The Social & Economic Policy (SEP) unit at UNICEF Innocenti - Global Office of Research and Foresight is establishing a Roster of Consultants with pre-qualified candidates who can be contracted quickly to provide a range of research services. These may include quantitative or qualitative data collection activities, data analysis (quantitative and/or qualitative), literature reviews, writing research outputs such as reports, briefs or academic articles, amongst others.
UNICEF Pacific is hiring two Programme Specialists (Health System Strengthening (HSS)), P3 on a temporary appointment, each to be based in one of the following duty stations of the Pacific Multi Country Office:
• Tarawa, Kiribati
• Nuku’alofa, Tonga, with regular quarterly missions to Tuvalu
Under the technical supervision of the Programme Manager (HSS), UNICEF Pacific Multi-Country Office, Programme Specialists provide technical, managerial and operational leadership for Pacific Healthy Islands Transformation (PHIT) project activities in respective countries (Kiribati, Tonga and Tuvalu). They will act as UNICEF’s primary in-country coordinators, ensuring effective implementation of PHIT activities while maintaining coherence with UNICEF’s broader health and nutrition programming in each of the countries. The roles ensure effective delivery of UNICEF-supported PHIT outputs at country level, aligned with regional designs and supporting to the Centre of Excellence (COE) element for Primary Health Care (PHC) elements; strong partnerships with the Ministry of Health and Project Management Unit (PMU); oversight of local vendors, consultants, and technical partners; alignment of PHIT activities with UNICEF’s broader health and nutrition programming in each country; hands-on support to the PMU for monitoring and evaluation; and compliance with UNICEF policies and donor requirements.
UNICEF Pacific is hiring a Programme Manager (Health System Strengthening), P4 on temporary appointment to be based in Suva, Fiji. Under the supervision of the Chief, Health and Nutrition, the Programme Manager provides support for overall strategic, technical, and managerial leadership for the Pacific Healthy Islands Transformation (PHIT) Project, a regional programme designed to deliver shared solutions and public goods that transcend national boundaries while strengthening country-level health system performance.
The role is responsible for the end-to-end management of a complex regional programme, including strategic planning, implementation oversight, stakeholder coordination, and delivery of regional outputs, while ensuring strong country ownership through close collaboration with Ministries of Health and other relevant partners. This includes direct execution of PHIT regional and national activities in Fiji, as well as technical, managerial, and quality oversight of project implementation in Kiribati, Tonga, and Tuvalu, through supervision and support to country-level coordinators.
The consultant will carry out an independent technical review of the child protection data and knowledge management system, identify gaps, and provide actionable recommendations for enhancement. Besides these recommendations, customized analytical tools and data products will be developed to support real-time data analysis, informing programme planning and adjustments based on programme needs. By the end of the assignment, the child protection data management system will be strengthened and aligned with current programme requirements, while access to analytical insights for both programme staff and government counterparts will be improved.
The evaluation further contributes to Impact Result 2 ("350 million more children and young people learning and skilled") by generating evidence on how all-season WASH services impact school enrollment, attendance, retention and learning outcomes—particularly for girls who face barriers related to menstrual hygiene management. Additionally, this evaluation advances Impact Result 5 ("500 million children better protected from disasters, climate and environmental risks") by building critical evidence on the effectiveness of climate-resilient WASH infrastructure in water-scarce settings exposed to extreme weather events, directly supporting UNICEF's commitment to strengthen the resilience of social infrastructure and services to climate hazards.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide thematic evaluation support for the Impact Evaluation on “Accelerating Climate Resilient Water Sanitation and Hygiene Services for Schools and Healthcare Facilities in Karamoja.” The thematic expert will work as part of a multidisciplinary team including the UNICEF Impact Evaluation Specialist, data analyst, and program leads to advise and provide feedback on the technical thematic aspects of this evaluation including robust survey instruments, data analysis and preparation of reports and presentations of the findings.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The UNICEF Evaluation Office (EO), as one of the core evidence functions, aims to help UNICEF to improve its performance and results, by supporting organizational learning and accountability. Working through the network of regional evaluation teams, the UNICEF EO supports the organization’s 135+ country offices in finding evidence-based solutions for the world’s most vulnerable children.
The EO conducts strategic global, institutional effectiveness, humanitarian, and impact evaluations. It assures the quality and use of UNICEF evaluations by establishing norms, standards, guidelines as well as knowledge sharing and networking.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide quantitative data analysis support for the baseline phase of the Climate Resilient WASH impact evaluation in Karamoja, Uganda. The consultant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team including the UNICEF Impact Evaluation Specialist, WASH thematic expert, and program leads to ensure high-quality data collection, management, and analysis that meets international evaluation standards. This assignment focuses on establishing robust data collection systems, conducting baseline analysis, and creating comprehensive documentation to guide subsequent evaluation phases.
