In April 2021, UNICEF Sudan Country Office (SCO) launched a new Mother and Child Cash Transfer Plus (MCCT+) in two eastern states of Kassala and Red Sea States, with the funding support from KfW/BMZ. MCCT+ is an integrated social protection programme for pregnant women and children during the first 1,000 days of life. MCCT+ builds on UNICEF’s ongoing support to primary health care (PHC) facilities which serve as the platforms for an integrated package of services and support to vulnerable women and children. The programme is expected to contribute to a reduction in child and maternal mortality and malnutrition through improved family practices and access to essential services for to first 1,000 days of life. To date, the MCCT+ programme has successfully enrolled approximately 52,000 women benefiting 312,600 individuals in 4 localities in Kassala and 5 localities in Red Sea state. In early 2024, UNICEF will expand the programme to reach an additional 30,000 pregnant women in additional states. In this expansion, UNICEF will collect data through KoboCollect and import this data into HOPE, UNICEF’s management information system for humanitarian cash programme operations. The incumbent of this post will be responsible for delivering timely beneficiary data management services while upholding UNICEF data protection policies.
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.
This consultancy supports UNICEF Egypt’s “Nourishing Futures” programme (2025–2030) by engaging a Gender Expert to conduct a comprehensive Gender-Based Analysis Plus to strengthen gender equality outcomes across maternal and girls’ nutrition interventions.
Under the supervision of the SBC Specialist – Girls’ Empowerment, the intern will support the design, coordination, and documentation of initiatives that contribute to advancing these objectives and improving outcomes for adolescent girls.
If you are a dynamic communication young professional, read on. UNICEF Syria is seeking a dynamic Communication Officer to join a dedicated team working for children across the country. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, build strong partnerships, and can effectively communicate impactful stories and results to diverse audiences, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference. Apply now to be part of UNICEF’s mission for every child. UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates and people with disabilities, including neurodivergence are encouraged to apply.
Social Policy Officer (Disability Inclusion), NOB, Temporary Appointment vacancy in Yangon duty station, UNICEF, Myanmar. The position will report to a Social Policy Specialist. Interested Myanmar national applicants with relevant qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.
UNICEF Papua New Guinea is looking for national and international consultants to produce emotionally resonant and impactful videos, graphics and animations that tell the stories of children and communities supported by UNICEF.
UNICEF Papua New Guinea is looking for international consultants to write a wide range of content, including reports, articles, 1-2 pagers, brochures, case studies, fact sheets and other products to engage audiences in child rights and UNICEF’s work for children.
UNICEF Ukraine seeks to engage an external facilitator to design and deliver a contextualized, practice-oriented training for programme staff, aimed at operationalizing the shift from service delivery to systems and strengthening impact, coherence, and scale across the recovery programme.
UNICEF’s Generation Unlimited (GenU) is seeking dynamic interns to support its global efforts to empower young people through meaningful engagement, entrepreneurship, and innovative solutions. Interns will contribute to key areas such as advancing youth engagement strategies, supporting youth-led initiatives, organizing entrepreneurship activities, and developing advocacy and knowledge products. They may also support global portfolio development, strategic planning for 2026–2029, and knowledge sharing across country offices and youth networks. Across both roles, interns will collaborate with programme teams and partners, conduct research on emerging youth trends, and provide coordination and administrative support. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in global programme development, youth advocacy, and partnerships while contributing to impactful initiatives that elevate the voices and potential of young people worldwide.
The Private Sector Fundraising and Partnerships (PSFP) section of UNICEF works with National Committees and Country Offices to grow fundraising income. Within this, the Individual Giving (IG) team provides global strategic guidance to enhance fundraising performance, focusing on increasing net revenue through data-driven, technology-enabled, and collaborative approaches.The Fundraising Specialist (Individual Giving) is a strategic leadership role that supports key fundraising markets in developing and executing effective IG strategies. Acting as a trusted advisor and country focal point, the role helps markets grow sustainably, improve efficiency, manage risks, and align with the global IG strategy. Based in Europe, the specialist also collaborates with headquarters teams and local stakeholders to define growth pathways and ensure coordinated, future-focused fundraising efforts.
Identity Management Interagency Collaboration Consultant, Global Cash hub, Social Policy Global Practice, Geneva, Switzerland, Geneva, home based without travel
UNICEF The Office of Innovation is seeking a consultant to lead the development of a Digital and AI Strategy to strengthen the acceleration to scale of UPSHIFT for 12 months with travel.
The Evaluation Specialist (Impact Evaluation& AI/Machine Learning) generates rigorous impact evidence that enables UNICEF to scale cost-effective interventions and optimize resource allocation for children. Through innovative methodologies and standardized frameworks, the role accelerates evidence generation and enhances its credibility while building institutional impact evaluation capacity across country offices. This strengthens UNICEF's ability to demonstrate programmatic impact, attract donor investment, and maximize outcomes for children globally.
