The consultant will support the management of the IASC MHPSS MSP helpdesk and the development of MSP operational tools, respective field testing and revision processes, as well as provide training and support to build the capacity of humanitarian actors in using the MSP across different sectors and areas of work to strengthen the MHPSS response. The consultant will also participate in the IASC Thematic Group meetings on engaging people with lived experience (PWLE) in mental health conditions in emergency settings, provide technical input and contribute to the development of key products
Under the overall direction and guidance of the WASH Specialist Cluster Coordinator, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) will manage the IM function of the Cluster at the national level. She/he is responsible for ensuring IM processes effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent, and effective response by participants in the Cluster Working Group that is accountable to those who are affected by the emergency. In their effort to enable an efficient and effective response to the humanitarian crisis, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) is responsible for managing the collection, analysis and sharing of information that is essential for the WASH Cluster participants to make informed, evidence-based, strategic decisions and for ensuring they are adequately coordinating with the national level.
The Executive Associate provides strategic support to the UNICEF Representative and ensures the efficient operation of the Front Office. The role manages the Representative’s agenda, coordinates information across internal units, and supports high-level meetings, missions, and partner engagement. You maintain effective communication, streamline workflows, and uphold high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
Generation Unlimited (GenU) is a global public–private–youth partnership dedicated to expanding opportunities for young people aged 10–24 to transition from learning to earning by 2030. Through its Entrepreneurship and Livelihoods workstream, GenU partners with governments, the private sector, and youth networks to design and scale models that equip young people with skills, mentorship, and pathways to dignified livelihoods.
This consultancy will strengthen the operational delivery and youth integration functions across GenU’s programme initiatives, with an emphasis on structured coordination, mentorship systematization, and cross-portfolio continuity. The consultant will ensure that programme frameworks—across employment and entrepreneurship clusters such as AI-enabled, green, health, and necessity/subsistence—translate into actionable plans with clear milestones, consistent follow-up, and meaningful youth engagement.
The consultant will work under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director of Programmes, the direct supervision and oversight of the Youth Engagement and Entrepreneurship Lead and will collaborate closely with the Country Support and Global Solutions hubs. The consultant will also coordinate with colleagues leading the Evidence/MERL, Communications, and Programme Operations functions to ensure coherence, alignment, and timely execution of deliverables.
Under the supervision of the GBViE Specialist, the consultant will be responsible for the following areas of work (specific deliverables further outlined in the table below):
• Contribute to advance the GBV/Nutrition integrated programming in targeted humanitarian contexts;
• Support the next phase of operationalizing UNICEF’s institutional commitments on local women-led organizations;
• Support further advancement of UNICEF’s work on GBV and Public Health Emergencies (PHE);
• Participate in the technical working group and support deliverables on SRHR in humanitarian settings; especially focused on adolescent girls, as part of the joint UN 2gether 4 SRHR programme in ESA region;
• Support work planning and launch of implementation for UNICEF’s new partnership with the World Bank and UNHCR (funded by The Netherlands MFA Prospects Opportunity Fund).
The consultancy will be home-based with travels to emergency-affected contexts relevant to the above tasks, as feasible
Content Strategy Section of DGCA is seeking a consultant to strengthen UNICEF’s visual storytelling capacity by providing imagery support to the photo team, including
This remote consultancy aims to support UNICEF Guinea Bissau CO in editing and finalization of the contributions of sectoral and cross sectoral programs to the Outcome and Outputs level RAM assessments and the compilation of the Country Office Annual Report (COAR) ensuring that all corporate deadlines set in the global instruction are respected.
The consultant will support development of a national strategic plan aimed at strengthening the Social Service Workforce in Iran through a coordinated, strategic, and systems-level approach which contributes to workforce's ability to respond effectively and sustainably to complex social and protection challenges.
* Geographical Boundaries: National
* Population: Primarily social workforce and secondarily vulnerable children and their families.
This is a re-advertisement in order to expand the candidate pool. Previous applicants need not reapply as their original application will be duly considered.
The Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (ECARO) is looking for a qualified consultant to develop a strategic reflection document and practical framework for action to embed leveraging more deliberately across UNICEF’s programmes, planning, and partnerships with governments and development partners in Europe and Central Asia.
