The consultant will work closely with UNICEF, the Department of Education (DOE), IPA/J-PAL, local governments, implementing partners, and other stakeholders to develop robust systems for monitoring programme performance, generating and synthesizing evidence, supporting implementation research, and facilitating adaptive management through TLA cycles.
The consultant will provide technical leadership in programme monitoring, evaluation, research, learning, political economy monitoring, and evidence utilization.
S/he will ensure that evidence generated through implementation is systematically used to inform programme adaptation, affordability and cost-effectiveness assessments, scale-readiness reviews, government planning and financing decisions, and pathways for institutionalization and scale-up.
The consultant will also support the development of an evidence-informed implementation model that can be sustainably financed, adopted, and delivered through government systems at scale.
Vacancy for long term agreement (LTA) of Graphic Designers, national consultancies roles. The LTA will be awarded to maximum 5 suitable candidates and the duration of LTA offered will be for 3 years.
Join UNICEF Pacific’s team in Samoa as an Education Specialist (Early Childhood Development) and help ensure every child has the best start in life and access to quality learning opportunities.
Based in Apia, you will support the delivery of Education and Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes across Samoa, Niue, Tokelau and the Cook Islands. Working closely with the Chief of Field Office and the Education team in Suva, you will provide technical and programme management support to advance equitable, inclusive and quality learning for all children.
We are seeking a dedicated professional with experience in education and/or ECD programming. Join a collaborative team working to improve learning outcomes and expand opportunities for children, particularly those who are most vulnerable, disadvantaged and excluded.
Join our team as a Programme Associate and supports the implementation of The Multi-Year Resilience Program, where UNICEF is the Gender Lead Organization, particularly to guarantee articulation of by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor their country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
Si vous souhaitez contribuer activement à améliorer la vie des enfants, rejoignez l’UNICEF en Haïti et participez à nos efforts visant à obtenir des résultats durables pour les enfants et les communautés dans l’ensemble du pays.
UNICEF Haiti is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and results-oriented Programme Associate to join its Child Survival and Development (CSD) team. This role is central to ensuring the effective delivery of programmes that improve child health, nutrition, and overall well-being, strengthening systems and community resilience nationwide.Reporting to the Chief of Child Survival and Development, the Programme Associate will provide specialized programmatic and administrative support to facilitate the design, implementation, and monitoring of UNICEF Haiti’s CSD programmes. The incumbent will support project coordination, partner management, data analysis and reporting, grant and budget monitoring, and the application of digital tools for program efficiency. The role also contributes to performance tracking, knowledge management, and communication activities to enhance collaboration and learning. In addition, the Programme Associate will support the organization of capacity-building initiatives and events, help streamline operational processes, and provide surge assistance as needed to ensure effective, timely, and high-quality program delivery. If you are a proactive professional with strong analytical and coordination skills, a passion for child health and development, and a commitment to advancing UNICEF’s mission for every child, we encourage you to apply.
Join UNICEF Angola as a Programme Associate (G-6) and play a key role in supporting the planning, coordination, monitoring, and implementation of programmes that improve the lives of children and families across Angola. Working closely with programme teams and partners, the incumbent will provide administrative, operational, and coordination support to ensure the effective delivery of programme results, compliance with organizational procedures, and timely reporting.The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong experience in programme or project support, data management, coordination, and stakeholder engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional who is passionate about contributing to UNICEF's mission and making a meaningful impact for children.
FSS Associate Consultant will work closely with the IPM Specialist, the financial management team and the health programme team to support Kwara State Primary Healthcare Development Agency and Kwara State Ministry of Health under the EU Strengthening Access to Reproductive and Adolescent Health (SARAH) grant to strengthen financial management systems.
Within the UNICEF Country Programme and in support of Government of Serbia commitments on Early Childhood Development (ECD), Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC), and child and adolescent mental health, UNICEF has supported systemic reforms across health, education and social protection sectors. Significant progress has been achieved through the expansion of parenting support programmes, family-centred early intervention services, inclusive preschool education, and community-based mental health services, supported by strong intersectoral cooperation and national policy frameworks.
Despite these achievements, challenges remain in ensuring equitable access and quality services for the most vulnerable children and families, particularly Roma, rural, poor households, and children with disabilities. Further strengthening of intersectoral coordination, local service networks, and sustainable system solutions is needed to scale up results.
To support these priorities, UNICEF seeks an individual consultant to strengthen ECI, ECEC and mental health support systems through policy development, intersectoral cooperation, local-level implementation support, and the development of a Model Local Protocol on Intersectoral Cooperation to improve coordinated, accessible and community-based services for children, adolescents and young people. The assignment will contribute to stronger inclusion, wellbeing and support for vulnerable children, adolescents and their families.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office, Abuja, is seeking a passionate and dedicated person to work as People & Culture Associate. We invite applications from highly motivated individuals who are committed to delivering results for children. If you are driven by impact and eager to contribute to UNICEF's mission, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic and dedicated team.
