UNICEF’s fundamental mission is to uphold the rights of every child, everywhere. Guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Sustainable Development Goals, as well as the UNICEF Strategic Plan 2026–2029, the education programme offer is designed to ensure that every child and adolescent has access to quality, inclusive, and resilient learning opportunities. It prioritises three key transitions in a child’s learning journey: readiness for school, acquisition of foundational and transferable skills, and preparation for life and work. These transitions underpin UNICEF’s focus on equitable access, improved learning outcomes, and continuity of education in emergencies and fragile contexts.
UNICEF, jointly with UN agencies and relevant national partners, is implementing several initiatives with a focus on social and behaviour change. The interventions cover such areas as WASH in schools and inclusive education.
Planned interventions include development and implementation of evidence-based Social and Behaviour Change Communication solutions that include production of visuals, PSAs, mini-series, and others. All communication products need to be produced in close collaboration with relevant partners and pre-tested with engagement of target audience.
For the implementation of the above activities, UNICEF is seeking the services of a local consultant to support timely production and dissemination of communication products, including but not limited to liaison with national partners and subject experts, coordinating the collaboration with relevant stakeholders, external vendors, and to perform a quality control and overall coordination of envisaged communication solutions.
UNICEF is seeking a Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection Systems) based in Nairobi to support the expansion of inclusive, child-sensitive and shock-resilient social protection systems. The role contributes to UNICEF’s Strategic Plan by strengthening national systems through technical assistance, capacity development, policy advice, and knowledge management. Working within the Global Programme Division, the Specialist will support Country and Regional Offices and their partners, with a particular focus on Sub‑Saharan Africa, to improve programme design, implementation, and monitoring. The position also engages with regional and global partners to advance policy reform, evidence generation, and partnerships that enhance equitable access to social protection for children and families.
The Comoros Country Office operates in a remote, and operationally complex environment, characterized by the recurrence of cyclical humanitarian crises alongside ongoing development programming, requiring sustained agility, adaptability, and responsiveness in workforce planning and delivery. The context is further influenced by a constrained local labour market, as well as broader socio-economic dynamics that may affect workforce sustainability and staff wellbeing over time. In parallel, the transition to a multi-country office (MCO) configuration calls for enhanced coordination, collaboration, and strategic alignment across locations.
Under the supervision of the Adolescent Development Manager and in collaboration with the Education and skills building UNV, the Skills building consultant will provide technical support to the Skills building and Job Orientation programme for Unaccompanied children and young refugees and migrants.
The Supply and Logistics Associate performs highly skilled work on UNICEF supply chains, and manages the more complex cases and client requests, which frequently requires the evaluation of difficult situations and adaptation of procedures and processes to resolve such cases. The function is characterized as highly independent and provides opportunities for Associates to lead and carry out responsibility for end-to-end supply chain management from the beginning to the end of the process and provide input into the design and development of improved supply chain services and delivery mechanisms.
To support UNICEF Venezuela and Ministry of Health counterparts in planning, coordinating, implementing and monitoring integrated outreach and primary health care (PHC) activities for earthquake-affected populations in Capital District, La Guaira, Miranda, Aragua, Carabobo, Yaracuy, and Falcón, ensuring equitable access to essential health services and strengthening community engagement during the emergency response.
By being the Chief Social Policy you will report to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. You will be responsible for leading, managing and supervising all stages of Economic and Social Policy programming and related advocacy, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. This includes programmes aimed at improving (a) public policies to reduce monetary and multidimensional child poverty; (b) inclusive, shock-responsive social protection systems and programmes; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments, domestic financing and financial management; (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services, and (e) livelihoods and economic opportunities as per new UNICEF Strategic Plan. This encompasses both direct programme work with government (central and at subnational levels), international financial institutions, development partners, and civil society partners, as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, nutrition, child protection, and water and sanitation.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is seeking a qualified trainer to design and deliver a competency based AI training program focused on Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) and Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE). The program aims to strengthen participants’ practical skills in leveraging AI for content development, program implementation, and facilitation, enabling more effective and impactful SBC and RCCE interventions.
UNICEF is seeking experienced consultants to help countries identify and reach zero-dose and under-vaccinated children by conducting coverage and equity assessments, developing targeted immunization strategies, and strengthening integrated health services. Consultants will provide technical expertise to reduce immunization inequities, improve routine vaccination systems, and support sustainable, data-driven solutions for underserved populations, including those in remote, urban, and humanitarian settings.
The consultancy aims to assess the feasibility of institutionalizing Busca Ativa Escolar as a national public policy and, if deemed viable, to develop a detailed implementation roadmap outlining the steps, resources, stakeholders, and governance arrangements required to support its adoption and implementation. This study will serve as an internal UNICEF document to guide advocacy efforts and inform planning for the next Country Programme.
As part of its efforts to support the coordination of foundational learning in Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Education,
through the Director of Basic Education, has requested UNICEF to support the development of the FLN Policy for Nigeria.
