Under the general guidance of the Chief, Supply Financing, responsible to ensure a proactive and systematic approach of identifying and executing business transactions in close collaboration with Country Offices in the procurement of goods and services on behalf of partners.
The purpose of this assignment is to ensure sustained, structured and quality-assured field-level implementation of the three-year EU4People Action on Social Protection across 40 partner locations in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Given the geographic scope of the programme, the diversity of institutional arrangements, and the varying capacities of municipalities, Centres for Social Work and local service providers, dedicated technical support is required to translate programme objectives into practical improvements in local service delivery, coordination and planning.
The purpose of this assignment is to ensure sustained, structured and quality-assured field-level implementation of the three-year EU4People Action on Social Protection across 40 partner locations in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Given the geographic scope of the programme, the diversity of institutional arrangements, and the varying capacities of municipalities, Centres for Social Work and local service providers, dedicated coordination and technical support is required to translate programme objectives into practical improvements in local service delivery, coordination and planning.
UNICEF Montenegro is looking for an International Private Sector Engagement Consultant to support the Country Office in strengthening strategic engagement and partnerships with the private sector, contributing to enhanced collaboration and results for children.
Join UNICEF Ethiopia Country Office as a Security Manager (P4) and lead strategic security risk management in support of UNICEF's mission to deliver results for the most vulnerable children. The role provides expert security advice, oversees security operations and compliance, strengthens partnerships, and enables safe and effective programme delivery across a complex operating environment. The ideal incumbent will have an advanced degree in security, international relations, conflict analysis, or a related field, and at least eight years of international security management experience. Strong expertise in security risk management, security operations, analysis, emergency preparedness, stakeholder coordination, and team leadership is highly desirable.
UNICEF seeks to engage a national consultant to conduct a comprehensive mapping of the youth ecosystem in Turkmenistan and develop practical tools and recommendations to strengthen youth participation, volunteering, leadership and youth-led action.
The consultant will provide independent technical review and advisory support to strengthen the PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan (PRS) as a national, system-level assessment of school education.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is looking for experienced and qualified professional for the Social & Behavioral Change Specialist at NOC level based in Kathmandu, Nepal
Under the supervision of the Education Specialist, the consultant will conduct a comprehensive institutional capacity assessment of PETC Bara and develop actionable recommendations and a capacity development plan to strengthen its effectiveness in fulfilling its mandate.
The consultancy will contribute to improving the quality, relevance, and effectiveness of MLE teaching and learning through the review and revision of the MLE curriculum, instructional materials, teacher support resources, and student learning materials. It will ensure that these materials are aligned with the updated national curriculum, the Early Grade Learning (EGL) approach, and the learning needs of Indigenous children. Specifically, the consultant will provide technical support in the following areas: Firstly, the syllabi for three subjects—Vernacular Language (L1), Social Studies, and Science—for the first three grades of primary school will be reviewed and adapted to ensure alignment with Early Grade Learning (EGL) methodologies. The revised syllabi will serve as the foundation for the subsequent revision of related teaching and learning materials
Secondly, the MLE learning materials for the same three subjects in the first three grades of primary school will be reviewed and revised to ensure that they are aligned with indigenous knowledge and cultural contexts, and that they incorporate gender-responsive education, disability inclusion, and 21st-century skills.
Finally, building on the above two activities, the Teacher Guides for MLE Kreung teachers in the first three grades of primary school will be reviewed and revised for three subjects: Vernacular Language (L1), Social Studies, and Science.
The Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance on security planning, management and risk assessments to ensure the safety and security of personnel and their eligible family members and safeguarding of UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station.
Under the overall guidance and direction of the Chief of Child Rights Advocacy, the Advocacy Specialist will be responsible for supporting the National Committees in the design, implementation and monitoring of foundational advocacy and platform initiatives. The position will:1. Support foundational advocacy by National Committees, specifically CRE and child and youth participation;2. Provide support to National Committees on Platform Initiatives, either directly or through supervising dedicated consultancies when available;3. Identify and pursue opportunities for synergies among foundational advocacy and platform initiatives.
