The role is accountable for end-to-end payroll operations, including simulations, error resolution, off-cycle runs, retroactive adjustments, and separation payments—as well as the Separation from Service, Pension & Health Insurance Administration including - interpretation and approval of HR entitlements and benefits. In addition, the incumbent provides expert guidance to management and staff on HR policies, supervises team members, delivers training, and drives process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality.
Under the supervision of the ICT Officer (P2) in the Rome CSC who manages customer services, the incumbent will ensure that the right people and devices have the appropriate access to the right resources at the right time, thereby securing organizational data, maintaining regulatory compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency. This role is a vital component of the UNICEF Rome’s overall cybersecurity posture, acting as a gatekeeper for digital identities.
Under the supervision of the ICT Officer (P2) who manages customer services in the Rome CSC, the incumbent will ensure the seamless and efficient use of technology in planning, executing, and evaluating events and meetings. This role is vital for maximizing engagement, streamlining operations, managing content effectively, and minimizing technical disruptions.
Under the supervision of the Digital Impact Specialist (P3), the incumbent will ensure the efficient and high-quality delivery of ICT technical services and support by overseeing support staff, managing ticket lifecycles, and tracking performance metrics. The main purpose is to maintain high customer satisfaction, optimize service workflows, act as the escalation point for critical issues, and train staff to meet organization standards. The role will also provide a general guidance and supervisory role to Digital Impact Associates.
Under the supervision of the Digital Impact Specialist (P3), the incumbent will design, build, manage, and monitor the essential hardware (firewalls, routers, switches, etc.) and related software (security, operating systems, etc.) that form an organization's digital backbone, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient data flow to support business operations, communication, and growth. The incumbent will keep the digital environment running smoothly by handling everything from initial setup and configuration to ongoing performance monitoring, security enforcement, troubleshooting, and planning for future needs. The role will also provide a general guidance and supervisory role to a Digital Impact Associate.
Under the supervision of the Chief PFP-ICT (P5) with a dotted line to Operations Manager (P4), the incumbent will act as the crucial bridge between operational ICT support staff and the business, including management, and coordinate the overall ICT services in Rome. It is responsible for directing, supporting, quality assuring, and managing the day-to-day performance of ICT services. It ensures systems and services are available, stable, secure, and aligned with business needs while mentoring ICT staff and managing technical projects.
Shape global solutions for children affected by forced displacement. UNICEF is seeking a Child Protection Specialist (Migration, Displacement & Learning) to lead learning, evidence generation and knowledge exchange across its flagship PROSPECTS Partnership and global migration and displacement programming. Based in Nairobi within UNICEF’s Global Programme Division, this role offers a unique opportunity to influence policy dialogue, strengthen partnerships, and scale child‑centred solutions across regions. Join a dynamic, multi‑agency environment and help transform learning into action for children on the move.
Join UNICEF’s Global Programme Division to strengthen the financial backbone of our global immunization work. As Programme Budget Specialist, you will support effective planning, allocation and monitoring of health and immunization resources, with a strong focus on multi‑country and non‑Gavi grants. You will drive budget oversight, grant performance tracking, KPI monitoring, and high‑quality donor financial reporting, ensuring transparency and timely implementation across HQ, Regional and Country Offices. This role is ideal for someone who excels in financial analysis, dashboarding, and cross‑functional coordination, and is motivated by improving systems that help deliver results for children at scale.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for talented personnel to support conceptualizing, designing, and producing visually engaging short videos, reels, animations, infographics, and other creative assets that bring UNICEF’s programmes, advocacy messages, and youth initiatives across digital platforms.
Support global action for better nutrition outcomes for children and women. UNICEF is recruiting a Programme & Planning Specialist (P‑3) to strengthen programme planning, performance monitoring, and knowledge management within its Child Nutrition and Development team. Based in Nairobi within UNICEF’s Global Programme Division, this role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of global strategy and country implementation—supporting technical assistance, partnerships, and evidence‑driven decision‑making to advance UNICEF’s Nutrition Strategy 2030 and deliver results at scale.
