The Programme Assistant (G5) is positioned in the Programme Section, reporting directly to the Chief of Field Office. This position carries cross-sectoral functions of programme planning and operations, ensuring seamless coordination between technical teams, operations units, and external partners/service providers. Depending on programme priorities, the Incumbent may be positioned in sector-specific teams (e.g., Health, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, WASH) or in crosscutting initiatives (e.g., equity, emergency response).
Benin is a lower-middle-income country that faces multiple challenges in ensuring the rights of every child. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), it experiences significant disparities between urban and rural areas, as well as between girls and boys. Since 1977, UNICEF has been working closely with the Government, civil society, development partners, young people, and communities to improve access to education, healthcare, child protection, water, sanitation, nutrition, and social policies that benefit children.The 2024-2026 Country Programme places particular emphasis on girls’ education, protection against violence, community health, and the fight against child labour. Through its offices in Cotonou, Natitingou, and Parakou, UNICEF works alongside the most vulnerable communities to deliver tangible and sustainable results for children.UNICEF Benin is seeking a Programme Associate to help make a lasting difference in the lives of children in Benin.
The Senior Programme Associate (G‑7) is embedded within the Programme Section, reporting to Chief of field Office, the Section Chief or a Principal Programme Specialist/Manager. Positioned at the functional categories of technical, operational, and financial areas the incumbent partners closely with other teams/sections (Program, Operations, Finance, Supply), as well as with external stakeholders (government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors), and HQ-based units to implement strategic priorities into concrete activities on the ground. Depending on programme needs of the hiring office, the role may span sectoral portfolios (e.g., WASH, Nutrition, Education) or cross‑cutting themes (e.g., emergency preparedness).
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Janakpur Field Office the Senior Programme Associate supports leading and coordinating programme support functions across the project cycle, specializing in planning, budgeting, CSO partnership management, monitoring, reporting, and closing‑out financial commitments. The role ensures that programme activities are technically robust, financially sound, and fully compliant with UNICEF policies and donor agreement. The incumbent of this position contributes to informed decisions by presenting synthesized data, flagging risks, and recommending corrective measures, to achieve results aligning with programme goals. The role ensures quality programme financial management, compliance with UNICEF policies, effective utilization of resources, and coordination with government and implementing partners. Janakpur field office engaged with Province, local government to provide technical and financial support in program implementation, capacity building and system strengthening and government and managed different sector program management and partnership (Heath, Nutrition, WASH, Child protection, SPG, Education, Planning/DRR, SBC etc.)
As the Adolescent Health Specialist, you will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise in advancing adolescent health and well-being as a core component of UNICEF’s global health agenda.You will lead efforts to strengthen systems for adolescent-responsive health services and to promote integrated, life-course approaches that address adolescents’ unique needs. This includes advancing multisectoral programming across health, nutrition, education, protection, and WASH, with a focus on sexual and reproductive health, mental health, substance use prevention, early interventions to reduce non-communicable disease risks, and HIV prevention.
Reporting to the Deputy Representative Operations, you will lead UNICEF's end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring the timely, efficient and accountable delivery of goods, services and construction works that enable programme results for children.You will oversee supply planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, inventory management, logistics, and distribution in line with UNICEF policies and ethical standards. You will manage and develop the supply team, foster strong internal and external collaboration, and provide strategic technical support to governments to strengthen national supply chain systems. You will also drive innovation, promote local market development, and enhance supply chain performance to improve efficiency and value for money. In emergencies, you will lead logistics preparedness and response by developing operational strategies, coordinating with key partners, and ensuring business continuity. Your leadership will strengthen operational resilience, mitigate supply chain risks, and directly contribute to achieving impactful and sustainable results for children.
The Education Specialist (Learning Assessment) will provide high-level technical assistance and strategic support to advance UNICEF’s global agenda on learning assessment, with a particular focus on early learning and foundational learning. The role supports UNICEF Country and Regional Offices, governments and partners to strengthen national learning assessment systems and their use for informing sector policy, planning, financing, school monitoring and classroom instruction to improve learning outcomes. Based in UNICEF’s Centre of Excellence in Bangkok, the position contributes to global standard-setting, development of methodologies, partnerships and evidence generation to promote equity-driven, inclusive and actionable learning assessments. The role also supports the implementation of UNICEF’s Every Child Learns Education Strategy 2019–2030 and the UNICEF Strategic Plan 2026–2029, helping countries strengthen education systems and improve learning outcomes for children and adolescents.
