UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and dynamic person to work in the role of Planning Specialist 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.
This consultancy is in line with ongoing UNCIEF efforts to strengthen national immunization system in accordance with National Immunization Programme 2026-2030. This technical assistance will complement ongoing country support in the areas of vaccine cold chain strengthening, vaccine supply planning and forecasting.
This role bridges operational delivery by liaising regularly with multiple units—Programme, Operations, Finance, Supply—and with external partners (government ministries, NGOs, donors). Depending on the programme priorities, the Incumbent may support sector‑specific teams (e.g., Health, Education, WASH) or cross‑cutting portfolios (e.g., humanitarian action, M&E, emergency preparedness).
The consultancy will be carried out within the framework of the Education that Protects against Violence strategy (www.unicef.org/brazil/educacao-que-protege). Since 2019, UNICEF has been developing and sharing methodologies on the role of the school community in preventing and responding to violence, while supporting governments in the development of policies and the strengthening of services so that education becomes a protective factor against violence.
The Nawa region, accounting for over 20% of Côte d’Ivoire’s national cacao production, continues to face high rates of child labour despite national progress in reducing its prevalence. As part of the joint UNICEF-ILO-IOM programme addressing the root causes of child labour, the local presence of the Child Protection Specialist (NO3) position in Soubré is essential to ensure timely and effective response at the field level. The specialist will lead child protection interventions, strengthen case management systems, inter-operability of services, and coordinate with local stakeholders to address child labour risks and root causes of child labour in both plantation, institutional and community settings. This position will also support the visibility and operational capacity of the joint UN office, contributing to the broader goals of the National Sustainable Cocoa Strategy.The Specialist contributes to the achievement of results according to sectoral plans, fund allocations, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.
UNICEF Malawi’s finance function enables programme delivery and as Finance Associate, you will strengthen stewardship, timely payments, compliance and audit-ready operations that deliver better results for children.
Rwanda’s commitment to improving nutrition outcomes is articulated in the 2024 National Family and Nutrition Policy (NFNP), which provides the overarching framework for addressing malnutrition in all its forms. The policy outlines strategic directions for improving food security, dietary diversity, maternal and child nutrition, and multisectoral coordination.
The purpose of this assignment is to develop a costed Nutrition Strategic Plan derived from the National Food and Nutrition Policy, ensuring clear prioritization, implementation arrangements, and sustainable financing.
The purpose of this assignment is for a consultant to work closely with the Ministry of Education, development partners, civil society, academic institutions, and various stakeholders to develop a Foundational Learning Strategy and Investment Plan (2027 – 2034). This document will provide a national framework for improving children’s foundational learning skills. The strategy will set a clear vision, guide policy and programme decisions, identify priority actions, align resources, and establish mechanisms for monitoring progress and accountability, so that every child in Zambia acquires the foundational skills needed for lifelong learning and future success.
Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Representative and the direct supervision of the Chief, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, the consultant will provide technical support to UNICEF Algeria throughout the development of the Country Programme Document (CPD) 2028–2032. Working closely with programme and operations teams, Government counterparts, the Regional Office and other stakeholders, the consultant will support the Country Office in developing the CPD and related documentation in accordance with UNICEF's Country Programme Procedure, Country Programme Planning Guidance, CPD roadmap and corporate guidance.
UNICEF Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Office is seeking a Policy Specialist (Strategic Political & Economical Foresight) to provide strategic policy advice, political analysis, and foresight to senior leadership, strengthening informed decision-making and UNICEF’s influence across the region. The role will identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities and translate complex political, social, and economic developments into actionable insights that shape regional priorities, partnerships, advocacy, and programming. Ready to make an impact for children across Latin America and the Caribbean? Apply now — this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
The primary purpose of this consultancy is to provide continuous technical accompaniment to the Government of Sao Tomé and Príncipe (STP) and to the UNICEF STP Country Office in preparing for the full transition from Gavi support by 2030. The consultant will support the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance in the design, costing, adoption and implementation of a credible transition financing strategy that secures the sustainability of the national immunization programme and strengthens the domestic financing of primary health care more broadly.
The objective of this consultancy is to provide a comprehensive, evidence-based technical assessment of selected social sector Management Information Systems using the Administrative Data Maturity Model (ADaMM) methodology, namely to:
1. Diagnose the maturity of Nigeria's selected administrative data systems (priority sectors include health, education, child protection, and social protection) using ADaMM, to establish maturity baselines and co-create benchmarks with Government, leveraging the Power of Data initiative to convene partners.
2. Conduct a series of consultations with relevant stakeholders, to assess the systems maturity levels, while leveraging the Power of Data initiative as a convening mechanism.