UNICEF Quetta Office is seeking for a highly experienced, knowledgeable, and dynamic individual to take on the Immunization Officer (Urban) role at the NOB level and join the health team on a temporary appointment.
India Country office is seeking an experienced Education Officer responsible for supporting the design, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of education programmes within the country context, providing technical and administrative assistance to achieve results. The role focuses on improving equitable and inclusive learning outcomes, particularly for marginalized and disadvantaged children, in alignment with results-based management approaches, UNICEF strategic plans, and accountability standards.
The purpose of the consultancy is to support country offices and partners to identify and assess relationships between sources of environmental lead exposure and blood lead levels.
The UNICEF Strategic Plan has elevated action on climate change and environmental degradation as an organizational priority, to be integrated throughout UNICEF programmes. To concretize this, UNICEF HQ is implementing its global Healthy Environments for Healthy Children (HEHC) programme framework in over 20 countries. To mobilize collection action, UNICEF and partners have founded a Children’s Environmental Health Collaborative to protect child health and development from the impact of climate change and environmental degradation.
Lead exposure is a silent but devastating environmental health issue, with far-reaching consequences for children's health and development. An estimated 1 in 3 children globally have blood lead levels that are of significant concern, contributing to an estimated 1.5 million deaths annually. In response to this crisis, the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future was launched in September 2024 by UNICEF, in collaboration with USAID, UNEP, WHO, the World Bank, Open Philanthropy, and other key stakeholders. The Partnership is the first-ever global, public-private coalition focused on ending childhood lead poisoning in LMICs by 2040. This initiative brings together governments, civil society, and the private sector to champion country-led efforts to eliminate lead from consumer products, improve industrial practices, and enforce lead mitigation standards. The Partnership for a Lead-Free Future is an accelerator partnership of UNICEF’s HEHC and is linked to the Children’s Environmental Health Collaborative.
Sous la supervision de la Représentante, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la Représentation dans la gestion, l’organisation et la valorisation des connaissances, ainsi que dans la mise en œuvre de ses activités de communication, de suivi et de coordination, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de l’enfant.
The Representative serves as the accredited representative of UNICEF in the country and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Government to develop the framework of cooperation in the country and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF Country Programme of Cooperation in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies.
As head of a medium size Country Office, the Representative is responsible for providing leadership and vision to the UNICEF Country Office team in managing and leveraging resources for the achievement of results and realization of the rights of children. The Representative leads and oversees the various programme sectors and operations teams ensuring delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity. The Representative is accountable for upholding UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability, and ensuring the establishment and maintenance of a non-discriminatory, inclusive and nurturing working environment for all staff and personnel, to enable them to effectively and efficiently deliver high-quality results for children.
The Legal Affairs Specialist will provide legal advice to internal clients on UNICEF’s arrangements with private sector and other partners, digital and other service providers and partners, and data, as well as supporting other business units globally on a broad spectrum of legal matters ranging from commercial contracts, disputes, and institutional matters. The Legal Affairs Specialist will report to the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist who reports to the Chief Legal Counsel.
Under the supervision and guidance of Planning and Partnerships Officer, the Programme Associate (G‑6) role provides a broad range of administrative, operational, and procedural support to support the delivery of the above-mentioned programmes, . Working as a hub of three Programme Assistants, the incumbents are expected to facilitate the implementation, monitoring, and delivery of programme results by ensuring timely and effective execution of tasks aligned with UNICEF rules and regulations. This requires them to liaise regularly with multiple units within the office —Programme sections, Operations, Finance, Supply—and with external partners (government ministries, NGOs, donors).
The consultant will be responsible for providing technical support to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation health emergencies prevention, preparedness and response activities on the ground. The consultant will support other UNICEF-supported activities across RBC divisions. This encompasses both direct programme work with government and support to teams working on health, nutrition and HIV.
The consultancy aims to provide specialized PCI DSS technical support, guide the design and implementation of PCI compliant solutions, support Country Offices throughout their compliance journey, and strengthen UNICEF’s global PCI governance, vendor engagement, and architecture alignment.