International Consultant – Technical Support for advancing Climate Resilient Sanitation Services in the Caribbean region, Bridgetown, Barbados. Climate Change and Resilience Section, Barbados (Remote - with travel to the Caribbean region), 3 months
UNICEF China is seeking an experienced Marketing Officer at NO1 level to support the Individual Fundraising team’s acquisition, conversion, and retention efforts across all channels, including digital and social media, telemarketing, offline activations, and other donor engagement modalities.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work for the Domestication of the National Guidelines for the Facilitation of Re-entry of Pregnant and Married Adolescent Girls into Schools in Kwara State 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 Deputy Representative reports to the CO Representative for general supervision and direction. The Deputy Representative supports the Representative on the overall management of the CO and for coordinating closely with the different programme sections on all phases of the Country Office Programme, from formulation to delivery of results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity.
The Deputy Representative supports the Representative in leading and leveraging partnerships with both public and private sectors for the achievement of results and fulfilment of the rights of children.
In fragile and humanitarian contexts, the Deputy Representative ensures the delivery of a timely, efficient and principled humanitarian action and advocacy in accordance with UNICEF global Policy and Framework for humanitarian action. Where clusters are activated, the Deputy Representative ensures that UNICEF CLA responsibilities are fulfilled.
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.
UNICEF Lesotho seeks to hire a Programme Associate who will provide programme and administrative support to the implementation, monitoring, and reporting of UNICEF programmes, ensuring effective coordination, financial tracking, and delivery of results in line with UNICEF policies, procedures, and standards.
The engagement of a highly skilled Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Senior Expert Consultant with expertise in proposal development and high-value fundraising will significantly strengthen UNICEF ECARO’s ability to mobilize support from high-value audiences. By enhancing engagement strategies and resource mobilization efforts, particularly with business partners, the consultancy will contribute to impactful fundraising and programmatic outcomes in priority areas at both regional and country level.
The Child Protection Specialist reports to the Chief, Child Protection or Child Protection Manager for guidance and general supervision. The Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Child Protection programme(s) and is responsible for the management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the child protection programmes/projects within the country programme. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes. H/She facilitates the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable contributions to national and international 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.
Strengthen Community-Based Child Protection Services in Bangladesh Are you passionate about improving child protection services for vulnerable children and families? UNICEF Bangladesh is seeking a motivated Child Protection Officer (NO-B, Temporary Appointment) to support the effective implementation of the community-based child protection component, contributing to improved access to quality child protection services for vulnerable children and families.Working closely with the Department of Social Services (DSS), implementing partners and UNICEF colleagues, you will support the delivery of quality community-based child protection services by supporting Community-Based Child Protection Committees (CBCPCs), Child Protection Service Hubs, community volunteers and referral pathways. You will contribute to quality case management, community outreach, service coordination, programme monitoring and field-level quality assurance, while promoting the effective use of child protection information systems to ensure vulnerable children receive timely and appropriate protection services. This is an exciting opportunity for a child protection professional with experience in community-based child protection programming, case management, partnership coordination and programme implementation. If you are committed to strengthening community-based child protection systems and improving access to quality protection services for vulnerable children and families, we encourage you to apply.
Join UNICEF's Private Fundraising and Partnerships Division at a pivotal moment of transformation and growth. As Strategic Planning Manager, you will work at the heart of executive leadership, shaping strategic priorities, driving organizational excellence, and helping unlock greater impact for children worldwide.
The UNICEF Malawi Programme aims to advance the rights of children through equitable and accountable programme delivery and as a Finance & Budget Associate, you will strengthen financial stewardship, budget oversight, donor compliance, and efficient resource management for results for children.
Join UNICEF's Child Nutrition Fund (CNF) Management Unit in Brussels and contribute to an innovative global initiative dedicated to preventing, detecting and treating malnutrition among children and women. As a Programme Associate, you will play an important role in supporting the management of global nutrition programmes, helping ensure that resources are effectively utilized and that programmes deliver meaningful results for the world's most vulnerable populations.Working within a diverse and collaborative international team, you will contribute to grant management, budget monitoring, programme coordination, data analysis, reporting, stakeholder engagement and knowledge sharing. Your work will help strengthen evidence-based decision-making and support UNICEF's efforts to accelerate progress against child undernutrition worldwide.This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized and proactive professional who enjoys working with data, coordinating complex processes, engaging with partners, and contributing to programmes that improve children's lives at scale.
