The purpose of this consultancy is to support acceleration of nutrition social and behaviour change (SBC), community engagement, and programme visibility initiatives. The consultant will support the implementation of evidence-based communication and social mobilization strategies that increase demand for nutrition services.
The EU SARAH programme and GAVI HSS3 programme (2025–2026) support the strengthening of Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health (SRMCH) services and primary health care systems through State Primary Health Care Development Agencies (PHCDAs). As part of these initiatives, the Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfer (HACT)/Implementing Partnership Management (IPM) team will provide financial management system strengthening support to PHCDAs in EU SARAH states (Adamawa, Kwara, and Sokoto) and GAVI Health System Strengthening 3 (HSS3) states i.e. Bayelsa, Kano, Kebbi, Kaduna, Sokoto, and Zamfara). To support the effective delivery of this work, a Financial Management Consultant is required.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and dynamic person to work in the role of Programme Associate in the Health Section 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 EU launched the programme titled ”Strengthening Access to Reproductive and Adolescent Health (SARAH)" in Nigeria in 2024 to contribute to sustainable demographic transition and Universal Health Coverage by supporting gender and adolescent-responsive integrated Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health in three states namely Adamawa, Kwara & Sokoto.
As an integral part of health system strengthening initiative, the HACT team will be providing financial management system strengthening support to the three PHCDAs in Adamawa, Kwara & Sokoto respectively. To provide effective technical support to Adamawa state Ministry of Health (MOH) and Primary Health Care Development Agency (PHCDA), a FSS Associate consultant needs to be recruited accordingly.
The UNICEF Startup Lab, implemented under the KOICA-UNICEF Accelerating Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Ghana initiative, is a six-month accelerator programme that supports technology-enabled social impact startups advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for children and young people in Ghana. To ensure continuity of the UNICEF Startup Lab programme and sustain its long-term impact beyond the current implementation phase, UNICEF is recruiting a national consultant to support the coordination, management, and strategic transition of the programme. The national consultant will play a key role in maintaining momentum of the Startup Lab’s activities, strengthening relationships with ecosystem stakeholders, and supporting the institutional transition of the Startup Lab into the Ghana-Korea Impact Centre of Excellence at the University of Ghana.
The Chief, Nutrition reports to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. The Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of the nutrition programme, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of results. The Chief is also responsible for leading and managing the Nutrition team, along with strong collaboration with the Health and WASH sections on CSD imperatives, and other sections on cross-sectoral programmes. The Chief is accountable for ensuring that concrete and sustainable results in maternal, infant and child nutrition programmes are achieved in accordance with plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and dynamic person to work in the role of Social Behaviour Change Specialist (Polio) 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 communications Officer is responsible to develop and implement DFAM’s communication strategy, S/He reports on the divisional goals, objectives, results and priorities as well as supports the same for the Operations Community of Practice. The incumbent networks and collaborates closely with the DFAM senior management team to ensure continuity’s and relevance communication of key initiatives, preparing the relevant communication products and channel to reach the relevant audience. The incumbent will be responsible for multiple communications output, managing engagement strategies and content on DFAM’s digital channels.The impact of the role is significant to support the Division of Financial and Administrative Management’s and the Comptroller’s implementation of the divisional communication strategy as well as that of the global operations functions to ensure effective and timely communication of key initiatives, policies, procedures, and results. Inaccurate or delayed reporting could also impact the achievement of the goals and objectives of other UNICEF divisions relying on DFAM.
The Deputy Executive Director, Humanitarian Action and Supply Operations, is one of four Deputy Executive Directors who advises and assists the Executive Director of UNICEF in the overall direction and strategic leadership of the organization, with particular focus on humanitarian policy and response and the delivery and sustainable access to essential products and services for children in need.
The purpose of the Manager Digital Internal Audit Services is to advise on, facilitate, oversee, and coordinate implementation of the Digital audit strategy, assess digital risks and controls across UNICEF’s digital landscape, and manage the execution of digital audit engagements.
