The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS), in collaboration with key stakeholders, to update the Shock Responsive Social Protection (SRSP) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Zambia, by incorporating recommendations from the two completed evaluations of the 2024 Drought Emergency Cash Transfer (DECT). The assignment will translate existing findings and experience into clear, practical and implementable SOP provisions responding to shocks through the social protection system, particularly the Social Cash Transfer (SCT) programme delivery infrastructure.
The assignment will ensure that the SOPs are aligned with relevant legislation, policies, and other legal and operational frameworks, while incorporating lessons and recommendations identified in the two DECT evaluations.
Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Representative, the Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of education programmes/projects. This includes strategic planning and formulation, as well as delivery of results on strengthening national education systems to improve learning outcomes, access to quality, equitable and inclusive pre-primary, primary secondary education and TVET, especially for children and young people who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society. Incumbent leads a group of professional and support staff to develop and manage the education programme in the country.The Chief is responsible for establishing the plans of action and overseeing work progress to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable programme/project results,
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
Under the supervision of and in regular consultation with the supervisor, implement emergency preparedness and response in central (including Kyiv and Chernihiv) as well as western Ukraine and, in parallel, support national emergency programming at country office level. Responsible for the technical contribution to the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency interventions to advance the survival and well-being of children and mothers and affected communities in an emergency situation.
Join UNICEF Ukraine to support evidence-based social and behaviour change initiatives that improve the lives of children and families. The role focuses on research, community engagement, partnerships, and programme implementation across areas such as early childhood development, parenting, disability inclusion, mental health, and emergency response. Candidates should have relevant experience in SBC, communications, social development, or related fields, and be fluent in English and Ukrainian.
Under the supervision and strategic direction of the Social Policy Manager / Deputy Team Lead, the Social Policy Specialist serves as Technical Lead of the Social Recovery Office.The incumbent provides technical leadership, coordination and quality assurance for reform support activities implemented under SPIRIT. The position supports scoping and strategic direction of technical assistance in accordance with evolving government reform priorities, evidence generation, policy analysis and reform implementation; coordinates technical experts and institutional contractors; manages the substantive aspects of technical contracts and deliverables; and supports internal and external communication related to the Social Recovery Office's reform support portfolio.The incumbent advises the Social Policy Manager / Deputy Team Lead on technical matters, emerging policy reforms, evidence and implementation challenges and deputises during periods of absence on technical and operational coordination matters within delegated authority.
The purpose of this four-month consultancy is to provide time-bound and deliverable-based construction engineering services to UNICEF Egypt. The consultant will review planned and ongoing infrastructure interventions, prepare and validate technical documentation, support procurement processes, monitor implementation and quality, and provide recommendations to address technical, contractual and implementation risks.
The position aims to strengthen financial inclusion and livelihoods within UNICEF-supported social protection programmes to enhance women’s economic resilience, access to financial services, and sustainable wellbeing outcomes.
Join UNICEF as the Programme Officer (Climate Change and Emergency). You will contribute to the promotion of children’s rights in Armenia by designing, implementing, monitoring and coordinating evidence-based and sustainable climate, disaster risk reduction and emergency programmes in Armenia. You will provide technical guidance and strategic support to strengthen climate resilience, reduce risks to children and communities, enhance emergency preparedness and response, and promote child-sensitive approaches in climate change and disaster risk reduction policies and programmes. Working under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative, you will collaborate closely with relevant sectoral and cross-sectoral colleagues, government counterparts and other partners.
The consultant will be deployed on an on-demand basis depending on programme needs, geographic coverage, urgency and the specific deliverables required. They will be responsible for delivering the agreed content outputs assigned through a pre-mission brief, including pre-production, filming, post-production, and any additional editorial deliverables as required, in coordination with the UNICEF Advocacy & Communications section.
Become the next Field Support Specialist for UNICEF Mexico!We are seeking a qualified Field Support Specialist at the NO-3 level to support UNICEF Mexico’s territorial presence and coordination in the Western region, based in Guadalajara, Jalisco, and covering Jalisco, Michoacán and Guanajuato. If selected, you will contribute to the consolidation of UNICEF’s presence in the region, support integrated programme planning and monitoring, facilitate coordination across programme, communications, partnerships, operations and security functions, and help maintain strategic engagement with state and municipal authorities, civil society, academia, private sector actors, media, influencers, cultural and sports entities, and other key stakeholders.If you have experience in field office coordination, territorial planning, integrated programme delivery, team supervision and multi-stakeholder engagement, and the commitment to help advance the rights of children and adolescents in the Bajío region, apply today!
