The Supply and Logistics Officer will report to the Supply and Logistics Specialist for supervision and guidance. The Supply and Logistics Officer provides technical and operational support and is responsible for managing the supply chains of a small country office or specific components of the supply chains within a larger supply operation. Supply chain operations include planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, in-country transportation and distribution, as well as the monitoring of supplies, services, and construction works. The incumbent supports management collaboration with programme sections in defining supply interventions that meet programmatic needs and contribute to achieving results for children. In addition, the officer provides technical support and advisory services to governments, national systems, and partners on supply chain management.
Objectifs de la mission:
Apporter un appui technique aux parties prenantes de la composante 2 du programme PASEREC et assurer la coordination des activités en lien étroit avec l'unité de coordination.
PASEREC: un accord tripartite de financement et d’exécution a été signé entre la Banque Africaine de Développement (BAD), la République du Burundi et l’UNICEF pour la mise en œuvre de la composante 2 du Programme d’Appui au Secteur de l’Eau et au Renforcement de la Résilience au Changement Climatique
UNICEF, jointly with UN agencies and relevant national partners, is implementing several initiatives with a focus on social and behaviour change. The interventions cover such areas as WASH in schools and inclusive education.
For the implementation of the planned activities, UNICEF is seeking the services of a local consultant to support timely accomplishment of SBC interventions, including but not limited to liaison with national partners and subject experts, coordinating the collaboration with relevant stakeholders, external vendors, and to perform quality control and overall coordination of envisaged SBC solutions.
UNICEF Syria is seeking a qualified consultant to support the Country Office and the Ministry of Health in strengthening evidence-based programming to address child malnutrition. The assignment will focus on analyzing nutrition trends and translating complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Key responsibilities include conducting a comprehensive comparative analysis of nutrition indicators from the SMART 2023 and SMART 2025 surveys, and presenting findings through innovative, visually compelling formats such as infographics tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences. Building on this analysis, the consultant will develop strategic, evidence-based recommendations to support national efforts to reverse the rising trend of wasting in Syria.
Pacific Multi-Country Office is looking for an experienced Social Policy professional who is excited by challenges and who wants to achieve meaningful and tangible results for children in the Pacific. The Chief Social Policy is a pivotal role within PCMO, leading, managing and supervising all stages of social policy programming and related advocacy from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. As a key figure, you will lead a dedicated team of staff members, providing solution-oriented innovation and in-time delivery.
Pacific Multi-Country Office is looking for an experienced Supply & Procurement professional who is excited by challenges and who wants to achieve meaningful and tangible results for children in the Pacific. The Supply and Logistics Specialist is a pivotal role within PCMO, ensuring the optimal delivery of UNICEF resources to 14 countries across a wide geographic area, including 5 field offices and 7 warehouses, across the Pacific countries and Australia. As a key figure, you will lead a dedicated team of 5 staff members, providing solution-oriented innovation and in-time delivery.
In Niger, the combined effects of climate disruptions (droughts, floods), recurrent food and nutrition crises, insecurity in border areas (Tillabéri, Diffa, Tahoua, Maradi), and weak state presence in certain zones have led to a progressive deterioration of livelihoods. Health, water, education, and child protection systems are all severely affected, limiting children's access to essential social services and deepening their vulnerability.The primary objective is to provide technical support to the Country Office, programme sections, and partners (government, civil society, technical and financial partners) in the conceptualization, contextualization, strategic planning, implementation, monitoring, research and evaluation of resilience programming.Specifically, the Resilience Coordinator will dedicate a substantial amount of time to supporting the Deputy Representative Programmes to coordinate UNICEF's contributions to the large scale, ambitious, resiliencepartnership between BMZ, GIZ, UNICEF and WFP. The work will go beyond strengthening the capacity to "bounce back" from disruptions, addressing the complexity of human and community systems, their potential to adapt and persist through changing circumstances, and the implications for children's rights and well-being.
The consultancy aims to provide overall technical support to UNICEF-supported health projects, particularly in the areas of procurement, technical specification development, installation, commissioning, monitoring, operation and maintenance, and quality assurance of medical equipment. This includes essential diagnostic and newborn care equipment such as sphygmomanometers, glucometers, bilirubinometers, hematology analyzers, and SCANU-related equipment including radiant warmers, phototherapy machines, and bubble CPAP systems.