Under the close supervision and guidance of the People & Culture Officer (RAS), the People & Culture Assistant (RAS) provides administrative, procedural and operational support and assistance to the efficient implementation of recruitment services for all categories of staff in the office, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF HR rules and regulations.
This consultancy will support the Global Nutrition Cluster collective in strategically aligning with the Humanitarian Reset and the forthcoming 2026 2029 Strategy, with a focus on embedding localization, climate, and innovation within GNC operations and partnerships all of which underpin the 2026-2029 GNC strategy.
In a changing context and in light of FFI and funding cuts, efficiency with our human resources and the possibility of generating additional potential regular resources are necessary now more than ever. We are keen to embrace the new operating modalities to maximise all opportunities for additional RR.
We have seen to date the possibility and benefit of increased revenue via the Cluster modality.
The purpose of this consultancy is to review via a data-based approach the potential for increased direct fundraising efficiency in COs, ROs, and Clusters.
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
UNICEF Europe and Central Asia Regional Office (ECARO) is looking for a qualified consultant to support the Risk Management unit, including Implementing Partnership Management and Operations, in conducting monthly analysis on key performance indicators, management of financial assurance activities and knowledge management during the transition of new regional office.
UNICEF Mozambique is recruiting two Drivers (G-2 level) for our Maputo office. We are looking for motivated and experienced professional who demonstrate a client-oriented approach, a strong sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact, and the ability to work effectively with people from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. If you are committed to supporting UNICEF’s mission, we encourage you to apply!
In 2023, UNICEF received support from the Republic of Korea to implement the largest-ever global WASH in HCFs programme, under the programme “Maintaining and Strengthening Essential Health Services through ACT-A Investments”. After two years, the programme is winding down activities in the 34 programme countries. This consultancy will support the final workplanning, reporting, and documentation of the ACT-A programme. The consultant will also strategize around future resource mobilization and support global advocacy on WASH in HCFs, including faith-based action.
As part of the broader agenda that UNICEF is leading on integrated digitization of health campaigns, including immunization and Primary Health Care (PHC), UNICEF is (i) developing an Integrated Campaign Registry (ICR) to serve as a data backbone that connects multiple campaign platforms, and (ii) supporting countries in facilitating real-time exchange with national HMIS. UNICEF is hence seeking a consultant to provide technical expertise and coordination support to advance this work, while also contributing to broader digital health strengthening efforts that promote alignment between campaign and routine systems at the global and country levels.
Purpose of Activity/Assignment:
To provide direct technical expertise to countries on Vaccine Prioritization and Optimization processes, ensuring timely, evidence-based assistance to selected Gavi-eligible low- and middle-income countries. The consultant will strengthen the planning, coordination, strategy design, documentation, and deployment of technical assistance for new vaccine introductions, optimization, and prioritization aligned with Gavi’s Country Vaccine Budgets. Notably, the consultant will be responsible for supporting countries to plan and submit applications to access consolidated cash grants from Gavi.
Safe Online is seeking a consultant to support the fund management portfolio, including key systems, platforms, and processes to maximise the Safe Online’s return on investment from its Safe Online grants and support its grantee network in sharing and leveraging learning, with a specific focus on Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL). This role will contribute to the assessment of the portfolio’s needs, manage technical assistance, identify opportunities, and guide cohorts and technical collaboration between grantees and other Safe Online partners
Launched in 2019, the Responsible Data for Children (RD4C) initiative was established by UNICEF to promote the responsible use of data in ways that advance children’s well-being while minimizing risks and potential harms associated with data collection, processing, and use. Grounded in seven principles, RD4C provides a framework for dialogue and action on how to embed responsible data governance practices centering child rights and needs across diverse contexts. Through practical tools and case studies, the initiative supports stakeholders in translating the RD4C principles into concrete, context-specific practices.
The purpose of this consultancy is to assess the RD4C initiative and to identify opportunities to strategically evolve it to maximize its scale and impact.
