The vision of the UNICEF Sustainable WASH Innovation Hub (WASH Hub) is a global
home for building, accelerating and scaling transformational climate resilient solutions for a
WASH secure future of universal and equitable access to services, addressing the full ambition of the SDG6. The WASH Hub will source, pilot and scale transformational and frontier climate resilient solutions that respond to key programmatic challenges that, if solved, will unlock faster progress for a water secure future for children and young people.
The More Water More Life (MWML) programme (2018–2025) introduced an innovative approach to deep groundwater exploration using remote sensing and overlay analysis to identify deep groundwater resources, producing groundwater suitability maps—offering a cost-effective and efficient way to enhance groundwater access in vulnerable areas.
The Consultant will support the WASH Hub by defining, outlining the scaling pathway, approach and key considerations for taking the approach to ground water mapping further by supporting multi-country and multi-region scale of adoption where appropriate. The scaling pathway is a structured approach that outlines the steps, strategies, and choices for expanding a proven innovation so it can reach a larger population and achieve sustainable impact over time.
The WASH Innovation Hub (WASH Hub) is implementing Groundwater mapping and exploration initiatives in the Horn of Africa and beyond. The initiative uses a combination of satellite data, digital mapping approaches, local knowledge and on-the-ground verification to identify and map deep aquifers. Building on from this approach the WASH hub is looking to understand how to develop innovative finance models to support the expansion of sustainable water sources and cost recovery opportunities.
The purpose of this assignment is to undertake a comprehensive assessment of existing data, reports and other knowledge on water resources, water demand data, stakeholder and utility data, tariff structures, and existing affordability/willingness to pay analysis in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) of Northern Kenya.
The study does not generate new information, but will consolidate existing evidence and data, identify knowledge gaps, and develop a structured database to inform the WASH Hub and sector investments in climate-resilient water supply services design. This work is important to inform the innovative financing models in the Horn of Africa and beyond. The tasks require a national consultant who can easily interact with different level of government, Kenyan institutions and is available travel to field locations.
UNICEF Lesotho seeks seeks to hire an experienced, dynamic, results-driven consultant with deep expertise to review and align Lesotho’s existing education policies, legal
frameworks, and strategic plans leading to the development of a comprehensive Lesotho Education Policy.
Teacher preparedness for multicultural classroom environments and Polish as a second language instruction remain priority areas for UNICEF RRO’s work in 2026. The purpose of this consultancy is to provide strategic advisory support to the Polish Government in these two critical areas, with particular emphasis on ensuring that all digital learning programs implemented by UNICEF and its partners are systematically integrated into national programs (including the Friendly School programme) and establishing robust frameworks for their long-term sustainability.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office invites qualified and experienced professionals to express their interest in being included in the Consultant Roster to support various technical areas across our programmes. Selected candidates will be placed on a consultant roster for rapid deployment, including emergency response needs.
UNICEF Mongolia CO is looking for a national consultant to support the UNICEF Mongolia Country Office with the technical development of the subnational Children’s Climate and Disaster Risk Index (CCDRI) model for Mongolia, considering factors such as population exposure to climate and environmental and other natural and human hazards, child vulnerability, and lack of coping capacity
Sous la supervision de la Cheffe de section Protection de l’Enfance de l’UNICEF Maroc, le Consultant aura pour mission de soutenir la mise en œuvre du projet « Himaya Wa Tamkine ».
Son rôle consistera à fournir une assistance technique aux acteurs de la protection de l’enfance, pour la mise en place des DTIPE, la promotion de la coordination entre les services sociaux et les acteurs de la protection judiciaire.
Since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine on 24 February 2022, 6.4 million refugees have been displaced, with 1.6 million settling in Poland. Refugee women and children represent the majority of this population. As of February 2025, there are over 360,000 Ukrainian refugee children in Poland, nearly half of whom are enrolled in Polish schools. To respond to this crisis, UNICEF established a Refugee Response Office in Poland and partnered with national and municipal authorities, as well as local NGOs, to provide critical support to affected communities. Through this consultancy, UNICEF will support the Ministry of National Education (MoNE) in coordinating, implementing, and monitoring additional support services under the “Accessible School for All” (ASA) project — a key UNICEF priority for 2026. The consultant will work closely with the Educational Research Institute (IBE) to ensure effective implementation and alignment with project objectives. Additionally, UNICEF is partnering with the Centre for Education Development (ORE) on a national antibullying programme. The consultant will provide technical leadership and coordinate knowledge-sharing events to scale this initiative nationwide under MoNE/ORE leadership in 2026. The consultant will also serve as a liaison between IBE, ORE, MoNE, and UNICEF to ensure smooth collaboration and delivery of results.