The International Consultant will provide technical expertise to develop, pilot, and refine the Inclusive Education Programmatic Framework (IEPF) for preschools in Uzbekistan. This will include supporting the establishment of pilot inclusive preschools, testing, and refining the IECPF and associated standards, tools, and processes that operationalize the Whole School Approach to inclusion across three key dimensions of equitable education systems: Access, Participation, and Achievement, and generating evidence to inform scale-up and integration into national policy and professional development systems.
Consultant is expected to work in close collaboration with established teams of experts and consultants already working in inclusive education for general secondary education and a consultant in charge of capacity building component of inclusive preschool education.
¡En UNICEF Guatemala estamos contratando! Buscamos a un consultor que sea el responsable de la formación, capacitación y seguimiento de los entrenadores y
promotores en todos los municipios dónde se implemente el programa Juego Limpio, tanto de forma técnica como metodológica.
UNICEF Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Information Management Officer 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 this consultancy is to provide maternity cover for the position of National PSEA Officer (UNV) for a period of 4 months. Under the supervision of the PSEA Specialist, the consultant will be responsible for supporting the operationalization of the UNICEF South Sudan Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Action Plan and supporting UNICEF personnel and partners to prevent and respond to SEA.
UNICEF Mozambique seeks a Consultant (Information Management Officer) to support the Child Protection Workstream in Mozambique by managing essential data systems and information products to strengthen coordination, strategic decision-making, and humanitarian response.
Purpose of the Assignment:
The purpose of this consultancy the consultancy to strengthen UNICEF Afghanistan’s education programme management systems by establishing robust monitoring, compliance, and reporting mechanisms across all donor-funded education initiatives. The consultant will ensure that programme resources are efficiently planned, tracked, and reported, providing timely and accurate analyses to inform management decisions and maintain donor confidence.
In parallel, the consultancy will enhance internal knowledge management systems to ensure the programmatic data are systematically captured, curated, and made accessible for learning, accountability, and adaptive management. Through this dual focus, the consultant will contribute to ensuring that UNICEF’s education programmes remain financially sound, transparent, and responsive to the complex and dynamic environment in which they operate.
Le/la stagiaire contribuera à la visibilité éthique et à la valorisation des résultats programmatiques, en coordination avec l’équipe Communication, afin de soutenir le plaidoyer, la redevabilité envers les communautés et les partenaires, et l’apprentissage programmatique, dans le strict respect des politiques et normes de l’UNICEF
UNICEF’s Office of Innovation is hiring an Innovation Specialist to lead knowledge management and data analytics efforts that support smarter decision-making and stronger results for children worldwide. We’re looking for a data-savvy professional with strong experience in knowledge management, analytics, visualization, and emerging technologies, passionate about using evidence and innovation to drive social change.
- Le gouvernement du Benin vient de lancer en partenariat avec UNICEF /Child Nutrition Funds (CNF) et d’autres partenaires un programme intégré de 1000 premiers jours de l’enfant d’envergure nationale basé sur la supplémentation en micronutriments des enfants de 6 mois à 23 mois et des femmes enceintes/ allaitantes. Ce programme a une grande ambition de protéger et promouvoir des régimes alimentaires, des services et des pratiques qui favorisent une nutrition, une croissance et un développement optimaux chez les jeunes enfants et les femmes enceintes et allaitantes. Ce programme a pour objectif de fournir de manière holistique les interventions à haut impact dont la supplémentation avec les SQ-LNS à au moins 75% des enfants de 6 à 23 mois dans les communes à très haut risque, à 75% des femmes enceintes et allaitantes, des capsules de vitamine A à plus de 80% d’enfants de 6 mois à 59 mois, le déparasitage et la prise en charge par l’approche communautaire au moins 75% d’enfants affectés par la malnutrition aiguë sévère et la malnutrition aiguë modéré.
Ukraine is facing one of the most complex youth development challenges in Europe. UNICEF seeks to promote integrated learning-to-earning pathways, linking training, apprenticeships, and entrepreneurship into coherent transitions toward sustainable employment, aligned with labor market demand and national recovery priorities, and responsive to current and emerging labor market needs.