The Security Specialist advises and supports the Representative, Chief Field Office or Country Security Manager in fulfilling security duties and responsibilities under the UNSMS and UNICEF security policies. This role contributes to UNICEF’s mandate by enabling principled and timely delivery within acceptable levels of risk through security risk analysis, planning, preparedness, access support, incident management and implementation of appropriate risk mitigation measures. In Nairobi, the Security Specialist leads and manages a team of national security professionals to provide integrated, scalable, coordinated and responsive security support across all UNICEF offices in Nairobi, meeting the needs arising from UNICEF’s growing operational footprint, staff presence, premises, missions, events and regional programme support requirements. The Security Specialist manages and supports security activities for all UNICEF Nairobi offices and designated locations, in coordination with UNDSS, the Security Cell, other UNSMS actors and relevant partners, including under the Saving Lives Together framework.
While existing learning frameworks and diagnostic assessment tools provide valuable guidance for assessing foundational learning, these were primarily developed for stable learning environments. Their application in emergency settings requires adaptation to account for interrupted schooling, psychosocial stress, multi-grade teaching arrangements, learning loss, student displacement, and challenges related to inclusive education.
Particular attention is required to ensure assessment approaches are appropriate for children with disabilities, children from diverse linguistic backgrounds, and those experiencing prolonged learning disruption.
Strengthening emergency responsive learning frameworks and diagnostic tools will support evidence-based planning, targeted learning support, and improved learning recovery efforts at national and subnational levels.
UNICEF Bhutan is seeking a national individual consultancy to provide technical support for the finalization and implementation of digital data collection platforms and to support data collection, quality assurance, data cleaning, validation, and reporting for the Assessment of Children with Disabilities (CWD), including the cost of disability, for a period of five months.
The MICS7 will be implemented using CAPI (Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing) to reduce data collection time, facilitate real-time monitoring, improve data quality and reduce survey costs. Under the overall supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation (CRM) Specialist, the National MICS consultant will support the preparation, implementation and completion of the MICS survey in Uzbekistan. The consultant will work closely with and advise the NSC, especially the Survey Coordinator and sampling and data processing experts, during survey planning, questionnaire design, sampling, training, fieldwork, data processing, data analysis, dissemination and archiving, ensuring that MICS protocols and recommendations are followed at all times. The consultant will communicate effectively between the UNICEF CO and NSC, participate in required meetings, and coordinate the work of other resource people hired by UNICEF to provide technical assistance. The Consultant will work in close collaboration with the Regional MICS Coordinators at UNICEF Regional Office and the MICS Team at UNICEF Headquarters, as well as expert consultants assigned to support the Uzbekistan MICS (collectively labelled "The UNICEF MICS Team").
Under the supervision and technical guidance of the Supply Chain Manager, the Cold Chain and Energy Systems Engineer will provide hands-on engineering support to the Country Office for the active and passive cold chain, the associated energy systems and technical infrastructure.
UNICEF Malawi is seeking highly motivated Drivers to play a critical role in enabling programme delivery by providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services.
Join UNICEF as a Senior Communication Associate (Writer & Editor) within the Global Internal Communication and Staff Engagement (ICSE) team. As a principal writer and editor, you will develop clear, accurate and compelling organizational communications, stories and editorial content that keep personnel informed about UNICEF’s priorities, initiatives, organizational developments and impact. Through strong writing, editing, and storytelling, you will help inform, engage and connect UNICEF personnel worldwide.
The Child Protection Officer (GBViE) is responsible for providing the South Sudan Country Office with technical support on GBViE response, prevention and risk mitigation programming ensuring implementation of high-impact interventions in acute and chronic emergencies in line with UNICEF’s GBViE Operational Guide, and IASC technical guidelines.