The role is accountable for end-to-end payroll operations, including simulations, error resolution, off-cycle runs, retroactive adjustments, and separation payments—as well as the Separation from Service, Pension & Health Insurance Administration including - interpretation and approval of HR entitlements and benefits. In addition, the incumbent provides expert guidance to management and staff on HR policies, supervises team members, delivers training, and drives process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality.
Under the supervision of the ICT Officer (P2) in the Rome CSC who manages customer services, the incumbent will ensure that the right people and devices have the appropriate access to the right resources at the right time, thereby securing organizational data, maintaining regulatory compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency. This role is a vital component of the UNICEF Rome’s overall cybersecurity posture, acting as a gatekeeper for digital identities.
Under the supervision of the ICT Officer (P2) who manages customer services in the Rome CSC, the incumbent will ensure the seamless and efficient use of technology in planning, executing, and evaluating events and meetings. This role is vital for maximizing engagement, streamlining operations, managing content effectively, and minimizing technical disruptions.
Under the supervision of the Digital Impact Specialist (P3), the incumbent will ensure the efficient and high-quality delivery of ICT technical services and support by overseeing support staff, managing ticket lifecycles, and tracking performance metrics. The main purpose is to maintain high customer satisfaction, optimize service workflows, act as the escalation point for critical issues, and train staff to meet organization standards. The role will also provide a general guidance and supervisory role to Digital Impact Associates.
Under the supervision of the Digital Impact Specialist (P3), the incumbent will design, build, manage, and monitor the essential hardware (firewalls, routers, switches, etc.) and related software (security, operating systems, etc.) that form an organization's digital backbone, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient data flow to support business operations, communication, and growth. The incumbent will keep the digital environment running smoothly by handling everything from initial setup and configuration to ongoing performance monitoring, security enforcement, troubleshooting, and planning for future needs. The role will also provide a general guidance and supervisory role to a Digital Impact Associate.
Under the supervision of the Chief PFP-ICT (P5) with a dotted line to Operations Manager (P4), the incumbent will act as the crucial bridge between operational ICT support staff and the business, including management, and coordinate the overall ICT services in Rome. It is responsible for directing, supporting, quality assuring, and managing the day-to-day performance of ICT services. It ensures systems and services are available, stable, secure, and aligned with business needs while mentoring ICT staff and managing technical projects.
Shape global solutions for children affected by forced displacement. UNICEF is seeking a Child Protection Specialist (Migration, Displacement & Learning) to lead learning, evidence generation and knowledge exchange across its flagship PROSPECTS Partnership and global migration and displacement programming. Based in Nairobi within UNICEF’s Global Programme Division, this role offers a unique opportunity to influence policy dialogue, strengthen partnerships, and scale child‑centred solutions across regions. Join a dynamic, multi‑agency environment and help transform learning into action for children on the move.
Join UNICEF’s Global Programme Division to strengthen the financial backbone of our global immunization work. As Programme Budget Specialist, you will support effective planning, allocation and monitoring of health and immunization resources, with a strong focus on multi‑country and non‑Gavi grants. You will drive budget oversight, grant performance tracking, KPI monitoring, and high‑quality donor financial reporting, ensuring transparency and timely implementation across HQ, Regional and Country Offices. This role is ideal for someone who excels in financial analysis, dashboarding, and cross‑functional coordination, and is motivated by improving systems that help deliver results for children at scale.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for talented personnel to support conceptualizing, designing, and producing visually engaging short videos, reels, animations, infographics, and other creative assets that bring UNICEF’s programmes, advocacy messages, and youth initiatives across digital platforms.
Support global action for better nutrition outcomes for children and women. UNICEF is recruiting a Programme & Planning Specialist (P‑3) to strengthen programme planning, performance monitoring, and knowledge management within its Child Nutrition and Development team. Based in Nairobi within UNICEF’s Global Programme Division, this role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of global strategy and country implementation—supporting technical assistance, partnerships, and evidence‑driven decision‑making to advance UNICEF’s Nutrition Strategy 2030 and deliver results at scale.
UNICEF Quetta Office is seeking for a highly experienced, knowledgeable, and dynamic individual to take on the Immunization Officer (Urban) role at the NOB level and join the health team on a temporary appointment.
