This initiative aims to build a future-ready WASH workforce capable of delivering the ambition of the WASH-GAP programme. It focuses on strengthening the capacity of UNICEF WASH professionals to drive systems transformation, engage effectively with markets and the private sector, and navigate complex financing environments. The initiative promotes continuous learning, structured talent development, and gender equality, including greater gender parity and women’s leadership across the WASH workforce. Through this effort, several key results are expected.
UNICEF Nepal country office is looking for experienced professional to provide technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the WASH programming process across Madhesh province (or the provinces covered by Janakpur Field Office).
The UNICEF Nigeria is seeking for a qualified WASH Officer to support the planning, implementation, monitoring and documentation of WASH programmes that contribute to improved access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene for children and communities, especially the most vulnerable.
UNICEF Bolivia requiere contratar los servicios de un/una profesional para el servicio de consultoría para Asistencia Técnica en emergencias y seguimiento a la ejecución del Plan de Trabajo y Programa de Saneamiento Sostenible Descentralizado Rural. La consultoría tiene una duración de 196 días y sede en La Paz; se prevé viajes al interior del país.
UNICEF trabaja en algunos de los lugares más difíciles del mundo para llegar a los niños más desfavorecidos: Para salvar sus vidas, para defender sus derechos, para ayudarlos a desarrollar todo su potencial. En 190 países y territorios, trabajamos por cada niño, en todas partes, todos los días, para construir un mundo mejor para todos, y nunca nos rendimos. ¡Trabajamos para la niñez con Esperanza!
¿CÓMO PUEDE HACER LA DIFERENCIA?:
El objetivo de la consultoría es brindar asistencia técnica al Viceministerio de Recursos Hídricos, Riego, Agua Potable y Saneamiento Básico para fortalecer la coordinación sectorial, la preparación y respuesta ante emergencias en Agua, Saneamiento e Higiene (ASeH), así como el seguimiento técnico a la ejecución del Programa de Saneamiento Sostenible Descentralizado Rural (PSSDR) y del Plan de Trabajo institucional, con el fin de promover servicios de agua, saneamiento e higiene seguros, accesibles y equitativos para toda la población.
Education: Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in Social Sciences, Public Health, Nutrition, Disaster/Emergency Management, Communication, or another field relevant to the post. Advanced university degree is desirable.Experience: A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in programme formulation, planning, management and evaluation, including experience in emergency programme management and operations.Proven experience in programming with and for children and young people in emergency and post-emergency situations is required.Proven experience working with, or in close coordination with, the Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and other national and local counterparts.Versatility, sound judgement and maturity, with the ability to work effectively in a team and to cope with stressful and difficult conditions, including political and cultural sensitivity.Current knowledge of emergency response issues and policies, as well as social programming policies and procedures in international development cooperation.Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and to establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.Language Requirements: Fluency in Spanish and English is required.
El/la Oficial de Construcción es el responsable de brindar apoyo técnico a las actividades de construcción de la oficina de país. El apoyo técnico a los proyectos de construcción incluye la planificación, el apoyo a los procesos de adquisiciones, así como el monitoreo de las obras de construcción en terreno. La persona titular colabora estrechamente con las áreas de Programas y Operaciones de UNICEF para definir intervenciones de construcción que respondan a las necesidades programáticas y contribuyan al logro de resultados para la niñez
UNICEF is seeking a Nutrition Data Consultant to strengthen the quality, harmonization and use of nutrition data through the development of two consolidated databases covering nutrition assessments and wasting programming data. The consultant will support global analysis and reporting, including contributions to the Global Report on Food Crises (GRFC) 2027 and Child Nutrition Report (CNR) 2027. The consultancy will also establish robust data foundations to enable greater automation, AI-assisted analysis, visualization and more efficient evidence-based decision-making.
The Programme Assistant (G5) is positioned in the Programme Section, reporting directly to the Chief of Field Office. This position carries cross-sectoral functions of programme planning and operations, ensuring seamless coordination between technical teams, operations units, and external partners/service providers. Depending on programme priorities, the Incumbent may be positioned in sector-specific teams (e.g., Health, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, WASH) or in crosscutting initiatives (e.g., equity, emergency response).
