Are you interested in empowering girls and young people with the skills to learn, lead, innovate, and thrive? Join UNICEF to shape the future of learning and skills for every child and young person in Cameroon. At P2 level, the post provides dedicated professional capacity to support programme design, partner engagement, technical quality assurance, field monitoring, evidence generation and donor reporting. It also strengthens the Education section’s ability to engage with government, private sector actors, technology providers, training institutions and development partners to identify scalable solutions that promote skills in digital inclusion, economic empowerment and sustainable socio-economic participation for young people.
In practical terms, the consultancy will support the collection of education financing and expenditure data at both national and sub-national levels to inform PF4C evidence generation, policy dialogue, advocacy efforts, and capacity building. In this context, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) will serve as a key counterpart for the success of this assignment, particularly for budgetary data collection and engagement on public financing processes. In addition, the consultant will support the design and implementation of a series of capacity strengthening activities for relevant MoE and GDoE staff through training, coaching, mentoring, and technical support on PF4C and education financing.
Join UNICEF Rome's digital transformation journey and help deliver a secure, seamless, and user-focused technology experience. Your work will empower colleagues with reliable access to digital tools and services, enabling greater efficiency, collaboration, and impact for children worldwide.
Join UNICEF’s digital transformation journey by driving innovative, AI-enabled fundraising and partnership solutions that enhance supporter engagement, collaboration, and operational effectiveness. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering secure, scalable digital platforms that maximize impact for children worldwide.
UNICEF Lesotho seeks to hire a Social and Behaviour Change Officer who will provide technical and operational support to the supervisor, programmes, and partners by administering, executing and implementing a variety of tasks to promote and support community engagement and behaviour and social change interventions in immunization, requiring the application of technical skills in alignment with UNICEF organizational goals, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Chief of Health and Chief of ADAP, the Programme Associate provides specialized programme and administrative support to facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF's programmes. The role involves substantial engagement in data analysis, budget tracking, reporting, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and compliance with organizational policies, and procedures. Incumbent exercises judgment, anticipates needs, and recommends actions that contribute to programme planning, implementation and reporting results.
UNICEF Ethiopia is seeking a seasoned and highly motivated professional to provide technical, operational, administrative, and programmatic support across the full nutrition programme cycle, from strategic planning and design to implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing nutrition outcomes for children and women by supporting evidence-based programme development, coordinating with partners and stakeholders, tracking progress and results, and ensuring the effective delivery of high-impact nutrition interventions.This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional who is passionate about improving lives, strengthening systems, and contributing to UNICEF’s mission of ensuring every child has the opportunity to survive, thrive, and reach their full potential.
The Health Specialist provides technical leadership for UNICEF’s health policy, planning, and systems-strengthening work, while managing grants and supporting field-level programme delivery. The role focuses on translating evidence into effective policies and strategies, ensuring programme quality and accountability, delivering timely reporting, and coordinating with governments, partners, donors, and UNICEF teams to achieve equitable and sustainable health outcomes for children and women.
UNICEF is seeking for a Consultant who will be responsible for stewarding the successful delivery and continued development of the annual SPARK Innovation Award,
UNICE Lebanon is looking for an SBC Coordinator to provide technical and operational support for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of SBC interventions across sectors.
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.
Pakistan, as a State Party to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening national and sub-national child protection systems to uphold the rights of all children. Following the recent review, the Government of Pakistan has received the Concluding Observations (2026) from the Committee on the Rights of the Child, which provide a comprehensive set of recommendations to address persistent child rights challenges, including violence against children, child labour, child marriage, birth registration, justice for children, and alternative care. These observations present an important opportunity to translate international commitments into actionable and context-specific policy and programmatic responses, supported by coordinated advocacy and increased public investment in child protection systems.
The purpose of this assignment is to undertake data landscape diagnostic analysis that will provide UNICEF Bhubaneswar Field Office with a clear understanding of the development landscape in the state. The data analyst will work closely with the sector specialists to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for effective UNICEF data investments to bridge the data gap in assessing outcomes for children in the context of the SDGs and UNICEF programme outcomes, keeping in view the data demand and supply-side story for the coming 3-5 years. The consultant will support UNICEF’s program as well as the nodal departments with strong recommendations to improve the use of existing MIS data and the monitoring system to assess the situation pertaining to children, the state SDG indicator framework and building the capacity of the UNICEF field office and the nodal departments to analyze, synthesize, and process information to drive better results for children.
UNICEF Thailand Country Office (TCO) is seeking qualified individual Creative Design and Artwork Developer consultants with strong creative, conceptual, and technical design skills to provide design services on an as-needed basis. Selected consultants will work closely with the Private Sector Fundraising (PSFR) team members and other relevant stakeholders to develop high-quality visual materials that align with UNICEF's brand guidelines, communication objectives, and fundraising strategies.
