The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection (MLSP) in analysing the disability system, progress, achievements, and challenges in the disability determination process in the Republic of Moldova. This includes assessing the existing disability framework to develop a Road Map for the designing criteria for determining disability in children and adults, in line with international/EU Member States’ practices, aligned with the biopsychosocial model and the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health - Children and Youth version (ICF-CY). The main deliverable will be a practical, forward-looking roadmap for revising and piloting the disability assessment criteria in the Republic of Moldova.
Are you looking for a hands-on experience to expand your knowledge and skills? UNICEF Ghana has an opportunity for young talents to engage as Advocacy Research Intern to support UNICEF Ghana's advocacy work by conducting research, generating evidence, and analyzing policy and development trends to inform advocacy strategies and decision-making.
The internship duration is 26 weeks.
Le/La Chargé(e) SBC-Nutrition apportera un appui technique et opérationnel à la planification, à la mise en oeuvre, au suivi et à l’évaluation de stratégies de Changement Social et Comportemental fondées sur des évidences, contribuant à l’amélioration des pratiques nutritionnelles et à l’accroissement de la demande et de l’utilisation des services nutritionnels essentiels.
UNICEF is requesting the consultant to initiate a comprehensive programme of advanced secondary analyses that goes beyond descriptive reporting, which is to date available in most national reports, with the objective of generating actionable evidence to inform nutrition policies, strategic choices, and programme implementation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This work responds to the growing availability of high-quality national datasets and programmatic information, alongside the urgent need to better leverage these data to accelerate progress under the National Multisectoral Nutrition Strategic Plan 2023-2030. To this end, the consultant will contribute to the development of a thematic supplement, coordinated by guest editors from UNICEF and government entities, bringing together cutting-edge analytical work and implementation-focused evidence.
You as the People and Culture Officer provide support to the supervisor and colleagues in the unit by executing HR services through applying knowledge of theoretical HR models, as well as understanding of organizational HR policies and procedures.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors. UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations. This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors.
UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations.
This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors. UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations. This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors. UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations. This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors. UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations. This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support and coordinate a participatory MCO strategic planning process for operationalization of the EU MCO concept note (applying the three strategies of positioning, partnering and catalytic programming), specifically in the development of result frameworks with clear results at all levels, clearly aligning them to the timeline and results of the Strategic Plan (2026-2029) and other strategic documents, strategies, and resource requirements. The exact duration of the results framework will be determined during the inception phase of the consultancy “Inception and Process design”
An exciting and challenging opportunity is now available within the UNICEF Burundi Country Office for a highly motivated and dedicated Deputy Representative, Operations (P-4). The Operations function serves as a strategic Business Partner within the Senior Management Team, enabling programme delivery and ensuring the effective use of UNICEF resources and assets in line with sound management practices, office priorities and goals to deliver results for children. In an increasingly complex operational and partnership environment, the function supports the Head of the Office in managing the office and monitoring operations and programmes as needed, while advising on effective and innovative management practices to strengthen office performance. The function also helps address exceptional situations through a risk-informed approach, engaging relevant HQ and regional office stakeholders to secure support and required authorizations when necessary.
Join our team and make a difference by leading coordinated education responses in humanitarian settings. As Education Manager Cluster Coordinator, you will unite partners around a shared strategy, ensure effective planning and delivery of interventions, and promote accountability to affected communities—driving an inclusive, timely, and impactful response to education needs.
UNICEF’s Operations Centre supports this mandate by providing 24/7 real-time global situational awareness and crisis communication, enabling risk-informed decision-making across the organization. By maintaining a continuous picture of emerging and evolving situations, OPSCEN enables UNICEF’s efforts to support children and families and serves as a vital communication bridge between Headquarters and field offices. This role is for professionals who are comfortable operating at the centre of a global organization. As an OPSCEN Associate, you will serve as a first point of contact for UNICEF personnel in the field and contribute to the team’s shared responsibility for maintaining situational awareness by ensuring the availability of real time data and reporting, in support of timely and coordinated action. Following its relocation from New York to Rome, OPSCEN is entering an exciting new phase, with a clear vision to strengthen its role as UNICEF’s global emergency operations and crisis communication service. This includes expanding and refining its suite of products and services, with a strong emphasis on innovation, application of technology, adaptability, and creative approaches to how information is captured, analyzed, presented, and shared. The work is delivered through a rotational shift system grounded in established operational best practices, ensuring continuity, predictable scheduling, and formal compensatory arrangements. The environment values professionalism, reliability, and mutual accountability; and those selected will undertake a structured onboarding and training period designed to ensure a clear understanding of OPSCEN’s internal guidelines, processes, tools, and expectations.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide dedicated support to UNICEF's regional knowledge management function during a period of organizational transition and change. The consultant will support the implementation of the ECAMENA Digital and Knowledge Transition Exercise, including the mapping, migration, consolidation, and documentation of digital workspaces, knowledge assets, and evidence repositories across MENARO and ECARO. In parallel, the consultant will support the continuity of ongoing regional knowledge management activities, including the management of evidence and knowledge
repositories, facilitation of knowledge-sharing initiatives and communities of practice, maintenance of the Knowledge@UNICEF platform, development of knowledge products, and support to organizational learning efforts across the MENA region.
