The purpose of the evaluability assessment is to determine whether Smarter Safer Schools (SSS) programme is well designed whether the arrangement for monitoring of results are sufficient, and whether adequate resources were allocated to support effective implementation and adaptive management and future independent evaluative activities (i.e., mid-term review and/or final evaluation). Specifically, the evaluability assessment will provide UNICEF, DFAT and government counterparts in PNG with an independent assessment of whether the programme results logic, assumptions, indicators, data systems, governance arrangements and resource provisions are robust enough to demonstrate progress and support future evaluative inquiry.
The thematic scope is reflected in the following objectives:
a. To assess the relevance, logic and coherence of the SSS programme design, including its theory of change, results chain, assumptions, alignment to context and policy priorities, and attention to equity, gender, disability and climate resilience.
b. To examine the adequacy and validity of the indicators, monitoring tools and data systems for measuring outputs and outcomes, including the availability of baselines, targets, data sources, disaggregation and verification arrangements.
c. To assess whether financial, human and institutional resources are aligned with intended results, including the realism of implementation and monitoring arrangements.
d. To assess readiness for evaluation, including whether priority evaluation questions, timing, scope and feasible methodological options for a mid-term review and/or endline evaluation can already be identified.
e. Provide practical recommendations to strengthen programme design, measurability, learning, and future evaluation readiness prior to or during early implementation.
The education sector faces increasing disruptions due to disasters, climate change, and conflicts. To ensure a resilient and inclusive education system, it is essential to review existing Education in Emergencies (EiE), Disaster Risk Management (DRM), and Climate Change policies to identify gaps, alignment opportunities, and actionable recommendations for strengthening preparedness, response, and long-term resilience.
The consultancy in collaboration with UNICEF aims to support the National Department of Education, subnational education authorities, education cluster and implementing partners and stakeholders through consultation to review the Education in Emergencies, Disaster Risk Management Policy and implementation guide.
The Education Officer is based in the Mt Hagen Field Office and reports to the Chief of Field Office for close guidance and supervision on day-to-day operations while provided with technical guidance and oversight by the Education Specialist based in Port Moresby.
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.
Join UNICEF Pakistan as a WASH Specialist (NOC) based in Quetta to support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of WASH-CEE programmes in Balochistan. The role contributes to improving equitable access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene services, including emergency response and resilience-building initiatives, in close collaboration with government and partners.
UNICEF Angola is seeking an experienced and dynamic WASH Specialist (NO-C) to lead the development, implementation, monitoring and strategic growth of its Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programme. Reporting to the Deputy Representative (Programme), the incumbent will provide technical leadership and management to support the delivery of equitable, climate resilient and sustainable WASH services for children and vulnerable communities across Angola.
The WASH Officer reports to the WASH Manager (Level 4) in Gaza for supervision. The WASH Officer provides technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the WASH programming process. The Officer prepares, manages and implements a variety of technical and administrative tasks, related to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH output results of the country programme.The Officer specifically will work Environmental and Social Safeguard aspects in the programme and project cycle of water, sanitation and hygiene projects in Gaza.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the Organization does — in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give more children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
UNICEF Bolivia requiere contratar los servicios de un/una profesional para el servicio de consultoría para el Diseño Arquitectónico de Estándares Sanitarios para Establecimientos Educativos. La consultoría tiene una duración de 161 días y sede en La Paz sin viajes.
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!
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.
UNICEF Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Office is seeking a Policy Specialist (Strategic Political & Economical Foresight) to provide strategic policy advice, political analysis, and foresight to senior leadership, strengthening informed decision-making and UNICEF’s influence across the region. The role will identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities and translate complex political, social, and economic developments into actionable insights that shape regional priorities, partnerships, advocacy, and programming. Ready to make an impact for children across Latin America and the Caribbean? Apply now — this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
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 purpose of the evaluability assessment is to determine whether Smarter Safer Schools (SSS) programme is well designed whether the arrangement for monitoring of results are sufficient, and whether adequate resources were allocated to support effective implementation and adaptive management and future independent evaluative activities (i.e., mid-term review and/or final evaluation). Specifically, the evaluability assessment will provide UNICEF, DFAT and government counterparts in PNG with an independent assessment of whether the programme results logic, assumptions, indicators, data systems, governance arrangements and resource provisions are robust enough to demonstrate progress and support future evaluative inquiry.
The thematic scope is reflected in the following objectives:
a. To assess the relevance, logic and coherence of the SSS programme design, including its theory of change, results chain, assumptions, alignment to context and policy priorities, and attention to equity, gender, disability and climate resilience.
b. To examine the adequacy and validity of the indicators, monitoring tools and data systems for measuring outputs and outcomes, including the availability of baselines, targets, data sources, disaggregation and verification arrangements.
c. To assess whether financial, human and institutional resources are aligned with intended results, including the realism of implementation and monitoring arrangements.
d. To assess readiness for evaluation, including whether priority evaluation questions, timing, scope and feasible methodological options for a mid-term review and/or endline evaluation can already be identified.
e. Provide practical recommendations to strengthen programme design, measurability, learning, and future evaluation readiness prior to or during early implementation.
The education sector faces increasing disruptions due to disasters, climate change, and conflicts. To ensure a resilient and inclusive education system, it is essential to review existing Education in Emergencies (EiE), Disaster Risk Management (DRM), and Climate Change policies to identify gaps, alignment opportunities, and actionable recommendations for strengthening preparedness, response, and long-term resilience.
The consultancy in collaboration with UNICEF aims to support the National Department of Education, subnational education authorities, education cluster and implementing partners and stakeholders through consultation to review the Education in Emergencies, Disaster Risk Management Policy and implementation guide.
The Education Officer is based in the Mt Hagen Field Office and reports to the Chief of Field Office for close guidance and supervision on day-to-day operations while provided with technical guidance and oversight by the Education Specialist based in Port Moresby.
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.
Join UNICEF Pakistan as a WASH Specialist (NOC) based in Quetta to support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of WASH-CEE programmes in Balochistan. The role contributes to improving equitable access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene services, including emergency response and resilience-building initiatives, in close collaboration with government and partners.
UNICEF Angola is seeking an experienced and dynamic WASH Specialist (NO-C) to lead the development, implementation, monitoring and strategic growth of its Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programme. Reporting to the Deputy Representative (Programme), the incumbent will provide technical leadership and management to support the delivery of equitable, climate resilient and sustainable WASH services for children and vulnerable communities across Angola.
The WASH Officer reports to the WASH Manager (Level 4) in Gaza for supervision. The WASH Officer provides technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the WASH programming process. The Officer prepares, manages and implements a variety of technical and administrative tasks, related to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH output results of the country programme.The Officer specifically will work Environmental and Social Safeguard aspects in the programme and project cycle of water, sanitation and hygiene projects in Gaza.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the Organization does — in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give more children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
UNICEF Bolivia requiere contratar los servicios de un/una profesional para el servicio de consultoría para el Diseño Arquitectónico de Estándares Sanitarios para Establecimientos Educativos. La consultoría tiene una duración de 161 días y sede en La Paz sin viajes.
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!
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.
UNICEF Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Office is seeking a Policy Specialist (Strategic Political & Economical Foresight) to provide strategic policy advice, political analysis, and foresight to senior leadership, strengthening informed decision-making and UNICEF’s influence across the region. The role will identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities and translate complex political, social, and economic developments into actionable insights that shape regional priorities, partnerships, advocacy, and programming. Ready to make an impact for children across Latin America and the Caribbean? Apply now — this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
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
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