UNICEF China has been working closely with the Ministry of Civil Affairs (MCA) to strengthen the child protection service system in China. Since 2010, MCA has advocated for the inclusion of the role of Child Director (a para-social worker, also known as a barefoot Social Worker) in a number of national policies, which state that each village and community should appoint at least one Child Director to provide services to vulnerable children. To date, MCA has supported the appointment of 582,000 Child Directors across urban and rural communities.
The overall objective of this consultancy is to provide technical guidance and support to national and subnational implementing partners and technical institutes engaged in strengthening the social service workforce, with a specific focus on the professionalization of Child Directors (Barefoot Social Workers).
UNICEF China Country Office is looking for seasoned candidates to fill in the position of Partnerships Specialist (Innovative Finance) at the NO-3 level (limited 2 years), based in Beijing. This position aims to advance innovative financing solutions for children. Under the supervision of the Chief of Private Sector Partnerships and Fundraising, and in close collaboration with the Global IF4C team (PFP), the Partnerships Specialist (Innovative Finance) develops and implements strategies and workplans to accelerate innovative financing solutions by engaging private sector partners to support investments in areas such as climate, environment, and disaster risk reduction.
UNICEF is seeking a specialized consultant to strengthen its newly established Health Economics and Financing (HEF) Section. This role integrates knowledge management, communications, and advocacy into a single pipeline to centralize evidence, streamline messaging, and drive resource mobilization for child health priorities. The consultant will drive impact by anchoring initiatives like the HEF Specialists Placement Initiative and the HEF Lab across institutional levels and external partnerships.
The purpose of the evaluability assessment is to determine whether Smarter Safer Schools (SSS) programme is well designed whether the arrangement for monitoring of results are sufficient, and whether adequate resources were allocated to support effective implementation and adaptive management and future independent evaluative activities (i.e., mid-term review and/or final evaluation). Specifically, the evaluability assessment will provide UNICEF, DFAT and government counterparts in PNG with an independent assessment of whether the programme results logic, assumptions, indicators, data systems, governance arrangements and resource provisions are robust enough to demonstrate progress and support future evaluative inquiry.
The thematic scope is reflected in the following objectives:
a. To assess the relevance, logic and coherence of the SSS programme design, including its theory of change, results chain, assumptions, alignment to context and policy priorities, and attention to equity, gender, disability and climate resilience.
b. To examine the adequacy and validity of the indicators, monitoring tools and data systems for measuring outputs and outcomes, including the availability of baselines, targets, data sources, disaggregation and verification arrangements.
c. To assess whether financial, human and institutional resources are aligned with intended results, including the realism of implementation and monitoring arrangements.
d. To assess readiness for evaluation, including whether priority evaluation questions, timing, scope and feasible methodological options for a mid-term review and/or endline evaluation can already be identified.
e. Provide practical recommendations to strengthen programme design, measurability, learning, and future evaluation readiness prior to or during early implementation.
The education sector faces increasing disruptions due to disasters, climate change, and conflicts. To ensure a resilient and inclusive education system, it is essential to review existing Education in Emergencies (EiE), Disaster Risk Management (DRM), and Climate Change policies to identify gaps, alignment opportunities, and actionable recommendations for strengthening preparedness, response, and long-term resilience.
The consultancy in collaboration with UNICEF aims to support the National Department of Education, subnational education authorities, education cluster and implementing partners and stakeholders through consultation to review the Education in Emergencies, Disaster Risk Management Policy and implementation guide.
UNICEF Haiti is looking for a dedicated and dynamic Child Protection Specialist to coordinate and strengthen Haiti’s Monitoring and Reporting Mechanism (MRM) on grave violations against children.Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Chief, Child Protection Section, and within delegated authority, you will coordinate and strengthen the MRM, ensuring sustained and effective monitoring of grave violations against children across Field and Regional Offices. You will manage MRM information and reporting, including the receipt, analysis, compilation, and transmission of relevant data to the Chief of Child Protection for review and validation prior to submission to the MRM Technical Working Group and the CTFMR Co-Lead.You will also foster partnerships and coordination within the Haiti Country Office, the MRM Technical Working Group, and with relevant technical colleagues at Regional Office and Headquarters levels, serving as the focal point for MRM-related coordination under the guidance of the Chief, Child Protection.In addition, you will support child protection actions in emergencies, including measures to prevent and respond to grave violations against children and programming for children affected by conflict and other crises.If you believe you have the skills, experience, and commitment to contribute to this critical work, we would like to hear from you. Join UNICEF Haiti in strengthening the protection of children affected by conflict and other emergencies.