Under the general guidance of the Chief, Supply Financing, responsible to ensure a proactive and systematic approach of identifying and executing business transactions in close collaboration with Country Offices in the procurement of goods and services on behalf of partners.
The purpose of this assignment is to ensure sustained, structured and quality-assured field-level implementation of the three-year EU4People Action on Social Protection across 40 partner locations in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Given the geographic scope of the programme, the diversity of institutional arrangements, and the varying capacities of municipalities, Centres for Social Work and local service providers, dedicated technical support is required to translate programme objectives into practical improvements in local service delivery, coordination and planning.
The purpose of this assignment is to ensure sustained, structured and quality-assured field-level implementation of the three-year EU4People Action on Social Protection across 40 partner locations in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Given the geographic scope of the programme, the diversity of institutional arrangements, and the varying capacities of municipalities, Centres for Social Work and local service providers, dedicated coordination and technical support is required to translate programme objectives into practical improvements in local service delivery, coordination and planning.
UNICEF Montenegro is looking for an International Private Sector Engagement Consultant to support the Country Office in strengthening strategic engagement and partnerships with the private sector, contributing to enhanced collaboration and results for children.
Join UNICEF Ethiopia Country Office as a Security Manager (P4) and lead strategic security risk management in support of UNICEF's mission to deliver results for the most vulnerable children. The role provides expert security advice, oversees security operations and compliance, strengthens partnerships, and enables safe and effective programme delivery across a complex operating environment. The ideal incumbent will have an advanced degree in security, international relations, conflict analysis, or a related field, and at least eight years of international security management experience. Strong expertise in security risk management, security operations, analysis, emergency preparedness, stakeholder coordination, and team leadership is highly desirable.
UNICEF seeks to engage a national consultant to conduct a comprehensive mapping of the youth ecosystem in Turkmenistan and develop practical tools and recommendations to strengthen youth participation, volunteering, leadership and youth-led action.
The consultant will provide independent technical review and advisory support to strengthen the PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan (PRS) as a national, system-level assessment of school education.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office is looking for experienced and qualified professional for the Social & Behavioral Change Specialist at NOC level based in Kathmandu, Nepal
Under the supervision of the Education Specialist, the consultant will conduct a comprehensive institutional capacity assessment of PETC Bara and develop actionable recommendations and a capacity development plan to strengthen its effectiveness in fulfilling its mandate.
The consultancy will contribute to improving the quality, relevance, and effectiveness of MLE teaching and learning through the review and revision of the MLE curriculum, instructional materials, teacher support resources, and student learning materials. It will ensure that these materials are aligned with the updated national curriculum, the Early Grade Learning (EGL) approach, and the learning needs of Indigenous children. Specifically, the consultant will provide technical support in the following areas: Firstly, the syllabi for three subjects—Vernacular Language (L1), Social Studies, and Science—for the first three grades of primary school will be reviewed and adapted to ensure alignment with Early Grade Learning (EGL) methodologies. The revised syllabi will serve as the foundation for the subsequent revision of related teaching and learning materials
Secondly, the MLE learning materials for the same three subjects in the first three grades of primary school will be reviewed and revised to ensure that they are aligned with indigenous knowledge and cultural contexts, and that they incorporate gender-responsive education, disability inclusion, and 21st-century skills.
Finally, building on the above two activities, the Teacher Guides for MLE Kreung teachers in the first three grades of primary school will be reviewed and revised for three subjects: Vernacular Language (L1), Social Studies, and Science.
The Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance on security planning, management and risk assessments to ensure the safety and security of personnel and their eligible family members and safeguarding of UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station.
Under the overall guidance and direction of the Chief of Child Rights Advocacy, the Advocacy Specialist will be responsible for supporting the National Committees in the design, implementation and monitoring of foundational advocacy and platform initiatives. The position will:1. Support foundational advocacy by National Committees, specifically CRE and child and youth participation;2. Provide support to National Committees on Platform Initiatives, either directly or through supervising dedicated consultancies when available;3. Identify and pursue opportunities for synergies among foundational advocacy and platform initiatives.
