje, North Macedonia is looking for an international consultant to support the development of the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Curriculum for preschool education in North Macedonia. This is a home-based consultancy with four travels to the country, as per the travel plan indicated in the VA. The duration is eighteen months with a total of 70 working days.
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Office of Innovation is currently seeking applications from eligible applicants for Project Management Consultant to develop key outputs across innovation portfolios to support scaling.
The United Nations Children’s Fund in Cambodia is looking for an international consultant to support the Department of Drugs and Food (DDF), Ministry of Health (MoH) of Cambodia, in revising the Guidelines on the Management of Medicines, Medical Equipment and Health Products. These guidelines, originally developed to strengthen supply chain practices at the Health Centre, Operational District and Referral Hospital levels, require updating to reflect current policies, practices, and supply chain system improvements.
The international consultant will lead the development, provide strategic oversight and high-level technical guidance to support the revision of the guidelines and training materials, and the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job aids. The international consultant will work closely with the UNICEF supply chain team, a national consultant, MoH, Core Working Group and key stakeholders to ensure the guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), job aids and training materials are practical, evidence-based, and aligned with the current national context and international standards. In particular, the international consultant will work in collaboration with the national consultant, providing technical leadership and guidance on international best practice to ensure the quality and strategic alignment of all deliverables. This work is critical to improving the availability, accountability, and safe management of essential medicines and medical supplies in primary healthcare facilities.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference for children in Cambodia, UNICEF would like to hear from you.
The United Nations Children’s Fund in Cambodia is looking for a Cambodian national consultant to support the Department of Drugs and Food (DDF), Ministry of Health (MoH), in revising the Guidelines on the Management of Medicines, Medical Equipment and Health Products. These guidelines, originally developed to strengthen supply chain practices at the Health Centre, Operational District and Referral Hospital levels, require updating to reflect current policies, practices, and supply chain system improvements.
The national consultant will work closely with the UNICEF supply chain team, international consultant, MoH, Core Working Group and key stakeholders to revise the guidelines and training materials and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job aids, ensuring they are practical, evidence-based, and aligned with the current national context and international standards. In particular, the national consultant will work in collaboration with the international consultant to ensure contextual relevance, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and support English-Khmer translation to enable effective incorporation of technical inputs into the deliverables. This work is critical to improving the availability, accountability, and safe management of essential medicines and medical supplies in primary healthcare facilities.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference for children in Cambodia, UNICEF would like to hear from you.
UNICEF Yemen is seeking a highly skilled and experienced consultant to support the establishment a scalable and impactful program that empowers Yemeni youth by:
Program Model Development: Design a comprehensive program model.
Partnership Development: Identify and recommend partnerships with key local stakeholders, such as local NGOs, youth centres, tech hubs, training institutes, and potentially private sector companies in Yemen.
Payment Solutions: Research and recommend a viable solution for participants to receive international payments.
Monitoring, Learning & Evaluation Framework: Develop a detailed M&E framework with clear key performance indicators.
Pilot and Learning: pilot end-to-end digital skilling, microwork value chain and business model. Based on learning from the pilot, develop a scale-up plan.
The NOB Climate Change officer is based in Bishkek and will lead the strategic development and coordination of the Climate, Energy, Environment, and Disaster Risk Reduction (CEED) initiatives with a primary focus on climate change.
Analizar los principales riesgos e impactos del cambio climático sobre niñas, niños, adolescentes y jóvenes (NNAJ), los marcos de gobernanza, financiamiento, políticas y programas existentes, y proponer recomendaciones para fortalecer la acción climática centrada en la infancia en Ecuador.
Specific objectives of this evaluation are as follows:
1. To assess how relevant UNICEF’s strategic positioning and conceptual approach to transferable skills development is, including its alignment with global and national education and skills agendas.
2. To assess whether UNICEF transferable skills framework(s) meet the emerging needs of all adolescents, and young people, and sufficiently target marginalized groups (Leave No One Behind), such as girls, most deprived and urban poor.
3. To examine the coherence , and progress towards intended results of UNICEF-supported programming on transferable skills across different countries and regional contexts, with attention to the contribution of UNICEF inputs on delivery mechanisms, and partnerships.
4. To determine the extent to which UNICEF commitment to partner governments and other stakeholders on transferable skills development have been met, as well as the factors that have enabled or hindered these efforts and lessons learned.
The UNICEF Strategic Plan (2022–2025) outlines the organization’s vision for achieving results for children by 2030 and provides a global roadmap for all UNICEF offices, country programmes, and National Committees. One of the core elements of the Strategic Plan is Goal Area 2, which focuses on ensuring that “Every child, including adolescents, learns and acquires skills for the future.” Within this goal area, Result Area 2 emphasizes the importance of children and adolescents developing life skills, digital skills, transferable skills, and vocational skills to prepare them for the future.
This corporate evaluation aims to generate systematic evidence on the extent to which UNICEF has supported countries in promoting the acquisition of transferable skills that will enable children, adolescents, and young people to be responsible and productive citizens. The evaluation will assess the conceptual underpinnings of UNICEF-supported transferable skills programmes, and the coherence of commitments made to programme countries. It will also examine intermediate outcomes and provide forward-looking recommendations for programme improvements.
To deliver on its mandate, UNICEF’s WASH in Emergency and Fragile Contexts Unit is looking for an experienced WASH in Public Health Emergencies expert to reinforce its WASH and IPC capacities for public health events and infectious disease outbreaks that have the potential to result in a Public Health Emergency. The consultant will work under the supervision of the Senior WASH Advisor, WiEFC Unit, and in a close working relationship with UNICEF PHE Unit and Supply Division teams and the Health Care Facility/hand Hygiene Expert in the PG WASH Team.