Consultancy to provide technical support to advance large-scale food fortification (LSFF) and iodine nutrition agenda in West and Central Africa (WCAR), Child Nutrition and Development Practice, UNICEF; Nairobi, Kenya, 10.5 months, Office based in Abuja, Nigeria (with travel across West Africa / Member States)
UNICEF is seeking a Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection Systems) based in Nairobi to support the expansion of inclusive, child-sensitive and shock-resilient social protection systems. The role contributes to UNICEF’s Strategic Plan by strengthening national systems through technical assistance, capacity development, policy advice, and knowledge management. Working within the Global Programme Division, the Specialist will support Country and Regional Offices and their partners, with a particular focus on Sub‑Saharan Africa, to improve programme design, implementation, and monitoring. The position also engages with regional and global partners to advance policy reform, evidence generation, and partnerships that enhance equitable access to social protection for children and families.
As part of its efforts to reduce the number of OOSC children, the Federal Ministry of Education through the Director of Basic Education has requested UNICEF to support the development of the OOSC policy and strategy for Nigeria.
This will be built on the OOSC Framework that was developed in 2022 while incorporating emerging evidence and the changing context since 2022. The consultant will also work with FME, State governments and partners to map the number and location of non-formal learning centers.
To support this request from FME, UNICEF seeks a consultant to undertake the work which will contribute to UNICEF’s country programme for 2026 – 2027.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide high-quality statistical, geospatial, and policy analyses of the Nigeria MICS7 dataset, and where relevant, integrate it with other national datasets to generate evidence-based insights and high-quality knowledge products that support decision-making across the specified thematic areas.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office, based in Abuja, is looking for a talented and dedicated Senior Finance Associate to join its team. We invite applications from motivated professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children. If you are committed to humanitarian action and driving meaningful results, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dynamic team.
The Website, Editorial and Governance Section within UNICEF’s Division of Global Communication and Advocacy (DGCA) is seeking to hire a consultant with specialized web editorial, Content Management System, and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) expertise as well as knowledge of humanitarian communications and issues related to child rights
and youth participation.
The consultant will support digital communication and content development for Phase I of UNICEF’s “Child Rights, Safety and Inclusion in the Digital Environment” agenda, as well as rapid-response emergency and evergreen content priorities on unicef.org.
The “Child Rights, Safety and Inclusion in the Digital Environment” area of work focuses on advancing children’s rights in the digital environment, including issues related to digital governance, artificial intelligence, online safety, platform accountability, children’s data rights, social media, digital inclusion, and the participation of parents, children and
young people in decisions shaping digital spaces. The agenda requires the development of public-facing digital content that translates complex policy, advocacy and research materials into clear, engaging and accessible web products for global audiences.
Join UNICEF’s Generation Unlimited (GenU) team and help shape the future of digital livelihoods for young people around the world. As the Innovation Specialist, Youth Agency Marketplace (YOMA), you will lead the coordination, technical management and partnership delivery of YOMA, GenU’s global digital platform connecting young people to learning, employment, entrepreneurship and social impact opportunities. Working with governments, private sector partners, technology providers, donors, UNICEF Country Offices and youth-serving organizations, you will drive the implementation of YOMA’s technology roadmap, strengthen Youth Digital Identity (YoID) integration, advance YOMA’s transition as a Digital Public Good, and support country adoption across a growing global ecosystem.
UNICEF is seeking experienced consultants to help countries identify and reach zero-dose and under-vaccinated children by conducting coverage and equity assessments, developing targeted immunization strategies, and strengthening integrated health services. Consultants will provide technical expertise to reduce immunization inequities, improve routine vaccination systems, and support sustainable, data-driven solutions for underserved populations, including those in remote, urban, and humanitarian settings.
As part of its efforts to support the coordination of foundational learning in Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Education,
through the Director of Basic Education, has requested UNICEF to support the development of the FLN Policy for Nigeria.
This will build on the identified gaps in the FLN Landscape analysis and other evidence on FLN implementation across the
states. The consultant will also work with FME, State governments, and partners to map the number and location of nonformal learning centers.
UNICEF is seeking a consultant to develop a Strategic Roadmap that strengthens its global knowledge, learning, and thought leadership on social and behaviour change (SBC) for preventing harmful practices such as female genital mutilation (FGM) and child marriage. Building on UNICEF’s extensive investments in evidence, tools, partnerships, and innovative approaches, the roadmap will identify opportunities to enhance collaboration, knowledge sharing, innovation, and the use of evidence across global and country programmes.
The consultancy will support UNICEF’s efforts to accelerate the elimination of harmful practices by 2030, strengthen its role as a global leader and convener in SBC, and provide practical recommendations for advancing learning, partnerships, visibility, and technical excellence in this field.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support acceleration of nutrition social and behaviour change (SBC), community engagement, and programme visibility initiatives. The consultant will support the implementation of evidence-based communication and social mobilization strategies that increase demand for nutrition services.