Are you interested in empowering girls and young people with the skills to learn, lead, innovate, and thrive? Join UNICEF to shape the future of learning and skills for every child and young person in Cameroon. At P2 level, the post provides dedicated professional capacity to support programme design, partner engagement, technical quality assurance, field monitoring, evidence generation and donor reporting. It also strengthens the Education section’s ability to engage with government, private sector actors, technology providers, training institutions and development partners to identify scalable solutions that promote skills in digital inclusion, economic empowerment and sustainable socio-economic participation for young people.
In practical terms, the consultancy will support the collection of education financing and expenditure data at both national and sub-national levels to inform PF4C evidence generation, policy dialogue, advocacy efforts, and capacity building. In this context, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) will serve as a key counterpart for the success of this assignment, particularly for budgetary data collection and engagement on public financing processes. In addition, the consultant will support the design and implementation of a series of capacity strengthening activities for relevant MoE and GDoE staff through training, coaching, mentoring, and technical support on PF4C and education financing.
Join UNICEF Rome's digital transformation journey and help deliver a secure, seamless, and user-focused technology experience. Your work will empower colleagues with reliable access to digital tools and services, enabling greater efficiency, collaboration, and impact for children worldwide.
Join UNICEF’s digital transformation journey by driving innovative, AI-enabled fundraising and partnership solutions that enhance supporter engagement, collaboration, and operational effectiveness. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering secure, scalable digital platforms that maximize impact for children worldwide.
UNICEF Lesotho seeks to hire a Social and Behaviour Change Officer who will provide technical and operational support to the supervisor, programmes, and partners by administering, executing and implementing a variety of tasks to promote and support community engagement and behaviour and social change interventions in immunization, requiring the application of technical skills in alignment with UNICEF organizational goals, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Chief of Health and Chief of ADAP, the Programme Associate provides specialized programme and administrative support to facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF's programmes. The role involves substantial engagement in data analysis, budget tracking, reporting, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and compliance with organizational policies, and procedures. Incumbent exercises judgment, anticipates needs, and recommends actions that contribute to programme planning, implementation and reporting results.
UNICEF Ethiopia is seeking a seasoned and highly motivated professional to provide technical, operational, administrative, and programmatic support across the full nutrition programme cycle, from strategic planning and design to implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing nutrition outcomes for children and women by supporting evidence-based programme development, coordinating with partners and stakeholders, tracking progress and results, and ensuring the effective delivery of high-impact nutrition interventions.This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional who is passionate about improving lives, strengthening systems, and contributing to UNICEF’s mission of ensuring every child has the opportunity to survive, thrive, and reach their full potential.
The Health Specialist provides technical leadership for UNICEF’s health policy, planning, and systems-strengthening work, while managing grants and supporting field-level programme delivery. The role focuses on translating evidence into effective policies and strategies, ensuring programme quality and accountability, delivering timely reporting, and coordinating with governments, partners, donors, and UNICEF teams to achieve equitable and sustainable health outcomes for children and women.
UNICEF is seeking for a Consultant who will be responsible for stewarding the successful delivery and continued development of the annual SPARK Innovation Award,
UNICE Lebanon is looking for an SBC Coordinator to provide technical and operational support for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of SBC interventions across sectors.
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.
Pakistan, as a State Party to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening national and sub-national child protection systems to uphold the rights of all children. Following the recent review, the Government of Pakistan has received the Concluding Observations (2026) from the Committee on the Rights of the Child, which provide a comprehensive set of recommendations to address persistent child rights challenges, including violence against children, child labour, child marriage, birth registration, justice for children, and alternative care. These observations present an important opportunity to translate international commitments into actionable and context-specific policy and programmatic responses, supported by coordinated advocacy and increased public investment in child protection systems.
The purpose of this assignment is to undertake data landscape diagnostic analysis that will provide UNICEF Bhubaneswar Field Office with a clear understanding of the development landscape in the state. The data analyst will work closely with the sector specialists to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for effective UNICEF data investments to bridge the data gap in assessing outcomes for children in the context of the SDGs and UNICEF programme outcomes, keeping in view the data demand and supply-side story for the coming 3-5 years. The consultant will support UNICEF’s program as well as the nodal departments with strong recommendations to improve the use of existing MIS data and the monitoring system to assess the situation pertaining to children, the state SDG indicator framework and building the capacity of the UNICEF field office and the nodal departments to analyze, synthesize, and process information to drive better results for children.
UNICEF Thailand Country Office (TCO) is seeking qualified individual Creative Design and Artwork Developer consultants with strong creative, conceptual, and technical design skills to provide design services on an as-needed basis. Selected consultants will work closely with the Private Sector Fundraising (PSFR) team members and other relevant stakeholders to develop high-quality visual materials that align with UNICEF's brand guidelines, communication objectives, and fundraising strategies.