Under the direction and guidance of the Deputy Representative for Programmes, coordinates the overall emergency preparedness and response of the country office. Responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of emergency interventions, including fundraising for emergency activities, to ensure the survival and well-being of children, mothers, and affected communities. Provides coordination and support for policy and programme planning and management within UNICEF-supported emergency programmes.
UNICEF Mozambique is establishing a WASH Emergency Response Consultant Roster (Individual Consultants) to ensure timely access to qualified experts who can be rapidly deployed during emergencies. The Consultant will provide technical leadership and support for WASH emergency preparedness, response, and recovery, ensuring alignment with UNICEF Core Commitments for Children in Humanitarian Action and national standards. If you meet the requirements and you are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply.
Under the guidance of the Director of ECW and the direct supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist, the intern(s) provides technical and operational support for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating qualitative and quantitative data and analysis, while learning about organizational processes that enable implementation of the ECW workplan.
UNICEF is seeking a Senior Consultant on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) Innovation to advance the organisation’s climate resilience agenda under the new Strategic Plan (2026–2029). The consultant will lead a global effort to identify, document, and scale globally tested DRR/CCA innovations— including early warning and anticipatory approaches—across UNICEF sectors. Working closely with the Climate Resilience Centre of Excellence and the Office of Innovation, the consultant will develop global guidance, practical tools, case studies, and training materials, while providing tailored technical assistance to priority countries. This assignment offers a unique opportunity to influence global climate resilience programming and drive child-focused innovation at scale
Under the supervision of the UNICEF Global Education Cluster Coordinator and working as a member of the UNICEF-Save the Children Global Education Cluster Team, the purpose of this post is to reinforce UNICEF’s capacity to deliver on its obligations under Education Cannot Wait and DG-ECHO funded initiatives. By providing dedicated technical, coordination and management support, the position will help ensure high-quality implementation, systematic monitoring of results, and timely, accurate communication with donors. It will also play a pivotal role in advancing the GEC’s forthcoming strategy, expected in 2026. At a time when the humanitarian sector is facing significant financial constraints, this role will further bolster UNICEF’s ability to sustain effective partnership engagement and mobilize resources to meet growing needs
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for a consultant to help drive the national rollout of the HPV vaccine in 2026. As Lebanon prepares to introduce this lifesaving vaccine to protect adolescent girls from cervical cancer, strong community trust and awareness will be essential. In partnership with the Ministry of Public Health, WHO, and Gavi, UNICEF is prioritizing Social and Behavior Change Community Engagement to address misconceptions, build confidence, and generate demand. The consultant will support community outreach, training, feedback monitoring, and field implementation - playing a key role in ensuring a successful and impactful vaccine introduction.
UNICEF, in partnership with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, is launching an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of the social service workforce. By strengthening and modernising the Technical Institute for Social Service’s two-year programme, this initiative will lay the groundwork for a full professional pathway—including upcoming Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in social work. The refreshed curriculum will raise professional standards, open doors for academic growth, and support the long-term development of a strong, accredited social service workforce.
This transformation is essential to ensuring vulnerable children and families receive high-quality, safe, and effective support from well-trained, well-supervised professionals who can meet evolving social and protection needs.
UNICEF is seeking a skilled social service specialist to lead this curriculum development effort. If you are passionate about strengthening social services and shaping the next generation of professionals, this consultancy is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Under the overall direction and guidance of the WASH Specialist Cluster Coordinator, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) will manage the IM function of the Cluster at the national level. She/he is responsible for ensuring IM processes effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent, and effective response by participants in the Cluster Working Group that is accountable to those who are affected by the emergency. In their effort to enable an efficient and effective response to the humanitarian crisis, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) is responsible for managing the collection, analysis and sharing of information that is essential for the WASH Cluster participants to make informed, evidence-based, strategic decisions and for ensuring they are adequately coordinating with the national level.