Join UNICEF PFP as a Finance Assistant and contribute to the effective management of financial transactions, donor contributions and funding flows. This role offers the opportunity to apply your finance expertise in a dynamic international environment, supporting accurate financial management and efficient operations that enable UNICEF to deliver results for children.
The overall objective of this assignment is to provide high-level technical assistance and strategic support to UNICEF Algeria and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry (MPI) to advance the implementation of the Algeria Local Production Roadmap and the commitments of the Algiers Declaration. The consultant will support the design, coordination, monitoring, and implementation of priority roadmap actions aimed at strengthening the local production of medicines and health technologies agenda in Algeria, linking these efforts to the broader Africa Strategy.
UNICEF Tajikistan seeks an international consultant to lead the identification and refinement of a child-sensitive climate
investment idea and prepare a technically coherent Green Climate Fund (GCF) Concept Note and supporting pre-feasibility
study. The assignment will align with UNICEF's mandate and current programmes, Tajikistan's climate priorities and the
priorities of the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, in its capacity as
National Designated Authority (NDA), and the applicable GCF investment criteria.
UNICEF’s Office of Strategy and Evidence is seeking a consultant to support the AHEAD initiative in Ethiopia, helping strengthen immunization data quality and analytics to improve decision-making for child and adolescent health. The role involves coordinating with government and partner stakeholders, managing subnational implementation teams, supporting technical analyses, and translating complex data into clear, actionable insights. This is an opportunity to contribute to evidence-based health planning and equitable health outcomes by advancing the use of high-quality immunization data at national and subnational levels.
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support is an institutional priority for UNICEF. Through funding from Wellcome Trust, UNICEF and WHO are jointly developing a child and adolescent mental health accountability mechanism to support the public registration, monitoring and implementation of government commitments.
The UNICEF-WHO Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) Accountability Mechanism is a global initiative to
strengthen accountability for mental health commitments and accelerate progress for children, adolescents and
caregivers worldwide.
By providing a transparent platform to monitor commitments, track implementation, and share progress, the mechanism helps ensure that political commitments lead to meaningful action, investment and improved services.
This consultancy, planned from 15 November 2026 to 14 November 2027, will prioritize the design and development of the UNICEF-WHO CAMH accountability prototype and provide subsequent launch and optimization support. Following the initial prototype and launch milestones, the assignment will provide continuing broader MHPSS design and development support, including platform support, maintenance and related technical improvements across MHPSS digital products through the end of the contract.
The assignment is temporary, time-bound and deliverable-based. Programme requirements beyond 14 November 2027 will be reviewed separately, subject to programme needs, available funding and applicable contracting procedures.
To provide technical and advisory support to the Principal Secretary, State Department for Children Services, to strengthen child protection and child-sensitive social protection systems, policies, and programmes, and to advance child related issues in key national and sectoral priorities.
UNICEF Ukraine is seeking a Social Policy and Recovery Systems Consultant to strengthen the information, analytical tools and documented processes supporting its social policy, social protection and recovery portfolio.
The consultancy will help the Social Policy Section consolidate and use programme and operational information, improve visibility of donor funding and implementation progress, and develop practical recommendations for stronger coordination and decision-making. It will also examine how digital solutions and linkages across social protection, education and health can support accessible services and recovery.
UNICEF and UNDP jointly implement the Programme “Advancing Quality Education and Lifelong Learning Opportunities for All”, funded by the European Union. The overall objective of the Programme is to contribute to human capital development in the Republic of Moldova, improving quality and relevance of education and lifelong learning opportunities for all, for better matching the labour market demands. To achieve this, the Program will target the following specific objectives: Strengthen institutions and system for teacher and school leaders' professional development and support the implementation of education policies to enhance quality of teaching and learning; Improve equitable access for all children to quality education, promoting the development of an inclusive, digital, and resilient education system; Upgrade learning environments through renovation of selected school infrastructures and facilitate the development of the 21st century skills, contributing to better education opportunities for pupils/students and improved efficiency of the school network.
Join UNICEF’s Public Finance for Children (PF4C) Unit within the Child Poverty Centre of Excellence in Amman and help advance equitable and sustainable financing for children worldwide. As a Social Policy Specialist, you will provide technical support to UNICEF offices and partners on child-responsive budgeting, public financial management, fiscal policy, social sector financing, and evidence-based policy reforms. Working with governments, development partners, international financial institutions, and UNICEF country and regional teams, you will contribute to strengthening public systems, building capacity, generating knowledge, and scaling innovative approaches that improve outcomes for children. This is an exciting opportunity to influence policies and investments that help reduce child poverty and accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
The consultant will work closely with UNICEF, the Department of Education (DOE), IPA/J-PAL, local governments, implementing partners, and other stakeholders to develop robust systems for monitoring programme performance, generating and synthesizing evidence, supporting implementation research, and facilitating adaptive management through TLA cycles.