As a key member of the Country Office, the Reporting Officer (Writer) contributes to advancing results for children, adolescents, and their families by leading the development of high-quality donor reports, funding proposals, and public partnership agreements. Through strategic writing, quality assurance, results-based management (RBM) compliance, and effective coordination with programme and partnership teams, the incumbent supports UNICEF and its partners in achieving resource mobilization and advocacy objectives. In doing so, the Reporting Officer ensures that all written deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, demonstrate measurable results, and are fully aligned with UNICEF’s strategic priorities and commitments in Colombia.
Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Social Sciences, Child Protection, Education and/or management, International Relations, Government, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or another relevant technical field.Work Experience: At minimum 5 years of relevant work experience is required in one or more of the following areas is required: Child Protection, Education, social policy, planning and management or finances Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset. Background/familiarity with emergency is considered as an asset. Relevant experience in an UN system agency or organization is considered an asset.Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Spanish languages is required.
The consultancy will support a rigorous, participatory and decision-oriented review process to generate validated evidence on the extent to which Teaching and Learning Resources (TLR) used from Kindergarten to Basic 6 in Ghana are gender-responsive, inclusive and aligned with national policies and international good practice.
UNICEF DRC is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as a Contracts Officer (NO-B) on a Temporary Appointment (364 days).Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children? If so, we encourage you to apply and become part of an organization that is working every day to protect children's rights and help them reach their full potential.Apply now and be part of something bigger.
UNICEF Croatia CO is looking for a National Coordinator (NOC) to support UNICEF’s country-level engagement within the EU HIC MCO. The Coordinator will provide national technical advice, coordination and contextual analysis for assigned country-level priorities, supporting UNICEF’s strategic cooperation agenda through technical inputs to policy dialogue, evidence-based advocacy, child rights monitoring, partnership follow-up, public finance engagement, knowledge generation, and coordination of UNICEF-supported catalytic initiatives and technical assistance.
Join UNICEF and make tech work for impact! As our Digital Impact Assistant, you’ll keep our team connected and efficient by delivering fast, reliable IT support, ensuring smooth implementation of digital initiatives, and maintaining accurate systems and documentation. Your role helps drive innovation, enhance user experience, and keep communication flowing—so we can focus on what matters most: improving the lives of children worldwide.
Under the supervision of the Communication Specialist (NOC), the Communication Officer provides professional and technical communication support for private sector engagement, fundraising communication, donor stewardship, youth engagement and digital communication initiatives that contribute to the achievement of UNICEF Montenegro's programme, advocacy and resource mobilization objectives. The incumbent contributes to the planning, coordination and implementation of communication activities that strengthen partnerships with the private sector, enhance donor visibility and recognition, support fundraising and supporter engagement, promote meaningful youth participation through the UNICEF Young Reporters initiative, and ensure consistent application of UNICEF communication standards, brand guidelines and partnership requirements.
SHINE, Sustainable Health Investment through National Economists, is a UNICEF approach developed by the Health Economics and Financing Section within the Centre of Excellence for Child Survival and Development, launching on 1 October 2026. It embeds nationally recruited health economists for four years inside government, working alongside the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance on the decisions that determine how children's health is financed: primary health care costing, essential benefit package design, donor transition planning, domestic resource mobilisation, health insurance design, budget advocacy and public financial management and other topics as suitable depending on the context. The founding cohort covers 20 countries across all regions, with 24 funded placements.
The programme is now in its start-up phase, with the first country offices confirmed and recruitment opening country by country. It has a decision memorandum, a strategy paper draft and a set of communication products, but it does not yet have a programme document: a single reference setting out the theory of change, the inputs and outputs, the results architecture, the indicators, the reporting arrangements and the starting point, the risks parameters, partners, future etc… in a form that a country office, an evaluator and a contributing partner can all use.
UNICEF Bulgaria CO is looking for a National Coordinator (NOC) to support UNICEF’s country-level engagement within the EU HIC MCO. The Coordinator will provide national technical advice, coordination and contextual analysis for assigned country-level priorities, supporting UNICEF’s strategic cooperation agenda through technical inputs to policy dialogue, evidence-based advocacy, child rights monitoring, partnership follow-up, public finance engagement, knowledge generation, and coordination of UNICEF-supported catalytic initiatives and technical assistance.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS), in collaboration with key stakeholders, to update the Shock Responsive Social Protection (SRSP) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Zambia, by incorporating recommendations from the two completed evaluations of the 2024 Drought Emergency Cash Transfer (DECT). The assignment will translate existing findings and experience into clear, practical and implementable SOP provisions responding to shocks through the social protection system, particularly the Social Cash Transfer (SCT) programme delivery infrastructure.
