The Consultant will contribute to the efficient planning and execution of procurement activities, ensuring timely availability
of goods and services necessary for the implementation of project components.
Specifically, the Consultant will: (i) support the preparation and review of procurement plans, tender dossiers, terms of
reference, and technical specifications in line with FAFA agreement signed by UNICEF and EU; (ii) coordinate and follow up
on tendering, evaluation, contracting, and contract management processes with relevant stakeholders; (iii) ensure proper
documentation, record-keeping, and audit readiness of all procurement and contracting files; (iv) provide guidance to the
project team and partners on applicable rules, thresholds, and compliance requirements; (v) monitor contract
implementation, including deliverables, timelines, and payments, and flag any risks or delays; (vi) support financial tracking
and reporting related to procurement activities; and (vii) closely coordinate with project team at UNICEF, implementing
partner/s and UNICEF Brussels Office (EU Development Programs section), regarding compliance and quality assurance.
Launched in 2022, the Bangsamoro Education Reform and Development Plan (BERDP) 2035 of the Ministry of
Basic, Higher, and Technical Education (MBHTE) is a long-term, comprehensive strategic framework that serves
as the first blueprint for transforming the education system in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), grounded in the Bangsamoro Education Code and aligned with the Bangsamoro Organic
Law and Sustainable Development Goal 4. It envisions a rights-based, inclusive, and culturally relevant education
system that ensures “no child is left behind” and promotes the aspiration of “one professional per Bangsamoro
family,” positioning education as a key driver of peace, moral governance, and socio-economic development.
Developed through a participatory, evidence-based process with strong support from partners such as UNICEF
and UNESCO, BERDP 2035 outlines systemic reforms in access, quality, governance, and data-driven decision making, aiming to create an equitable, resilient, and learner-centered education sector that responds to the
unique needs and identity of the Bangsamoro people. To respond to the said bottlenecks, this consultancy aims to directly provide technical expertise and support to
MBHTE in: Updating the situational analysis section of the BERDP 2035 to capture and reflect recent and current
data on education in BARMM;
• Improving the Plan’s M&E Framework by providing accurate data on baseline and targets;
• Enhancing the Plan’s Financial Framework by presenting funding requirements and budget projections that are responsive to the real needs and situation of the education sector in BARMM
• Establishing coordination mechanisms (including the establishment and activation of Bangsamoro Education Board) to monitor the operationalization of BERDP 2035.
Child marriage among Roma communities in Eastern Europe and Central Asia persists at high rates, driven by systemic exclusion rather than cultural tradition. UNICEF is seeking a consultant to produce a scoping review, a regional framework, and an advocacy policy paper targeting EU inclusion strategies. This initiative aims to equip UNICEF with evidence-based tools to ensure the protection and inclusion of Roma girls by 2030.
The purpose of the assignment is to oversee a complex, multi-year, multi-stakeholder joint programme involving UNICEF, UNTMIS HRPG/OHCHR, government counterparts, Federal Member States, national institutions, civil society, and donor partners.
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.
The consultancy aims to assess the feasibility of institutionalizing Busca Ativa Escolar as a national public policy and, if deemed viable, to develop a detailed implementation roadmap outlining the steps, resources, stakeholders, and governance arrangements required to support its adoption and implementation. This study will serve as an internal UNICEF document to guide advocacy efforts and inform planning for the next Country Programme.
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.
The purpose of this assignment is to design qualitative research methodology for consultation workshops with children in China on AI, support local implementing research partner (review findings, conduct quality control of research analysis, etc.) and write up UNICEF Innocenti report with complete analysis, discussion and recommendations
The UNICEF Data & Analytics (D&A) Education team manages foundational learning data derived from the Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys (MICS). This includes translating survey syntax into R, maintaining the GitHub repository containing processing codes, and managing a harmonized database of education indicators.
Following the release of updated Foundational Learning Skills (FLS) datasets for MICS6 and MICS7, updates are required across 44 country datasets within the internal education repository and database. For advocacy purposes, the team is also seeking to explore calculating a new indicator using this data to increase the use and visibility
The purpose of the consultancy is to strengthen UNICEF Ethiopia’s institutional knowledge management for disability inclusion by consolidating existing strategic, policy, technical, training and programme materials into an accessible, user-friendly internal library, while also producing two targeted practical products:
1. an assistive technology roadmap for livelihood interventions under the Mastercard Foundation-supported programme; and
2. an onboarding package for future specialist-level and above recruits who require a structured introduction to disability inclusion in UNICEF Ethiopia.
