UNICEF’s Independent Evaluation Office partners in a variety of other ways, from joint and inter-agency evaluation collaborations to networks to strengthen linkages between evaluation and programming (e.g., ALNAP), coordinate its evaluations with those of other agencies (e.g. through the United Nations Evaluation Group, the United Nations Sustainable Development Group System-Wide Evaluation Office and the Inter-Agency Humanitarian Evaluations mechanism) and the broader UN and evidence/evaluation synthesis community (e.g. the Global SDG Synthesis Coalition, the Evidence Synthesis Infrastructure Collaborative). It also partners to communicate its work e.g., through national, regional and global evaluation associations and other Voluntary Organizations for Professional Evaluation (VOPEs).The Evaluation Specialist (Partnerships and National Evaluation Capacity Development) will deepen collaboration with key stakeholders and provide an interface for environmental scanning, knowledge exchange, policy influence and potential resource mobilization within the scope of assignment. S/He will also serve as a focal point and resource for colleagues in the area of national evaluation capacity development (NECD) partnerships, including country-led NECD initiatives. The key result is to ensure greater visibility for UNICEF’s partnerships and NECD work and influence in support of its mission.
Under the general supervision and guidance of the Chief Social Policy, the Social Protection/ Cash Transfers Specialist oversees the implementation, monitors, evaluates and improves the delivery and support the implementation of exit strategy, of UNICEF, MSAM and Dutch Embassy cash transfers (HCTs) programme Cash Plus Care : Faaba in Benin, and provides support to the government of Benin in other social protection interventions, including through the assistance in implementing GUPS reform.
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 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.
The Supply and Logistics Specialist reports to the Supply and Logistics Manager and is responsible for managing the elements of the supply chains of the Ukraine country office. 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 supports management collaboration 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.
The Representative serves as the accredited representative of UNICEF in the country and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Government to develop the framework of cooperation in the country and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF Country Programme of Cooperation in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies.
As head of a medium size Country Office, the Representative is responsible for providing leadership and vision to the UNICEF Country Office team in managing and leveraging resources for the achievement of results and realization of the rights of children. The Representative leads and oversees the various programme sectors and operations teams ensuring delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity. The Representative is accountable for upholding UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability, and ensuring the establishment and maintenance of a non-discriminatory, inclusive and nurturing working environment for all staff and personnel, to enable them to effectively and efficiently deliver high-quality results for children.
Under the supervision of the Senior Finance Associate (G7) in the Rome CSC, the incumbent supports the effective management of Pcard, Master Data Management and Invoicing cases for UNICEF staff based in Rome. The position is also essential for the performance metrics model which will be established which requires continuous tracking. The incumbent will also be responsible for uploading the results on the Insight dashboard to meet the SLAs (service level agreements) benchmarks and provide an early warning if demand starts to exceed resources or performance starts to slip. The post will support in facilitating the “real time” approach to qualitative assessment and evaluation so that lessons learned can be continuously transformed into good practices and better business processes. The impact directly affects the quality and timeliness of the delivery of a range of different specialized services for which the unit is accountable. Working with a high degree of operational independence, Associate is accountable for the achievement of overall service delivery results to clients. The Associate manages complicated cases and client requests, which frequently requires the evaluation of urgent and complex situations and adaptation of procedures and processes to resolve such cases. Back-up function to Finance Assistant (G5) and Senior Finance Associate (G7).
Le bureau de l'UNICEF au Bénin est à la recherche d’un-e Administrateur.trice National/e, Chargé-e de l'éducation de qualité et pour enfants hors de l’école, engagé-e et déterminé-e à donner le meilleur de lui /d’elle-même) pour l’amélioration de la vie des enfants béninois. Le poste est basé au Bureau de l'UNICEF à Cotonou. Grade NO-1
Under the direct supervision of the Finance Associate, the Finance Assistant will be responsible for providing a variety of routine tasks in finance functions, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF financial rules and regulations, whilst demonstrating the capacity to research, adapt and evaluate irregular cases, and also to recommend improvements to process delivery and design.