UNICEF’s Adolescent Development & Participation (ADAP) program in Ukraine is positioned at the center of these national priorities. the Programme Officer will coordinate UNICEF Ukraine’s work on youth employment, apprenticeships, and entrepreneurship, contributing directly to the ADAP strategy’s economic opportunities and livelihoods outcomes. The Officer will design, implement, and scale evidence-based models that increase access to decent work and entrepreneurship pathways for young people, with particular focus on the most vulnerable groups, including displaced youth, NEETs, and youth in rural or conflict-affected areas. The role will require close collaboration with national and local government partners (e.g., Ministry of Economy, Ministry of Youth and Sports, local hromadas), as well as strategic engagement with private sector, CSO, and UN partners to create integrated, sustainable, and replicable youth employment solutions aligned with the EU Youth Guarantee and national recovery priorities. This position is pivotal for strengthening systems, scaling impact, and ensuring continuity in youth economic programming.
UNICEF will therefore support the Ministry of Health to strengthen PHC through the UPHV programme, while ensuring alignment between UPHV operational guidance, digital systems and the adapted WHO Pocket Book. A national consultant with strong contextual and technical expertise is required to support this process.
UNICEF Uruguay busca un/a consultor/a para brindar apoyo técnico especializado a la Dirección del Instituto Nacional de la Juventud (INJU) en la coordinación general del Programa Ni Silencio Ni Tabú, contribuyendo a la planificación, articulación, seguimiento y adecuada implementación de sus componentes, en coordinación con los equipos técnicos de INJU y UNICEF.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking to hire a consultant to update and rollout of Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) Operational Guidelines, SOP, training material and Training of vaccinators, program managers and other immunization stakeholders on various aspects of immunization program, including vaccine stock management reporting and monitoring
If you are a committed and highly organized professional with strong experience in Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) and a passion for improving health and nutrition outcomes for children and communities, UNICEF Philippines invites you to apply for the position of Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) Consultant – BARMM under the Health and Nutrition Programme. Four consultants which will be based in Iligan City, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur or Zamboanga City, this consultancy will support the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of SBC strategies for health and nutrition under the Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP). The role involves generating SBC evidence, supporting the development and localization of regional and sub-regional SBC strategies, coordinating with government and partners, monitoring implementation, supporting cross-sectoral SBC integration, and contributing to policy advocacy for nutrition financing—ensuring alignment with UNICEF’s programme frameworks, quality standards, and equity-focused approach to deliver meaningful results for children and families in BARMM.
UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
The Social & Economic Policy (SEP) unit at UNICEF Innocenti - Global Office of Research and Foresight is establishing a Roster of Consultants with pre-qualified candidates who can be contracted quickly to provide a range of research services. These may include quantitative or qualitative data collection activities, data analysis (quantitative and/or qualitative), literature reviews, writing research outputs such as reports, briefs or academic articles, amongst others.
UNICEF Pacific is hiring two Programme Specialists (Health System Strengthening (HSS)), P3 on a temporary appointment, each to be based in one of the following duty stations of the Pacific Multi Country Office:
• Tarawa, Kiribati
• Nuku’alofa, Tonga, with regular quarterly missions to Tuvalu
Under the technical supervision of the Programme Manager (HSS), UNICEF Pacific Multi-Country Office, Programme Specialists provide technical, managerial and operational leadership for Pacific Healthy Islands Transformation (PHIT) project activities in respective countries (Kiribati, Tonga and Tuvalu). They will act as UNICEF’s primary in-country coordinators, ensuring effective implementation of PHIT activities while maintaining coherence with UNICEF’s broader health and nutrition programming in each of the countries. The roles ensure effective delivery of UNICEF-supported PHIT outputs at country level, aligned with regional designs and supporting to the Centre of Excellence (COE) element for Primary Health Care (PHC) elements; strong partnerships with the Ministry of Health and Project Management Unit (PMU); oversight of local vendors, consultants, and technical partners; alignment of PHIT activities with UNICEF’s broader health and nutrition programming in each country; hands-on support to the PMU for monitoring and evaluation; and compliance with UNICEF policies and donor requirements.
UNICEF Pacific is hiring a Programme Manager (Health System Strengthening), P4 on temporary appointment to be based in Suva, Fiji. Under the supervision of the Chief, Health and Nutrition, the Programme Manager provides support for overall strategic, technical, and managerial leadership for the Pacific Healthy Islands Transformation (PHIT) Project, a regional programme designed to deliver shared solutions and public goods that transcend national boundaries while strengthening country-level health system performance.
The role is responsible for the end-to-end management of a complex regional programme, including strategic planning, implementation oversight, stakeholder coordination, and delivery of regional outputs, while ensuring strong country ownership through close collaboration with Ministries of Health and other relevant partners. This includes direct execution of PHIT regional and national activities in Fiji, as well as technical, managerial, and quality oversight of project implementation in Kiribati, Tonga, and Tuvalu, through supervision and support to country-level coordinators.