The EU SARAH programme and GAVI HSS3 programme (2025–2026) support the strengthening of Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health (SRMCH) services and primary health care systems through State Primary Health Care Development Agencies (PHCDAs). As part of these initiatives, the Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfer (HACT)/Implementing Partnership Management (IPM) team will provide financial management system strengthening support to PHCDAs in EU SARAH states (Adamawa, Kwara, and Sokoto) and GAVI Health System Strengthening 3 (HSS3) states i.e. Bayelsa, Kano, Kebbi, Kaduna, Sokoto, and Zamfara). To support the effective delivery of this work, a Financial Management Consultant is required.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and dynamic person to work in the role of Programme Associate in the Health Section 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 EU launched the programme titled ”Strengthening Access to Reproductive and Adolescent Health (SARAH)" in Nigeria in 2024 to contribute to sustainable demographic transition and Universal Health Coverage by supporting gender and adolescent-responsive integrated Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health in three states namely Adamawa, Kwara & Sokoto.
As an integral part of health system strengthening initiative, the HACT team will be providing financial management system strengthening support to the three PHCDAs in Adamawa, Kwara & Sokoto respectively. To provide effective technical support to Adamawa state Ministry of Health (MOH) and Primary Health Care Development Agency (PHCDA), a FSS Associate consultant needs to be recruited accordingly.
The UNICEF Startup Lab, implemented under the KOICA-UNICEF Accelerating Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Ghana initiative, is a six-month accelerator programme that supports technology-enabled social impact startups advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for children and young people in Ghana. To ensure continuity of the UNICEF Startup Lab programme and sustain its long-term impact beyond the current implementation phase, UNICEF is recruiting a national consultant to support the coordination, management, and strategic transition of the programme. The national consultant will play a key role in maintaining momentum of the Startup Lab’s activities, strengthening relationships with ecosystem stakeholders, and supporting the institutional transition of the Startup Lab into the Ghana-Korea Impact Centre of Excellence at the University of Ghana.
The Chief, Nutrition reports to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. The Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of the nutrition programme, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of results. The Chief is also responsible for leading and managing the Nutrition team, along with strong collaboration with the Health and WASH sections on CSD imperatives, and other sections on cross-sectoral programmes. The Chief is accountable for ensuring that concrete and sustainable results in maternal, infant and child nutrition programmes are achieved in accordance with plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and dynamic person to work in the role of Social Behaviour Change Specialist (Polio) 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 communications Officer is responsible to develop and implement DFAM’s communication strategy, S/He reports on the divisional goals, objectives, results and priorities as well as supports the same for the Operations Community of Practice. The incumbent networks and collaborates closely with the DFAM senior management team to ensure continuity’s and relevance communication of key initiatives, preparing the relevant communication products and channel to reach the relevant audience. The incumbent will be responsible for multiple communications output, managing engagement strategies and content on DFAM’s digital channels.The impact of the role is significant to support the Division of Financial and Administrative Management’s and the Comptroller’s implementation of the divisional communication strategy as well as that of the global operations functions to ensure effective and timely communication of key initiatives, policies, procedures, and results. Inaccurate or delayed reporting could also impact the achievement of the goals and objectives of other UNICEF divisions relying on DFAM.
The Deputy Executive Director, Humanitarian Action and Supply Operations, is one of four Deputy Executive Directors who advises and assists the Executive Director of UNICEF in the overall direction and strategic leadership of the organization, with particular focus on humanitarian policy and response and the delivery and sustainable access to essential products and services for children in need.
The purpose of the Manager Digital Internal Audit Services is to advise on, facilitate, oversee, and coordinate implementation of the Digital audit strategy, assess digital risks and controls across UNICEF’s digital landscape, and manage the execution of digital audit engagements.