The Implementation Monitoring and Evaluation Division (IMED) under Ministry of Planning supports the effective implementation of the Annual Development Programme (ADP) and contributes to Bangladesh’s broader development vision. The Perspective Plan, Five-Year Plans and ADP have placed special emphasis on IMED’s role, with increasing attention to introducing results-based management norms and procedures to promote more accountable and effective implementation of ADP projects. It is against this backdrop that UNICEF is supporting IMED to develop its Monitoring and Evaluation Framework, Act and Rules to ensure effective investment and socio-economic development through monitoring and evaluation of development projects, transparency and efficiency. This initiative will strengthen results-based management, align national systems and ensure systematic generation and use of evidence in planning, budgeting, and policy decisions. UNICEF therefore is calling for applications for an international consultant to lead the assignment. The consultant will work hand in hand with a national consultant to carry out the assignment.
UNICEF Philippines seeks an accomplished digital paid media performance marketing specialist to act as a strategic
advisor, technical leader, and quality gatekeeper for all digital paid media fundraising activities.
The Consultant will enable step‑change growth in digital fundraising performance by strengthening strategy,
decision‑making, measurement rigor, and optimization discipline—ensuring that paid media investments consistently
drive high‑quality donor acquisition, with improved retention, and increased donor lifetime value (LTV).
This role is critical to scaling sustainable digital fundraising growth and will serve as advisor to the internal fundraising
teams, and external agencies.
In anticipation of the new LCO Country Program Document 2028-2032, this consultancy will support a Gender Equality and AAP Programmatic Review. The last GPR in Lebanon was conducted in 2020 during the current CPD. The Gender Equality and AAP Programmatic Review highlights how a Country Programme can strengthen gender equality programming and AAP minimum standards in alignment with the UNICEF Gender Equality Action Plan and Strategic Plan 2026–2029, and UNICEF’s AAP commitments.
The consultant will design and implement a mixed-methods evidence synthesis that reviews UNICEF’s WASH systems strengthening support in a select number of countries. The assignment will analyze how support has been delivered, what outputs were produced, what changes in systems and service outcomes are plausibly linked to UNICEF support, and what lessons should shape UNICEF’s future systems strengthening off
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.
To develop and test a public -private partnership model for expansion of the MCBP in the tea gardens, UNICEF seeks to hire a consultant who will work in close coordination with DWA, Bangladesh Tea Association (BTA) and district/ Upazilla health offices and DWA to provide technical support both at national and sub-national levels. In addition, consultant will also review the feasibility of scaling up of UNICEF supported MCBP Cash plus model in other geographic locations and develop a design document.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Education, the consultant will report directly to the Education Manager (Learning) and will be responsible for the following:
1. Lead the FME, UBEC and other agencies in in the development of Out of School Policy, strategy and implementation plan for Nigeria
2. Support the domestication of the in one state each in the North and South regions of Nigeria.
This consultation aims to conduct an in-depth market study on the menstrual hygiene products in Cameroon, with particular attention to inequities affecting adolescent girls and women in both urban, peri-urban and rural settings. The study will generate evidence to inform UNICEF Cameroon’s programme strategies on improving access to safe, affordable, quality menstrual products, while strengthening local markets, promoting sustainable and reusable solutions, and addressing socio-cultural barriers.
As a Consultant for Supply and Financing Landscaping Analysis for BEP for Maternal Nutrition based in Abuja, the incumbent will support the Child Nutrition and Development Section team and coordinate with WFP in gathering information, conducting key informant interviews and industry consultation using Supply and Financing Modules. This will include supply and financial feasibility assessments (including industry consultation findings, costing scenarios and business model options). These deliverables will not only guide maternal nutrition programming in Nigeria but also serve as a resource for informing global efforts to improve maternal nutrition globally
As a Consultant - Policy and Programme Landscaping Analysis for BEP based in Abuja, the incumbent will support the Child Nutrition and Development Section team and coordinate with WFP in conducting a comprehensive assessment using the global BEP tool with consumers, programme and policy people in Nigeria at all levels. Through the analysis and landscaping assessment covering 6 geopolitical zones of the country, the consultant will develop a national roadmap for scaling up BEP programming for improved maternal nutrition in Nigeria. These deliverables will not only guide maternal nutrition programming in Nigeria but also serve as a resource for informing global efforts to improve maternal nutrition globally.
