The DRC was certified free of wild poliovirus in 2015 but circulating vaccine-derived polioviruses (cVDPV1 and cVDPV2) remain a significant public health threat. Between 2017 and 2025, the country reported 1,292 variant poliovirus cases. Intensified response efforts reduced cases from 540 in 2022 to 18 in 2025. In 2026, four cVDPV2 cases were detected in Maniema Province, while the latest cVDPV1 case was reported in June 2025 in Tsopo Province. The DRC remains among the highest-risk countries in the WHO African Region, requiring sustained campaigns and stronger routine immunization.
Routine immunization is hindered by persistent bottlenecks, limited cold chain capacity, weak stock management, inadequate temperature monitoring, poor equipment maintenance, stock-outs, and inconsistent data quality, all of which undermine vaccine potency and programme performance.
Under the technical supervision of the Polio Coordinator, the Health Specialist (Data Management – Polio) will strengthen the cVDPV1 and cVDPV2 outbreak response, focusing on data quality, equity analysis, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making.
The incumbent will contribute to: (i) improved quality, availability, and use of polio and routine vaccination data; (ii) evidence-based decision-making for outbreak response; (iii) improved performance and equity of vaccination campaigns; (iv) strengthened accountability through digital payment systems; and (v) sustained progress toward interruption of cVDPV transmission in the DRC.
UNICEF Zimbabwe, with funding from the Global Partnership for Education and in collaboration with the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a rapid WASH needs assessment in 10 selected schools, with a focus on drought‑prone and hard‑to‑reach areas. The assignment involves designing assessment tools, collecting and analyzing primary and secondary data, assessing the availability and reliability of water sources, and reviewing the status of WASH facilities. The consultant will also evaluate the feasibility of boreholes and piped water schemes, present findings to key stakeholders for validation, and produce a comprehensive final report with practical recommendations. The results of this consultancy will directly inform planning and implementation of sustainable water supply interventions to strengthen learning environments in vulnerable communities.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS) in conducting a comprehensive assessment of the current Single Window Management Information System (MIS) and recommending measures to align it with the redesigned Single Window business processes. The consultant will review the
existing Single Window MIS and the concept note for the redesigned Single Window, identify gaps, and propose actionable recommendations to ensure functional, technical, and process alignment.
The UNICEF Sustainable WASH Innovation Hub (‘the Hub’) is accelerating the scaling of the transformative water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) innovations for vulnerable children and their families, and strong collaboration is at the heart of this mission. As part of our approach, the WASH Hub sources, pilots and scales transformational climate-resilient solutions that respond to key programmatic challenges that, if solved, will unlock faster progress for a water-secure future for children and young people.
For this work, the Consultant will support the WASH Hub by developing and detailing a scaling pathway, approach and key considerations for taking the solution further and supporting uptake at multi-country and multi-region scale to ensure integrated monitoring for Climate-resilient WASH. The scaling pathway is a structured approach that outlines the steps, strategies, and choices for expanding a proven innovation so it can reach a larger population and achieve sustainable impact over time.
The consultancy aims to generate a comprehensive, human rights–based and equity focused analysis of the situation of children and adults with disabilities in Syria, with a view to strengthening national systems, informing disability inclusive policies, and improving access to services across sectors. It will examine how disability inclusion is reflected within legislation, policies, service delivery systems, and child protection structures; assess barriers to accessing justice, civil documentation, education, health, social protection, livelihoods, and humanitarian assistance; and identify protection risks, gender disparities, and gaps in institutional care, MHPSS, and early intervention services. The assignment will also evaluate system readiness, community attitudes, accessibility of justice mechanisms, existing referral pathways, and the roles of key stakeholders.
UNICEF is seeking a qualified WASH Officer to support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programmes in Mazar-i-Sharif. Under the supervision of the Chief of Field Office, the incumbent will provide technical, operational, and administrative support to deliver high-quality WASH results, including in humanitarian and emergency contexts.The role involves programme development, field monitoring, coordination with local authorities and partners, preparedness and response to WASH emergencies, and capacity building. The WASH Officer will also contribute to innovation, knowledge management, and advocacy initiatives to advance equitable access to safe water and sanitation for children and communities.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is seeking an EdTech expert to support the Education Section. The expert will be hired as an individual consultant for a period of 12 months.