The JPO will contribute to managing and strengthening partnerships with key public partners through the coordination of high-level advocacy, daily engagement with counterparts, and support to resource mobilization under the supervision of Deputy Team Lead and overall guidance of the Director, Washington DC Office.
The position’s purpose is to provide support in deepening collaboration with key stakeholders and helping to provide an interface for environmental scanning, knowledge exchange, resource mobilization, and policy influence within the scope of assignment. The key result is to ensure greater visibility for UNICEF and influence in support of its mission.
Positions at the P2/NOB level are considered as supportive roles to higher level professionals that are centered on providing research, analysis and recommendations . Therefore, while these positions contribute substantively to organization-wide strategies, they should also be considered as opportunities for incumbents to acquire professional expertise, organizational knowledge and exposure for further career advancement.
The consultant will support UNICEF Guinea-Bissau with delivering the final draft Country Programme Document, with adherence to corporate guidance contained in the UNICEF CPP Guidance Note 2022, as well as the CPD development guidelines and template. Working under the supervision of the UNICEF Guinea-Bissau’s Deputy Representative Programme in collaboration with the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Section, the consultant is expected to collaborate with all Country Office sections and the Regional Office PM&E team (WCARO) to ensure robust internal and external engagement process and collective reflections by country office, through video calls or simple phone calls, with the selected parties during in completing key preparatory phases/documents as part of the country programme planning will be articulated in the Country Programme Document (2027-2031).
The Programme Associate (G‑6) is embedded within Education Programme Section, reporting to the Section Chief, Education. This role bridges operational delivery by liaising regularly with multiple units—Programme, Operations, Finance, Supply—and with external partners (government ministries, NGOs, donors). Depending on the programme priorities, the Incumbent may support sector‑specific teams (e.g., Health, Education, WASH) or cross‑cutting portfolios (e.g., humanitarian action, M&E, emergency preparedness).
The vision of the UNICEF Sustainable WASH Innovation Hub (WASH Hub) is a global
home for building, accelerating and scaling transformational climate resilient solutions for a
WASH secure future of universal and equitable access to services, addressing the full ambition of the SDG6. The WASH Hub will source, pilot and scale transformational and frontier climate resilient solutions that respond to key programmatic challenges that, if solved, will unlock faster progress for a water secure future for children and young people.
The More Water More Life (MWML) programme (2018–2025) introduced an innovative approach to deep groundwater exploration using remote sensing and overlay analysis to identify deep groundwater resources, producing groundwater suitability maps—offering a cost-effective and efficient way to enhance groundwater access in vulnerable areas.
The Consultant will support the WASH Hub by defining, outlining the scaling pathway, approach and key considerations for taking the approach to ground water mapping further by supporting multi-country and multi-region scale of adoption where appropriate. The scaling pathway is a structured approach that outlines the steps, strategies, and choices for expanding a proven innovation so it can reach a larger population and achieve sustainable impact over time.
The WASH Innovation Hub (WASH Hub) is implementing Groundwater mapping and exploration initiatives in the Horn of Africa and beyond. The initiative uses a combination of satellite data, digital mapping approaches, local knowledge and on-the-ground verification to identify and map deep aquifers. Building on from this approach the WASH hub is looking to understand how to develop innovative finance models to support the expansion of sustainable water sources and cost recovery opportunities.
The purpose of this assignment is to undertake a comprehensive assessment of existing data, reports and other knowledge on water resources, water demand data, stakeholder and utility data, tariff structures, and existing affordability/willingness to pay analysis in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) of Northern Kenya.
The study does not generate new information, but will consolidate existing evidence and data, identify knowledge gaps, and develop a structured database to inform the WASH Hub and sector investments in climate-resilient water supply services design. This work is important to inform the innovative financing models in the Horn of Africa and beyond. The tasks require a national consultant who can easily interact with different level of government, Kenyan institutions and is available travel to field locations.