The Consultant will contribute to the efficient planning and execution of procurement activities, ensuring timely availability
of goods and services necessary for the implementation of project components.
Specifically, the Consultant will: (i) support the preparation and review of procurement plans, tender dossiers, terms of
reference, and technical specifications in line with FAFA agreement signed by UNICEF and EU; (ii) coordinate and follow up
on tendering, evaluation, contracting, and contract management processes with relevant stakeholders; (iii) ensure proper
documentation, record-keeping, and audit readiness of all procurement and contracting files; (iv) provide guidance to the
project team and partners on applicable rules, thresholds, and compliance requirements; (v) monitor contract
implementation, including deliverables, timelines, and payments, and flag any risks or delays; (vi) support financial tracking
and reporting related to procurement activities; and (vii) closely coordinate with project team at UNICEF, implementing
partner/s and UNICEF Brussels Office (EU Development Programs section), regarding compliance and quality assurance.
Launched in 2022, the Bangsamoro Education Reform and Development Plan (BERDP) 2035 of the Ministry of
Basic, Higher, and Technical Education (MBHTE) is a long-term, comprehensive strategic framework that serves
as the first blueprint for transforming the education system in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), grounded in the Bangsamoro Education Code and aligned with the Bangsamoro Organic
Law and Sustainable Development Goal 4. It envisions a rights-based, inclusive, and culturally relevant education
system that ensures “no child is left behind” and promotes the aspiration of “one professional per Bangsamoro
family,” positioning education as a key driver of peace, moral governance, and socio-economic development.
Developed through a participatory, evidence-based process with strong support from partners such as UNICEF
and UNESCO, BERDP 2035 outlines systemic reforms in access, quality, governance, and data-driven decision making, aiming to create an equitable, resilient, and learner-centered education sector that responds to the
unique needs and identity of the Bangsamoro people. To respond to the said bottlenecks, this consultancy aims to directly provide technical expertise and support to
MBHTE in: Updating the situational analysis section of the BERDP 2035 to capture and reflect recent and current
data on education in BARMM;
• Improving the Plan’s M&E Framework by providing accurate data on baseline and targets;
• Enhancing the Plan’s Financial Framework by presenting funding requirements and budget projections that are responsive to the real needs and situation of the education sector in BARMM
• Establishing coordination mechanisms (including the establishment and activation of Bangsamoro Education Board) to monitor the operationalization of BERDP 2035.
Child marriage among Roma communities in Eastern Europe and Central Asia persists at high rates, driven by systemic exclusion rather than cultural tradition. UNICEF is seeking a consultant to produce a scoping review, a regional framework, and an advocacy policy paper targeting EU inclusion strategies. This initiative aims to equip UNICEF with evidence-based tools to ensure the protection and inclusion of Roma girls by 2030.
The purpose of the assignment is to oversee a complex, multi-year, multi-stakeholder joint programme involving UNICEF, UNTMIS HRPG/OHCHR, government counterparts, Federal Member States, national institutions, civil society, and donor partners.
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.
The consultancy aims to assess the feasibility of institutionalizing Busca Ativa Escolar as a national public policy and, if deemed viable, to develop a detailed implementation roadmap outlining the steps, resources, stakeholders, and governance arrangements required to support its adoption and implementation. This study will serve as an internal UNICEF document to guide advocacy efforts and inform planning for the next Country Programme.
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.
The purpose of this assignment is to design qualitative research methodology for consultation workshops with children in China on AI, support local implementing research partner (review findings, conduct quality control of research analysis, etc.) and write up UNICEF Innocenti report with complete analysis, discussion and recommendations
The UNICEF Data & Analytics (D&A) Education team manages foundational learning data derived from the Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys (MICS). This includes translating survey syntax into R, maintaining the GitHub repository containing processing codes, and managing a harmonized database of education indicators.
Following the release of updated Foundational Learning Skills (FLS) datasets for MICS6 and MICS7, updates are required across 44 country datasets within the internal education repository and database. For advocacy purposes, the team is also seeking to explore calculating a new indicator using this data to increase the use and visibility
The purpose of the consultancy is to strengthen UNICEF Ethiopia’s institutional knowledge management for disability inclusion by consolidating existing strategic, policy, technical, training and programme materials into an accessible, user-friendly internal library, while also producing two targeted practical products:
1. an assistive technology roadmap for livelihood interventions under the Mastercard Foundation-supported programme; and
2. an onboarding package for future specialist-level and above recruits who require a structured introduction to disability inclusion in UNICEF Ethiopia.