This will build on the identified gaps in the FLN Landscape analysis and other evidence on FLN implementation across the
states. The consultant will also work with FME, State governments, and partners to map the number and location of nonformal learning centers.
UNICEF’s Global Shared Services Centre in Budapest is recruiting highly dedicated individuals for the process support role, for business process improvement, knowledge sharing, technical and process training, and engagement with key stakeholders. This covers both technical and functional areas for the Recruitment Administration Services (RAS) stream for the efficient implementation of a broad range of Human Resources functions ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF HR rules and regulations.
The UNICEF MENA Regional Office is looking for a dedicated Emergency Specialist (Planning and Reporting), at P-3 level, for a duration of 7 months. The projected start date is 01 September 2026 and until 31 March 2027.
We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated person to support the continuous improvement and effective use of EPP 3.0 through functional testing, issue documentation, user support and preparedness-related activities. The intern will contribute to platform quality by identifying bugs, validating new functionality, supporting the translation of user feedback into Product Backlog Items (PBIs), and assisting with testing and operational support to ensure the platform continues to meet UNICEF's preparedness needs.
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for executing a broad variety of routine regular administrative transactional tasks and some specialized responsibilities for the respective section/office, requiring thorough knowledge of UNICEF administrative procedures, processes and policies.
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the incumbent is accountable for delivery of efficient and cost-effective administrative support services, providing guidance for operations of administrative support services and management of administrative staff. Ensures the office’s administrative operations and services are in compliance with the organization's administrative policy, procedures, rules and regulations.
Venezuela is currently responding to a major earthquake emergency in its central-northern region, and UNICEF is looking for an experienced Emergency Specialist ready to make a real difference on the ground. This is a opportunity to lead emergency preparedness and response efforts at the heart of the operation — from rapid needs assessments and coordination with Government, UN agencies and NGOs, to mobilizing resources and ensuring life-saving assistance reaches children and families when they need it most. If you thrive under pressure, bring proven field experience from complex emergencies, and want your work to translate directly into impact for the most vulnerable children, this is your moment. Join a dedicated team already on the ground in Venezuela and help shape the next phase of this critical response.
The Senior Advisor (Economic & Social Policy and Gender Equality) provides strategic leadership to integrate gender equality and adolescent girls' empowerment into economic and social policies, particularly in areas like child poverty reduction and social protection. Through policy advisory, thought leadership, capacity building, and accountability to the Gender Action Plan, the role ensures gender-sensitive approaches are embedded across UNICEF’s programming and partnerships.
UNICEF’s fundamental mission is to uphold the rights of every child, everywhere. Guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Sustainable Development Goals, as well as the UNICEF Strategic Plan 2026–2029, the education programme offer is designed to ensure that every child and adolescent has access to quality, inclusive, and resilient learning opportunities. It prioritises three key transitions in a child’s learning journey: readiness for school, acquisition of foundational and transferable skills, and preparation for life and work. These transitions underpin UNICEF’s focus on equitable access, improved learning outcomes, and continuity of education in emergencies and fragile contexts.
UNICEF, jointly with UN agencies and relevant national partners, is implementing several initiatives with a focus on social and behaviour change. The interventions cover such areas as WASH in schools and inclusive education.
Planned interventions include development and implementation of evidence-based Social and Behaviour Change Communication solutions that include production of visuals, PSAs, mini-series, and others. All communication products need to be produced in close collaboration with relevant partners and pre-tested with engagement of target audience.
For the implementation of the above activities, UNICEF is seeking the services of a local consultant to support timely production and dissemination of communication products, including but not limited to liaison with national partners and subject experts, coordinating the collaboration with relevant stakeholders, external vendors, and to perform a quality control and overall coordination of envisaged communication solutions.
UNICEF is seeking a Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection Systems) based in Nairobi to support the expansion of inclusive, child-sensitive and shock-resilient social protection systems. The role contributes to UNICEF’s Strategic Plan by strengthening national systems through technical assistance, capacity development, policy advice, and knowledge management. Working within the Global Programme Division, the Specialist will support Country and Regional Offices and their partners, with a particular focus on Sub‑Saharan Africa, to improve programme design, implementation, and monitoring. The position also engages with regional and global partners to advance policy reform, evidence generation, and partnerships that enhance equitable access to social protection for children and families.
The Comoros Country Office operates in a remote, and operationally complex environment, characterized by the recurrence of cyclical humanitarian crises alongside ongoing development programming, requiring sustained agility, adaptability, and responsiveness in workforce planning and delivery. The context is further influenced by a constrained local labour market, as well as broader socio-economic dynamics that may affect workforce sustainability and staff wellbeing over time. In parallel, the transition to a multi-country office (MCO) configuration calls for enhanced coordination, collaboration, and strategic alignment across locations.
Under the supervision of the Adolescent Development Manager and in collaboration with the Education and skills building UNV, the Skills building consultant will provide technical support to the Skills building and Job Orientation programme for Unaccompanied children and young refugees and migrants.