Benin is a lower-middle-income country that faces multiple challenges in ensuring the rights of every child. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), it experiences significant disparities between urban and rural areas, as well as between girls and boys. Since 1977, UNICEF has been working closely with the Government, civil society, development partners, young people, and communities to improve access to education, healthcare, child protection, water, sanitation, nutrition, and social policies that benefit children.The 2024-2026 Country Programme places particular emphasis on girls’ education, protection against violence, community health, and the fight against child labour. Through its offices in Cotonou, Natitingou, and Parakou, UNICEF works alongside the most vulnerable communities to deliver tangible and sustainable results for children.UNICEF Benin is seeking a Programme Associate to help make a lasting difference in the lives of children in Benin.
The Senior Programme Associate (G‑7) is embedded within the Programme Section, reporting to Chief of field Office, the Section Chief or a Principal Programme Specialist/Manager. Positioned at the functional categories of technical, operational, and financial areas the incumbent partners closely with other teams/sections (Program, Operations, Finance, Supply), as well as with external stakeholders (government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors), and HQ-based units to implement strategic priorities into concrete activities on the ground. Depending on programme needs of the hiring office, the role may span sectoral portfolios (e.g., WASH, Nutrition, Education) or cross‑cutting themes (e.g., emergency preparedness).
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Janakpur Field Office the Senior Programme Associate supports leading and coordinating programme support functions across the project cycle, specializing in planning, budgeting, CSO partnership management, monitoring, reporting, and closing‑out financial commitments. The role ensures that programme activities are technically robust, financially sound, and fully compliant with UNICEF policies and donor agreement. The incumbent of this position contributes to informed decisions by presenting synthesized data, flagging risks, and recommending corrective measures, to achieve results aligning with programme goals. The role ensures quality programme financial management, compliance with UNICEF policies, effective utilization of resources, and coordination with government and implementing partners. Janakpur field office engaged with Province, local government to provide technical and financial support in program implementation, capacity building and system strengthening and government and managed different sector program management and partnership (Heath, Nutrition, WASH, Child protection, SPG, Education, Planning/DRR, SBC etc.)
As the Adolescent Health Specialist, you will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise in advancing adolescent health and well-being as a core component of UNICEF’s global health agenda.You will lead efforts to strengthen systems for adolescent-responsive health services and to promote integrated, life-course approaches that address adolescents’ unique needs. This includes advancing multisectoral programming across health, nutrition, education, protection, and WASH, with a focus on sexual and reproductive health, mental health, substance use prevention, early interventions to reduce non-communicable disease risks, and HIV prevention.
Reporting to the Deputy Representative Operations, you will lead UNICEF's end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring the timely, efficient and accountable delivery of goods, services and construction works that enable programme results for children.You will oversee supply planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, inventory management, logistics, and distribution in line with UNICEF policies and ethical standards. You will manage and develop the supply team, foster strong internal and external collaboration, and provide strategic technical support to governments to strengthen national supply chain systems. You will also drive innovation, promote local market development, and enhance supply chain performance to improve efficiency and value for money. In emergencies, you will lead logistics preparedness and response by developing operational strategies, coordinating with key partners, and ensuring business continuity. Your leadership will strengthen operational resilience, mitigate supply chain risks, and directly contribute to achieving impactful and sustainable results for children.
Bhutan is increasingly experiencing the impacts of climate change, with rising temperature variability, changing weather patterns, and growing pressure on natural resources affecting children’s learning environments. Many schools, particularly in remote areas, rely heavily on fuelwood for cooking and heating, contributing to deforestation and indoor air pollution. At the same time, frequent power outages and inefficient energy systems disrupt teaching and learning, limit access to digital education, and compromise safety. School infrastructure is often not climate resilient. Poor insulation, lack of heating or cooling, and inadequate lighting affect student comfort, concentration, and performance, while weak waste management systems pose environmental and health risks.
The consultant will provide strategic programming and design, technical guidance and support to UNICEF and government partners to operationalize the Climate Smart School Initiative, oversee technical quality, support strengthening stakeholder coordination, develop implementation frameworks, support capacity building, establish monitoring systems, and contribute to national scale-up of climate-smart school models.
UNICEF Nigeria Field Office in Kano is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Nutrition Officer (Diets and Practices) and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team
The consultancy will identify and recommend an efficient, inclusive, and financially sustainable management model for the rehabilitated Sports Complex and computer room in Bissau. It will also develop a practical sustainability plan covering operations, maintenance, waste management, financial viability, and community engagement to ensure long-term functionality and positive community impact.