The Programme Assistant (G5) is positioned in the Programme Section, reporting directly to the Chief of Field Office. This position carries cross-sectoral functions of programme planning and operations, ensuring seamless coordination between technical teams, operations units, and external partners/service providers. Depending on programme priorities, the Incumbent may be positioned in sector-specific teams (e.g., Health, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, WASH) or in crosscutting initiatives (e.g., equity, emergency response).
Benin is a lower-middle-income country that faces multiple challenges in ensuring the rights of every child. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), it experiences significant disparities between urban and rural areas, as well as between girls and boys. Since 1977, UNICEF has been working closely with the Government, civil society, development partners, young people, and communities to improve access to education, healthcare, child protection, water, sanitation, nutrition, and social policies that benefit children.The 2024-2026 Country Programme places particular emphasis on girls’ education, protection against violence, community health, and the fight against child labour. Through its offices in Cotonou, Natitingou, and Parakou, UNICEF works alongside the most vulnerable communities to deliver tangible and sustainable results for children.UNICEF Benin is seeking a Programme Associate to help make a lasting difference in the lives of children in Benin.
The Senior Programme Associate (G‑7) is embedded within the Programme Section, reporting to Chief of field Office, the Section Chief or a Principal Programme Specialist/Manager. Positioned at the functional categories of technical, operational, and financial areas the incumbent partners closely with other teams/sections (Program, Operations, Finance, Supply), as well as with external stakeholders (government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors), and HQ-based units to implement strategic priorities into concrete activities on the ground. Depending on programme needs of the hiring office, the role may span sectoral portfolios (e.g., WASH, Nutrition, Education) or cross‑cutting themes (e.g., emergency preparedness).
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Janakpur Field Office the Senior Programme Associate supports leading and coordinating programme support functions across the project cycle, specializing in planning, budgeting, CSO partnership management, monitoring, reporting, and closing‑out financial commitments. The role ensures that programme activities are technically robust, financially sound, and fully compliant with UNICEF policies and donor agreement. The incumbent of this position contributes to informed decisions by presenting synthesized data, flagging risks, and recommending corrective measures, to achieve results aligning with programme goals. The role ensures quality programme financial management, compliance with UNICEF policies, effective utilization of resources, and coordination with government and implementing partners. Janakpur field office engaged with Province, local government to provide technical and financial support in program implementation, capacity building and system strengthening and government and managed different sector program management and partnership (Heath, Nutrition, WASH, Child protection, SPG, Education, Planning/DRR, SBC etc.)
As the Adolescent Health Specialist, you will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise in advancing adolescent health and well-being as a core component of UNICEF’s global health agenda.You will lead efforts to strengthen systems for adolescent-responsive health services and to promote integrated, life-course approaches that address adolescents’ unique needs. This includes advancing multisectoral programming across health, nutrition, education, protection, and WASH, with a focus on sexual and reproductive health, mental health, substance use prevention, early interventions to reduce non-communicable disease risks, and HIV prevention.
Reporting to the Deputy Representative Operations, you will lead UNICEF's end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring the timely, efficient and accountable delivery of goods, services and construction works that enable programme results for children.You will oversee supply planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, inventory management, logistics, and distribution in line with UNICEF policies and ethical standards. You will manage and develop the supply team, foster strong internal and external collaboration, and provide strategic technical support to governments to strengthen national supply chain systems. You will also drive innovation, promote local market development, and enhance supply chain performance to improve efficiency and value for money. In emergencies, you will lead logistics preparedness and response by developing operational strategies, coordinating with key partners, and ensuring business continuity. Your leadership will strengthen operational resilience, mitigate supply chain risks, and directly contribute to achieving impactful and sustainable results for children.
The Education Specialist (Learning Assessment) will provide high-level technical assistance and strategic support to advance UNICEF’s global agenda on learning assessment, with a particular focus on early learning and foundational learning. The role supports UNICEF Country and Regional Offices, governments and partners to strengthen national learning assessment systems and their use for informing sector policy, planning, financing, school monitoring and classroom instruction to improve learning outcomes. Based in UNICEF’s Centre of Excellence in Bangkok, the position contributes to global standard-setting, development of methodologies, partnerships and evidence generation to promote equity-driven, inclusive and actionable learning assessments. The role also supports the implementation of UNICEF’s Every Child Learns Education Strategy 2019–2030 and the UNICEF Strategic Plan 2026–2029, helping countries strengthen education systems and improve learning outcomes for children and adolescents.