UNICEF Lesotho seeks seeks to hire an experienced, dynamic, results-driven consultant with deep expertise to review and align Lesotho’s existing education policies, legal
frameworks, and strategic plans leading to the development of a comprehensive Lesotho Education Policy.
Teacher preparedness for multicultural classroom environments and Polish as a second language instruction remain priority areas for UNICEF RRO’s work in 2026. The purpose of this consultancy is to provide strategic advisory support to the Polish Government in these two critical areas, with particular emphasis on ensuring that all digital learning programs implemented by UNICEF and its partners are systematically integrated into national programs (including the Friendly School programme) and establishing robust frameworks for their long-term sustainability.
UNICEF Nepal Country Office invites qualified and experienced professionals to express their interest in being included in the Consultant Roster to support various technical areas across our programmes. Selected candidates will be placed on a consultant roster for rapid deployment, including emergency response needs.
UNICEF Mongolia CO is looking for a national consultant to support the UNICEF Mongolia Country Office with the technical development of the subnational Children’s Climate and Disaster Risk Index (CCDRI) model for Mongolia, considering factors such as population exposure to climate and environmental and other natural and human hazards, child vulnerability, and lack of coping capacity
Sous la supervision de la Cheffe de section Protection de l’Enfance de l’UNICEF Maroc, le Consultant aura pour mission de soutenir la mise en œuvre du projet « Himaya Wa Tamkine ».
Son rôle consistera à fournir une assistance technique aux acteurs de la protection de l’enfance, pour la mise en place des DTIPE, la promotion de la coordination entre les services sociaux et les acteurs de la protection judiciaire.
Since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine on 24 February 2022, 6.4 million refugees have been displaced, with 1.6 million settling in Poland. Refugee women and children represent the majority of this population. As of February 2025, there are over 360,000 Ukrainian refugee children in Poland, nearly half of whom are enrolled in Polish schools. To respond to this crisis, UNICEF established a Refugee Response Office in Poland and partnered with national and municipal authorities, as well as local NGOs, to provide critical support to affected communities. Through this consultancy, UNICEF will support the Ministry of National Education (MoNE) in coordinating, implementing, and monitoring additional support services under the “Accessible School for All” (ASA) project — a key UNICEF priority for 2026. The consultant will work closely with the Educational Research Institute (IBE) to ensure effective implementation and alignment with project objectives. Additionally, UNICEF is partnering with the Centre for Education Development (ORE) on a national antibullying programme. The consultant will provide technical leadership and coordinate knowledge-sharing events to scale this initiative nationwide under MoNE/ORE leadership in 2026. The consultant will also serve as a liaison between IBE, ORE, MoNE, and UNICEF to ensure smooth collaboration and delivery of results.
Under the direction and guidance of the Deputy Representative for Programmes, coordinates the overall emergency preparedness and response of the country office. Responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of emergency interventions, including fundraising for emergency activities, to ensure the survival and well-being of children, mothers, and affected communities. Provides coordination and support for policy and programme planning and management within UNICEF-supported emergency programmes.
UNICEF Mozambique is establishing a WASH Emergency Response Consultant Roster (Individual Consultants) to ensure timely access to qualified experts who can be rapidly deployed during emergencies. The Consultant will provide technical leadership and support for WASH emergency preparedness, response, and recovery, ensuring alignment with UNICEF Core Commitments for Children in Humanitarian Action and national standards. If you meet the requirements and you are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply.
Under the guidance of the Director of ECW and the direct supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist, the intern(s) provides technical and operational support for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating qualitative and quantitative data and analysis, while learning about organizational processes that enable implementation of the ECW workplan.