Benin is a middle-income country that faces many challenges in guaranteeing the rights of everychild. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), ithas significant disparities between urban and rural areas, and between girls and boys. Since 1977,UNICEF has been working closely with the government, civil society, technical and financialpartners, young people and communities to improve access to education, health services,protection, water, sanitation, nutrition and social policies for children.The 2024-2026 cooperation program pays particular attention to girls' education, protectionagainst violence, community health, and the fight against child labor. Present in the field throughits offices in Cotonou, Natitingou and Parakou, UNICEF is committed to working alongside themost vulnerable communities to guarantee concrete, lasting results.Social Policy is a standalone section.
The Operations function supports the Head of the Office on managing the office and monitoring operations and programmes as needed, including risk management while providing advice on best and innovative management practices to enhance office performance. The function is a strategic Business Partner role within the Senior Management team, assuring the best use of UNICEF assets in alignment with sound management practices, office priorities and goals to deliver results for children.
The purpose of this assignment is to strengthen the integration of child protection and GBV prevention and response within WASH Sectors in Liberia, ensuring that WASH policies, programmes, and investments contribute to safer environments and reduced violence risks for children, adolescents, and women.
Under the guidance of the Representative, the Programme Manager is accountable for programme management, ensuring that programme initiatives are effectively planned, budgeted, implemented and monitored, in accordance with the Country Programme and Country Programme Management Plan, focused on achievement of UNICEF's Priorities. The role also involves close collaboration with the programme sections—such as education, health, child protection, and water and sanitation—to ensure that social policy interventions are integrated and contribute to broader results for children.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Education, the consultant will report directly to the Education Manager (Learning) and will be responsible for the following:
1. Lead the FME, UBEC and other agencies in in the development of Out of School Policy, strategy and implementation plan for Nigeria
2. Support the domestication of the in one state each in the North and South regions of Nigeria.
The Programme Assistant (G5) is positioned in the Programme Section, reporting directly to the Programme Associate. This position carries cross-sectoral functions of programme planning and operations, ensuring seamless coordination between technical teams, operations units, and external partners/service providers.
The Consultant will contribute to the efficient planning and execution of procurement activities, ensuring timely availability
of goods and services necessary for the implementation of project components.
Specifically, the Consultant will: (i) support the preparation and review of procurement plans, tender dossiers, terms of
reference, and technical specifications in line with FAFA agreement signed by UNICEF and EU; (ii) coordinate and follow up
on tendering, evaluation, contracting, and contract management processes with relevant stakeholders; (iii) ensure proper
documentation, record-keeping, and audit readiness of all procurement and contracting files; (iv) provide guidance to the
project team and partners on applicable rules, thresholds, and compliance requirements; (v) monitor contract
implementation, including deliverables, timelines, and payments, and flag any risks or delays; (vi) support financial tracking
and reporting related to procurement activities; and (vii) closely coordinate with project team at UNICEF, implementing
partner/s and UNICEF Brussels Office (EU Development Programs section), regarding compliance and quality assurance.
Education: Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the field of work. For this position, a bachelor’s degree in finance/ administration/ Budget/ Accounting from a recognized academic institution in a relevant field may replace three years of related work experience.Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, administration or related areas is required. Experience in supporting financial transactions, document management and data entry is desirable. Previous experience with the United Nations or an international organization is an asset.Language Requirements: Fluency in Spanish is required and basic level in English is desirable. Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French or Russian) or a local language is an asset
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the incumbent is accountable for delivery of efficient and cost-effective administrative support services, providing guidance for operations of administrative support services and management of administrative staff. Ensures the office’s administrative operations and services are in compliance with the organization's administrative policy, procedures, rules and regulations.
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for executing a broad variety of routine regular administrative transactional tasks and some specialized responsibilities for the respective section/office, requiring thorough knowledge of UNICEF administrative procedures, processes and policies.
The Child Protection Officer (alternative care) provide technical assistance to the Government and partners to strengthen child protection system, protocols and capacities for the identification, case management, interim care, family tracing and reunification of unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) in line with international standards and the specific emergency context in Venezuela.
The Child Protection Officer (GBV) supports the development and preparation of the GBV programme(s) and is responsible for the management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the GBV programmes/projects within the country programme. The Child Protection Officer provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes. H/She facilitates the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable contributions to national efforts to create a protective environment for children against all harm, and to protect their rights to survival, development and well-being as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international treaties/frameworks and UN intergovernmental bodies.