The Supply and Logistics Associate performs highly skilled work on UNICEF supply chains, and manages the more complex cases and client requests, which frequently requires the evaluation of difficult situations and adaptation of procedures and processes to resolve such cases. The function is characterized as highly independent and provides opportunities for Associates to lead and carry out responsibility for end-to-end supply chain management from the beginning to the end of the process and provide input into the design and development of improved supply chain services and delivery mechanisms.
To support UNICEF Venezuela and Ministry of Health counterparts in planning, coordinating, implementing and monitoring integrated outreach and primary health care (PHC) activities for earthquake-affected populations in Capital District, La Guaira, Miranda, Aragua, Carabobo, Yaracuy, and Falcón, ensuring equitable access to essential health services and strengthening community engagement during the emergency response.
By being the Chief Social Policy you will report to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. You will be responsible for leading, managing and supervising all stages of Economic and Social Policy programming and related advocacy, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. This includes programmes aimed at improving (a) public policies to reduce monetary and multidimensional child poverty; (b) inclusive, shock-responsive social protection systems and programmes; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments, domestic financing and financial management; (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services, and (e) livelihoods and economic opportunities as per new UNICEF Strategic Plan. This encompasses both direct programme work with government (central and at subnational levels), international financial institutions, development partners, and civil society partners, as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, nutrition, child protection, and water and sanitation.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is seeking a qualified trainer to design and deliver a competency based AI training program focused on Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) and Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE). The program aims to strengthen participants’ practical skills in leveraging AI for content development, program implementation, and facilitation, enabling more effective and impactful SBC and RCCE interventions.
UNICEF is seeking experienced consultants to help countries identify and reach zero-dose and under-vaccinated children by conducting coverage and equity assessments, developing targeted immunization strategies, and strengthening integrated health services. Consultants will provide technical expertise to reduce immunization inequities, improve routine vaccination systems, and support sustainable, data-driven solutions for underserved populations, including those in remote, urban, and humanitarian settings.
The consultancy aims to assess the feasibility of institutionalizing Busca Ativa Escolar as a national public policy and, if deemed viable, to develop a detailed implementation roadmap outlining the steps, resources, stakeholders, and governance arrangements required to support its adoption and implementation. This study will serve as an internal UNICEF document to guide advocacy efforts and inform planning for the next Country Programme.
As part of its efforts to support the coordination of foundational learning in Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Education,
through the Director of Basic Education, has requested UNICEF to support the development of the FLN Policy for Nigeria.
This will build on the identified gaps in the FLN Landscape analysis and other evidence on FLN implementation across the
states. The consultant will also work with FME, State governments, and partners to map the number and location of nonformal learning centers.
UNICEF’s Global Shared Services Centre in Budapest is recruiting highly dedicated individuals for the process support role, for business process improvement, knowledge sharing, technical and process training, and engagement with key stakeholders. This covers both technical and functional areas for the Recruitment Administration Services (RAS) stream for the efficient implementation of a broad range of Human Resources functions ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF HR rules and regulations.
The UNICEF MENA Regional Office is looking for a dedicated Emergency Specialist (Planning and Reporting), at P-3 level, for a duration of 7 months. The projected start date is 01 September 2026 and until 31 March 2027.
We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated person to support the continuous improvement and effective use of EPP 3.0 through functional testing, issue documentation, user support and preparedness-related activities. The intern will contribute to platform quality by identifying bugs, validating new functionality, supporting the translation of user feedback into Product Backlog Items (PBIs), and assisting with testing and operational support to ensure the platform continues to meet UNICEF's preparedness needs.
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for executing a broad variety of routine regular administrative transactional tasks and some specialized responsibilities for the respective section/office, requiring thorough knowledge of UNICEF administrative procedures, processes and policies.
Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the incumbent is accountable for delivery of efficient and cost-effective administrative support services, providing guidance for operations of administrative support services and management of administrative staff. Ensures the office’s administrative operations and services are in compliance with the organization's administrative policy, procedures, rules and regulations.
Venezuela is currently responding to a major earthquake emergency in its central-northern region, and UNICEF is looking for an experienced Emergency Specialist ready to make a real difference on the ground. This is a opportunity to lead emergency preparedness and response efforts at the heart of the operation — from rapid needs assessments and coordination with Government, UN agencies and NGOs, to mobilizing resources and ensuring life-saving assistance reaches children and families when they need it most. If you thrive under pressure, bring proven field experience from complex emergencies, and want your work to translate directly into impact for the most vulnerable children, this is your moment. Join a dedicated team already on the ground in Venezuela and help shape the next phase of this critical response.
The Senior Advisor (Economic & Social Policy and Gender Equality) provides strategic leadership to integrate gender equality and adolescent girls' empowerment into economic and social policies, particularly in areas like child poverty reduction and social protection. Through policy advisory, thought leadership, capacity building, and accountability to the Gender Action Plan, the role ensures gender-sensitive approaches are embedded across UNICEF’s programming and partnerships.
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