UNICEF is seeking a Senior Consultant on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) Innovation to advance the organisation’s climate resilience agenda under the new Strategic Plan (2026–2029). The consultant will lead a global effort to identify, document, and scale globally tested DRR/CCA innovations— including early warning and anticipatory approaches—across UNICEF sectors. Working closely with the Climate Resilience Centre of Excellence and the Office of Innovation, the consultant will develop global guidance, practical tools, case studies, and training materials, while providing tailored technical assistance to priority countries. This assignment offers a unique opportunity to influence global climate resilience programming and drive child-focused innovation at scale
Under the supervision of the UNICEF Global Education Cluster Coordinator and working as a member of the UNICEF-Save the Children Global Education Cluster Team, the purpose of this post is to reinforce UNICEF’s capacity to deliver on its obligations under Education Cannot Wait and DG-ECHO funded initiatives. By providing dedicated technical, coordination and management support, the position will help ensure high-quality implementation, systematic monitoring of results, and timely, accurate communication with donors. It will also play a pivotal role in advancing the GEC’s forthcoming strategy, expected in 2026. At a time when the humanitarian sector is facing significant financial constraints, this role will further bolster UNICEF’s ability to sustain effective partnership engagement and mobilize resources to meet growing needs
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for a consultant to help drive the national rollout of the HPV vaccine in 2026. As Lebanon prepares to introduce this lifesaving vaccine to protect adolescent girls from cervical cancer, strong community trust and awareness will be essential. In partnership with the Ministry of Public Health, WHO, and Gavi, UNICEF is prioritizing Social and Behavior Change Community Engagement to address misconceptions, build confidence, and generate demand. The consultant will support community outreach, training, feedback monitoring, and field implementation - playing a key role in ensuring a successful and impactful vaccine introduction.
UNICEF, in partnership with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, is launching an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of the social service workforce. By strengthening and modernising the Technical Institute for Social Service’s two-year programme, this initiative will lay the groundwork for a full professional pathway—including upcoming Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in social work. The refreshed curriculum will raise professional standards, open doors for academic growth, and support the long-term development of a strong, accredited social service workforce.
This transformation is essential to ensuring vulnerable children and families receive high-quality, safe, and effective support from well-trained, well-supervised professionals who can meet evolving social and protection needs.
UNICEF is seeking a skilled social service specialist to lead this curriculum development effort. If you are passionate about strengthening social services and shaping the next generation of professionals, this consultancy is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Under the overall direction and guidance of the WASH Specialist Cluster Coordinator, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) will manage the IM function of the Cluster at the national level. She/he is responsible for ensuring IM processes effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent, and effective response by participants in the Cluster Working Group that is accountable to those who are affected by the emergency. In their effort to enable an efficient and effective response to the humanitarian crisis, the IM Officer (WASH Cluster) is responsible for managing the collection, analysis and sharing of information that is essential for the WASH Cluster participants to make informed, evidence-based, strategic decisions and for ensuring they are adequately coordinating with the national level.
The JPO will contribute to managing and strengthening partnerships with key public partners through the coordination of high-level advocacy, daily engagement with counterparts, and support to resource mobilization under the supervision of Deputy Team Lead and overall guidance of the Director, Washington DC Office.
The position’s purpose is to provide support in deepening collaboration with key stakeholders and helping to provide an interface for environmental scanning, knowledge exchange, resource mobilization, and policy influence within the scope of assignment. The key result is to ensure greater visibility for UNICEF and influence in support of its mission.
Positions at the P2/NOB level are considered as supportive roles to higher level professionals that are centered on providing research, analysis and recommendations . Therefore, while these positions contribute substantively to organization-wide strategies, they should also be considered as opportunities for incumbents to acquire professional expertise, organizational knowledge and exposure for further career advancement.
The consultant will support UNICEF Guinea-Bissau with delivering the final draft Country Programme Document, with adherence to corporate guidance contained in the UNICEF CPP Guidance Note 2022, as well as the CPD development guidelines and template. Working under the supervision of the UNICEF Guinea-Bissau’s Deputy Representative Programme in collaboration with the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Section, the consultant is expected to collaborate with all Country Office sections and the Regional Office PM&E team (WCARO) to ensure robust internal and external engagement process and collective reflections by country office, through video calls or simple phone calls, with the selected parties during in completing key preparatory phases/documents as part of the country programme planning will be articulated in the Country Programme Document (2027-2031).
The Programme Associate (G‑6) is embedded within Education Programme Section, reporting to the Section Chief, Education. This role bridges operational delivery by liaising regularly with multiple units—Programme, Operations, Finance, Supply—and with external partners (government ministries, NGOs, donors). Depending on the programme priorities, the Incumbent may support sector‑specific teams (e.g., Health, Education, WASH) or cross‑cutting portfolios (e.g., humanitarian action, M&E, emergency preparedness).
