UNICEF Nigeria Field Office in Kano is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Nutrition Officer (Diets and Practices) 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 Specialist provides strategic leadership, technical oversight and coordination for all protection, safeguarding and-co-led with FAWEK-wrap-around components of RISE, with particular emphasis on online safety. The post ensures coherence, compliance and quality assurance, and that adolescent and youth protection principles are embedded across all workstreams. Reporting to the Chief of Child Protection, it works across the Innovation and Education sections for an integrated approach, and advances the wider violence-against-children agenda, including online safety.
Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Social Sciences, Child Protection, Education and/or management, International Relations, Government, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or another relevant technical field.Work Experience: At minimum 5 years of relevant work experience is required in one or more of the following areas is required: Child Protection, Education, social policy, planning and management or finances Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset. Background/familiarity with emergency is considered as an asset. Relevant experience in an UN system agency or organization is considered an asset.Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Spanish languages is required.
The Corporate Alliances Specialist (Business Engagement and Child Rights & Business), P-3, will play a key role in advancing UNICEF’s private sector engagement agenda across Eastern and Southern Africa by developing and managing strategic partnerships with businesses, industry associations, governments, and other stakeholders. Reporting to the Senior Advisor for Public and Private Sector Partnerships, the incumbent will provide technical leadership on Business Engagement and Child Rights and Business (CRB) initiatives, support country offices in partnership development, evidence generation, capacity building, and strategic planning, and promote responsible business practices that protect and advance children’s rights. The role requires a strong combination of partnership management, stakeholder engagement, sustainability or human rights expertise, and the ability to influence both financial and non-financial contributions to achieve meaningful outcomes for children across the region.
The RCCE Specialist will lead risk communication and community engagement for BVD/Ebola preparedness and response across Yambio Field Office's high-risk counties (Yambio, Tambura, Maridi and surrounding areas), ensuring that communities have access to accurate, timely information; that two-way feedback and rumour-management
UNICEF SOUTH SUDAN 2 mechanisms function and are acted on; and that community actors are active partners in surveillance, prevention and response, rather than passive recipients of messaging.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Field Office, Yambio, and with a matrix reporting relationship for technical guidance to the Chief of Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) and Emergency Health, UNICEF South Sudan Country Office and in close collaboration with Health, WASH, Education and Child Protection colleagues, the National Public Health Institute (NPHI), the state Ministry of Health, WHO, and other partners, the RCCE Specialist will lead BVD/Ebola RCCE planning and delivery, strengthen the hotline and community based surveillance feedback loops, and build the capacity of frontline workers and volunteers and government counterparts to strengthen community structures/platforms and networks for disease outbreak preparedness; this includes travel to high-risk counties and points of entry.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and dynamic person to work in the role of Senior Programme Associate (Data) 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 Government of Senegal has constructed a state-of-the-art office complex in Diamniadio—the Maison des Nations Unies (UN House)—available to the United Nations System under a formal Memorandum of Agreement (MoA). The UN portion of the complex spans approximately 38,000 m². Within this common premises framework, UN agencies in Senegal will pool administrative, IT and facility management services. As per the Common Premises MoU signed by the participating entities (including UNICEF), UNICEF is selected to manage the dedicated United Nations House Management Unit (UNHMU), to deliver these shared services.To ensure a seamless, high-efficiency transition for both the UNICEF Senegal Country Office (SCO) and the UNICEF West and Central Africa Regional Office (WCARO), UNICEF is recruiting a senior Project Manager (TA) to lead the move to the UN House and manage the transition in close collaboration with stakeholders from both SCO and WCARO.
UNICEF is seeking an experienced Health Specialist (Emergency) to lead and support emergency health programming for vulnerable women and children across Afghanistan. Reporting to the Chief of Health, the position plays a critical role in emergency preparedness, outbreak response, programme management, health systems strengthening, and coordination with government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, and Health Cluster partners.
UNICEF Haiti is looking for a dedicated and experienced Education Specialist Cluster Coordination to support the effective coordination of the Education Cluster and strengthen the humanitarian education response across the country. Reporting to the Chief Education (Programme/Cluster), you will work closely with government counterparts, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, and other partners to ensure a coordinated, strategic, and accountable response that meets the education needs of children affected by emergencies. If you are passionate about humanitarian coordination and ensuring every child has access to quality education in times of crisis, we encourage you to apply.
The Chief, Nutrition reports to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. The Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of the nutrition programme, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of results. The Chief is also responsible for leading and managing the Nutrition team, along with strong collaboration with the Health and WASH sections on CSD imperatives, and other sections on cross-sectoral programmes. The Chief is accountable for ensuring that concrete and sustainable results in maternal, infant and child nutrition programmes are achieved in accordance with plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.