India Country office is seeking an experienced Education Officer responsible for supporting the design, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of education programmes within the country context, providing technical and administrative assistance to achieve results. The role focuses on improving equitable and inclusive learning outcomes, particularly for marginalized and disadvantaged children, in alignment with results-based management approaches, UNICEF strategic plans, and accountability standards.
The purpose of the consultancy is to support country offices and partners to identify and assess relationships between sources of environmental lead exposure and blood lead levels.
The UNICEF Strategic Plan has elevated action on climate change and environmental degradation as an organizational priority, to be integrated throughout UNICEF programmes. To concretize this, UNICEF HQ is implementing its global Healthy Environments for Healthy Children (HEHC) programme framework in over 20 countries. To mobilize collection action, UNICEF and partners have founded a Children’s Environmental Health Collaborative to protect child health and development from the impact of climate change and environmental degradation.
Lead exposure is a silent but devastating environmental health issue, with far-reaching consequences for children's health and development. An estimated 1 in 3 children globally have blood lead levels that are of significant concern, contributing to an estimated 1.5 million deaths annually. In response to this crisis, the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future was launched in September 2024 by UNICEF, in collaboration with USAID, UNEP, WHO, the World Bank, Open Philanthropy, and other key stakeholders. The Partnership is the first-ever global, public-private coalition focused on ending childhood lead poisoning in LMICs by 2040. This initiative brings together governments, civil society, and the private sector to champion country-led efforts to eliminate lead from consumer products, improve industrial practices, and enforce lead mitigation standards. The Partnership for a Lead-Free Future is an accelerator partnership of UNICEF’s HEHC and is linked to the Children’s Environmental Health Collaborative.
Sous la supervision de la Représentante, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la Représentation dans la gestion, l’organisation et la valorisation des connaissances, ainsi que dans la mise en œuvre de ses activités de communication, de suivi et de coordination, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de l’enfant.
The Representative serves as the accredited representative of UNICEF in the country and reports to the Regional Director for general direction and oversight. The Representative is responsible for establishing dialogue with the Government to develop the framework of cooperation in the country and for working closely and collaboratively with the Government and national institutions, stakeholders and partners, to develop the Government-UNICEF Country Programme of Cooperation in active support of efforts to advance children’s rights as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, other international treaties/frameworks, the SDGs, and UN intergovernmental bodies.
As head of a medium size Country Office, the Representative is responsible for providing leadership and vision to the UNICEF Country Office team in managing and leveraging resources for the achievement of results and realization of the rights of children. The Representative leads and oversees the various programme sectors and operations teams ensuring delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity. The Representative is accountable for upholding UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability, and ensuring the establishment and maintenance of a non-discriminatory, inclusive and nurturing working environment for all staff and personnel, to enable them to effectively and efficiently deliver high-quality results for children.
The Legal Affairs Specialist will provide legal advice to internal clients on UNICEF’s arrangements with private sector and other partners, digital and other service providers and partners, and data, as well as supporting other business units globally on a broad spectrum of legal matters ranging from commercial contracts, disputes, and institutional matters. The Legal Affairs Specialist will report to the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist who reports to the Chief Legal Counsel.
Under the supervision and guidance of Planning and Partnerships Officer, the Programme Associate (G‑6) role provides a broad range of administrative, operational, and procedural support to support the delivery of the above-mentioned programmes, . Working as a hub of three Programme Assistants, the incumbents are expected to facilitate the implementation, monitoring, and delivery of programme results by ensuring timely and effective execution of tasks aligned with UNICEF rules and regulations. This requires them to liaise regularly with multiple units within the office —Programme sections, Operations, Finance, Supply—and with external partners (government ministries, NGOs, donors).
The consultant will be responsible for providing technical support to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation health emergencies prevention, preparedness and response activities on the ground. The consultant will support other UNICEF-supported activities across RBC divisions. This encompasses both direct programme work with government and support to teams working on health, nutrition and HIV.
The consultancy aims to provide specialized PCI DSS technical support, guide the design and implementation of PCI compliant solutions, support Country Offices throughout their compliance journey, and strengthen UNICEF’s global PCI governance, vendor engagement, and architecture alignment.
