UNICEF Pacific is in search of a dedicated and proactive international Consultant. The consultant will be seconded to the Fiji MHMS and deployed to the government premises (TBC). S/he will work under supervision of UNICEF Health and Nutrition Specialist and MHMS focal person on EMTCT, in close coordination with all other relevant MHMS officials and the UNICEF Maternal and Child Health Specialist, on a day-to-day basis. The consultant will be based in Suva, Fiji with field missions within the country.
The Supply and Logistics Associate under the supervision of the Operations Officer, performs highly skilled work on UNICEF supply chains, and manages the more complex cases and client requests, which frequently requires the evaluation of difficult situations and adaptation of procedures and processes to resolve such cases. This is the senior GS level for specialized supply chain work and requires advanced specialized knowledge acquired through formal training and experience.
The Child Protection Officer reports to the Child Protection Chief for close guidance and supervision and provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for the child protection programmes/projects through the application of theoretical and technical skills in researching, collecting, analyzing, and presenting technical programme information while learning organizational rules, regulations and procedures to support the development and formulation of the Child Protection Programme within the Country Programme.
UNICEF is a global leader in advocating for the rights and wellbeing of every child, and it relies heavily on its dedicated staff and partnerships to achieve its mission. The Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) division, based in Geneva, is responsible for private-sector fundraising, engagement, and partnerships, playing a crucial role in generating resources to support UNICEF’s work.
To enhance the efficiency, retention, and career development of its staff, UNICEF Geneva aims to improve and formalize the career development pathways within PFP and other related Divisions, specifically the Division of Global Communication and Advocacy (DGCA), Public Partnerships Division (PPD) and Generation Unlimited (Gen U). These four Divisions collectively form the Partnership Cone, which coordinates fundraising, advocacy, and public-private partnerships to support UNICEF’s goals.
As part of UNICEF’s ongoing efforts to support staff development and build a more effective organization, a comprehensive approach to career path development within the Partnership Cone is critical. Therefore, UNICEF is seeking a consultant to conduct research and propose structured career paths, helping align staff growth with organizational needs and long-term goals.
The consultant will develop reports on data analysis and produce data products based on data collection and visualization as per programme requirements.
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.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide technical assistance in designing, managing, implementing, monitoring, and reporting the progress of education programmes in partnership with national counterparts, regional partners, colleagues, and other partners, and in line with federal and regional priorities.
Under the overall guidance and direction of the Chief of Field office (NO-D) and in consultation with the Chief of Learning and Development (P5), the Specialist will support the Education Programme by working across the Access, Quality and Skills outcome areas which focus improving universal access to and equitable and inclusive primary, pre-primary, secondary and alternative skills development learning programmes for out-of-school children and adolescents and ensuring quality and relevance in education, including foundational learning, relevant pedagogical approaches.
Primarily, the Education Specialist will provide technical guidance, programme development and planning, programme implementation, coordination, monitoring, resource mobilization, advocacy as well as innovation, knowledge management and capacity building support all with the aim of contributing to improved learning outcomes, especially for disadvantaged and vulnerable children and adolescents in the region. The Specialist will also collaborate cross-sectoral as relevant on issues related to, gender, education in emergencies, protection, mental health, addressing social norms, climate resilience and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene in Schools (WinS).
The BECR work plan aims to effectively support UNICEF efforts to achieve child rights outcomes in the digital environment, with a focus on influencing and fostering responsible business practices and accelerating actions in the business ecosystem to safeguard and protect all children's rights in digital contexts.
UNICEF Zimbabwe is inviting applications for a national individual to provide an evaluation review of the integrated Primary and Secondary Fairs through Outreach.
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
We are excited to present the opportunity for the role of Immunization Specialist – Pandemic Preparedness and Response at UNICEF. In this position, you will be instrumental in ensuring the efficient mobilization of UNICEF’s resources and expertise in vaccine-related responses.
UNICEF Uzbekistan is seeking a qualified National Consultant with a relevant background to support the implementation of the Neonatal Care Program across perinatal centers, which will act under the guidance of the Chief of Health and Development and direct supervision of the Health Specialist.
UNICEF Uzbekistan is seeking a qualified National Consultant to support the program’s implementation across perinatal centers. The consultant will be working under the guidance of the Chief of Health and Development and direct supervision of the Health Specialist.
As part of the Vision 2030 initiative, the consultant will support UNICEF in data collection, aggregation, and analysis of key neonatal resuscitation indicators, ensuring that each perinatal center is progressing toward impactful, measurable outcomes in neonatal and maternal care.
The Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA) is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our dynamic team as the Regional Adviser, Social & Behavior Change. Under the direct supervision and general guidance of the Deputy Regional Director and in close collaboration with Regional Advisers, the incumbent will be responsible for the design, management, execution, monitoring and evaluation of regional strategies related to the program Social and Behavior Change (SBC). The successful candidate will also provide expert advice, technical support and quality assurance to country offices in South Asia Region on policies, operational strategies and M&E tools related to SBC. The adviser will provide expert guidance to accelerate and sustain results in gender equality, social inclusion, child survival, development, learning achievements and protection. If you are passionate and committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you!
