UNICEF is seeking an experienced and strategic Chief of Social Policy (P5) to lead and advance a high‑impact social policy programme in a complex Ukraine country office environment. Reporting to the Deputy Representative, the role provides overall leadership for policy dialogue, advocacy, and programme delivery aimed at reducing child poverty, strengthening social protection systems, and improving child‑focused public investments. The Chief of Social Policy leads and develops a Social Policy team, ensuring high performance, strong collaboration, and results‑driven delivery across sectors. The role works closely with government counterparts, donors, civil society, and UN partners to strengthen governance, decentralization, accountability, and community participation. It also supports integrated programming with education, health, child protection, and WASH teams to maximize impact for children. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence national policy, strengthen systems, and deliver sustainable outcomes for children’s rights and well‑being. UNICEF is committed to equity and encourages candidates who are passionate about advancing social justice and inclusive development.
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
UNICEF Haiti is seeking for a passionate and committed person to work in the role of Chief Education (Programme/Cluster) 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 Supply and Logistics Specialist reports to the Deputy Representative Operations as per the Country Office (CO) set-up and is responsible for managing the supply chains of a small sized country office, and/or small sized emergency response operation, or elements of the supply chains of a larger supply operation. The supply chain operations include planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, in country transport and distribution, as well as monitoring of supplies, services and construction works.
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.
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.
UNICEF Zambia Country Office would like to recruit an intern to support the Nutrition Officer in implementation, documentation, and follow-up related to breastfeeding and complementary feeding (IYCF) interventions under the Nutrition Programme. The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Nutrition Officer and provide structured support to day-to-day programme implementation and routine administrative processes.
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.
The UNICEF Office in DRC is looking for an experienced Cold Chain Logistics Specialist (Vaccine Management) at P-3 level for a 6-month temporary assignment based in Kalemie, Tanganyika Province.
Working under the Chief of Field Office and the technical guidance of the Immunization Supply Chain Manager in Kinshasa, you will be UNICEF's technical anchor on the ground, supporting 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 polio outbreak response.
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 energized by complex operational challenges, and ready to bring your expertise to one of the most consequential immunization programmes in the world — join UNICEF. Together, we can ensure that no child in DRC is left behind because a vaccine didn't reach them in time.
UNICEF Rwanda Country Office is looking for a qualified candidate for the position of Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, to ensure that the UNICEF Country Office has useful, valid and reliable information about children’s and women’s rights and the performance of UNICEF-supported programmes including their relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability, and in emergency contexts, their coverage, coordination and coherence.
To conduct an independent end-of-programme performance and process evaluation of the United Nations Joint Programme on Social Protection Phase II, assessing performance building on the 2021 Mid-Term Review, including efficiency and value for money, the effectiveness of joint programming arrangements, and generate forward-looking, actionable recommendations for future UN support to the national social protection sector.
UNICEF South Sudan is looking for a Chief, Nutrition to provide strategic leadership and oversight of the country’s nutrition programme. Reporting to the Deputy Representative – Programmes, the Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of the nutrition programme, from strategic planning and formulation through to the delivery of results. The role leads and manages the Nutrition team and is accountable for ensuring that concrete and sustainable results in maternal, infant and child nutrition are achieved in line with programme plans, allocated resources, results-based management principles, UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, and established performance and accountability standards.
Drive sustainable financing solutions to protect children from violence. UNICEF is seeking a Child Protection Specialist (Financing for Scale) to strengthen public financing systems, investment cases and innovative financing approaches that enable equitable, scalable child protection and violence prevention programmes. Based in Nairobi within UNICEF’s Global Programme Division, this role offers a unique opportunity to influence national and global financing agendas, support governments and partners, and help deliver lasting impact for children worldwide.
Under the supervision of the Chief of SBC, the consultant will design and facilitate a five-day strategic retreat for the SBC team, applying participatory methodologies such as Design Thinking, Liberating Structures and Systems Thinking.
The Chief is responsible for providing leadership in identifying and prioritizing assurance and advisory activities in assigned areas and in the planning and execution of all engagements in a potfolio of work. The position is also responsible for supervising staff assigned to the unit and portfolio of work, including managing performance, and ensuring quality of outputs. Governed by the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing of the IIA, internal audits accomplish OIAl's mission by using a systematic, disciplined approach to assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of Organization's governance, risk management and control processes.
Accountable for developing, managing, co-ordinating, networking, implementing and monitoring an advocacy and communication strategy and associated products and activities on a regular and on-going basis with public audiences, with the objective of promoting awareness, understanding, support and respect for children’s and women’s rights, and support for UNICEF's mission, priorities and programmes in the country office and at a global level and those of the UN Country Team.
