UNICEF Innocenti regularly requires specialist work from researchers who have expertise in comparative international research and analysis on issues of child rights and well-being and who can provide support to UNICEF offices on the usage of such data and analysis.
The Office of Strategy and Evidence – Innocenti (“UNICEF Innocenti”) regularly requires specialist work from researchers who have expertise in child participatory research methods, to design, pilot and (in some cases) undertake studies using these methods.
In view of the above UNICEF Innocenti wishes to establish several long-term agreements (LTA) to provide expert services related to design, piloting, training and conduct of child participatory research studies including training and support to others.
Skills measurement – Strengthening the Use of Learning assessment and skills measurement data, Global Education Practice - Data, Economics and Assessment for Learning and Skills Team, GPD-Education, Amman, Jordan, remote with travel, 9.5 months
National consultant vacancy in PSEA section, UNICEF Myanmar. Interested Myanmar national applicants with relevant qualifications and experience are eligible to apply.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for talented personnel to provide operational, administrative, coordination and technical support to the planning and implementation of evaluation activities undertaken by UNICEF Lebanon.
UNICEF Digital Impact Division's Digital Inclusion section is looking for a Research Intern to support the Barcelona Tech Delivery team and the Strategic Partnerships team based in Geneva.
Join UNICEF Madagascar to achieve results for every child through quality programme planning, performance monitoring, and data-driven decision-making. Reporting to the Chief of Planning and Monitoring, you will strengthen monitoring systems, track results, and promote accountability across Madagascar and Comoros programmes.
The ideal candidate is expected to meet the minimum requirements including an advanced university degree in public health, pediatric health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, biostatistics, socio-medical, epidemiology, or another relevant technical field; a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: health project planning and management, malaria, child health, or health systems strengthening; and fluency in English.
Join our team at UNICEF Ethiopia to provide technical, operational, and administrative assistance to oversee and coordinate programming in areas related to quality education and improved learning outcomes, teacher training and development, accelerated education, learning assessments, and other forms of assessments aimed at improving and informing students learning outcomes.
The purpose of this assignment is to support financing, systems strengthening & policy reform, scale-up of transformative TVET programmes, and related monitoring, evaluation, research and learning for UNICEF’s Skills & Secondary Education global programme portfolio. This will engage colleagues and teams across Global Education Practice as well as other parts of UNICEF (i.e. ESP/GenU) and partners (i.e. ILO, UNESCO, World Bank).
UNICEF Haiti is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and results-oriented Programme Associate to join its WASH team. Given the scale of water, sanitation, and hygiene interventions across the country, this role plays a critical part in ensuring the successful delivery of safe, sustainable, and child-friendly WASH services that improve access to essential resources for children and communities.Reporting to the Chief of WASH, the Programme Associate will provide specialized programme and administrative support to facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF Haiti's WASH programmes. The role supports project management, implementing partnership coordination, data management and analysis, performance reporting, grant administration, and budget monitoring. It also contributes to digital innovation and operational efficiency through the use of digital tools and systems, supports communication and knowledge-sharing initiatives, coordinates capacity-building activities and events, and provides surge support to ensure business continuity and effective programme delivery. If you are a proactive professional with strong organizational skills, a passion for data-driven decision-making, and a commitment to improving the lives of children through quality WASH programming, we would love to hear from you.
The consultancy focuses on coordination, system strengthening, and the use of data to inform programming. This consultancy will contribute to advancing SBC innovation by supporting evidence generation, strengthening feedback systems, and improving AAP data use, while working in close coordination with internal teams and partners. The role is designed to complement existing systems-strengthening efforts without duplicating core technical functions but will focus on coordination, data use, and programmatic application
L’objectif de cette consultance est d’appuyer la DNPDE à opérationnaliser le volet “développement économique” (stratégie, outils, processus, coordination, suivi) et à produire des livrables phares (tableaux de bord, notes d’orientation, analyses) destinés aux décideurs et partenaires
The main purpose of the Scoped Assessment of Zambia’s Progress Towards the Attainment of Vision 2030 is to align Vision indicators with baselines and targets, and to review progress made from 2006 to 2025. The assessment will generate evidence-based insights to inform policy adjustments and support more effective implementation during the remaining period.
Le Projet intégré d’alimentation scolaire et de nutrition (PiASN), mis en oeuvre par le Gouvernement du Bénin avec l’appui de l’UNICEF et du PAM, vise à améliorer durablement la sécurité alimentaire, la nutrition et le capital humain dans les communes ciblées. Le recours à une consultation externe est indispensable pour garantir une analyse indépendante, approfondie et contextualisée des approches SBC et genre au niveau communautaire, optimiser les interventions et orienter la prise de décision sur des bases factuelles, tout en tenant compte de la charge de travail élevée du personnel interne et de la nécessité d’une expertise méthodologique pointue.