The Child Protection Officer reports to the Chief of Field Office with close technical guidance of the Chief of Child Protection. Together the Chief of Field Office and the Chief of Child Protection guide the Child Protection Officer to acquire organizational knowledge of rules, regulations and processes to supplement academic and theoretical knowledge of the profession for upward mobility to higher responsibilities.
The Child Protection Officer provides professional technical, operational, and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for the child protection programs/projects through the application of theoretical and technical skills in researching, collecting, analyzing, and presenting technical program information while learning organizational rules, regulations, and procedures to support the development and formulation of the Child Protection Programme within the Country Programme.
UNICEF's Division of Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) in Geneva is pivotal to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outlined in the organization’s 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. The division focuses on maximizing private sector fundraising, partnerships, and engagement. Central to these efforts is the Innovative Financing for Children (IF4C) function, which develops and implements innovative financing mechanisms to mobilize resources for children's welfare globally. These initiatives address critical issues such as climate change, environmental sustainability, and disaster risk reduction, targeting the most vulnerable and marginalized children and adolescents. The IF4C team plays a crucial role in driving these efforts forward through strategic private sector engagements.
UNICEF's Division of Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) in Geneva is pivotal to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outlined in the organization’s 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. The division focuses on maximizing private sector fundraising, partnerships, and engagement. Central to these efforts is the Innovative Financing for Children (IF4C) function, which develops and implements innovative financing mechanisms to mobilize resources for children's welfare globally. These initiatives address critical issues such as climate change, environmental sustainability, and disaster risk reduction, targeting the most vulnerable and marginalized children and adolescents. The IF4C team plays a crucial role in driving these efforts forward through strategic private sector engagements.
The Special Representative serves as the representative of UNICEF in the State of Palestine and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Special Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Palestinian Government to develop and implement the framework of cooperation in the State of Palestine as part of the Area Programme Document (APD) for Palestinian children and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF APD in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies. The Special Representative is also responsible for leading engagement with the Israeli Government who – due to the occupation context and protracted conflict – has responsibilities towards children in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
As Head of a large-size Office, the Special Representative is responsible for providing leadership and vision to the UNICEF Office in the State of Palestine team, which is now split into three locations and managing and leveraging resources for the achievement of results and realization of the rights of children. The Special Representative leads and oversees the various programme sectors and operations teams ensuring delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity. The Special Representative is accountable for upholding UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability, and ensuring the establishment and maintenance of a non-discriminatory, inclusive and nurturing working environment for all staff and personnel, to enable them to effectively and efficiently deliver high-quality results for children.
UNICEF Pacific is in search of a dedicated and proactive international Consultant. The consultant will be seconded to the Fiji MHMS and deployed to the government premises (TBC). S/he will work under supervision of UNICEF Health and Nutrition Specialist and MHMS focal person on EMTCT, in close coordination with all other relevant MHMS officials and the UNICEF Maternal and Child Health Specialist, on a day-to-day basis. The consultant will be based in Suva, Fiji with field missions within the country.
The Supply and Logistics Associate under the supervision of the Operations Officer, performs highly skilled work on UNICEF supply chains, and manages the more complex cases and client requests, which frequently requires the evaluation of difficult situations and adaptation of procedures and processes to resolve such cases. This is the senior GS level for specialized supply chain work and requires advanced specialized knowledge acquired through formal training and experience.
The Child Protection Officer reports to the Child Protection Chief for close guidance and supervision and provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for the child protection programmes/projects through the application of theoretical and technical skills in researching, collecting, analyzing, and presenting technical programme information while learning organizational rules, regulations and procedures to support the development and formulation of the Child Protection Programme within the Country Programme.
UNICEF is a global leader in advocating for the rights and wellbeing of every child, and it relies heavily on its dedicated staff and partnerships to achieve its mission. The Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) division, based in Geneva, is responsible for private-sector fundraising, engagement, and partnerships, playing a crucial role in generating resources to support UNICEF’s work.
To enhance the efficiency, retention, and career development of its staff, UNICEF Geneva aims to improve and formalize the career development pathways within PFP and other related Divisions, specifically the Division of Global Communication and Advocacy (DGCA), Public Partnerships Division (PPD) and Generation Unlimited (Gen U). These four Divisions collectively form the Partnership Cone, which coordinates fundraising, advocacy, and public-private partnerships to support UNICEF’s goals.
As part of UNICEF’s ongoing efforts to support staff development and build a more effective organization, a comprehensive approach to career path development within the Partnership Cone is critical. Therefore, UNICEF is seeking a consultant to conduct research and propose structured career paths, helping align staff growth with organizational needs and long-term goals.
The consultant will develop reports on data analysis and produce data products based on data collection and visualization as per programme requirements.
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.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide technical assistance in designing, managing, implementing, monitoring, and reporting the progress of education programmes in partnership with national counterparts, regional partners, colleagues, and other partners, and in line with federal and regional priorities.