3. Produce a summary diagnostic report, including dataflow mapping, standards review, governance analysis, and interoperability opportunities – using AdaMM as a reference framework.
4. Co-design a Roadmap for action with proposed investments for the short, medium and long term.
Ready to make an impact? Join UNICEF PFP’s People & Culture team and help deliver high-quality P&C services across recruitment, onboarding, staff benefits, and employee support, enabling UNICEF to achieve results for every child.
The Education Specialist (Foundational Learning) reports to the Chief of Section (Level 5) for guidance and general supervision. The Education Specialist (Foundational Learning) is responsible for providing technical leadership and Programme management support to strengthen foundational learning outcomes, particularly early literacy, numeracy, and socio‑emotional learning, with a strong focus on equity, gender, inclusion, and learning recovery. The position contributes to UNICEF’s Education Strategy 2019–2030 and supports national efforts to ensure that all children acquire foundational skills by the end of primary education, including in fragile, emergency, and development contexts. The Specialist contributes to the achievement of concrete and sustainable results on ECD related programmes/projects according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM) and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.
Positioned within the Acquisition unit of Individual Giving, the Fund-Raising Officer (Acquisition) plays a vital role in executing UNICEF’s strategy to expand its donor base and drive sustainable revenue growth. In line with the PSFR team's strategic focus on funnel-based marketing and audience segmentation, this role supports the development and execution of targeted acquisition campaigns—especially across digital channels, which are identified as key growth drivers. By managing agency relationships, conducting market research, and optimizing lead generation and conversion, the incumbent ensures that acquisition efforts are data-informed and audience-centric. Their collaboration with the marketing team and close monitoring of campaign performance directly contribute to the team’s broader goals of enhancing donor engagement and achieving ambitious fundraising targets under the 2026–2030 strategy.
The purpose of the assignment is to support the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS) to develop a Sustainable Social Assistance Financing Strategy that provides practical and implementable pathways for financing Zambia's Social Cash Transfer (SCT) and Cash Plus programme ambitions.
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 primary purpose of this consultancy is to hire an international expert to provide technical support to conduct a needs assessment on how digital tools, including AI, can support the uptake of the newly developed teaching and learning materials and the structured pedagogical approach introduced to the pre-primary and primary school teachers and head teachers in Sierra Leone. The findings will inform next steps—such as development of new tools or content, training on existing or new tools, small-scale investments in new solutions, or other options based on the results.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and dynamic person to work in the role of Planning Specialist 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.
This consultancy is in line with ongoing UNCIEF efforts to strengthen national immunization system in accordance with National Immunization Programme 2026-2030. This technical assistance will complement ongoing country support in the areas of vaccine cold chain strengthening, vaccine supply planning and forecasting.
This role bridges operational delivery by liaising regularly with multiple units—Programme, Operations, Finance, Supply—and with external partners (government ministries, NGOs, donors). Depending on the programme priorities, the Incumbent may support sector‑specific teams (e.g., Health, Education, WASH) or cross‑cutting portfolios (e.g., humanitarian action, M&E, emergency preparedness).
The consultancy will be carried out within the framework of the Education that Protects against Violence strategy (www.unicef.org/brazil/educacao-que-protege). Since 2019, UNICEF has been developing and sharing methodologies on the role of the school community in preventing and responding to violence, while supporting governments in the development of policies and the strengthening of services so that education becomes a protective factor against violence.
The Nawa region, accounting for over 20% of Côte d’Ivoire’s national cacao production, continues to face high rates of child labour despite national progress in reducing its prevalence. As part of the joint UNICEF-ILO-IOM programme addressing the root causes of child labour, the local presence of the Child Protection Specialist (NO3) position in Soubré is essential to ensure timely and effective response at the field level. The specialist will lead child protection interventions, strengthen case management systems, inter-operability of services, and coordinate with local stakeholders to address child labour risks and root causes of child labour in both plantation, institutional and community settings. This position will also support the visibility and operational capacity of the joint UN office, contributing to the broader goals of the National Sustainable Cocoa Strategy.The Specialist contributes to the achievement of results according to sectoral plans, fund allocations, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.
UNICEF Malawi’s finance function enables programme delivery and as Finance Associate, you will strengthen stewardship, timely payments, compliance and audit-ready operations that deliver better results for children.
Rwanda’s commitment to improving nutrition outcomes is articulated in the 2024 National Family and Nutrition Policy (NFNP), which provides the overarching framework for addressing malnutrition in all its forms. The policy outlines strategic directions for improving food security, dietary diversity, maternal and child nutrition, and multisectoral coordination.
The purpose of this assignment is to develop a costed Nutrition Strategic Plan derived from the National Food and Nutrition Policy, ensuring clear prioritization, implementation arrangements, and sustainable financing.