The Security Specialist advises and supports the Representative, Chief Field Office or Country Security Manager in fulfilling security duties and responsibilities under the UNSMS and UNICEF security policies. This role contributes to UNICEF’s mandate by enabling principled and timely delivery within acceptable levels of risk through security risk analysis, planning, preparedness, access support, incident management and implementation of appropriate risk mitigation measures. In Nairobi, the Security Specialist leads and manages a team of national security professionals to provide integrated, scalable, coordinated and responsive security support across all UNICEF offices in Nairobi, meeting the needs arising from UNICEF’s growing operational footprint, staff presence, premises, missions, events and regional programme support requirements. The Security Specialist manages and supports security activities for all UNICEF Nairobi offices and designated locations, in coordination with UNDSS, the Security Cell, other UNSMS actors and relevant partners, including under the Saving Lives Together framework.
While existing learning frameworks and diagnostic assessment tools provide valuable guidance for assessing foundational learning, these were primarily developed for stable learning environments. Their application in emergency settings requires adaptation to account for interrupted schooling, psychosocial stress, multi-grade teaching arrangements, learning loss, student displacement, and challenges related to inclusive education.
Particular attention is required to ensure assessment approaches are appropriate for children with disabilities, children from diverse linguistic backgrounds, and those experiencing prolonged learning disruption.
Strengthening emergency responsive learning frameworks and diagnostic tools will support evidence-based planning, targeted learning support, and improved learning recovery efforts at national and subnational levels.
UNICEF Bhutan is seeking a national individual consultancy to provide technical support for the finalization and implementation of digital data collection platforms and to support data collection, quality assurance, data cleaning, validation, and reporting for the Assessment of Children with Disabilities (CWD), including the cost of disability, for a period of five months.
The MICS7 will be implemented using CAPI (Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing) to reduce data collection time, facilitate real-time monitoring, improve data quality and reduce survey costs. Under the overall supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation (CRM) Specialist, the National MICS consultant will support the preparation, implementation and completion of the MICS survey in Uzbekistan. The consultant will work closely with and advise the NSC, especially the Survey Coordinator and sampling and data processing experts, during survey planning, questionnaire design, sampling, training, fieldwork, data processing, data analysis, dissemination and archiving, ensuring that MICS protocols and recommendations are followed at all times. The consultant will communicate effectively between the UNICEF CO and NSC, participate in required meetings, and coordinate the work of other resource people hired by UNICEF to provide technical assistance. The Consultant will work in close collaboration with the Regional MICS Coordinators at UNICEF Regional Office and the MICS Team at UNICEF Headquarters, as well as expert consultants assigned to support the Uzbekistan MICS (collectively labelled "The UNICEF MICS Team").
Under the supervision and technical guidance of the Supply Chain Manager, the Cold Chain and Energy Systems Engineer will provide hands-on engineering support to the Country Office for the active and passive cold chain, the associated energy systems and technical infrastructure.
UNICEF Malawi is seeking highly motivated Drivers to play a critical role in enabling programme delivery by providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services.
Join UNICEF as a Senior Communication Associate (Writer & Editor) within the Global Internal Communication and Staff Engagement (ICSE) team. As a principal writer and editor, you will develop clear, accurate and compelling organizational communications, stories and editorial content that keep personnel informed about UNICEF’s priorities, initiatives, organizational developments and impact. Through strong writing, editing, and storytelling, you will help inform, engage and connect UNICEF personnel worldwide.
The Child Protection Officer (GBViE) is responsible for providing the South Sudan Country Office with technical support on GBViE response, prevention and risk mitigation programming ensuring implementation of high-impact interventions in acute and chronic emergencies in line with UNICEF’s GBViE Operational Guide, and IASC technical guidelines.
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