UNICEF is seeking an experienced and strategic Chief of Social Policy (P5) to lead and advance a high‑impact social policy programme in a complex Ukraine country office environment. Reporting to the Deputy Representative, the role provides overall leadership for policy dialogue, advocacy, and programme delivery aimed at reducing child poverty, strengthening social protection systems, and improving child‑focused public investments. The Chief of Social Policy leads and develops a Social Policy team, ensuring high performance, strong collaboration, and results‑driven delivery across sectors. The role works closely with government counterparts, donors, civil society, and UN partners to strengthen governance, decentralization, accountability, and community participation. It also supports integrated programming with education, health, child protection, and WASH teams to maximize impact for children. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence national policy, strengthen systems, and deliver sustainable outcomes for children’s rights and well‑being. UNICEF is committed to equity and encourages candidates who are passionate about advancing social justice and inclusive development.
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
UNICEF Haiti is seeking for a passionate and committed person to work in the role of Chief Education (Programme/Cluster) 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 Supply and Logistics Specialist reports to the Deputy Representative Operations as per the Country Office (CO) set-up and is responsible for managing the supply chains of a small sized country office, and/or small sized emergency response operation, or elements of the supply chains of a larger supply operation. The supply chain operations include planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, in country transport and distribution, as well as monitoring of supplies, services and construction works.
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.
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.
UNICEF Zambia Country Office would like to recruit an intern to support the Nutrition Officer in implementation, documentation, and follow-up related to breastfeeding and complementary feeding (IYCF) interventions under the Nutrition Programme. The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Nutrition Officer and provide structured support to day-to-day programme implementation and routine administrative processes.
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.
The UNICEF Office in DRC is looking for an experienced Cold Chain Logistics Specialist (Vaccine Management) at P-3 level for a 6-month temporary assignment based in Kalemie, Tanganyika Province.
Working under the Chief of Field Office and the technical guidance of the Immunization Supply Chain Manager in Kinshasa, you will be UNICEF's technical anchor on the ground, supporting 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 polio outbreak response.
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 energized by complex operational challenges, and ready to bring your expertise to one of the most consequential immunization programmes in the world — join UNICEF. Together, we can ensure that no child in DRC is left behind because a vaccine didn't reach them in time.
UNICEF Rwanda Country Office is looking for a qualified candidate for the position of Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, to ensure that the UNICEF Country Office has useful, valid and reliable information about children’s and women’s rights and the performance of UNICEF-supported programmes including their relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability, and in emergency contexts, their coverage, coordination and coherence.
To conduct an independent end-of-programme performance and process evaluation of the United Nations Joint Programme on Social Protection Phase II, assessing performance building on the 2021 Mid-Term Review, including efficiency and value for money, the effectiveness of joint programming arrangements, and generate forward-looking, actionable recommendations for future UN support to the national social protection sector.
UNICEF South Sudan is looking for a Chief, Nutrition to provide strategic leadership and oversight of the country’s nutrition programme. Reporting to the Deputy Representative – Programmes, the Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of the nutrition programme, from strategic planning and formulation through to the delivery of results. The role leads and manages the Nutrition team and is accountable for ensuring that concrete and sustainable results in maternal, infant and child nutrition are achieved in line with programme plans, allocated resources, results-based management principles, UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, and established performance and accountability standards.
Drive sustainable financing solutions to protect children from violence. UNICEF is seeking a Child Protection Specialist (Financing for Scale) to strengthen public financing systems, investment cases and innovative financing approaches that enable equitable, scalable child protection and violence prevention programmes. Based in Nairobi within UNICEF’s Global Programme Division, this role offers a unique opportunity to influence national and global financing agendas, support governments and partners, and help deliver lasting impact for children worldwide.
Under the supervision of the Chief of SBC, the consultant will design and facilitate a five-day strategic retreat for the SBC team, applying participatory methodologies such as Design Thinking, Liberating Structures and Systems Thinking.
The Chief is responsible for providing leadership in identifying and prioritizing assurance and advisory activities in assigned areas and in the planning and execution of all engagements in a potfolio of work. The position is also responsible for supervising staff assigned to the unit and portfolio of work, including managing performance, and ensuring quality of outputs. Governed by the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing of the IIA, internal audits accomplish OIAl's mission by using a systematic, disciplined approach to assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of Organization's governance, risk management and control processes.
Accountable for developing, managing, co-ordinating, networking, implementing and monitoring an advocacy and communication strategy and associated products and activities on a regular and on-going basis with public audiences, with the objective of promoting awareness, understanding, support and respect for children’s and women’s rights, and support for UNICEF's mission, priorities and programmes in the country office and at a global level and those of the UN Country Team.