The consultant will provide technical leadership in programme monitoring, evaluation, research, learning, political economy monitoring, and evidence utilization.
S/he will ensure that evidence generated through implementation is systematically used to inform programme adaptation, affordability and cost-effectiveness assessments, scale-readiness reviews, government planning and financing decisions, and pathways for institutionalization and scale-up.
The consultant will also support the development of an evidence-informed implementation model that can be sustainably financed, adopted, and delivered through government systems at scale.
Vacancy for long term agreement (LTA) of Graphic Designers, national consultancies roles. The LTA will be awarded to maximum 5 suitable candidates and the duration of LTA offered will be for 3 years.
Join UNICEF Pacific’s team in Samoa as an Education Specialist (Early Childhood Development) and help ensure every child has the best start in life and access to quality learning opportunities.
Based in Apia, you will support the delivery of Education and Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes across Samoa, Niue, Tokelau and the Cook Islands. Working closely with the Chief of Field Office and the Education team in Suva, you will provide technical and programme management support to advance equitable, inclusive and quality learning for all children.
We are seeking a dedicated professional with experience in education and/or ECD programming. Join a collaborative team working to improve learning outcomes and expand opportunities for children, particularly those who are most vulnerable, disadvantaged and excluded.
Join our team as a Programme Associate and supports the implementation of The Multi-Year Resilience Program, where UNICEF is the Gender Lead Organization, particularly to guarantee articulation of by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor their country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
Si vous souhaitez contribuer activement à améliorer la vie des enfants, rejoignez l’UNICEF en Haïti et participez à nos efforts visant à obtenir des résultats durables pour les enfants et les communautés dans l’ensemble du pays.
UNICEF Haiti is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and results-oriented Programme Associate to join its Child Survival and Development (CSD) team. This role is central to ensuring the effective delivery of programmes that improve child health, nutrition, and overall well-being, strengthening systems and community resilience nationwide.Reporting to the Chief of Child Survival and Development, the Programme Associate will provide specialized programmatic and administrative support to facilitate the design, implementation, and monitoring of UNICEF Haiti’s CSD programmes. The incumbent will support project coordination, partner management, data analysis and reporting, grant and budget monitoring, and the application of digital tools for program efficiency. The role also contributes to performance tracking, knowledge management, and communication activities to enhance collaboration and learning. In addition, the Programme Associate will support the organization of capacity-building initiatives and events, help streamline operational processes, and provide surge assistance as needed to ensure effective, timely, and high-quality program delivery. If you are a proactive professional with strong analytical and coordination skills, a passion for child health and development, and a commitment to advancing UNICEF’s mission for every child, we encourage you to apply.
Join UNICEF Angola as a Programme Associate (G-6) and play a key role in supporting the planning, coordination, monitoring, and implementation of programmes that improve the lives of children and families across Angola. Working closely with programme teams and partners, the incumbent will provide administrative, operational, and coordination support to ensure the effective delivery of programme results, compliance with organizational procedures, and timely reporting.The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong experience in programme or project support, data management, coordination, and stakeholder engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional who is passionate about contributing to UNICEF's mission and making a meaningful impact for children.
FSS Associate Consultant will work closely with the IPM Specialist, the financial management team and the health programme team to support Kwara State Primary Healthcare Development Agency and Kwara State Ministry of Health under the EU Strengthening Access to Reproductive and Adolescent Health (SARAH) grant to strengthen financial management systems.
Within the UNICEF Country Programme and in support of Government of Serbia commitments on Early Childhood Development (ECD), Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC), and child and adolescent mental health, UNICEF has supported systemic reforms across health, education and social protection sectors. Significant progress has been achieved through the expansion of parenting support programmes, family-centred early intervention services, inclusive preschool education, and community-based mental health services, supported by strong intersectoral cooperation and national policy frameworks.
Despite these achievements, challenges remain in ensuring equitable access and quality services for the most vulnerable children and families, particularly Roma, rural, poor households, and children with disabilities. Further strengthening of intersectoral coordination, local service networks, and sustainable system solutions is needed to scale up results.
To support these priorities, UNICEF seeks an individual consultant to strengthen ECI, ECEC and mental health support systems through policy development, intersectoral cooperation, local-level implementation support, and the development of a Model Local Protocol on Intersectoral Cooperation to improve coordinated, accessible and community-based services for children, adolescents and young people. The assignment will contribute to stronger inclusion, wellbeing and support for vulnerable children, adolescents and their families.