Consultancy to provide technical support to advance large-scale food fortification (LSFF) and iodine nutrition agenda in West and Central Africa (WCAR), Child Nutrition and Development Practice, UNICEF; Nairobi, Kenya, 10.5 months, Office based in Abuja, Nigeria (with travel across West Africa / Member States)
UNICEF is seeking a Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection Systems) based in Nairobi to support the expansion of inclusive, child-sensitive and shock-resilient social protection systems. The role contributes to UNICEF’s Strategic Plan by strengthening national systems through technical assistance, capacity development, policy advice, and knowledge management. Working within the Global Programme Division, the Specialist will support Country and Regional Offices and their partners, with a particular focus on Sub‑Saharan Africa, to improve programme design, implementation, and monitoring. The position also engages with regional and global partners to advance policy reform, evidence generation, and partnerships that enhance equitable access to social protection for children and families.
As part of its efforts to reduce the number of OOSC children, the Federal Ministry of Education through the Director of Basic Education has requested UNICEF to support the development of the OOSC policy and strategy for Nigeria.
This will be built on the OOSC Framework that was developed in 2022 while incorporating emerging evidence and the changing context since 2022. The consultant will also work with FME, State governments and partners to map the number and location of non-formal learning centers.
To support this request from FME, UNICEF seeks a consultant to undertake the work which will contribute to UNICEF’s country programme for 2026 – 2027.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide high-quality statistical, geospatial, and policy analyses of the Nigeria MICS7 dataset, and where relevant, integrate it with other national datasets to generate evidence-based insights and high-quality knowledge products that support decision-making across the specified thematic areas.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office, based in Abuja, is looking for a talented and dedicated Senior Finance Associate to join its team. We invite applications from motivated professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children. If you are committed to humanitarian action and driving meaningful results, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dynamic team.
The Website, Editorial and Governance Section within UNICEF’s Division of Global Communication and Advocacy (DGCA) is seeking to hire a consultant with specialized web editorial, Content Management System, and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) expertise as well as knowledge of humanitarian communications and issues related to child rights
and youth participation.
The consultant will support digital communication and content development for Phase I of UNICEF’s “Child Rights, Safety and Inclusion in the Digital Environment” agenda, as well as rapid-response emergency and evergreen content priorities on unicef.org.
The “Child Rights, Safety and Inclusion in the Digital Environment” area of work focuses on advancing children’s rights in the digital environment, including issues related to digital governance, artificial intelligence, online safety, platform accountability, children’s data rights, social media, digital inclusion, and the participation of parents, children and
young people in decisions shaping digital spaces. The agenda requires the development of public-facing digital content that translates complex policy, advocacy and research materials into clear, engaging and accessible web products for global audiences.
Join UNICEF’s Generation Unlimited (GenU) team and help shape the future of digital livelihoods for young people around the world. As the Innovation Specialist, Youth Agency Marketplace (YOMA), you will lead the coordination, technical management and partnership delivery of YOMA, GenU’s global digital platform connecting young people to learning, employment, entrepreneurship and social impact opportunities. Working with governments, private sector partners, technology providers, donors, UNICEF Country Offices and youth-serving organizations, you will drive the implementation of YOMA’s technology roadmap, strengthen Youth Digital Identity (YoID) integration, advance YOMA’s transition as a Digital Public Good, and support country adoption across a growing global ecosystem.
UNICEF is seeking experienced consultants to help countries identify and reach zero-dose and under-vaccinated children by conducting coverage and equity assessments, developing targeted immunization strategies, and strengthening integrated health services. Consultants will provide technical expertise to reduce immunization inequities, improve routine vaccination systems, and support sustainable, data-driven solutions for underserved populations, including those in remote, urban, and humanitarian settings.
As part of its efforts to support the coordination of foundational learning in Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Education,
through the Director of Basic Education, has requested UNICEF to support the development of the FLN Policy for Nigeria.
This will build on the identified gaps in the FLN Landscape analysis and other evidence on FLN implementation across the
states. The consultant will also work with FME, State governments, and partners to map the number and location of nonformal learning centers.
UNICEF is seeking a consultant to develop a Strategic Roadmap that strengthens its global knowledge, learning, and thought leadership on social and behaviour change (SBC) for preventing harmful practices such as female genital mutilation (FGM) and child marriage. Building on UNICEF’s extensive investments in evidence, tools, partnerships, and innovative approaches, the roadmap will identify opportunities to enhance collaboration, knowledge sharing, innovation, and the use of evidence across global and country programmes.
The consultancy will support UNICEF’s efforts to accelerate the elimination of harmful practices by 2030, strengthen its role as a global leader and convener in SBC, and provide practical recommendations for advancing learning, partnerships, visibility, and technical excellence in this field.
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