UNICEF is launching a landmark global evaluation to transform how we prevent and respond to violence against children and women worldwide. We are seeking a dynamic Junior Evaluator to co-lead a cutting-edge Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) that turns complex country data into actionable, life-saving strategies. Apply today to use your advanced causal research skills for global impact, accountability, and the strategic scaling of child protection systems.
The consultancy will analyze how parliamentary budget amendments in Brazil contribute to financing policies and services that benefit children and adolescents. As these amendments have become an increasingly important source of public funding, there is a need for stronger evidence on how resources are allocated across sectors, territories, and programs.
The assignment will generate evidence on the role, challenges, and opportunities of parliamentary budget amendments in supporting child-focused investments. It will examine how these funds are allocated and executed over time and assess their relationship with selected local socioeconomic outcomes.
Under the guidance and supervision of the Chief of Field Office, the Planning and Monitoring Specialist NOC will provide support to and facilitate the planning and monitoring functions for the Zonal Office, (ZO) to enable country programme delivery. This will be done in close collaboration with other P&M Section members and zonal sectoral programme staff.
The Public Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Division (PPR) works to strengthen UNICEF’s position as a partner of choice for children’s right among governments and public actors around the world. The intern will acquire direct practical experience in PPR Asia-Pacific Pillar Office in Tokyo (PPR Tokyo)’s work and the United Nations system by supporting the office’s quality assurance, analysis/research, communication and administrative tasks related to resource mobilisation with the Government of Japan activities under general guidance of the supervisor (Public Partnership Manager).
Join UNICEF Malawi and help deliver lasting results for children and women by strengthening both programme impact and resource stewardship. As a Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist, you will play a critical role in advancing evidence-based programming and accountability across the country office. You will be at the forefront of driving high-quality monitoring systems, data analysis, and knowledge management to inform decision-making and enhance programme effectiveness.Working within the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) team, you will support the design and implementation of robustM&E frameworks, ensuring timely and accurate tracking of results. Your work will contribute to generating actionable insights, strengthening learning, and improving the impact of programmes for children, adolescents, and women across Malawi.
UNICEF Innocenti regularly requires specialist work from researchers who have expertise in comparative international research and analysis on issues of child rights and well-being and who can provide support to UNICEF offices on the usage of such data and analysis.
The Office of Strategy and Evidence – Innocenti (“UNICEF Innocenti”) regularly requires specialist work from researchers who have expertise in child participatory research methods, to design, pilot and (in some cases) undertake studies using these methods.
In view of the above UNICEF Innocenti wishes to establish several long-term agreements (LTA) to provide expert services related to design, piloting, training and conduct of child participatory research studies including training and support to others.
Skills measurement – Strengthening the Use of Learning assessment and skills measurement data, Global Education Practice - Data, Economics and Assessment for Learning and Skills Team, GPD-Education, Amman, Jordan, remote with travel, 9.5 months
National consultant vacancy in PSEA section, UNICEF Myanmar. Interested Myanmar national applicants with relevant qualifications and experience are eligible to apply.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for talented personnel to provide operational, administrative, coordination and technical support to the planning and implementation of evaluation activities undertaken by UNICEF Lebanon.
UNICEF Digital Impact Division's Digital Inclusion section is looking for a Research Intern to support the Barcelona Tech Delivery team and the Strategic Partnerships team based in Geneva.
Join UNICEF Madagascar to achieve results for every child through quality programme planning, performance monitoring, and data-driven decision-making. Reporting to the Chief of Planning and Monitoring, you will strengthen monitoring systems, track results, and promote accountability across Madagascar and Comoros programmes.
The ideal candidate is expected to meet the minimum requirements including an advanced university degree in public health, pediatric health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, biostatistics, socio-medical, epidemiology, or another relevant technical field; a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: health project planning and management, malaria, child health, or health systems strengthening; and fluency in English.
Join our team at UNICEF Ethiopia to provide technical, operational, and administrative assistance to oversee and coordinate programming in areas related to quality education and improved learning outcomes, teacher training and development, accelerated education, learning assessments, and other forms of assessments aimed at improving and informing students learning outcomes.
The purpose of this assignment is to support financing, systems strengthening & policy reform, scale-up of transformative TVET programmes, and related monitoring, evaluation, research and learning for UNICEF’s Skills & Secondary Education global programme portfolio. This will engage colleagues and teams across Global Education Practice as well as other parts of UNICEF (i.e. ESP/GenU) and partners (i.e. ILO, UNESCO, World Bank).