The consultancy will identify and recommend an efficient, inclusive, and financially sustainable management model for the rehabilitated Sports Complex and computer room in Bissau. It will also develop a practical sustainability plan covering operations, maintenance, waste management, financial viability, and community engagement to ensure long-term functionality and positive community impact.
By being the Chief Social Policy you will report to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. You will be responsible for leading, managing and supervising all stages of Economic and Social Policy programming and related advocacy, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. This includes programmes aimed at improving (a) public policies to reduce monetary and multidimensional child poverty; (b) inclusive, shock-responsive social protection systems and programmes; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments, domestic financing and financial management; (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services, and (e) livelihoods and economic opportunities as per new UNICEF Strategic Plan. This encompasses both direct programme work with government (central and at subnational levels), international financial institutions, development partners, and civil society partners, as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, nutrition, child protection, and water and sanitation.
La mission vise à garantir que les dossiers techniques, les plans, les spécifications, les bordereaux quantitatifs et estimatifs, les critères d’évaluation technique et les exigences de sauvegardes environnementales et sociales soient complets, cohérents, réalistes et conformes aux standards applicables, aux exigences du PAAF, aux procédures UNICEF et aux exigences de la Banque mondiale.
The consultant will provide short term, specialized technical support to the United Nations Children’s Fund Rwanda and Government counterparts, in particular the Rwanda Biomedical Centre and the National Child Development Agency, to strengthen national preparedness and response capacity for Ebola Virus Disease. The focus of the assignment is on child protection and mental health and psychosocial support.
The purpose of this announcement is to establish a pre-screened Experts Pool to support the ADC functions in delivering targeted technical assistance focused on disease elimination, outbreak preparedness and response, and related priorities. Experts are expected to work in close collaboration with UNICEF Programme Division, Centers of Excellence (CoEs), UNICEF country offices, WHO regional and country offices, and partners (e.g., MSF, IFRC, Africa CDC, CDC, JSI) to provide timely technical support applying the latest guidance, tools, and approaches to strengthen country capacity.
The Project Coordinator will provide technical quality assurance and serve as a technical liaison with Government counterparts, within the authority delegated by the Lead Agency and the agreed communication channels, on construction, interior design and fit-out. For handover, the Project Coordinator will assess readiness, verify permits and compliance documentation, and prepare recommendations.
Join UNICEF in Yambio, South Sudan, and help strengthen supply chain operations for Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) preparedness and emergency response. As a Supply & Logistics Officer, you will support supply planning, warehousing, inventory management, transport coordination, last-mile delivery, and partner engagement to ensure life-saving supplies reach children and communities when they need them most.We're looking for professionals with at least two years of experience in logistics, procurement, supply chain management, warehousing, or related fields, along with strong coordination, analytical, and reporting skills. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to humanitarian action, work in a dynamic field environment, and make a tangible impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families.
UNICEF is looking for a seasoned professional who will be responsible for managing the supply chains of a medium-to-large-sized country office, and/or medium sized emergency response 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. The incumbent collaborates closely with programmes in defining supply interventions to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children, and provides technical and advisory support to governments, national systems and partners on supply chain management. If you have the required profile, you are highly encouraged to apply. Taking up this assignment is motivating and rewarding.
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Supply & Logistics Manager, the Logistics Specialist coordinates and provides technical oversight for logistics, warehousing and distribution operations for UNICEF South Sudan Country Office. The role supports the effective movement, storage and delivery of supplies across the country programme and emergency response, including inbound shipment coordination, customs clearance, warehousing, inventory management, transport planning, last-mile distribution and logistics contract management. The Logistics Specialist works closely with supply, programme, operations, field office colleagues, government counterparts, implementing partners and service providers to ensure timely, efficient, accountable and fit-for-purpose logistics support for results for children
The EU SARAH programme and GAVI HSS3 programme (2025–2026) support the strengthening of Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health (SRMCH) services and primary health care systems through State Primary Health Care Development Agencies (PHCDAs). As part of these initiatives, the Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfer (HACT)/Implementing Partnership Management (IPM) team will provide financial management system strengthening support to PHCDAs in EU SARAH states (Adamawa, Kwara, and Sokoto) and GAVI Health System Strengthening 3 (HSS3) states i.e. Bayelsa, Kano, Kebbi, Kaduna, Sokoto, and Zamfara). To support the effective delivery of this work, a Financial Management Consultant is required.