Asistencia técnica para el diseño de dos propuestas de indicador de cobertura efectiva del Programa de Alimentación Escolar (PAE) y de sus respectivas estrategias de recolección de información nominal o desagregada
Objetivo general: Desarrollar dos propuestas de indicadores de cobertura efectiva del Programa de Alimentación Escolar (PAE) y sus respectivas estrategias de recolección de información desagregada a nivel individual, sustentadas en el análisis de las condiciones operativas, institucionales y tecnológicas de la prestación, y evaluar su viabilidad para implementación.
Análisis del presupuesto público asignado y ejecutado y de la cadena de abastecimiento de las intervenciones del PPoR DIT para la prevención y reducción de la anemia infantil para los Gobiernos Regionales de Loreto, Puno y Piura.
Objetivo general: Identificar oportunidades de mejora en los procesos de formulación y ejecución presupuestal y de abastecimiento de las intervenciones para prevenir y reducir la anemia infantil en tres Gobiernos Regionales con alta prevalencia de este problema de salud pública (Loreto, Puno y Piura) y proponer recomendaciones para fortalecer estos procesos, y así contribuir al logro de resultados en la lucha contra la anemia infantil.
UNICEF Zambia Country Office seeks to recruit a graduate student intern to support the Social Policy section, particularly the Public Finance Management team, in developing and populating an internal online dashboard on child wellbeing and social sector financing. The intern will help compile, clean, organize and visualize data from national surveys and budget documents, ensuring that the dashboard is user-friendly, updateable and useful for UNICEF programme planning, advocacy and engagement with government and partners.
The primary purpose of this consultancy is to hire an international expert to provide technical support to conduct a needs assessment on how digital tools, including AI, can support the uptake of the newly developed teaching and learning materials and the structured pedagogical approach introduced to the pre-primary and primary school teachers and head teachers in Sierra Leone. The findings will inform next steps—such as development of new tools or content, training on existing or new tools, small-scale investments in new solutions, or other options based on the results.
This initiative aims to build a future-ready WASH workforce capable of delivering the ambition of the WASH-GAP programme. It focuses on strengthening the capacity of UNICEF WASH professionals to drive systems transformation, engage effectively with markets and the private sector, and navigate complex financing environments. The initiative promotes continuous learning, structured talent development, and gender equality, including greater gender parity and women’s leadership across the WASH workforce. Through this effort, several key results are expected.
UNICEF Nepal country office is looking for experienced professional to provide technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the WASH programming process across Madhesh province (or the provinces covered by Janakpur Field Office).
The UNICEF Nigeria is seeking for a qualified WASH Officer to support the planning, implementation, monitoring and documentation of WASH programmes that contribute to improved access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene for children and communities, especially the most vulnerable.
UNICEF Bolivia requiere contratar los servicios de un/una profesional para el servicio de consultoría para Asistencia Técnica en emergencias y seguimiento a la ejecución del Plan de Trabajo y Programa de Saneamiento Sostenible Descentralizado Rural. La consultoría tiene una duración de 196 días y sede en La Paz; se prevé viajes al interior del país.
UNICEF trabaja en algunos de los lugares más difíciles del mundo para llegar a los niños más desfavorecidos: Para salvar sus vidas, para defender sus derechos, para ayudarlos a desarrollar todo su potencial. En 190 países y territorios, trabajamos por cada niño, en todas partes, todos los días, para construir un mundo mejor para todos, y nunca nos rendimos. ¡Trabajamos para la niñez con Esperanza!
¿CÓMO PUEDE HACER LA DIFERENCIA?:
El objetivo de la consultoría es brindar asistencia técnica al Viceministerio de Recursos Hídricos, Riego, Agua Potable y Saneamiento Básico para fortalecer la coordinación sectorial, la preparación y respuesta ante emergencias en Agua, Saneamiento e Higiene (ASeH), así como el seguimiento técnico a la ejecución del Programa de Saneamiento Sostenible Descentralizado Rural (PSSDR) y del Plan de Trabajo institucional, con el fin de promover servicios de agua, saneamiento e higiene seguros, accesibles y equitativos para toda la población.