UNICEF China has been working closely with the Ministry of Civil Affairs (MCA) to strengthen the child protection service system in China. Since 2010, MCA has advocated for the inclusion of the role of Child Director (a para-social worker, also known as a barefoot Social Worker) in a number of national policies, which state that each village and community should appoint at least one Child Director to provide services to vulnerable children. To date, MCA has supported the appointment of 582,000 Child Directors across urban and rural communities.
The overall objective of this consultancy is to provide technical guidance and support to national and subnational implementing partners and technical institutes engaged in strengthening the social service workforce, with a specific focus on the professionalization of Child Directors (Barefoot Social Workers).
UNICEF China Country Office is looking for seasoned candidates to fill in the position of Partnerships Specialist (Innovative Finance) at the NO-3 level (limited 2 years), based in Beijing. This position aims to advance innovative financing solutions for children. Under the supervision of the Chief of Private Sector Partnerships and Fundraising, and in close collaboration with the Global IF4C team (PFP), the Partnerships Specialist (Innovative Finance) develops and implements strategies and workplans to accelerate innovative financing solutions by engaging private sector partners to support investments in areas such as climate, environment, and disaster risk reduction.
UNICEF is seeking a specialized consultant to strengthen its newly established Health Economics and Financing (HEF) Section. This role integrates knowledge management, communications, and advocacy into a single pipeline to centralize evidence, streamline messaging, and drive resource mobilization for child health priorities. The consultant will drive impact by anchoring initiatives like the HEF Specialists Placement Initiative and the HEF Lab across institutional levels and external partnerships.
The purpose of the evaluability assessment is to determine whether Smarter Safer Schools (SSS) programme is well designed whether the arrangement for monitoring of results are sufficient, and whether adequate resources were allocated to support effective implementation and adaptive management and future independent evaluative activities (i.e., mid-term review and/or final evaluation). Specifically, the evaluability assessment will provide UNICEF, DFAT and government counterparts in PNG with an independent assessment of whether the programme results logic, assumptions, indicators, data systems, governance arrangements and resource provisions are robust enough to demonstrate progress and support future evaluative inquiry.
The thematic scope is reflected in the following objectives:
a. To assess the relevance, logic and coherence of the SSS programme design, including its theory of change, results chain, assumptions, alignment to context and policy priorities, and attention to equity, gender, disability and climate resilience.
b. To examine the adequacy and validity of the indicators, monitoring tools and data systems for measuring outputs and outcomes, including the availability of baselines, targets, data sources, disaggregation and verification arrangements.
c. To assess whether financial, human and institutional resources are aligned with intended results, including the realism of implementation and monitoring arrangements.
d. To assess readiness for evaluation, including whether priority evaluation questions, timing, scope and feasible methodological options for a mid-term review and/or endline evaluation can already be identified.
e. Provide practical recommendations to strengthen programme design, measurability, learning, and future evaluation readiness prior to or during early implementation.
The education sector faces increasing disruptions due to disasters, climate change, and conflicts. To ensure a resilient and inclusive education system, it is essential to review existing Education in Emergencies (EiE), Disaster Risk Management (DRM), and Climate Change policies to identify gaps, alignment opportunities, and actionable recommendations for strengthening preparedness, response, and long-term resilience.
The consultancy in collaboration with UNICEF aims to support the National Department of Education, subnational education authorities, education cluster and implementing partners and stakeholders through consultation to review the Education in Emergencies, Disaster Risk Management Policy and implementation guide.
UNICEF Haiti is looking for a dedicated and dynamic Child Protection Specialist to coordinate and strengthen Haiti’s Monitoring and Reporting Mechanism (MRM) on grave violations against children.Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Chief, Child Protection Section, and within delegated authority, you will coordinate and strengthen the MRM, ensuring sustained and effective monitoring of grave violations against children across Field and Regional Offices. You will manage MRM information and reporting, including the receipt, analysis, compilation, and transmission of relevant data to the Chief of Child Protection for review and validation prior to submission to the MRM Technical Working Group and the CTFMR Co-Lead.You will also foster partnerships and coordination within the Haiti Country Office, the MRM Technical Working Group, and with relevant technical colleagues at Regional Office and Headquarters levels, serving as the focal point for MRM-related coordination under the guidance of the Chief, Child Protection.In addition, you will support child protection actions in emergencies, including measures to prevent and respond to grave violations against children and programming for children affected by conflict and other crises.If you believe you have the skills, experience, and commitment to contribute to this critical work, we would like to hear from you. Join UNICEF Haiti in strengthening the protection of children affected by conflict and other emergencies.
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