The Health Officer will provide professional technical assistance and operational support for the design, planning, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of public health emergency and health in emergencies interventions
China is entering a critical development phase marked by demographic transition, evolving social protection reforms, and rollout of the 15th Five-Year Plan. Strengthening investments in children is essential to human capital development, shared prosperity, and sustainable growth. UNICEF China supports evidence-based policymaking in social protection, public finance for children, and inclusive services, particularly for vulnerable and migrant children.
The Ministry of Education with UNICEF support is looking for an International Consultant to support the process of revision of ICT policy in Education. Government of Timor-Leste has a Digital 2032 policy with Education as key pillar. Timor-Leste's existing ICT in Education Policy was developed in a context marked by limited infrastructure, connectivity, and digital capacity. Since its adoption, significant changes have occurred during the decade. The purpose of this assignment is to revise and update the ICT in Education Policy for Timor-Leste, providing a clear, coherent, and costed policy framework that guides the effective, equitable, safe, and sustainable use of ICT across the education sector. The revised policy will serve as a strategic reference for government institutions, development partners, education providers, and other stakeholders involved in planning, financing, and
implementing ICT-enabled education initiatives.
UNICEF Gambia is recruiting for a Senior Child Rights Advisor who will be posted at the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare (MoGCSW) on a part-time consultancy basis. This strategic placement aims to strengthen the Ministry’s technical capacity to advance child rights across all spheres of law, policy, and practice, ensuring that The Gambia fulfills its obligations under international human rights law and that every child in The Gambia enjoys their inherent dignity and fundamental rights without discrimination.
Applicants who submitted an application under the previous announcement do not need to reapply, as their applications remain valid.
The National Consultant on Career Guidance will provide technical support and contextual expertise for the design and development of a comprehensive Career Guidance Model for the Albanian education system under the “Life Skills and Career Guidance Programme,” in close coordination with UNICEF, national stakeholders, and the International Consultant on Career Guidance. The consultancy will support the development of evidence-based outputs aligned with EU standards, national education priorities, and international best practices, while ensuring full adaptation to the Albanian context. Over an 11-month period, the consultant will contribute to the design of the Career Guidance Model based on the UNICEF and Ministry of Education “DOTS” framework, support a system review of the policy and implementation of Career Education in Albania, contribute to the development of a Career Guidance competency framework, and support the design of a Training of Trainers (ToT) curriculum package. The consultant will also co-facilitate ToT trainings with project experts and supervise 45 ToT experts during the training cascade for the rollout of the Career Guidance model.
In April 2021, UNICEF Sudan Country Office (SCO) launched a new Mother and Child Cash Transfer Plus (MCCT+) in two eastern states of Kassala and Red Sea States, with the funding support from KfW/BMZ. MCCT+ is an integrated social protection programme for pregnant women and children during the first 1,000 days of life. MCCT+ builds on UNICEF’s ongoing support to primary health care (PHC) facilities which serve as the platforms for an integrated package of services and support to vulnerable women and children. The programme is expected to contribute to a reduction in child and maternal mortality and malnutrition through improved family practices and access to essential services for to first 1,000 days of life. To date, the MCCT+ programme has successfully enrolled approximately 52,000 women benefiting 312,600 individuals in 4 localities in Kassala and 5 localities in Red Sea state. In early 2024, UNICEF will expand the programme to reach an additional 30,000 pregnant women in additional states. In this expansion, UNICEF will collect data through KoboCollect and import this data into HOPE, UNICEF’s management information system for humanitarian cash programme operations. The incumbent of this post will be responsible for delivering timely beneficiary data management services while upholding UNICEF data protection policies.
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.
This consultancy supports UNICEF Egypt’s “Nourishing Futures” programme (2025–2030) by engaging a Gender Expert to conduct a comprehensive Gender-Based Analysis Plus to strengthen gender equality outcomes across maternal and girls’ nutrition interventions.
Under the supervision of the SBC Specialist – Girls’ Empowerment, the intern will support the design, coordination, and documentation of initiatives that contribute to advancing these objectives and improving outcomes for adolescent girls.
If you are a dynamic communication young professional, read on. UNICEF Syria is seeking a dynamic Communication Officer to join a dedicated team working for children across the country. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, build strong partnerships, and can effectively communicate impactful stories and results to diverse audiences, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference. Apply now to be part of UNICEF’s mission for every child. UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates and people with disabilities, including neurodivergence are encouraged to apply.
Social Policy Officer (Disability Inclusion), NOB, Temporary Appointment vacancy in Yangon duty station, UNICEF, Myanmar. The position will report to a Social Policy Specialist. Interested Myanmar national applicants with relevant qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.
UNICEF Papua New Guinea is looking for national and international consultants to produce emotionally resonant and impactful videos, graphics and animations that tell the stories of children and communities supported by UNICEF.
UNICEF Papua New Guinea is looking for international consultants to write a wide range of content, including reports, articles, 1-2 pagers, brochures, case studies, fact sheets and other products to engage audiences in child rights and UNICEF’s work for children.