Education: Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in Social Sciences, Public Health, Nutrition, Disaster/Emergency Management, Communication, or another field relevant to the post. Advanced university degree is desirable.Experience: A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in programme formulation, planning, management and evaluation, including experience in emergency programme management and operations.Proven experience in programming with and for children and young people in emergency and post-emergency situations is required.Proven experience working with, or in close coordination with, the Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and other national and local counterparts.Versatility, sound judgement and maturity, with the ability to work effectively in a team and to cope with stressful and difficult conditions, including political and cultural sensitivity.Current knowledge of emergency response issues and policies, as well as social programming policies and procedures in international development cooperation.Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and to establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.Language Requirements: Fluency in Spanish and English is required.
El/la Oficial de Construcción es el responsable de brindar apoyo técnico a las actividades de construcción de la oficina de país. El apoyo técnico a los proyectos de construcción incluye la planificación, el apoyo a los procesos de adquisiciones, así como el monitoreo de las obras de construcción en terreno. La persona titular colabora estrechamente con las áreas de Programas y Operaciones de UNICEF para definir intervenciones de construcción que respondan a las necesidades programáticas y contribuyan al logro de resultados para la niñez
UNICEF is seeking a Nutrition Data Consultant to strengthen the quality, harmonization and use of nutrition data through the development of two consolidated databases covering nutrition assessments and wasting programming data. The consultant will support global analysis and reporting, including contributions to the Global Report on Food Crises (GRFC) 2027 and Child Nutrition Report (CNR) 2027. The consultancy will also establish robust data foundations to enable greater automation, AI-assisted analysis, visualization and more efficient evidence-based decision-making.
The Programme Assistant (G5) is positioned in the Programme Section, reporting directly to the Chief of Field Office. This position carries cross-sectoral functions of programme planning and operations, ensuring seamless coordination between technical teams, operations units, and external partners/service providers. Depending on programme priorities, the Incumbent may be positioned in sector-specific teams (e.g., Health, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, WASH) or in crosscutting initiatives (e.g., equity, emergency response).
Benin is a lower-middle-income country that faces multiple challenges in ensuring the rights of every child. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), it experiences significant disparities between urban and rural areas, as well as between girls and boys. Since 1977, UNICEF has been working closely with the Government, civil society, development partners, young people, and communities to improve access to education, healthcare, child protection, water, sanitation, nutrition, and social policies that benefit children.The 2024-2026 Country Programme places particular emphasis on girls’ education, protection against violence, community health, and the fight against child labour. Through its offices in Cotonou, Natitingou, and Parakou, UNICEF works alongside the most vulnerable communities to deliver tangible and sustainable results for children.UNICEF Benin is seeking a Programme Associate to help make a lasting difference in the lives of children in Benin.
The Senior Programme Associate (G‑7) is embedded within the Programme Section, reporting to Chief of field Office, the Section Chief or a Principal Programme Specialist/Manager. Positioned at the functional categories of technical, operational, and financial areas the incumbent partners closely with other teams/sections (Program, Operations, Finance, Supply), as well as with external stakeholders (government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors), and HQ-based units to implement strategic priorities into concrete activities on the ground. Depending on programme needs of the hiring office, the role may span sectoral portfolios (e.g., WASH, Nutrition, Education) or cross‑cutting themes (e.g., emergency preparedness).
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Janakpur Field Office the Senior Programme Associate supports leading and coordinating programme support functions across the project cycle, specializing in planning, budgeting, CSO partnership management, monitoring, reporting, and closing‑out financial commitments. The role ensures that programme activities are technically robust, financially sound, and fully compliant with UNICEF policies and donor agreement. The incumbent of this position contributes to informed decisions by presenting synthesized data, flagging risks, and recommending corrective measures, to achieve results aligning with programme goals. The role ensures quality programme financial management, compliance with UNICEF policies, effective utilization of resources, and coordination with government and implementing partners. Janakpur field office engaged with Province, local government to provide technical and financial support in program implementation, capacity building and system strengthening and government and managed different sector program management and partnership (Heath, Nutrition, WASH, Child protection, SPG, Education, Planning/DRR, SBC etc.)