UNICEF Nigeria Country Office, Abuja, is seeking a passionate and dedicated person to work as People & Culture Associate. We invite applications from highly motivated individuals who are committed to delivering results for children. If you are driven by impact and eager to contribute to UNICEF's mission, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic and dedicated team.
Join UNICEF PFP as a Finance Assistant and contribute to the effective management of financial transactions, donor contributions and funding flows. This role offers the opportunity to apply your finance expertise in a dynamic international environment, supporting accurate financial management and efficient operations that enable UNICEF to deliver results for children.
The overall objective of this assignment is to provide high-level technical assistance and strategic support to UNICEF Algeria and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry (MPI) to advance the implementation of the Algeria Local Production Roadmap and the commitments of the Algiers Declaration. The consultant will support the design, coordination, monitoring, and implementation of priority roadmap actions aimed at strengthening the local production of medicines and health technologies agenda in Algeria, linking these efforts to the broader Africa Strategy.
UNICEF Tajikistan seeks an international consultant to lead the identification and refinement of a child-sensitive climate
investment idea and prepare a technically coherent Green Climate Fund (GCF) Concept Note and supporting pre-feasibility
study. The assignment will align with UNICEF's mandate and current programmes, Tajikistan's climate priorities and the
priorities of the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, in its capacity as
National Designated Authority (NDA), and the applicable GCF investment criteria.
UNICEF’s Office of Strategy and Evidence is seeking a consultant to support the AHEAD initiative in Ethiopia, helping strengthen immunization data quality and analytics to improve decision-making for child and adolescent health. The role involves coordinating with government and partner stakeholders, managing subnational implementation teams, supporting technical analyses, and translating complex data into clear, actionable insights. This is an opportunity to contribute to evidence-based health planning and equitable health outcomes by advancing the use of high-quality immunization data at national and subnational levels.
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support is an institutional priority for UNICEF. Through funding from Wellcome Trust, UNICEF and WHO are jointly developing a child and adolescent mental health accountability mechanism to support the public registration, monitoring and implementation of government commitments.
The UNICEF-WHO Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) Accountability Mechanism is a global initiative to
strengthen accountability for mental health commitments and accelerate progress for children, adolescents and
caregivers worldwide.
By providing a transparent platform to monitor commitments, track implementation, and share progress, the mechanism helps ensure that political commitments lead to meaningful action, investment and improved services.
This consultancy, planned from 15 November 2026 to 14 November 2027, will prioritize the design and development of the UNICEF-WHO CAMH accountability prototype and provide subsequent launch and optimization support. Following the initial prototype and launch milestones, the assignment will provide continuing broader MHPSS design and development support, including platform support, maintenance and related technical improvements across MHPSS digital products through the end of the contract.
The assignment is temporary, time-bound and deliverable-based. Programme requirements beyond 14 November 2027 will be reviewed separately, subject to programme needs, available funding and applicable contracting procedures.
To provide technical and advisory support to the Principal Secretary, State Department for Children Services, to strengthen child protection and child-sensitive social protection systems, policies, and programmes, and to advance child related issues in key national and sectoral priorities.
UNICEF Ukraine is seeking a Social Policy and Recovery Systems Consultant to strengthen the information, analytical tools and documented processes supporting its social policy, social protection and recovery portfolio.
The consultancy will help the Social Policy Section consolidate and use programme and operational information, improve visibility of donor funding and implementation progress, and develop practical recommendations for stronger coordination and decision-making. It will also examine how digital solutions and linkages across social protection, education and health can support accessible services and recovery.
UNICEF and UNDP jointly implement the Programme “Advancing Quality Education and Lifelong Learning Opportunities for All”, funded by the European Union. The overall objective of the Programme is to contribute to human capital development in the Republic of Moldova, improving quality and relevance of education and lifelong learning opportunities for all, for better matching the labour market demands. To achieve this, the Program will target the following specific objectives: Strengthen institutions and system for teacher and school leaders' professional development and support the implementation of education policies to enhance quality of teaching and learning; Improve equitable access for all children to quality education, promoting the development of an inclusive, digital, and resilient education system; Upgrade learning environments through renovation of selected school infrastructures and facilitate the development of the 21st century skills, contributing to better education opportunities for pupils/students and improved efficiency of the school network.
Join UNICEF’s Public Finance for Children (PF4C) Unit within the Child Poverty Centre of Excellence in Amman and help advance equitable and sustainable financing for children worldwide. As a Social Policy Specialist, you will provide technical support to UNICEF offices and partners on child-responsive budgeting, public financial management, fiscal policy, social sector financing, and evidence-based policy reforms. Working with governments, development partners, international financial institutions, and UNICEF country and regional teams, you will contribute to strengthening public systems, building capacity, generating knowledge, and scaling innovative approaches that improve outcomes for children. This is an exciting opportunity to influence policies and investments that help reduce child poverty and accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
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