The assignment will ensure that the SOPs are aligned with relevant legislation, policies, and other legal and operational frameworks, while incorporating lessons and recommendations identified in the two DECT evaluations.
Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Representative, the Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of education programmes/projects. This includes strategic planning and formulation, as well as delivery of results on strengthening national education systems to improve learning outcomes, access to quality, equitable and inclusive pre-primary, primary secondary education and TVET, especially for children and young people who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society. Incumbent leads a group of professional and support staff to develop and manage the education programme in the country.The Chief is responsible for establishing the plans of action and overseeing work progress to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable programme/project results,
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
Under the supervision of and in regular consultation with the supervisor, implement emergency preparedness and response in central (including Kyiv and Chernihiv) as well as western Ukraine and, in parallel, support national emergency programming at country office level. Responsible for the technical contribution to the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency interventions to advance the survival and well-being of children and mothers and affected communities in an emergency situation.
Join UNICEF Ukraine to support evidence-based social and behaviour change initiatives that improve the lives of children and families. The role focuses on research, community engagement, partnerships, and programme implementation across areas such as early childhood development, parenting, disability inclusion, mental health, and emergency response. Candidates should have relevant experience in SBC, communications, social development, or related fields, and be fluent in English and Ukrainian.
Under the supervision and strategic direction of the Social Policy Manager / Deputy Team Lead, the Social Policy Specialist serves as Technical Lead of the Social Recovery Office.The incumbent provides technical leadership, coordination and quality assurance for reform support activities implemented under SPIRIT. The position supports scoping and strategic direction of technical assistance in accordance with evolving government reform priorities, evidence generation, policy analysis and reform implementation; coordinates technical experts and institutional contractors; manages the substantive aspects of technical contracts and deliverables; and supports internal and external communication related to the Social Recovery Office's reform support portfolio.The incumbent advises the Social Policy Manager / Deputy Team Lead on technical matters, emerging policy reforms, evidence and implementation challenges and deputises during periods of absence on technical and operational coordination matters within delegated authority.
The purpose of this four-month consultancy is to provide time-bound and deliverable-based construction engineering services to UNICEF Egypt. The consultant will review planned and ongoing infrastructure interventions, prepare and validate technical documentation, support procurement processes, monitor implementation and quality, and provide recommendations to address technical, contractual and implementation risks.
The position aims to strengthen financial inclusion and livelihoods within UNICEF-supported social protection programmes to enhance women’s economic resilience, access to financial services, and sustainable wellbeing outcomes.
Join UNICEF as the Programme Officer (Climate Change and Emergency). You will contribute to the promotion of children’s rights in Armenia by designing, implementing, monitoring and coordinating evidence-based and sustainable climate, disaster risk reduction and emergency programmes in Armenia. You will provide technical guidance and strategic support to strengthen climate resilience, reduce risks to children and communities, enhance emergency preparedness and response, and promote child-sensitive approaches in climate change and disaster risk reduction policies and programmes. Working under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative, you will collaborate closely with relevant sectoral and cross-sectoral colleagues, government counterparts and other partners.
The consultant will be deployed on an on-demand basis depending on programme needs, geographic coverage, urgency and the specific deliverables required. They will be responsible for delivering the agreed content outputs assigned through a pre-mission brief, including pre-production, filming, post-production, and any additional editorial deliverables as required, in coordination with the UNICEF Advocacy & Communications section.
Become the next Field Support Specialist for UNICEF Mexico!We are seeking a qualified Field Support Specialist at the NO-3 level to support UNICEF Mexico’s territorial presence and coordination in the Western region, based in Guadalajara, Jalisco, and covering Jalisco, Michoacán and Guanajuato. If selected, you will contribute to the consolidation of UNICEF’s presence in the region, support integrated programme planning and monitoring, facilitate coordination across programme, communications, partnerships, operations and security functions, and help maintain strategic engagement with state and municipal authorities, civil society, academia, private sector actors, media, influencers, cultural and sports entities, and other key stakeholders.If you have experience in field office coordination, territorial planning, integrated programme delivery, team supervision and multi-stakeholder engagement, and the commitment to help advance the rights of children and adolescents in the Bajío region, apply today!