The Education Specialist will ensure the seamless programme, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting of UNICEF’s European Union Funded “Last Mile Connectivity of Schools”, the Dutch Funded “PROSPECTS” Integrated Projects, and will lead climate-resilient education system-related technical assistance and implementation. This will be done in close collaboration with other programme sections in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (including Innovation, Child Protection, WASH and Social Policy), respective field offices and involved partners.
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.
Join UNICEF Uganda as a WASH Officer – Emergency, NOB, and help protect children and families during the Ebola response. This Temporary Appointment is ideal for a hands-on WASH professional who thrives in emergencies, builds strong partnerships, and is ready to make an immediate impact.
The Construction Officer is responsible for providing technical support to construction activities at the Country Office level, including planning, support to procurement, and monitoring of construction works on site. The position supports the preparation of design and technical documents, assists procurement processes, and ensures effective monitoring of construction projects in compliance with UNICEF norms and standards. The Construction Officer collaborates closely with Programme and Operations sections and coordinates with government counterparts to ensure construction interventions meet programmatic needs and contribute to results for children.
Under the supervision of the Education Specialist, the consultant will provide technical assistance to strengthen the Non Formal Education (NFE) agenda in Nepal.
The assignment will support UNICEF’s contribution to the School Education Sector Plan (SESP) and national priorities on equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection (MLSP) in analysing the disability system, progress, achievements, and challenges in the disability determination process in the Republic of Moldova. This includes assessing the existing disability framework to develop a Road Map for the designing criteria for determining disability in children and adults, in line with international/EU Member States’ practices, aligned with the biopsychosocial model and the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health - Children and Youth version (ICF-CY). The main deliverable will be a practical, forward-looking roadmap for revising and piloting the disability assessment criteria in the Republic of Moldova.
Are you looking for a hands-on experience to expand your knowledge and skills? UNICEF Ghana has an opportunity for young talents to engage as Advocacy Research Intern to support UNICEF Ghana's advocacy work by conducting research, generating evidence, and analyzing policy and development trends to inform advocacy strategies and decision-making.
The internship duration is 26 weeks.
Le/La Chargé(e) SBC-Nutrition apportera un appui technique et opérationnel à la planification, à la mise en oeuvre, au suivi et à l’évaluation de stratégies de Changement Social et Comportemental fondées sur des évidences, contribuant à l’amélioration des pratiques nutritionnelles et à l’accroissement de la demande et de l’utilisation des services nutritionnels essentiels.
UNICEF is requesting the consultant to initiate a comprehensive programme of advanced secondary analyses that goes beyond descriptive reporting, which is to date available in most national reports, with the objective of generating actionable evidence to inform nutrition policies, strategic choices, and programme implementation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This work responds to the growing availability of high-quality national datasets and programmatic information, alongside the urgent need to better leverage these data to accelerate progress under the National Multisectoral Nutrition Strategic Plan 2023-2030. To this end, the consultant will contribute to the development of a thematic supplement, coordinated by guest editors from UNICEF and government entities, bringing together cutting-edge analytical work and implementation-focused evidence.
You as the People and Culture Officer provide support to the supervisor and colleagues in the unit by executing HR services through applying knowledge of theoretical HR models, as well as understanding of organizational HR policies and procedures.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors. UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations. This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors.
UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations.