UNICEF Haiti is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and results-oriented Programme Associate to join its WASH team. Given the scale of water, sanitation, and hygiene interventions across the country, this role plays a critical part in ensuring the successful delivery of safe, sustainable, and child-friendly WASH services that improve access to essential resources for children and communities.Reporting to the Chief of WASH, the Programme Associate will provide specialized programme and administrative support to facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF Haiti's WASH programmes. The role supports project management, implementing partnership coordination, data management and analysis, performance reporting, grant administration, and budget monitoring. It also contributes to digital innovation and operational efficiency through the use of digital tools and systems, supports communication and knowledge-sharing initiatives, coordinates capacity-building activities and events, and provides surge support to ensure business continuity and effective programme delivery. If you are a proactive professional with strong organizational skills, a passion for data-driven decision-making, and a commitment to improving the lives of children through quality WASH programming, we would love to hear from you.
The consultancy focuses on coordination, system strengthening, and the use of data to inform programming. This consultancy will contribute to advancing SBC innovation by supporting evidence generation, strengthening feedback systems, and improving AAP data use, while working in close coordination with internal teams and partners. The role is designed to complement existing systems-strengthening efforts without duplicating core technical functions but will focus on coordination, data use, and programmatic application
L’objectif de cette consultance est d’appuyer la DNPDE à opérationnaliser le volet “développement économique” (stratégie, outils, processus, coordination, suivi) et à produire des livrables phares (tableaux de bord, notes d’orientation, analyses) destinés aux décideurs et partenaires
The main purpose of the Scoped Assessment of Zambia’s Progress Towards the Attainment of Vision 2030 is to align Vision indicators with baselines and targets, and to review progress made from 2006 to 2025. The assessment will generate evidence-based insights to inform policy adjustments and support more effective implementation during the remaining period.
Le Projet intégré d’alimentation scolaire et de nutrition (PiASN), mis en oeuvre par le Gouvernement du Bénin avec l’appui de l’UNICEF et du PAM, vise à améliorer durablement la sécurité alimentaire, la nutrition et le capital humain dans les communes ciblées. Le recours à une consultation externe est indispensable pour garantir une analyse indépendante, approfondie et contextualisée des approches SBC et genre au niveau communautaire, optimiser les interventions et orienter la prise de décision sur des bases factuelles, tout en tenant compte de la charge de travail élevée du personnel interne et de la nécessité d’une expertise méthodologique pointue.
UNICEF is launching a landmark global evaluation to transform how we prevent and respond to violence against children and women worldwide. We are seeking a dynamic Junior Evaluator to co-lead a cutting-edge Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) that turns complex country data into actionable, life-saving strategies. Apply today to use your advanced causal research skills for global impact, accountability, and the strategic scaling of child protection systems.
The consultancy will analyze how parliamentary budget amendments in Brazil contribute to financing policies and services that benefit children and adolescents. As these amendments have become an increasingly important source of public funding, there is a need for stronger evidence on how resources are allocated across sectors, territories, and programs.
The assignment will generate evidence on the role, challenges, and opportunities of parliamentary budget amendments in supporting child-focused investments. It will examine how these funds are allocated and executed over time and assess their relationship with selected local socioeconomic outcomes.
Under the guidance and supervision of the Chief of Field Office, the Planning and Monitoring Specialist NOC will provide support to and facilitate the planning and monitoring functions for the Zonal Office, (ZO) to enable country programme delivery. This will be done in close collaboration with other P&M Section members and zonal sectoral programme staff.
The Public Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Division (PPR) works to strengthen UNICEF’s position as a partner of choice for children’s right among governments and public actors around the world. The intern will acquire direct practical experience in PPR Asia-Pacific Pillar Office in Tokyo (PPR Tokyo)’s work and the United Nations system by supporting the office’s quality assurance, analysis/research, communication and administrative tasks related to resource mobilisation with the Government of Japan activities under general guidance of the supervisor (Public Partnership Manager).
Join UNICEF Malawi and help deliver lasting results for children and women by strengthening both programme impact and resource stewardship. As a Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist, you will play a critical role in advancing evidence-based programming and accountability across the country office. You will be at the forefront of driving high-quality monitoring systems, data analysis, and knowledge management to inform decision-making and enhance programme effectiveness.Working within the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) team, you will support the design and implementation of robustM&E frameworks, ensuring timely and accurate tracking of results. Your work will contribute to generating actionable insights, strengthening learning, and improving the impact of programmes for children, adolescents, and women across Malawi.
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