International Consultant – Technical Support for advancing Climate Resilient Sanitation Services in the Caribbean region, Bridgetown, Barbados. Climate Change and Resilience Section, Barbados (Remote - with travel to the Caribbean region), 3 months
UNICEF China is seeking an experienced Marketing Officer at NO1 level to support the Individual Fundraising team’s acquisition, conversion, and retention efforts across all channels, including digital and social media, telemarketing, offline activations, and other donor engagement modalities.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work for the Domestication of the National Guidelines for the Facilitation of Re-entry of Pregnant and Married Adolescent Girls into Schools in Kwara State 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 Deputy Representative reports to the CO Representative for general supervision and direction. The Deputy Representative supports the Representative on the overall management of the CO and for coordinating closely with the different programme sections on all phases of the Country Office Programme, from formulation to delivery of results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity.
The Deputy Representative supports the Representative in leading and leveraging partnerships with both public and private sectors for the achievement of results and fulfilment of the rights of children.
In fragile and humanitarian contexts, the Deputy Representative ensures the delivery of a timely, efficient and principled humanitarian action and advocacy in accordance with UNICEF global Policy and Framework for humanitarian action. Where clusters are activated, the Deputy Representative ensures that UNICEF CLA responsibilities are fulfilled.
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.
UNICEF Lesotho seeks to hire a Programme Associate who will provide programme and administrative support to the implementation, monitoring, and reporting of UNICEF programmes, ensuring effective coordination, financial tracking, and delivery of results in line with UNICEF policies, procedures, and standards.
The engagement of a highly skilled Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Senior Expert Consultant with expertise in proposal development and high-value fundraising will significantly strengthen UNICEF ECARO’s ability to mobilize support from high-value audiences. By enhancing engagement strategies and resource mobilization efforts, particularly with business partners, the consultancy will contribute to impactful fundraising and programmatic outcomes in priority areas at both regional and country level.
The Child Protection Specialist reports to the Chief, Child Protection or Child Protection Manager for guidance and general supervision. The Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Child Protection programme(s) and is responsible for the management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the child protection programmes/projects within the country programme. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes. H/She facilitates the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable contributions to national and international 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.
Strengthen Community-Based Child Protection Services in Bangladesh Are you passionate about improving child protection services for vulnerable children and families? UNICEF Bangladesh is seeking a motivated Child Protection Officer (NO-B, Temporary Appointment) to support the effective implementation of the community-based child protection component, contributing to improved access to quality child protection services for vulnerable children and families.Working closely with the Department of Social Services (DSS), implementing partners and UNICEF colleagues, you will support the delivery of quality community-based child protection services by supporting Community-Based Child Protection Committees (CBCPCs), Child Protection Service Hubs, community volunteers and referral pathways. You will contribute to quality case management, community outreach, service coordination, programme monitoring and field-level quality assurance, while promoting the effective use of child protection information systems to ensure vulnerable children receive timely and appropriate protection services. This is an exciting opportunity for a child protection professional with experience in community-based child protection programming, case management, partnership coordination and programme implementation. If you are committed to strengthening community-based child protection systems and improving access to quality protection services for vulnerable children and families, we encourage you to apply.
Join UNICEF's Private Fundraising and Partnerships Division at a pivotal moment of transformation and growth. As Strategic Planning Manager, you will work at the heart of executive leadership, shaping strategic priorities, driving organizational excellence, and helping unlock greater impact for children worldwide.
The UNICEF Malawi Programme aims to advance the rights of children through equitable and accountable programme delivery and as a Finance & Budget Associate, you will strengthen financial stewardship, budget oversight, donor compliance, and efficient resource management for results for children.
Join UNICEF's Child Nutrition Fund (CNF) Management Unit in Brussels and contribute to an innovative global initiative dedicated to preventing, detecting and treating malnutrition among children and women. As a Programme Associate, you will play an important role in supporting the management of global nutrition programmes, helping ensure that resources are effectively utilized and that programmes deliver meaningful results for the world's most vulnerable populations.Working within a diverse and collaborative international team, you will contribute to grant management, budget monitoring, programme coordination, data analysis, reporting, stakeholder engagement and knowledge sharing. Your work will help strengthen evidence-based decision-making and support UNICEF's efforts to accelerate progress against child undernutrition worldwide.This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized and proactive professional who enjoys working with data, coordinating complex processes, engaging with partners, and contributing to programmes that improve children's lives at scale.
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