UNICEF Nigeria Field Office in Kano is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Nutrition Officer (Diets and Practices) 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 Specialist provides strategic leadership, technical oversight and coordination for all protection, safeguarding and-co-led with FAWEK-wrap-around components of RISE, with particular emphasis on online safety. The post ensures coherence, compliance and quality assurance, and that adolescent and youth protection principles are embedded across all workstreams. Reporting to the Chief of Child Protection, it works across the Innovation and Education sections for an integrated approach, and advances the wider violence-against-children agenda, including online safety.
Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Social Sciences, Child Protection, Education and/or management, International Relations, Government, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or another relevant technical field.Work Experience: At minimum 5 years of relevant work experience is required in one or more of the following areas is required: Child Protection, Education, social policy, planning and management or finances Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset. Background/familiarity with emergency is considered as an asset. Relevant experience in an UN system agency or organization is considered an asset.Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Spanish languages is required.
The Corporate Alliances Specialist (Business Engagement and Child Rights & Business), P-3, will play a key role in advancing UNICEF’s private sector engagement agenda across Eastern and Southern Africa by developing and managing strategic partnerships with businesses, industry associations, governments, and other stakeholders. Reporting to the Senior Advisor for Public and Private Sector Partnerships, the incumbent will provide technical leadership on Business Engagement and Child Rights and Business (CRB) initiatives, support country offices in partnership development, evidence generation, capacity building, and strategic planning, and promote responsible business practices that protect and advance children’s rights. The role requires a strong combination of partnership management, stakeholder engagement, sustainability or human rights expertise, and the ability to influence both financial and non-financial contributions to achieve meaningful outcomes for children across the region.
The RCCE Specialist will lead risk communication and community engagement for BVD/Ebola preparedness and response across Yambio Field Office's high-risk counties (Yambio, Tambura, Maridi and surrounding areas), ensuring that communities have access to accurate, timely information; that two-way feedback and rumour-management
UNICEF SOUTH SUDAN 2 mechanisms function and are acted on; and that community actors are active partners in surveillance, prevention and response, rather than passive recipients of messaging.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Field Office, Yambio, and with a matrix reporting relationship for technical guidance to the Chief of Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) and Emergency Health, UNICEF South Sudan Country Office and in close collaboration with Health, WASH, Education and Child Protection colleagues, the National Public Health Institute (NPHI), the state Ministry of Health, WHO, and other partners, the RCCE Specialist will lead BVD/Ebola RCCE planning and delivery, strengthen the hotline and community based surveillance feedback loops, and build the capacity of frontline workers and volunteers and government counterparts to strengthen community structures/platforms and networks for disease outbreak preparedness; this includes travel to high-risk counties and points of entry.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and dynamic person to work in the role of Senior Programme Associate (Data) 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 Government of Senegal has constructed a state-of-the-art office complex in Diamniadio—the Maison des Nations Unies (UN House)—available to the United Nations System under a formal Memorandum of Agreement (MoA). The UN portion of the complex spans approximately 38,000 m². Within this common premises framework, UN agencies in Senegal will pool administrative, IT and facility management services. As per the Common Premises MoU signed by the participating entities (including UNICEF), UNICEF is selected to manage the dedicated United Nations House Management Unit (UNHMU), to deliver these shared services.To ensure a seamless, high-efficiency transition for both the UNICEF Senegal Country Office (SCO) and the UNICEF West and Central Africa Regional Office (WCARO), UNICEF is recruiting a senior Project Manager (TA) to lead the move to the UN House and manage the transition in close collaboration with stakeholders from both SCO and WCARO.
UNICEF is seeking an experienced Health Specialist (Emergency) to lead and support emergency health programming for vulnerable women and children across Afghanistan. Reporting to the Chief of Health, the position plays a critical role in emergency preparedness, outbreak response, programme management, health systems strengthening, and coordination with government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, and Health Cluster partners.
UNICEF Haiti is looking for a dedicated and experienced Education Specialist Cluster Coordination to support the effective coordination of the Education Cluster and strengthen the humanitarian education response across the country. Reporting to the Chief Education (Programme/Cluster), you will work closely with government counterparts, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, and other partners to ensure a coordinated, strategic, and accountable response that meets the education needs of children affected by emergencies. If you are passionate about humanitarian coordination and ensuring every child has access to quality education in times of crisis, we encourage you to apply.
The Chief, Nutrition reports to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. The Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of the nutrition programme, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of results. The Chief is also responsible for leading and managing the Nutrition team, along with strong collaboration with the Health and WASH sections on CSD imperatives, and other sections on cross-sectoral programmes. The Chief is accountable for ensuring that concrete and sustainable results in maternal, infant and child nutrition programmes are achieved in accordance with plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.