This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors. UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations. This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors. UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations. This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors. UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations. This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support and coordinate a participatory MCO strategic planning process for operationalization of the EU MCO concept note (applying the three strategies of positioning, partnering and catalytic programming), specifically in the development of result frameworks with clear results at all levels, clearly aligning them to the timeline and results of the Strategic Plan (2026-2029) and other strategic documents, strategies, and resource requirements. The exact duration of the results framework will be determined during the inception phase of the consultancy “Inception and Process design”
An exciting and challenging opportunity is now available within the UNICEF Burundi Country Office for a highly motivated and dedicated Deputy Representative, Operations (P-4). The Operations function serves as a strategic Business Partner within the Senior Management Team, enabling programme delivery and ensuring the effective use of UNICEF resources and assets in line with sound management practices, office priorities and goals to deliver results for children. In an increasingly complex operational and partnership environment, the function supports the Head of the Office in managing the office and monitoring operations and programmes as needed, while advising on effective and innovative management practices to strengthen office performance. The function also helps address exceptional situations through a risk-informed approach, engaging relevant HQ and regional office stakeholders to secure support and required authorizations when necessary.
Join our team and make a difference by leading coordinated education responses in humanitarian settings. As Education Manager Cluster Coordinator, you will unite partners around a shared strategy, ensure effective planning and delivery of interventions, and promote accountability to affected communities—driving an inclusive, timely, and impactful response to education needs.
UNICEF’s Operations Centre supports this mandate by providing 24/7 real-time global situational awareness and crisis communication, enabling risk-informed decision-making across the organization. By maintaining a continuous picture of emerging and evolving situations, OPSCEN enables UNICEF’s efforts to support children and families and serves as a vital communication bridge between Headquarters and field offices. This role is for professionals who are comfortable operating at the centre of a global organization. As an OPSCEN Associate, you will serve as a first point of contact for UNICEF personnel in the field and contribute to the team’s shared responsibility for maintaining situational awareness by ensuring the availability of real time data and reporting, in support of timely and coordinated action. Following its relocation from New York to Rome, OPSCEN is entering an exciting new phase, with a clear vision to strengthen its role as UNICEF’s global emergency operations and crisis communication service. This includes expanding and refining its suite of products and services, with a strong emphasis on innovation, application of technology, adaptability, and creative approaches to how information is captured, analyzed, presented, and shared. The work is delivered through a rotational shift system grounded in established operational best practices, ensuring continuity, predictable scheduling, and formal compensatory arrangements. The environment values professionalism, reliability, and mutual accountability; and those selected will undertake a structured onboarding and training period designed to ensure a clear understanding of OPSCEN’s internal guidelines, processes, tools, and expectations.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide dedicated support to UNICEF's regional knowledge management function during a period of organizational transition and change. The consultant will support the implementation of the ECAMENA Digital and Knowledge Transition Exercise, including the mapping, migration, consolidation, and documentation of digital workspaces, knowledge assets, and evidence repositories across MENARO and ECARO. In parallel, the consultant will support the continuity of ongoing regional knowledge management activities, including the management of evidence and knowledge
repositories, facilitation of knowledge-sharing initiatives and communities of practice, maintenance of the Knowledge@UNICEF platform, development of knowledge products, and support to organizational learning efforts across the MENA region.
The Education Specialist will ensure the seamless programme, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting of UNICEF’s European Union Funded “Last Mile Connectivity of Schools”, the Dutch Funded “PROSPECTS” Integrated Projects, and will lead climate-resilient education system-related technical assistance and implementation. This will be done in close collaboration with other programme sections in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (including Innovation, Child Protection, WASH and Social Policy), respective field offices and involved partners.
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.
Join UNICEF Uganda as a WASH Officer – Emergency, NOB, and help protect children and families during the Ebola response. This Temporary Appointment is ideal for a hands-on WASH professional who thrives in emergencies, builds strong partnerships, and is ready to make an immediate impact.
The Construction Officer is responsible for providing technical support to construction activities at the Country Office level, including planning, support to procurement, and monitoring of construction works on site. The position supports the preparation of design and technical documents, assists procurement processes, and ensures effective monitoring of construction projects in compliance with UNICEF norms and standards. The Construction Officer collaborates closely with Programme and Operations sections and coordinates with government counterparts to ensure construction interventions meet programmatic needs and contribute to results for children.
Under the supervision of the Education Specialist, the consultant will provide technical assistance to strengthen the Non Formal Education (NFE) agenda in Nepal.
The assignment will support UNICEF’s contribution to the School Education Sector Plan (SESP) and national priorities on equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
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