UNICEF is guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and supports governments, communities, families and children to fulfill and enable every child’s right to live from violence and exploitation. UNICEF supports the achievement of multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in particular Goals 5 (gender equality), 8 (decent work and economic growth), 10 (reduced inequalities), and 16 (peace, justice, and strong institutions).
Integrated Phase Classification Acute Malnutrition Technical Development & Risk Analysis, Global Practice for Child Nutrition and Development, Nairobi, Kenya, Remote + Travel
UNICEF Gambia has readvertised the vacancy for the position of Child Survival & Development (CSD) Manager and invites applications from talented and motivated individuals to join our CSD team and shape the future for children.
We highly encourage qualified female candidates to apply.
Applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply, as their applications will still be considered.
The UNICEF Division of People and Culture is seeking experienced consultants to deliver independent, high-quality reviews of performance rebuttal cases and support a people-centered talent management approach by ensuring fairness, objectivity, and integrity in performance evaluation processes.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Health (MOH), Maternal and Child Health Programme, with technical assistance to design, develop, and standardize a comprehensive self-paced digital training package for Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health (MNCH) services.
The assignment aims to strengthen health workforce capacity by ensuring equitable access to high-quality, competency-based learning aligned with national guidelines and integrated within the Ministry’s learning hub, simulation-based education, and tele-mentoring framework. The consultancy will contribute to improved quality of care, enhanced clinical competencies, and reductions in preventable maternal, neonatal, and child morbidity and mortality in Lesotho.
The Child Protection Officer will be based in the Gaza Field Office in the State of Palestine, and will report to the P4 Child Protection Manager based in Gaza. The Child Protection officer will work closely with and receive technical supervision from the NO3 Child Protection Specialist based in Jerusalem.
Join UNICEF in the State of Palestine and help make a real difference in the lives of children across Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. In a dynamic emergency context, you will support essential programme and administrative operations that enable life-saving health and protection services for children and families. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful impact while working within a committed and purpose-driven team.
Cette consultance vise à contribuer à l’amélioration des compétences des CPEs en développant des formations de façon innovante afin qu’ils acquièrent des capacités requises pour prévenir et répondre aux violences faites aux enfants, surtout les plus vulnérables.
UNICEF’s Independent Evaluation Office partners in a variety of other ways, from joint and inter-agency evaluation collaborations to networks to strengthen linkages between evaluation and programming (e.g., ALNAP), coordinate its evaluations with those of other agencies (e.g. through the United Nations Evaluation Group, the United Nations Sustainable Development Group System-Wide Evaluation Office and the Inter-Agency Humanitarian Evaluations mechanism) and the broader UN and evidence/evaluation synthesis community (e.g. the Global SDG Synthesis Coalition, the Evidence Synthesis Infrastructure Collaborative). It also partners to communicate its work e.g., through national, regional and global evaluation associations and other Voluntary Organizations for Professional Evaluation (VOPEs).The Evaluation Specialist (Partnerships and National Evaluation Capacity Development) will deepen collaboration with key stakeholders and provide an interface for environmental scanning, knowledge exchange, policy influence and potential resource mobilization within the scope of assignment. S/He will also serve as a focal point and resource for colleagues in the area of national evaluation capacity development (NECD) partnerships, including country-led NECD initiatives. The key result is to ensure greater visibility for UNICEF’s partnerships and NECD work and influence in support of its mission.
Under the general supervision and guidance of the Chief Social Policy, the Social Protection/ Cash Transfers Specialist oversees the implementation, monitors, evaluates and improves the delivery and support the implementation of exit strategy, of UNICEF, MSAM and Dutch Embassy cash transfers (HCTs) programme Cash Plus Care : Faaba in Benin, and provides support to the government of Benin in other social protection interventions, including through the assistance in implementing GUPS reform.
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 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.
The Supply and Logistics Specialist reports to the Supply and Logistics Manager and is responsible for managing the elements of the supply chains of the Ukraine country office. 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 supports management collaboration 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.
The Representative serves as the accredited representative of UNICEF in the country and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Government to develop the framework of cooperation in the country and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF Country Programme of Cooperation in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies.