The consultancy will identify and recommend an efficient, inclusive, and financially sustainable management model for the rehabilitated Sports Complex and computer room in Bissau. It will also develop a practical sustainability plan covering operations, maintenance, waste management, financial viability, and community engagement to ensure long-term functionality and positive community impact.
By being the Chief Social Policy you will report to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. You will be responsible for leading, managing and supervising all stages of Economic and Social Policy programming and related advocacy, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. This includes programmes aimed at improving (a) public policies to reduce monetary and multidimensional child poverty; (b) inclusive, shock-responsive social protection systems and programmes; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments, domestic financing and financial management; (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services, and (e) livelihoods and economic opportunities as per new UNICEF Strategic Plan. This encompasses both direct programme work with government (central and at subnational levels), international financial institutions, development partners, and civil society partners, as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, nutrition, child protection, and water and sanitation.
La mission vise à garantir que les dossiers techniques, les plans, les spécifications, les bordereaux quantitatifs et estimatifs, les critères d’évaluation technique et les exigences de sauvegardes environnementales et sociales soient complets, cohérents, réalistes et conformes aux standards applicables, aux exigences du PAAF, aux procédures UNICEF et aux exigences de la Banque mondiale.
The consultant will provide short term, specialized technical support to the United Nations Children’s Fund Rwanda and Government counterparts, in particular the Rwanda Biomedical Centre and the National Child Development Agency, to strengthen national preparedness and response capacity for Ebola Virus Disease. The focus of the assignment is on child protection and mental health and psychosocial support.
The purpose of this announcement is to establish a pre-screened Experts Pool to support the ADC functions in delivering targeted technical assistance focused on disease elimination, outbreak preparedness and response, and related priorities. Experts are expected to work in close collaboration with UNICEF Programme Division, Centers of Excellence (CoEs), UNICEF country offices, WHO regional and country offices, and partners (e.g., MSF, IFRC, Africa CDC, CDC, JSI) to provide timely technical support applying the latest guidance, tools, and approaches to strengthen country capacity.
The Project Coordinator will provide technical quality assurance and serve as a technical liaison with Government counterparts, within the authority delegated by the Lead Agency and the agreed communication channels, on construction, interior design and fit-out. For handover, the Project Coordinator will assess readiness, verify permits and compliance documentation, and prepare recommendations.
Join UNICEF in Yambio, South Sudan, and help strengthen supply chain operations for Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) preparedness and emergency response. As a Supply & Logistics Officer, you will support supply planning, warehousing, inventory management, transport coordination, last-mile delivery, and partner engagement to ensure life-saving supplies reach children and communities when they need them most.We're looking for professionals with at least two years of experience in logistics, procurement, supply chain management, warehousing, or related fields, along with strong coordination, analytical, and reporting skills. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to humanitarian action, work in a dynamic field environment, and make a tangible impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families.
UNICEF is looking for a seasoned professional who will be responsible for managing the supply chains of a medium-to-large-sized country office, and/or medium sized emergency response 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. The incumbent collaborates closely with programmes in defining supply interventions to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children, and provides technical and advisory support to governments, national systems and partners on supply chain management. If you have the required profile, you are highly encouraged to apply. Taking up this assignment is motivating and rewarding.
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Supply & Logistics Manager, the Logistics Specialist coordinates and provides technical oversight for logistics, warehousing and distribution operations for UNICEF South Sudan Country Office. The role supports the effective movement, storage and delivery of supplies across the country programme and emergency response, including inbound shipment coordination, customs clearance, warehousing, inventory management, transport planning, last-mile distribution and logistics contract management. The Logistics Specialist works closely with supply, programme, operations, field office colleagues, government counterparts, implementing partners and service providers to ensure timely, efficient, accountable and fit-for-purpose logistics support for results for children
The EU SARAH programme and GAVI HSS3 programme (2025–2026) support the strengthening of Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health (SRMCH) services and primary health care systems through State Primary Health Care Development Agencies (PHCDAs). As part of these initiatives, the Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfer (HACT)/Implementing Partnership Management (IPM) team will provide financial management system strengthening support to PHCDAs in EU SARAH states (Adamawa, Kwara, and Sokoto) and GAVI Health System Strengthening 3 (HSS3) states i.e. Bayelsa, Kano, Kebbi, Kaduna, Sokoto, and Zamfara). To support the effective delivery of this work, a Financial Management Consultant is required.
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