The purpose of this assignment is for a consultant to work closely with the Ministry of Education, development partners, civil society, academic institutions, and various stakeholders to develop a Foundational Learning Strategy and Investment Plan (2027 – 2034). This document will provide a national framework for improving children’s foundational learning skills. The strategy will set a clear vision, guide policy and programme decisions, identify priority actions, align resources, and establish mechanisms for monitoring progress and accountability, so that every child in Zambia acquires the foundational skills needed for lifelong learning and future success.
Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Representative and the direct supervision of the Chief, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, the consultant will provide technical support to UNICEF Algeria throughout the development of the Country Programme Document (CPD) 2028–2032. Working closely with programme and operations teams, Government counterparts, the Regional Office and other stakeholders, the consultant will support the Country Office in developing the CPD and related documentation in accordance with UNICEF's Country Programme Procedure, Country Programme Planning Guidance, CPD roadmap and corporate guidance.
UNICEF Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Office is seeking a Policy Specialist (Strategic Political & Economical Foresight) to provide strategic policy advice, political analysis, and foresight to senior leadership, strengthening informed decision-making and UNICEF’s influence across the region. The role will identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities and translate complex political, social, and economic developments into actionable insights that shape regional priorities, partnerships, advocacy, and programming. Ready to make an impact for children across Latin America and the Caribbean? Apply now — this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
The primary purpose of this consultancy is to provide continuous technical accompaniment to the Government of Sao Tomé and Príncipe (STP) and to the UNICEF STP Country Office in preparing for the full transition from Gavi support by 2030. The consultant will support the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance in the design, costing, adoption and implementation of a credible transition financing strategy that secures the sustainability of the national immunization programme and strengthens the domestic financing of primary health care more broadly.
The objective of this consultancy is to provide a comprehensive, evidence-based technical assessment of selected social sector Management Information Systems using the Administrative Data Maturity Model (ADaMM) methodology, namely to:
1. Diagnose the maturity of Nigeria's selected administrative data systems (priority sectors include health, education, child protection, and social protection) using ADaMM, to establish maturity baselines and co-create benchmarks with Government, leveraging the Power of Data initiative to convene partners.
2. Conduct a series of consultations with relevant stakeholders, to assess the systems maturity levels, while leveraging the Power of Data initiative as a convening mechanism.
3. Produce a summary diagnostic report, including dataflow mapping, standards review, governance analysis, and interoperability opportunities – using AdaMM as a reference framework.
4. Co-design a Roadmap for action with proposed investments for the short, medium and long term.
Ready to make an impact? Join UNICEF PFP’s People & Culture team and help deliver high-quality P&C services across recruitment, onboarding, staff benefits, and employee support, enabling UNICEF to achieve results for every child.
The Education Specialist (Foundational Learning) reports to the Chief of Section (Level 5) for guidance and general supervision. The Education Specialist (Foundational Learning) is responsible for providing technical leadership and Programme management support to strengthen foundational learning outcomes, particularly early literacy, numeracy, and socio‑emotional learning, with a strong focus on equity, gender, inclusion, and learning recovery. The position contributes to UNICEF’s Education Strategy 2019–2030 and supports national efforts to ensure that all children acquire foundational skills by the end of primary education, including in fragile, emergency, and development contexts. The Specialist contributes to the achievement of concrete and sustainable results on ECD related programmes/projects according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM) and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.
Positioned within the Acquisition unit of Individual Giving, the Fund-Raising Officer (Acquisition) plays a vital role in executing UNICEF’s strategy to expand its donor base and drive sustainable revenue growth. In line with the PSFR team's strategic focus on funnel-based marketing and audience segmentation, this role supports the development and execution of targeted acquisition campaigns—especially across digital channels, which are identified as key growth drivers. By managing agency relationships, conducting market research, and optimizing lead generation and conversion, the incumbent ensures that acquisition efforts are data-informed and audience-centric. Their collaboration with the marketing team and close monitoring of campaign performance directly contribute to the team’s broader goals of enhancing donor engagement and achieving ambitious fundraising targets under the 2026–2030 strategy.
The purpose of the assignment is to support the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS) to develop a Sustainable Social Assistance Financing Strategy that provides practical and implementable pathways for financing Zambia's Social Cash Transfer (SCT) and Cash Plus programme ambitions.
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 primary purpose of this consultancy is to hire an international expert to provide technical support to conduct a needs assessment on how digital tools, including AI, can support the uptake of the newly developed teaching and learning materials and the structured pedagogical approach introduced to the pre-primary and primary school teachers and head teachers in Sierra Leone. The findings will inform next steps—such as development of new tools or content, training on existing or new tools, small-scale investments in new solutions, or other options based on the results.
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