Secondary Degree with 6 years of relevant experienceFluency in English and ChineseTraining and experience using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other UNICEF software such as SharePoint; knowledge of integrated management information systems requiredOrganizational, planning, and prioritizing skills and abilities High sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment
UNICEF China is looking for a seasoned candidate to fill in the position of Education Offer at NOB level until 30 September 2027 on fixed term contract. Supports the implementation of the work plan 2026-27 and provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for Inclusive Education and ECD programmes/projects within the Country Programme from development planning to delivery of results, preparing, executing, managing and implementing a variety of technical and administrative program tasks.
La oficina de UNICEF Uruguay busca una persona consultora que brinde apoyo técnico y operativo al área de Protección, contribuyendo al desarrollo de documentos clave y al seguimiento de iniciativas programáticas estratégicas. Esta posición ofrece la oportunidad de trabajar en articulación con equipos y contrapartes, apoyando la planificación, implementación y sistematización de acciones orientadas a la protección de niños, niñas y adolescentes.
Le bureau de l'UNICEF au Togo recrute 3 stagiaires nationaux engagés et orientés terrain pour appuyer la mise en oeuvre, le suivi et la documentation des interventions de suivi des enfants zéro dose et appui au déploiement du modèle intégré d’offre des services sociaux de base.
Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Representative, the Deputy Representative, Operations will be entrusted with the following five pillars, the core focus of all operations functions: Valuing People, Valuing Money, Valuing Risk Management, Valuing Systems and Structures, Valuing Partners. The incumbent will also be responsible for leading results, driving changes, providing risk-information, solution-focused analysis, advice, and services, and contributing to program and management decisions for delivering results for children in all operational contexts.
The purpose of this consultancy is to strengthen UNICEF’s support to the Government of Tajikistan on climate education by providing dedicated technical and coordination assistance to integrate child centred climate education priorities into key national sectoral documents and methodological guidance. The consultant will facilitate structured engagement between UNICEF, the Ministry of Education and Science, the Committee for Environmental Protection and the Academy of Education, and will support the consolidation of inputs from UNICEF’s international education consultants to ensure coherent, highquality national products that are ready for endorsement and implementation.
Under the guidance of the Adolescent Development Manager and in collaboration with the Project Manager, the Research / Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist is responsible for conducting a Situation Analysis, designing and operationalising a Monitoring and Evaluation system and for documenting the 3-year Youth Advisory Board project and related YAB model implemented by UNICEF National Response in Italy, in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and Social Policies.
Under the close supervision and guidance of the Chief CSD, the Programme Assistant provides a broad range of administrative, operational, and procedural support to the section. Incumbent facilitates the implementation, monitoring, and delivery of programme results by ensuring timely and effective execution of tasks aligned with UNICEF rules and regulations. The incumbent may support one or more programme areas or cross-functional initiatives and often works in coordination with other sections.
UNICEF Sierra Leone is seeking a national consultant to complete a baseline study for the Joint United Nations Nutrition Programme to improve climate resilience, food and nutrition s security in Bombali, Kailahun, Kenema, and Moyamba districts.
UNICEF RDC recrute un(e) consultant(e) national(e) / facilitateur pour l’appui à l’élaboration des cahiers des charges des entreprises minières dans le Haut-Katanga.
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The UNICEF Office in DRC is looking for an experienced international Cold Chain Logistics Specialist (Vaccine Management) at P-3 level. Based in Kinshasa and working under the guidance of the Immunization Supply Chain Manager, you will support the Ministry of Health and provincial EPI teams to strengthen vaccine management, cold chain performance, and logistics coordination, for routine immunization, supplementary immunization activities, and the ongoing response to polio outbreaks. Your work will translate directly into fewer stock-outs, less wastage, better temperature monitoring, stronger data, and ultimately, more children reached with life-saving vaccines.
This is a role for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical excellence and field reality, a logistician at heart, a coach to national teams, and a trusted partner to government counterparts and GPEI partners alike. You will help shape the systems that keep DRC on the path toward a polio-free future, while building the routine immunization foundations that will protect generations to come.
If you are that person, passionate about making a lasting difference for children in DRC, energized by complex operational challenges, and ready to bring your expertise to one of the most consequential immunization programs in the world — join UNICEF, the world's leading organization for the defense of children's rights. Together, we can ensure that no child in DRC is left behind because a vaccine didn't reach them in time.