The consultancy also aims to refresh the unique scope and value proposition of the RD4C initiative in this context and to strengthen its partnerships and governance for greater, collective impact in support of children. Specifically, UNICEF seeks a consultant to carry out the following activities:
The consultant will support the management of the IASC MHPSS MSP helpdesk and the development of MSP operational tools, respective field testing and revision processes, as well as provide training and support to build the capacity of humanitarian actors in using the MSP across different sectors and areas of work to strengthen the MHPSS response. The consultant will also participate in the IASC Thematic Group meetings on engaging people with lived experience (PWLE) in mental health conditions in emergency settings, provide technical input and contribute to the development of key products
Under the overall direction and guidance of the WASH Specialist Cluster Coordinator, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) will manage the IM function of the Cluster at the national level. She/he is responsible for ensuring IM processes effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent, and effective response by participants in the Cluster Working Group that is accountable to those who are affected by the emergency. In their effort to enable an efficient and effective response to the humanitarian crisis, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) is responsible for managing the collection, analysis and sharing of information that is essential for the WASH Cluster participants to make informed, evidence-based, strategic decisions and for ensuring they are adequately coordinating with the national level.
The Executive Associate provides strategic support to the UNICEF Representative and ensures the efficient operation of the Front Office. The role manages the Representative’s agenda, coordinates information across internal units, and supports high-level meetings, missions, and partner engagement. You maintain effective communication, streamline workflows, and uphold high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
Generation Unlimited (GenU) is a global public–private–youth partnership dedicated to expanding opportunities for young people aged 10–24 to transition from learning to earning by 2030. Through its Entrepreneurship and Livelihoods workstream, GenU partners with governments, the private sector, and youth networks to design and scale models that equip young people with skills, mentorship, and pathways to dignified livelihoods.
This consultancy will strengthen the operational delivery and youth integration functions across GenU’s programme initiatives, with an emphasis on structured coordination, mentorship systematization, and cross-portfolio continuity. The consultant will ensure that programme frameworks—across employment and entrepreneurship clusters such as AI-enabled, green, health, and necessity/subsistence—translate into actionable plans with clear milestones, consistent follow-up, and meaningful youth engagement.
The consultant will work under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director of Programmes, the direct supervision and oversight of the Youth Engagement and Entrepreneurship Lead and will collaborate closely with the Country Support and Global Solutions hubs. The consultant will also coordinate with colleagues leading the Evidence/MERL, Communications, and Programme Operations functions to ensure coherence, alignment, and timely execution of deliverables.
Under the supervision of the GBViE Specialist, the consultant will be responsible for the following areas of work (specific deliverables further outlined in the table below):
• Contribute to advance the GBV/Nutrition integrated programming in targeted humanitarian contexts;
• Support the next phase of operationalizing UNICEF’s institutional commitments on local women-led organizations;
• Support further advancement of UNICEF’s work on GBV and Public Health Emergencies (PHE);
• Participate in the technical working group and support deliverables on SRHR in humanitarian settings; especially focused on adolescent girls, as part of the joint UN 2gether 4 SRHR programme in ESA region;
• Support work planning and launch of implementation for UNICEF’s new partnership with the World Bank and UNHCR (funded by The Netherlands MFA Prospects Opportunity Fund).
The consultancy will be home-based with travels to emergency-affected contexts relevant to the above tasks, as feasible
Content Strategy Section of DGCA is seeking a consultant to strengthen UNICEF’s visual storytelling capacity by providing imagery support to the photo team, including
This remote consultancy aims to support UNICEF Guinea Bissau CO in editing and finalization of the contributions of sectoral and cross sectoral programs to the Outcome and Outputs level RAM assessments and the compilation of the Country Office Annual Report (COAR) ensuring that all corporate deadlines set in the global instruction are respected.
The consultant will support development of a national strategic plan aimed at strengthening the Social Service Workforce in Iran through a coordinated, strategic, and systems-level approach which contributes to workforce's ability to respond effectively and sustainably to complex social and protection challenges.
* Geographical Boundaries: National
* Population: Primarily social workforce and secondarily vulnerable children and their families.
This is a re-advertisement in order to expand the candidate pool. Previous applicants need not reapply as their original application will be duly considered.
The Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (ECARO) is looking for a qualified consultant to develop a strategic reflection document and practical framework for action to embed leveraging more deliberately across UNICEF’s programmes, planning, and partnerships with governments and development partners in Europe and Central Asia.