UNICEF Ukraine seeks to engage an external facilitator to design and deliver a contextualized, practice-oriented training for programme staff, aimed at operationalizing the shift from service delivery to systems and strengthening impact, coherence, and scale across the recovery programme.
UNICEF’s Generation Unlimited (GenU) is seeking dynamic interns to support its global efforts to empower young people through meaningful engagement, entrepreneurship, and innovative solutions. Interns will contribute to key areas such as advancing youth engagement strategies, supporting youth-led initiatives, organizing entrepreneurship activities, and developing advocacy and knowledge products. They may also support global portfolio development, strategic planning for 2026–2029, and knowledge sharing across country offices and youth networks. Across both roles, interns will collaborate with programme teams and partners, conduct research on emerging youth trends, and provide coordination and administrative support. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in global programme development, youth advocacy, and partnerships while contributing to impactful initiatives that elevate the voices and potential of young people worldwide.
The Private Sector Fundraising and Partnerships (PSFP) section of UNICEF works with National Committees and Country Offices to grow fundraising income. Within this, the Individual Giving (IG) team provides global strategic guidance to enhance fundraising performance, focusing on increasing net revenue through data-driven, technology-enabled, and collaborative approaches.The Fundraising Specialist (Individual Giving) is a strategic leadership role that supports key fundraising markets in developing and executing effective IG strategies. Acting as a trusted advisor and country focal point, the role helps markets grow sustainably, improve efficiency, manage risks, and align with the global IG strategy. Based in Europe, the specialist also collaborates with headquarters teams and local stakeholders to define growth pathways and ensure coordinated, future-focused fundraising efforts.
Identity Management Interagency Collaboration Consultant, Global Cash hub, Social Policy Global Practice, Geneva, Switzerland, Geneva, home based without travel
UNICEF The Office of Innovation is seeking a consultant to lead the development of a Digital and AI Strategy to strengthen the acceleration to scale of UPSHIFT for 12 months with travel.
The Evaluation Specialist (Impact Evaluation& AI/Machine Learning) generates rigorous impact evidence that enables UNICEF to scale cost-effective interventions and optimize resource allocation for children. Through innovative methodologies and standardized frameworks, the role accelerates evidence generation and enhances its credibility while building institutional impact evaluation capacity across country offices. This strengthens UNICEF's ability to demonstrate programmatic impact, attract donor investment, and maximize outcomes for children globally.
The Health Officer will provide professional technical assistance and operational support for the design, planning, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of public health emergency and health in emergencies interventions
China is entering a critical development phase marked by demographic transition, evolving social protection reforms, and rollout of the 15th Five-Year Plan. Strengthening investments in children is essential to human capital development, shared prosperity, and sustainable growth. UNICEF China supports evidence-based policymaking in social protection, public finance for children, and inclusive services, particularly for vulnerable and migrant children.
The Ministry of Education with UNICEF support is looking for an International Consultant to support the process of revision of ICT policy in Education. Government of Timor-Leste has a Digital 2032 policy with Education as key pillar. Timor-Leste's existing ICT in Education Policy was developed in a context marked by limited infrastructure, connectivity, and digital capacity. Since its adoption, significant changes have occurred during the decade. The purpose of this assignment is to revise and update the ICT in Education Policy for Timor-Leste, providing a clear, coherent, and costed policy framework that guides the effective, equitable, safe, and sustainable use of ICT across the education sector. The revised policy will serve as a strategic reference for government institutions, development partners, education providers, and other stakeholders involved in planning, financing, and
implementing ICT-enabled education initiatives.
UNICEF Gambia is recruiting for a Senior Child Rights Advisor who will be posted at the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare (MoGCSW) on a part-time consultancy basis. This strategic placement aims to strengthen the Ministry’s technical capacity to advance child rights across all spheres of law, policy, and practice, ensuring that The Gambia fulfills its obligations under international human rights law and that every child in The Gambia enjoys their inherent dignity and fundamental rights without discrimination.
Applicants who submitted an application under the previous announcement do not need to reapply, as their applications remain valid.
The National Consultant on Career Guidance will provide technical support and contextual expertise for the design and development of a comprehensive Career Guidance Model for the Albanian education system under the “Life Skills and Career Guidance Programme,” in close coordination with UNICEF, national stakeholders, and the International Consultant on Career Guidance. The consultancy will support the development of evidence-based outputs aligned with EU standards, national education priorities, and international best practices, while ensuring full adaptation to the Albanian context. Over an 11-month period, the consultant will contribute to the design of the Career Guidance Model based on the UNICEF and Ministry of Education “DOTS” framework, support a system review of the policy and implementation of Career Education in Albania, contribute to the development of a Career Guidance competency framework, and support the design of a Training of Trainers (ToT) curriculum package. The consultant will also co-facilitate ToT trainings with project experts and supervise 45 ToT experts during the training cascade for the rollout of the Career Guidance model.
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