As head of a medium size Country Office, the Representative is responsible for providing leadership and vision to the UNICEF Country Office team in managing and leveraging resources for the achievement of results and realization of the rights of children. The Representative leads and oversees the various programme sectors and operations teams ensuring delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity. The Representative is accountable for upholding UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability, and ensuring the establishment and maintenance of a non-discriminatory, inclusive and nurturing working environment for all staff and personnel, to enable them to effectively and efficiently deliver high-quality results for children.
Under the supervision of the Senior Finance Associate (G7) in the Rome CSC, the incumbent supports the effective management of Pcard, Master Data Management and Invoicing cases for UNICEF staff based in Rome. The position is also essential for the performance metrics model which will be established which requires continuous tracking. The incumbent will also be responsible for uploading the results on the Insight dashboard to meet the SLAs (service level agreements) benchmarks and provide an early warning if demand starts to exceed resources or performance starts to slip. The post will support in facilitating the “real time” approach to qualitative assessment and evaluation so that lessons learned can be continuously transformed into good practices and better business processes. The impact directly affects the quality and timeliness of the delivery of a range of different specialized services for which the unit is accountable. Working with a high degree of operational independence, Associate is accountable for the achievement of overall service delivery results to clients. The Associate manages complicated cases and client requests, which frequently requires the evaluation of urgent and complex situations and adaptation of procedures and processes to resolve such cases. Back-up function to Finance Assistant (G5) and Senior Finance Associate (G7).
Le bureau de l'UNICEF au Bénin est à la recherche d’un-e Administrateur.trice National/e, Chargé-e de l'éducation de qualité et pour enfants hors de l’école, engagé-e et déterminé-e à donner le meilleur de lui /d’elle-même) pour l’amélioration de la vie des enfants béninois. Le poste est basé au Bureau de l'UNICEF à Cotonou. Grade NO-1
Under the direct supervision of the Finance Associate, the Finance Assistant will be responsible for providing a variety of routine tasks in finance functions, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF financial rules and regulations, whilst demonstrating the capacity to research, adapt and evaluate irregular cases, and also to recommend improvements to process delivery and design.
UNICEF is guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and supports governments, communities, families and children to fulfill and enable every child’s right to live from violence and exploitation. UNICEF supports the achievement of multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in particular Goals 5 (gender equality), 8 (decent work and economic growth), 10 (reduced inequalities), and 16 (peace, justice, and strong institutions).
Integrated Phase Classification Acute Malnutrition Technical Development & Risk Analysis, Global Practice for Child Nutrition and Development, Nairobi, Kenya, Remote + Travel
UNICEF Gambia has readvertised the vacancy for the position of Child Survival & Development (CSD) Manager and invites applications from talented and motivated individuals to join our CSD team and shape the future for children.
We highly encourage qualified female candidates to apply.
Applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply, as their applications will still be considered.
The UNICEF Division of People and Culture is seeking experienced consultants to deliver independent, high-quality reviews of performance rebuttal cases and support a people-centered talent management approach by ensuring fairness, objectivity, and integrity in performance evaluation processes.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Health (MOH), Maternal and Child Health Programme, with technical assistance to design, develop, and standardize a comprehensive self-paced digital training package for Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health (MNCH) services.
The assignment aims to strengthen health workforce capacity by ensuring equitable access to high-quality, competency-based learning aligned with national guidelines and integrated within the Ministry’s learning hub, simulation-based education, and tele-mentoring framework. The consultancy will contribute to improved quality of care, enhanced clinical competencies, and reductions in preventable maternal, neonatal, and child morbidity and mortality in Lesotho.
The Child Protection Officer will be based in the Gaza Field Office in the State of Palestine, and will report to the P4 Child Protection Manager based in Gaza. The Child Protection officer will work closely with and receive technical supervision from the NO3 Child Protection Specialist based in Jerusalem.
Join UNICEF in the State of Palestine and help make a real difference in the lives of children across Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. In a dynamic emergency context, you will support essential programme and administrative operations that enable life-saving health and protection services for children and families. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful impact while working within a committed and purpose-driven team.
Cette consultance vise à contribuer à l’amélioration des compétences des CPEs en développant des formations de façon innovante afin qu’ils acquièrent des capacités requises pour prévenir et répondre aux violences faites aux enfants, surtout les plus vulnérables.