The consultant will carry out an independent technical review of the child protection data and knowledge management system, identify gaps, and provide actionable recommendations for enhancement. Besides these recommendations, customized analytical tools and data products will be developed to support real-time data analysis, informing programme planning and adjustments based on programme needs. By the end of the assignment, the child protection data management system will be strengthened and aligned with current programme requirements, while access to analytical insights for both programme staff and government counterparts will be improved.
The evaluation further contributes to Impact Result 2 ("350 million more children and young people learning and skilled") by generating evidence on how all-season WASH services impact school enrollment, attendance, retention and learning outcomes—particularly for girls who face barriers related to menstrual hygiene management. Additionally, this evaluation advances Impact Result 5 ("500 million children better protected from disasters, climate and environmental risks") by building critical evidence on the effectiveness of climate-resilient WASH infrastructure in water-scarce settings exposed to extreme weather events, directly supporting UNICEF's commitment to strengthen the resilience of social infrastructure and services to climate hazards.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide thematic evaluation support for the Impact Evaluation on “Accelerating Climate Resilient Water Sanitation and Hygiene Services for Schools and Healthcare Facilities in Karamoja.” The thematic expert will work as part of a multidisciplinary team including the UNICEF Impact Evaluation Specialist, data analyst, and program leads to advise and provide feedback on the technical thematic aspects of this evaluation including robust survey instruments, data analysis and preparation of reports and presentations of the findings.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The UNICEF Evaluation Office (EO), as one of the core evidence functions, aims to help UNICEF to improve its performance and results, by supporting organizational learning and accountability. Working through the network of regional evaluation teams, the UNICEF EO supports the organization’s 135+ country offices in finding evidence-based solutions for the world’s most vulnerable children.
The EO conducts strategic global, institutional effectiveness, humanitarian, and impact evaluations. It assures the quality and use of UNICEF evaluations by establishing norms, standards, guidelines as well as knowledge sharing and networking.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide quantitative data analysis support for the baseline phase of the Climate Resilient WASH impact evaluation in Karamoja, Uganda. The consultant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team including the UNICEF Impact Evaluation Specialist, WASH thematic expert, and program leads to ensure high-quality data collection, management, and analysis that meets international evaluation standards. This assignment focuses on establishing robust data collection systems, conducting baseline analysis, and creating comprehensive documentation to guide subsequent evaluation phases.
The International Consultant will provide technical expertise to develop, pilot, and refine the Inclusive Education Programmatic Framework (IEPF) for preschools in Uzbekistan. This will include supporting the establishment of pilot inclusive preschools, testing, and refining the IECPF and associated standards, tools, and processes that operationalize the Whole School Approach to inclusion across three key dimensions of equitable education systems: Access, Participation, and Achievement, and generating evidence to inform scale-up and integration into national policy and professional development systems.
Consultant is expected to work in close collaboration with established teams of experts and consultants already working in inclusive education for general secondary education and a consultant in charge of capacity building component of inclusive preschool education.
¡En UNICEF Guatemala estamos contratando! Buscamos a un consultor que sea el responsable de la formación, capacitación y seguimiento de los entrenadores y
promotores en todos los municipios dónde se implemente el programa Juego Limpio, tanto de forma técnica como metodológica.
UNICEF Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Information Management Officer 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 this consultancy is to provide maternity cover for the position of National PSEA Officer (UNV) for a period of 4 months. Under the supervision of the PSEA Specialist, the consultant will be responsible for supporting the operationalization of the UNICEF South Sudan Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Action Plan and supporting UNICEF personnel and partners to prevent and respond to SEA.
UNICEF Mozambique seeks a Consultant (Information Management Officer) to support the Child Protection Workstream in Mozambique by managing essential data systems and information products to strengthen coordination, strategic decision-making, and humanitarian response.
Purpose of the Assignment:
The purpose of this consultancy the consultancy to strengthen UNICEF Afghanistan’s education programme management systems by establishing robust monitoring, compliance, and reporting mechanisms across all donor-funded education initiatives. The consultant will ensure that programme resources are efficiently planned, tracked, and reported, providing timely and accurate analyses to inform management decisions and maintain donor confidence.
In parallel, the consultancy will enhance internal knowledge management systems to ensure the programmatic data are systematically captured, curated, and made accessible for learning, accountability, and adaptive management. Through this dual focus, the consultant will contribute to ensuring that UNICEF’s education programmes remain financially sound, transparent, and responsive to the complex and dynamic environment in which they operate.