The Supply and Logistics Officer will report to the Supply and Logistics Specialist for supervision and guidance. The Supply and Logistics Officer provides technical and operational support and is responsible for managing the supply chains of a small country office or specific components of the supply chains within a larger supply operation. Supply chain operations include planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, in-country transportation and distribution, as well as the monitoring of supplies, services, and construction works. The incumbent supports management collaboration with programme sections in defining supply interventions that meet programmatic needs and contribute to achieving results for children. In addition, the officer provides technical support and advisory services to governments, national systems, and partners on supply chain management.
Objectifs de la mission:
Apporter un appui technique aux parties prenantes de la composante 2 du programme PASEREC et assurer la coordination des activités en lien étroit avec l'unité de coordination.
PASEREC: un accord tripartite de financement et d’exécution a été signé entre la Banque Africaine de Développement (BAD), la République du Burundi et l’UNICEF pour la mise en œuvre de la composante 2 du Programme d’Appui au Secteur de l’Eau et au Renforcement de la Résilience au Changement Climatique
UNICEF, jointly with UN agencies and relevant national partners, is implementing several initiatives with a focus on social and behaviour change. The interventions cover such areas as WASH in schools and inclusive education.
For the implementation of the planned activities, UNICEF is seeking the services of a local consultant to support timely accomplishment of SBC interventions, including but not limited to liaison with national partners and subject experts, coordinating the collaboration with relevant stakeholders, external vendors, and to perform quality control and overall coordination of envisaged SBC solutions.
UNICEF Syria is seeking a qualified consultant to support the Country Office and the Ministry of Health in strengthening evidence-based programming to address child malnutrition. The assignment will focus on analyzing nutrition trends and translating complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Key responsibilities include conducting a comprehensive comparative analysis of nutrition indicators from the SMART 2023 and SMART 2025 surveys, and presenting findings through innovative, visually compelling formats such as infographics tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences. Building on this analysis, the consultant will develop strategic, evidence-based recommendations to support national efforts to reverse the rising trend of wasting in Syria.
Pacific Multi-Country Office is looking for an experienced Social Policy professional who is excited by challenges and who wants to achieve meaningful and tangible results for children in the Pacific. The Chief Social Policy is a pivotal role within PCMO, leading, managing and supervising all stages of social policy programming and related advocacy from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. As a key figure, you will lead a dedicated team of staff members, providing solution-oriented innovation and in-time delivery.
Pacific Multi-Country Office is looking for an experienced Supply & Procurement professional who is excited by challenges and who wants to achieve meaningful and tangible results for children in the Pacific. The Supply and Logistics Specialist is a pivotal role within PCMO, ensuring the optimal delivery of UNICEF resources to 14 countries across a wide geographic area, including 5 field offices and 7 warehouses, across the Pacific countries and Australia. As a key figure, you will lead a dedicated team of 5 staff members, providing solution-oriented innovation and in-time delivery.
In Niger, the combined effects of climate disruptions (droughts, floods), recurrent food and nutrition crises, insecurity in border areas (Tillabéri, Diffa, Tahoua, Maradi), and weak state presence in certain zones have led to a progressive deterioration of livelihoods. Health, water, education, and child protection systems are all severely affected, limiting children's access to essential social services and deepening their vulnerability.The primary objective is to provide technical support to the Country Office, programme sections, and partners (government, civil society, technical and financial partners) in the conceptualization, contextualization, strategic planning, implementation, monitoring, research and evaluation of resilience programming.Specifically, the Resilience Coordinator will dedicate a substantial amount of time to supporting the Deputy Representative Programmes to coordinate UNICEF's contributions to the large scale, ambitious, resiliencepartnership between BMZ, GIZ, UNICEF and WFP. The work will go beyond strengthening the capacity to "bounce back" from disruptions, addressing the complexity of human and community systems, their potential to adapt and persist through changing circumstances, and the implications for children's rights and well-being.
The consultancy aims to provide overall technical support to UNICEF-supported health projects, particularly in the areas of procurement, technical specification development, installation, commissioning, monitoring, operation and maintenance, and quality assurance of medical equipment. This includes essential diagnostic and newborn care equipment such as sphygmomanometers, glucometers, bilirubinometers, hematology analyzers, and SCANU-related equipment including radiant warmers, phototherapy machines, and bubble CPAP systems.