The DRC was certified free of wild poliovirus in 2015 but circulating vaccine-derived polioviruses (cVDPV1 and cVDPV2) remain a significant public health threat. Between 2017 and 2025, the country reported 1,292 variant poliovirus cases. Intensified response efforts reduced cases from 540 in 2022 to 18 in 2025. In 2026, four cVDPV2 cases were detected in Maniema Province, while the latest cVDPV1 case was reported in June 2025 in Tsopo Province. The DRC remains among the highest-risk countries in the WHO African Region, requiring sustained campaigns and stronger routine immunization.
Routine immunization is hindered by persistent bottlenecks, limited cold chain capacity, weak stock management, inadequate temperature monitoring, poor equipment maintenance, stock-outs, and inconsistent data quality, all of which undermine vaccine potency and programme performance.
Under the technical supervision of the Polio Coordinator, the Health Specialist (Data Management – Polio) will strengthen the cVDPV1 and cVDPV2 outbreak response, focusing on data quality, equity analysis, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making.
The incumbent will contribute to: (i) improved quality, availability, and use of polio and routine vaccination data; (ii) evidence-based decision-making for outbreak response; (iii) improved performance and equity of vaccination campaigns; (iv) strengthened accountability through digital payment systems; and (v) sustained progress toward interruption of cVDPV transmission in the DRC.
UNICEF Zimbabwe, with funding from the Global Partnership for Education and in collaboration with the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a rapid WASH needs assessment in 10 selected schools, with a focus on drought‑prone and hard‑to‑reach areas. The assignment involves designing assessment tools, collecting and analyzing primary and secondary data, assessing the availability and reliability of water sources, and reviewing the status of WASH facilities. The consultant will also evaluate the feasibility of boreholes and piped water schemes, present findings to key stakeholders for validation, and produce a comprehensive final report with practical recommendations. The results of this consultancy will directly inform planning and implementation of sustainable water supply interventions to strengthen learning environments in vulnerable communities.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS) in conducting a comprehensive assessment of the current Single Window Management Information System (MIS) and recommending measures to align it with the redesigned Single Window business processes. The consultant will review the
existing Single Window MIS and the concept note for the redesigned Single Window, identify gaps, and propose actionable recommendations to ensure functional, technical, and process alignment.
The UNICEF Sustainable WASH Innovation Hub (‘the Hub’) is accelerating the scaling of the transformative water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) innovations for vulnerable children and their families, and strong collaboration is at the heart of this mission. As part of our approach, the WASH Hub sources, pilots and scales transformational climate-resilient solutions that respond to key programmatic challenges that, if solved, will unlock faster progress for a water-secure future for children and young people.
For this work, the Consultant will support the WASH Hub by developing and detailing a scaling pathway, approach and key considerations for taking the solution further and supporting uptake at multi-country and multi-region scale to ensure integrated monitoring for Climate-resilient WASH. The scaling pathway is a structured approach that outlines the steps, strategies, and choices for expanding a proven innovation so it can reach a larger population and achieve sustainable impact over time.
The consultancy aims to generate a comprehensive, human rights–based and equity focused analysis of the situation of children and adults with disabilities in Syria, with a view to strengthening national systems, informing disability inclusive policies, and improving access to services across sectors. It will examine how disability inclusion is reflected within legislation, policies, service delivery systems, and child protection structures; assess barriers to accessing justice, civil documentation, education, health, social protection, livelihoods, and humanitarian assistance; and identify protection risks, gender disparities, and gaps in institutional care, MHPSS, and early intervention services. The assignment will also evaluate system readiness, community attitudes, accessibility of justice mechanisms, existing referral pathways, and the roles of key stakeholders.
UNICEF is seeking a qualified WASH Officer to support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programmes in Mazar-i-Sharif. Under the supervision of the Chief of Field Office, the incumbent will provide technical, operational, and administrative support to deliver high-quality WASH results, including in humanitarian and emergency contexts.The role involves programme development, field monitoring, coordination with local authorities and partners, preparedness and response to WASH emergencies, and capacity building. The WASH Officer will also contribute to innovation, knowledge management, and advocacy initiatives to advance equitable access to safe water and sanitation for children and communities.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is seeking an EdTech expert to support the Education Section. The expert will be hired as an individual consultant for a period of 12 months.