Le/la stagiaire contribuera à la visibilité éthique et à la valorisation des résultats programmatiques, en coordination avec l’équipe Communication, afin de soutenir le plaidoyer, la redevabilité envers les communautés et les partenaires, et l’apprentissage programmatique, dans le strict respect des politiques et normes de l’UNICEF
UNICEF’s Office of Innovation is hiring an Innovation Specialist to lead knowledge management and data analytics efforts that support smarter decision-making and stronger results for children worldwide. We’re looking for a data-savvy professional with strong experience in knowledge management, analytics, visualization, and emerging technologies, passionate about using evidence and innovation to drive social change.
- Le gouvernement du Benin vient de lancer en partenariat avec UNICEF /Child Nutrition Funds (CNF) et d’autres partenaires un programme intégré de 1000 premiers jours de l’enfant d’envergure nationale basé sur la supplémentation en micronutriments des enfants de 6 mois à 23 mois et des femmes enceintes/ allaitantes. Ce programme a une grande ambition de protéger et promouvoir des régimes alimentaires, des services et des pratiques qui favorisent une nutrition, une croissance et un développement optimaux chez les jeunes enfants et les femmes enceintes et allaitantes. Ce programme a pour objectif de fournir de manière holistique les interventions à haut impact dont la supplémentation avec les SQ-LNS à au moins 75% des enfants de 6 à 23 mois dans les communes à très haut risque, à 75% des femmes enceintes et allaitantes, des capsules de vitamine A à plus de 80% d’enfants de 6 mois à 59 mois, le déparasitage et la prise en charge par l’approche communautaire au moins 75% d’enfants affectés par la malnutrition aiguë sévère et la malnutrition aiguë modéré.
Ukraine is facing one of the most complex youth development challenges in Europe. UNICEF seeks to promote integrated learning-to-earning pathways, linking training, apprenticeships, and entrepreneurship into coherent transitions toward sustainable employment, aligned with labor market demand and national recovery priorities, and responsive to current and emerging labor market needs.
UNICEF’s Adolescent Development & Participation (ADAP) program in Ukraine is positioned at the center of these national priorities. the Programme Officer will coordinate UNICEF Ukraine’s work on youth employment, apprenticeships, and entrepreneurship, contributing directly to the ADAP strategy’s economic opportunities and livelihoods outcomes. The Officer will design, implement, and scale evidence-based models that increase access to decent work and entrepreneurship pathways for young people, with particular focus on the most vulnerable groups, including displaced youth, NEETs, and youth in rural or conflict-affected areas. The role will require close collaboration with national and local government partners (e.g., Ministry of Economy, Ministry of Youth and Sports, local hromadas), as well as strategic engagement with private sector, CSO, and UN partners to create integrated, sustainable, and replicable youth employment solutions aligned with the EU Youth Guarantee and national recovery priorities. This position is pivotal for strengthening systems, scaling impact, and ensuring continuity in youth economic programming.
UNICEF will therefore support the Ministry of Health to strengthen PHC through the UPHV programme, while ensuring alignment between UPHV operational guidance, digital systems and the adapted WHO Pocket Book. A national consultant with strong contextual and technical expertise is required to support this process.
UNICEF Uruguay busca un/a consultor/a para brindar apoyo técnico especializado a la Dirección del Instituto Nacional de la Juventud (INJU) en la coordinación general del Programa Ni Silencio Ni Tabú, contribuyendo a la planificación, articulación, seguimiento y adecuada implementación de sus componentes, en coordinación con los equipos técnicos de INJU y UNICEF.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking to hire a consultant to update and rollout of Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) Operational Guidelines, SOP, training material and Training of vaccinators, program managers and other immunization stakeholders on various aspects of immunization program, including vaccine stock management reporting and monitoring
If you are a committed and highly organized professional with strong experience in Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) and a passion for improving health and nutrition outcomes for children and communities, UNICEF Philippines invites you to apply for the position of Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) Consultant – BARMM under the Health and Nutrition Programme. Four consultants which will be based in Iligan City, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur or Zamboanga City, this consultancy will support the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of SBC strategies for health and nutrition under the Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP). The role involves generating SBC evidence, supporting the development and localization of regional and sub-regional SBC strategies, coordinating with government and partners, monitoring implementation, supporting cross-sectoral SBC integration, and contributing to policy advocacy for nutrition financing—ensuring alignment with UNICEF’s programme frameworks, quality standards, and equity-focused approach to deliver meaningful results for children and families in BARMM.
UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