Under the overall guidance and direction of the Chief of Field office (NO-D) and in consultation with the Chief of Learning and Development (P5), the Specialist will support the Education Programme by working across the Access, Quality and Skills outcome areas which focus improving universal access to and equitable and inclusive primary, pre-primary, secondary and alternative skills development learning programmes for out-of-school children and adolescents and ensuring quality and relevance in education, including foundational learning, relevant pedagogical approaches.
Primarily, the Education Specialist will provide technical guidance, programme development and planning, programme implementation, coordination, monitoring, resource mobilization, advocacy as well as innovation, knowledge management and capacity building support all with the aim of contributing to improved learning outcomes, especially for disadvantaged and vulnerable children and adolescents in the region. The Specialist will also collaborate cross-sectoral as relevant on issues related to, gender, education in emergencies, protection, mental health, addressing social norms, climate resilience and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene in Schools (WinS).
The BECR work plan aims to effectively support UNICEF efforts to achieve child rights outcomes in the digital environment, with a focus on influencing and fostering responsible business practices and accelerating actions in the business ecosystem to safeguard and protect all children's rights in digital contexts.
UNICEF Zimbabwe is inviting applications for a national individual to provide an evaluation review of the integrated Primary and Secondary Fairs through Outreach.
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
We are excited to present the opportunity for the role of Immunization Specialist – Pandemic Preparedness and Response at UNICEF. In this position, you will be instrumental in ensuring the efficient mobilization of UNICEF’s resources and expertise in vaccine-related responses.
UNICEF Uzbekistan is seeking a qualified National Consultant with a relevant background to support the implementation of the Neonatal Care Program across perinatal centers, which will act under the guidance of the Chief of Health and Development and direct supervision of the Health Specialist.
UNICEF Uzbekistan is seeking a qualified National Consultant to support the program’s implementation across perinatal centers. The consultant will be working under the guidance of the Chief of Health and Development and direct supervision of the Health Specialist.
As part of the Vision 2030 initiative, the consultant will support UNICEF in data collection, aggregation, and analysis of key neonatal resuscitation indicators, ensuring that each perinatal center is progressing toward impactful, measurable outcomes in neonatal and maternal care.
The Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA) is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our dynamic team as the Regional Adviser, Social & Behavior Change. Under the direct supervision and general guidance of the Deputy Regional Director and in close collaboration with Regional Advisers, the incumbent will be responsible for the design, management, execution, monitoring and evaluation of regional strategies related to the program Social and Behavior Change (SBC). The successful candidate will also provide expert advice, technical support and quality assurance to country offices in South Asia Region on policies, operational strategies and M&E tools related to SBC. The adviser will provide expert guidance to accelerate and sustain results in gender equality, social inclusion, child survival, development, learning achievements and protection. If you are passionate and committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you!
The Child Protection Officer reports to the Chief of Field Office with close technical guidance of the Chief of Child Protection. Together the Chief of Field Office and the Chief of Child Protection guide the Child Protection Officer to acquire organizational knowledge of rules, regulations and processes to supplement academic and theoretical knowledge of the profession for upward mobility to higher responsibilities.
The Child Protection Officer provides professional technical, operational, and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for the child protection programs/projects through the application of theoretical and technical skills in researching, collecting, analyzing, and presenting technical program information while learning organizational rules, regulations, and procedures to support the development and formulation of the Child Protection Programme within the Country Programme.
UNICEF's Division of Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) in Geneva is pivotal to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outlined in the organization’s 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. The division focuses on maximizing private sector fundraising, partnerships, and engagement. Central to these efforts is the Innovative Financing for Children (IF4C) function, which develops and implements innovative financing mechanisms to mobilize resources for children's welfare globally. These initiatives address critical issues such as climate change, environmental sustainability, and disaster risk reduction, targeting the most vulnerable and marginalized children and adolescents. The IF4C team plays a crucial role in driving these efforts forward through strategic private sector engagements.
UNICEF's Division of Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) in Geneva is pivotal to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outlined in the organization’s 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. The division focuses on maximizing private sector fundraising, partnerships, and engagement. Central to these efforts is the Innovative Financing for Children (IF4C) function, which develops and implements innovative financing mechanisms to mobilize resources for children's welfare globally. These initiatives address critical issues such as climate change, environmental sustainability, and disaster risk reduction, targeting the most vulnerable and marginalized children and adolescents. The IF4C team plays a crucial role in driving these efforts forward through strategic private sector engagements.
The Special Representative serves as the representative of UNICEF in the State of Palestine and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Special Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Palestinian Government to develop and implement the framework of cooperation in the State of Palestine as part of the Area Programme Document (APD) for Palestinian children and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF APD in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies. The Special Representative is also responsible for leading engagement with the Israeli Government who – due to the occupation context and protracted conflict – has responsibilities towards children in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
As Head of a large-size Office, the Special Representative is responsible for providing leadership and vision to the UNICEF Office in the State of Palestine team, which is now split into three locations and managing and leveraging resources for the achievement of results and realization of the rights of children. The Special Representative leads and oversees the various programme sectors and operations teams ensuring delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity. The Special Representative is accountable for upholding UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability, and ensuring the establishment and maintenance of a non-discriminatory, inclusive and nurturing working environment for all staff and personnel, to enable them to effectively and efficiently deliver high-quality results for children.