Secondary Degree with 6 years of relevant experienceFluency in English and ChineseTraining and experience using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other UNICEF software such as SharePoint; knowledge of integrated management information systems requiredOrganizational, planning, and prioritizing skills and abilities High sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment
UNICEF China is looking for a seasoned candidate to fill in the position of Education Offer at NOB level until 30 September 2027 on fixed term contract. Supports the implementation of the work plan 2026-27 and provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for Inclusive Education and ECD programmes/projects within the Country Programme from development planning to delivery of results, preparing, executing, managing and implementing a variety of technical and administrative program tasks.
La oficina de UNICEF Uruguay busca una persona consultora que brinde apoyo técnico y operativo al área de Protección, contribuyendo al desarrollo de documentos clave y al seguimiento de iniciativas programáticas estratégicas. Esta posición ofrece la oportunidad de trabajar en articulación con equipos y contrapartes, apoyando la planificación, implementación y sistematización de acciones orientadas a la protección de niños, niñas y adolescentes.
Le bureau de l'UNICEF au Togo recrute 3 stagiaires nationaux engagés et orientés terrain pour appuyer la mise en oeuvre, le suivi et la documentation des interventions de suivi des enfants zéro dose et appui au déploiement du modèle intégré d’offre des services sociaux de base.
Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Representative, the Deputy Representative, Operations will be entrusted with the following five pillars, the core focus of all operations functions: Valuing People, Valuing Money, Valuing Risk Management, Valuing Systems and Structures, Valuing Partners. The incumbent will also be responsible for leading results, driving changes, providing risk-information, solution-focused analysis, advice, and services, and contributing to program and management decisions for delivering results for children in all operational contexts.
The purpose of this consultancy is to strengthen UNICEF’s support to the Government of Tajikistan on climate education by providing dedicated technical and coordination assistance to integrate child centred climate education priorities into key national sectoral documents and methodological guidance. The consultant will facilitate structured engagement between UNICEF, the Ministry of Education and Science, the Committee for Environmental Protection and the Academy of Education, and will support the consolidation of inputs from UNICEF’s international education consultants to ensure coherent, highquality national products that are ready for endorsement and implementation.
Under the guidance of the Adolescent Development Manager and in collaboration with the Project Manager, the Research / Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist is responsible for conducting a Situation Analysis, designing and operationalising a Monitoring and Evaluation system and for documenting the 3-year Youth Advisory Board project and related YAB model implemented by UNICEF National Response in Italy, in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and Social Policies.
Under the close supervision and guidance of the Chief CSD, the Programme Assistant provides a broad range of administrative, operational, and procedural support to the section. Incumbent facilitates the implementation, monitoring, and delivery of programme results by ensuring timely and effective execution of tasks aligned with UNICEF rules and regulations. The incumbent may support one or more programme areas or cross-functional initiatives and often works in coordination with other sections.
UNICEF Sierra Leone is seeking a national consultant to complete a baseline study for the Joint United Nations Nutrition Programme to improve climate resilience, food and nutrition s security in Bombali, Kailahun, Kenema, and Moyamba districts.
UNICEF RDC recrute un(e) consultant(e) national(e) / facilitateur pour l’appui à l’élaboration des cahiers des charges des entreprises minières dans le Haut-Katanga.
Vous souhaitez contribuer à un avenir meilleur pour les enfants de la RDC?
Rejoignez-nous et mettez votre savoir-faire au service d’une initiative ambitieuse et porteuse de changement.
The UNICEF Office in DRC is looking for an experienced international Cold Chain Logistics Specialist (Vaccine Management) at P-3 level. Based in Kinshasa and working under the guidance of the Immunization Supply Chain Manager, you will support the Ministry of Health and provincial EPI teams to strengthen vaccine management, cold chain performance, and logistics coordination, for routine immunization, supplementary immunization activities, and the ongoing response to polio outbreaks. Your work will translate directly into fewer stock-outs, less wastage, better temperature monitoring, stronger data, and ultimately, more children reached with life-saving vaccines.
This is a role for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical excellence and field reality, a logistician at heart, a coach to national teams, and a trusted partner to government counterparts and GPEI partners alike. You will help shape the systems that keep DRC on the path toward a polio-free future, while building the routine immunization foundations that will protect generations to come.
If you are that person, passionate about making a lasting difference for children in DRC, energized by complex operational challenges, and ready to bring your expertise to one of the most consequential immunization programs in the world — join UNICEF, the world's leading organization for the defense of children's rights. Together, we can ensure that no child in DRC is left behind because a vaccine didn't reach them in time.