Benin is a middle-income country that faces many challenges in guaranteeing the rights of everychild. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), ithas significant disparities between urban and rural areas, and between girls and boys. Since 1977,UNICEF has been working closely with the government, civil society, technical and financialpartners, young people and communities to improve access to education, health services,protection, water, sanitation, nutrition and social policies for children.The 2024-2026 cooperation program pays particular attention to girls' education, protectionagainst violence, community health, and the fight against child labor. Present in the field throughits offices in Cotonou, Natitingou and Parakou, UNICEF is committed to working alongside themost vulnerable communities to guarantee concrete, lasting results.Social Policy is a standalone section.
The Operations function supports the Head of the Office on managing the office and monitoring operations and programmes as needed, including risk management while providing advice on best and innovative management practices to enhance office performance. The function is a strategic Business Partner role within the Senior Management team, assuring the best use of UNICEF assets in alignment with sound management practices, office priorities and goals to deliver results for children.
The purpose of this assignment is to strengthen the integration of child protection and GBV prevention and response within WASH Sectors in Liberia, ensuring that WASH policies, programmes, and investments contribute to safer environments and reduced violence risks for children, adolescents, and women.
Under the guidance of the Representative, the Programme Manager is accountable for programme management, ensuring that programme initiatives are effectively planned, budgeted, implemented and monitored, in accordance with the Country Programme and Country Programme Management Plan, focused on achievement of UNICEF's Priorities. The role also involves close collaboration with the programme sections—such as education, health, child protection, and water and sanitation—to ensure that social policy interventions are integrated and contribute to broader results for children.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Education, the consultant will report directly to the Education Manager (Learning) and will be responsible for the following:
1. Lead the FME, UBEC and other agencies in in the development of Out of School Policy, strategy and implementation plan for Nigeria
2. Support the domestication of the in one state each in the North and South regions of Nigeria.
The Programme Assistant (G5) is positioned in the Programme Section, reporting directly to the Programme Associate. This position carries cross-sectoral functions of programme planning and operations, ensuring seamless coordination between technical teams, operations units, and external partners/service providers.
The Consultant will contribute to the efficient planning and execution of procurement activities, ensuring timely availability
of goods and services necessary for the implementation of project components.
Specifically, the Consultant will: (i) support the preparation and review of procurement plans, tender dossiers, terms of
reference, and technical specifications in line with FAFA agreement signed by UNICEF and EU; (ii) coordinate and follow up
on tendering, evaluation, contracting, and contract management processes with relevant stakeholders; (iii) ensure proper
documentation, record-keeping, and audit readiness of all procurement and contracting files; (iv) provide guidance to the
project team and partners on applicable rules, thresholds, and compliance requirements; (v) monitor contract
implementation, including deliverables, timelines, and payments, and flag any risks or delays; (vi) support financial tracking
and reporting related to procurement activities; and (vii) closely coordinate with project team at UNICEF, implementing
partner/s and UNICEF Brussels Office (EU Development Programs section), regarding compliance and quality assurance.
Education: Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the field of work. For this position, a bachelor’s degree in finance/ administration/ Budget/ Accounting from a recognized academic institution in a relevant field may replace three years of related work experience.Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, administration or related areas is required. Experience in supporting financial transactions, document management and data entry is desirable. Previous experience with the United Nations or an international organization is an asset.Language Requirements: Fluency in Spanish is required and basic level in English is desirable. Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French or Russian) or a local language is an asset
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the incumbent is accountable for delivery of efficient and cost-effective administrative support services, providing guidance for operations of administrative support services and management of administrative staff. Ensures the office’s administrative operations and services are in compliance with the organization's administrative policy, procedures, rules and regulations.
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for executing a broad variety of routine regular administrative transactional tasks and some specialized responsibilities for the respective section/office, requiring thorough knowledge of UNICEF administrative procedures, processes and policies.
The Child Protection Officer (alternative care) provide technical assistance to the Government and partners to strengthen child protection system, protocols and capacities for the identification, case management, interim care, family tracing and reunification of unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) in line with international standards and the specific emergency context in Venezuela.
The Child Protection Officer (GBV) supports the development and preparation of the GBV programme(s) and is responsible for the management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the GBV programmes/projects within the country programme. The Child Protection Officer provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes. H/She facilitates the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable contributions to national efforts to create a protective environment for children against all harm, and to protect their rights to survival, development and well-being as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international treaties/frameworks and UN intergovernmental bodies.
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