The Implementation Monitoring and Evaluation Division (IMED) under Ministry of Planning supports the effective implementation of the Annual Development Programme (ADP) and contributes to Bangladesh’s broader development vision. The Perspective Plan, Five-Year Plans and ADP have placed special emphasis on IMED’s role, with increasing attention to introducing results-based management norms and procedures to promote more accountable and effective implementation of ADP projects. It is against this backdrop that UNICEF is supporting IMED to develop its Monitoring and Evaluation Framework, Act and Rules to ensure effective investment and socio-economic development through monitoring and evaluation of development projects, transparency and efficiency. This initiative will strengthen results-based management, align national systems and ensure systematic generation and use of evidence in planning, budgeting, and policy decisions. UNICEF therefore is calling for applications for an international consultant to lead the assignment. The consultant will work hand in hand with a national consultant to carry out the assignment.
UNICEF Philippines seeks an accomplished digital paid media performance marketing specialist to act as a strategic
advisor, technical leader, and quality gatekeeper for all digital paid media fundraising activities.
The Consultant will enable step‑change growth in digital fundraising performance by strengthening strategy,
decision‑making, measurement rigor, and optimization discipline—ensuring that paid media investments consistently
drive high‑quality donor acquisition, with improved retention, and increased donor lifetime value (LTV).
This role is critical to scaling sustainable digital fundraising growth and will serve as advisor to the internal fundraising
teams, and external agencies.
In anticipation of the new LCO Country Program Document 2028-2032, this consultancy will support a Gender Equality and AAP Programmatic Review. The last GPR in Lebanon was conducted in 2020 during the current CPD. The Gender Equality and AAP Programmatic Review highlights how a Country Programme can strengthen gender equality programming and AAP minimum standards in alignment with the UNICEF Gender Equality Action Plan and Strategic Plan 2026–2029, and UNICEF’s AAP commitments.
The consultant will design and implement a mixed-methods evidence synthesis that reviews UNICEF’s WASH systems strengthening support in a select number of countries. The assignment will analyze how support has been delivered, what outputs were produced, what changes in systems and service outcomes are plausibly linked to UNICEF support, and what lessons should shape UNICEF’s future systems strengthening off
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.
To develop and test a public -private partnership model for expansion of the MCBP in the tea gardens, UNICEF seeks to hire a consultant who will work in close coordination with DWA, Bangladesh Tea Association (BTA) and district/ Upazilla health offices and DWA to provide technical support both at national and sub-national levels. In addition, consultant will also review the feasibility of scaling up of UNICEF supported MCBP Cash plus model in other geographic locations and develop a design document.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Education, the consultant will report directly to the Education Manager (Learning) and will be responsible for the following:
1. Lead the FME, UBEC and other agencies in in the development of Out of School Policy, strategy and implementation plan for Nigeria
2. Support the domestication of the in one state each in the North and South regions of Nigeria.
This consultation aims to conduct an in-depth market study on the menstrual hygiene products in Cameroon, with particular attention to inequities affecting adolescent girls and women in both urban, peri-urban and rural settings. The study will generate evidence to inform UNICEF Cameroon’s programme strategies on improving access to safe, affordable, quality menstrual products, while strengthening local markets, promoting sustainable and reusable solutions, and addressing socio-cultural barriers.
As a Consultant for Supply and Financing Landscaping Analysis for BEP for Maternal Nutrition based in Abuja, the incumbent will support the Child Nutrition and Development Section team and coordinate with WFP in gathering information, conducting key informant interviews and industry consultation using Supply and Financing Modules. This will include supply and financial feasibility assessments (including industry consultation findings, costing scenarios and business model options). These deliverables will not only guide maternal nutrition programming in Nigeria but also serve as a resource for informing global efforts to improve maternal nutrition globally
As a Consultant - Policy and Programme Landscaping Analysis for BEP based in Abuja, the incumbent will support the Child Nutrition and Development Section team and coordinate with WFP in conducting a comprehensive assessment using the global BEP tool with consumers, programme and policy people in Nigeria at all levels. Through the analysis and landscaping assessment covering 6 geopolitical zones of the country, the consultant will develop a national roadmap for scaling up BEP programming for improved maternal nutrition in Nigeria. These deliverables will not only guide maternal nutrition programming in Nigeria but also serve as a resource for informing global efforts to improve maternal nutrition globally.
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