As a key member of the Country Office, the Reporting Officer (Writer) contributes to advancing results for children, adolescents, and their families by leading the development of high-quality donor reports, funding proposals, and public partnership agreements. Through strategic writing, quality assurance, results-based management (RBM) compliance, and effective coordination with programme and partnership teams, the incumbent supports UNICEF and its partners in achieving resource mobilization and advocacy objectives. In doing so, the Reporting Officer ensures that all written deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, demonstrate measurable results, and are fully aligned with UNICEF’s strategic priorities and commitments in Colombia.
Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Social Sciences, Child Protection, Education and/or management, International Relations, Government, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or another relevant technical field.Work Experience: At minimum 5 years of relevant work experience is required in one or more of the following areas is required: Child Protection, Education, social policy, planning and management or finances Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset. Background/familiarity with emergency is considered as an asset. Relevant experience in an UN system agency or organization is considered an asset.Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Spanish languages is required.
The consultancy will support a rigorous, participatory and decision-oriented review process to generate validated evidence on the extent to which Teaching and Learning Resources (TLR) used from Kindergarten to Basic 6 in Ghana are gender-responsive, inclusive and aligned with national policies and international good practice.
UNICEF DRC is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as a Contracts Officer (NO-B) on a Temporary Appointment (364 days).Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children? If so, we encourage you to apply and become part of an organization that is working every day to protect children's rights and help them reach their full potential.Apply now and be part of something bigger.
UNICEF Croatia CO is looking for a National Coordinator (NOC) to support UNICEF’s country-level engagement within the EU HIC MCO. The Coordinator will provide national technical advice, coordination and contextual analysis for assigned country-level priorities, supporting UNICEF’s strategic cooperation agenda through technical inputs to policy dialogue, evidence-based advocacy, child rights monitoring, partnership follow-up, public finance engagement, knowledge generation, and coordination of UNICEF-supported catalytic initiatives and technical assistance.
Join UNICEF and make tech work for impact! As our Digital Impact Assistant, you’ll keep our team connected and efficient by delivering fast, reliable IT support, ensuring smooth implementation of digital initiatives, and maintaining accurate systems and documentation. Your role helps drive innovation, enhance user experience, and keep communication flowing—so we can focus on what matters most: improving the lives of children worldwide.
Under the supervision of the Communication Specialist (NOC), the Communication Officer provides professional and technical communication support for private sector engagement, fundraising communication, donor stewardship, youth engagement and digital communication initiatives that contribute to the achievement of UNICEF Montenegro's programme, advocacy and resource mobilization objectives. The incumbent contributes to the planning, coordination and implementation of communication activities that strengthen partnerships with the private sector, enhance donor visibility and recognition, support fundraising and supporter engagement, promote meaningful youth participation through the UNICEF Young Reporters initiative, and ensure consistent application of UNICEF communication standards, brand guidelines and partnership requirements.
SHINE, Sustainable Health Investment through National Economists, is a UNICEF approach developed by the Health Economics and Financing Section within the Centre of Excellence for Child Survival and Development, launching on 1 October 2026. It embeds nationally recruited health economists for four years inside government, working alongside the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance on the decisions that determine how children's health is financed: primary health care costing, essential benefit package design, donor transition planning, domestic resource mobilisation, health insurance design, budget advocacy and public financial management and other topics as suitable depending on the context. The founding cohort covers 20 countries across all regions, with 24 funded placements.
The programme is now in its start-up phase, with the first country offices confirmed and recruitment opening country by country. It has a decision memorandum, a strategy paper draft and a set of communication products, but it does not yet have a programme document: a single reference setting out the theory of change, the inputs and outputs, the results architecture, the indicators, the reporting arrangements and the starting point, the risks parameters, partners, future etc… in a form that a country office, an evaluator and a contributing partner can all use.
UNICEF Bulgaria CO is looking for a National Coordinator (NOC) to support UNICEF’s country-level engagement within the EU HIC MCO. The Coordinator will provide national technical advice, coordination and contextual analysis for assigned country-level priorities, supporting UNICEF’s strategic cooperation agenda through technical inputs to policy dialogue, evidence-based advocacy, child rights monitoring, partnership follow-up, public finance engagement, knowledge generation, and coordination of UNICEF-supported catalytic initiatives and technical assistance.
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