As the Adolescent Health Specialist, you will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise in advancing adolescent health and well-being as a core component of UNICEF’s global health agenda.You will lead efforts to strengthen systems for adolescent-responsive health services and to promote integrated, life-course approaches that address adolescents’ unique needs. This includes advancing multisectoral programming across health, nutrition, education, protection, and WASH, with a focus on sexual and reproductive health, mental health, substance use prevention, early interventions to reduce non-communicable disease risks, and HIV prevention.
Reporting to the Deputy Representative Operations, you will lead UNICEF's end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring the timely, efficient and accountable delivery of goods, services and construction works that enable programme results for children.You will oversee supply planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, inventory management, logistics, and distribution in line with UNICEF policies and ethical standards. You will manage and develop the supply team, foster strong internal and external collaboration, and provide strategic technical support to governments to strengthen national supply chain systems. You will also drive innovation, promote local market development, and enhance supply chain performance to improve efficiency and value for money. In emergencies, you will lead logistics preparedness and response by developing operational strategies, coordinating with key partners, and ensuring business continuity. Your leadership will strengthen operational resilience, mitigate supply chain risks, and directly contribute to achieving impactful and sustainable results for children.
Bhutan is increasingly experiencing the impacts of climate change, with rising temperature variability, changing weather patterns, and growing pressure on natural resources affecting children’s learning environments. Many schools, particularly in remote areas, rely heavily on fuelwood for cooking and heating, contributing to deforestation and indoor air pollution. At the same time, frequent power outages and inefficient energy systems disrupt teaching and learning, limit access to digital education, and compromise safety. School infrastructure is often not climate resilient. Poor insulation, lack of heating or cooling, and inadequate lighting affect student comfort, concentration, and performance, while weak waste management systems pose environmental and health risks.
The consultant will provide strategic programming and design, technical guidance and support to UNICEF and government partners to operationalize the Climate Smart School Initiative, oversee technical quality, support strengthening stakeholder coordination, develop implementation frameworks, support capacity building, establish monitoring systems, and contribute to national scale-up of climate-smart school models.
UNICEF Nigeria Field Office in Kano is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Nutrition Officer (Diets and Practices) and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team
The consultancy will identify and recommend an efficient, inclusive, and financially sustainable management model for the rehabilitated Sports Complex and computer room in Bissau. It will also develop a practical sustainability plan covering operations, maintenance, waste management, financial viability, and community engagement to ensure long-term functionality and positive community impact.
Asistencia técnica para el diseño de dos propuestas de indicador de cobertura efectiva del Programa de Alimentación Escolar (PAE) y de sus respectivas estrategias de recolección de información nominal o desagregada
Objetivo general: Desarrollar dos propuestas de indicadores de cobertura efectiva del Programa de Alimentación Escolar (PAE) y sus respectivas estrategias de recolección de información desagregada a nivel individual, sustentadas en el análisis de las condiciones operativas, institucionales y tecnológicas de la prestación, y evaluar su viabilidad para implementación.
Análisis del presupuesto público asignado y ejecutado y de la cadena de abastecimiento de las intervenciones del PPoR DIT para la prevención y reducción de la anemia infantil para los Gobiernos Regionales de Loreto, Puno y Piura.
Objetivo general: Identificar oportunidades de mejora en los procesos de formulación y ejecución presupuestal y de abastecimiento de las intervenciones para prevenir y reducir la anemia infantil en tres Gobiernos Regionales con alta prevalencia de este problema de salud pública (Loreto, Puno y Piura) y proponer recomendaciones para fortalecer estos procesos, y así contribuir al logro de resultados en la lucha contra la anemia infantil.
UNICEF Zambia Country Office seeks to recruit a graduate student intern to support the Social Policy section, particularly the Public Finance Management team, in developing and populating an internal online dashboard on child wellbeing and social sector financing. The intern will help compile, clean, organize and visualize data from national surveys and budget documents, ensuring that the dashboard is user-friendly, updateable and useful for UNICEF programme planning, advocacy and engagement with government and partners.
The primary purpose of this consultancy is to hire an international expert to provide technical support to conduct a needs assessment on how digital tools, including AI, can support the uptake of the newly developed teaching and learning materials and the structured pedagogical approach introduced to the pre-primary and primary school teachers and head teachers in Sierra Leone. The findings will inform next steps—such as development of new tools or content, training on existing or new tools, small-scale investments in new solutions, or other options based on the results.
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