Under the close supervision and guidance of the People & Culture Officer (RAS), the People & Culture Assistant (RAS) provides administrative, procedural and operational support and assistance to the efficient implementation of recruitment services for all categories of staff in the office, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF HR rules and regulations.
This consultancy will support the Global Nutrition Cluster collective in strategically aligning with the Humanitarian Reset and the forthcoming 2026 2029 Strategy, with a focus on embedding localization, climate, and innovation within GNC operations and partnerships all of which underpin the 2026-2029 GNC strategy.
In a changing context and in light of FFI and funding cuts, efficiency with our human resources and the possibility of generating additional potential regular resources are necessary now more than ever. We are keen to embrace the new operating modalities to maximise all opportunities for additional RR.
We have seen to date the possibility and benefit of increased revenue via the Cluster modality.
The purpose of this consultancy is to review via a data-based approach the potential for increased direct fundraising efficiency in COs, ROs, and Clusters.
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
UNICEF Europe and Central Asia Regional Office (ECARO) is looking for a qualified consultant to support the Risk Management unit, including Implementing Partnership Management and Operations, in conducting monthly analysis on key performance indicators, management of financial assurance activities and knowledge management during the transition of new regional office.
UNICEF Mozambique is recruiting two Drivers (G-2 level) for our Maputo office. We are looking for motivated and experienced professional who demonstrate a client-oriented approach, a strong sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact, and the ability to work effectively with people from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. If you are committed to supporting UNICEF’s mission, we encourage you to apply!
In 2023, UNICEF received support from the Republic of Korea to implement the largest-ever global WASH in HCFs programme, under the programme “Maintaining and Strengthening Essential Health Services through ACT-A Investments”. After two years, the programme is winding down activities in the 34 programme countries. This consultancy will support the final workplanning, reporting, and documentation of the ACT-A programme. The consultant will also strategize around future resource mobilization and support global advocacy on WASH in HCFs, including faith-based action.
As part of the broader agenda that UNICEF is leading on integrated digitization of health campaigns, including immunization and Primary Health Care (PHC), UNICEF is (i) developing an Integrated Campaign Registry (ICR) to serve as a data backbone that connects multiple campaign platforms, and (ii) supporting countries in facilitating real-time exchange with national HMIS. UNICEF is hence seeking a consultant to provide technical expertise and coordination support to advance this work, while also contributing to broader digital health strengthening efforts that promote alignment between campaign and routine systems at the global and country levels.
Purpose of Activity/Assignment:
To provide direct technical expertise to countries on Vaccine Prioritization and Optimization processes, ensuring timely, evidence-based assistance to selected Gavi-eligible low- and middle-income countries. The consultant will strengthen the planning, coordination, strategy design, documentation, and deployment of technical assistance for new vaccine introductions, optimization, and prioritization aligned with Gavi’s Country Vaccine Budgets. Notably, the consultant will be responsible for supporting countries to plan and submit applications to access consolidated cash grants from Gavi.
Safe Online is seeking a consultant to support the fund management portfolio, including key systems, platforms, and processes to maximise the Safe Online’s return on investment from its Safe Online grants and support its grantee network in sharing and leveraging learning, with a specific focus on Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL). This role will contribute to the assessment of the portfolio’s needs, manage technical assistance, identify opportunities, and guide cohorts and technical collaboration between grantees and other Safe Online partners
Launched in 2019, the Responsible Data for Children (RD4C) initiative was established by UNICEF to promote the responsible use of data in ways that advance children’s well-being while minimizing risks and potential harms associated with data collection, processing, and use. Grounded in seven principles, RD4C provides a framework for dialogue and action on how to embed responsible data governance practices centering child rights and needs across diverse contexts. Through practical tools and case studies, the initiative supports stakeholders in translating the RD4C principles into concrete, context-specific practices.
The purpose of this consultancy is to assess the RD4C initiative and to identify opportunities to strategically evolve it to maximize its scale and impact.
The consultancy also aims to refresh the unique scope and value proposition of the RD4C initiative in this context and to strengthen its partnerships and governance for greater, collective impact in support of children. Specifically, UNICEF seeks a consultant to carry out the following activities:
