UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture., coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
The primary aim of this consultancy is to provide technical and coordination support for the operationalization of the National MHH Coordination Taskforce, ensuring alignment with the endorsed roadmap and integration of MHH into national systems, policies, and monitoring frameworks .
The consultant will report to UNICEF JCO WASH section, in close collaboration with Gender team and the Ministry of Education, ender and Strategic Partnerships Division.
UNICEF Zambia Country Office is looking for a dynamic and dedicated professional who work under the supervision of Chief of WASH to provides a broad range of administrative, operational, and procedural support to the section. Incumbent facilitates the implementation, monitoring, and delivery of programme results by ensuring timely and effective execution of tasks aligned with UNICEF rules and regulations. The incumbent may support one or more programme areas or cross-functional initiatives and often works in coordination with other sections.
UNICEF Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a National Consultant for Monitoring and Evaluation of ILC WASH and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
The Global Roster of Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Early Warning Systems (EWS), and Anticipatory Action (AA) Experts will support the Climate Resilience Centre of Excellence (CoE) during its establishment phase by strengthening UNICEF’s technical capacity on child-sensitive disaster risk management. Consultants on the roster will support UNICEF Offices and government partners to design, implement, and scale child-responsive DRR programmes that effectively integrate early warning systems and anticipatory action.
In partnership with the South African Department of Basic Education (DBE), The Education Outcomes Fund (EOF) launched the South Africa ECCE Outcomes Fund (“Fund 1.0”) in December 2025. Over three years, five implementing partners (IPs) will open around 1.4k new Early learning programmes (ELPs) and support around 600 existing ones throughout the country. The Outcomes fund is a form of outcomes-based financing, wherein payment to IPs is dependent on their progress towards pre-specified target outcomes. Under this model, EOF, IPs, and pre-financers providing working capital and performance management to the IPs, will frequently collect monitoring and evaluation data related to the interventions.
Fund 1.0 was developed as a way to learn about how to improve ECCE quality, to provide space for innovation, and as an opportunity for the DBE to broaden partnerships with non-state ECCE providers. Towards the scaling objectives of the 2030 ECD strategy and as outlined in the Bana Pele Blueprint, the DBE and EOF are interested in surfacing learnings from Fund 1.0 to inform the design of a future outcomes fund (“ELP Fund 2.0”). To support that effort, EOF is looking to collaborate with a consultant who will serve as a full-time member of the South Africa country team, to lead the learning, scaling, and evidence synthesis agenda for Fund 1.0.
UNICEF Côte d'Ivoire is seeking a highly skilled Gender Programme Specialist to drive our efforts in achieving gender equality and promoting the empowerment of women and girls. As a key member of our team, you will provide technical guidance and operational support to advance gender programming across sectors and ensure that our programs are efficiently, effectively and equitably responsive to the needs of women, girls, and marginalized communities. If you are a strategic thinker with a commitment to social justice and passionate about creating a brighter, more just and equal world, we want to hear from you!
UNICEF Cambodia is seeking an international consultant for Proposal development for Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) on social sectors for children in Cambodia. The role requires at least an advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in climate change, disaster risk management, environmental science, climate finance or social sciences or other relevant fields of study along with at least 8 years of professional experience in climate change, climate finance, loss and damage or disaster risk management or related fields. Experience in conducting research or previous work on loss and damage is preferred.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference for children and promoting inclusive development, we invite you to apply and join our mission.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Nutrition consultant and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Nutrition consultant for Nutrition sensitive food systems and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Chief Field Office Agadez, the Administrative Associate is responsible for executing a broad variety of procedural and specialized administrative tasks for the respective section requiring in-depth knowledge of UNICEF administrative procedures, processes and policies.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for a Knowledge Management Consultant to facilitate, support, coordinate, monitor and report on the implementation and the community engagement activities of the ROTA project activities through relevant reporting systems and modalities.
Pakistan Country Office is seeking an experienced Communication Officer responsible for supporting the implementation of communication strategies and activities to strengthen polio eradication efforts in Pakistan. The role focuses on planning, executing, and monitoring communication interventions that mobilize communities, enhance public awareness, and ensure trust in vaccination campaigns.
UNICEF Timor-Leste is seeking for an International Immunization Consultant to strengthen the capacity of Timor-Leste Ministry of Health (MoH), particularly EPI (Expanded Programme on Immunization)'s staff and other key immunisation-related staff and bodies, including the Timor-Leste National Immunization Technical Advisory Group (NITAG) and National Technical EPI Working Group in policy decision-making, planning and safe and effective implementation of the National Immunization Programme.
UNICEF Nigeria Field Office in Bauchi, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Health Specialist and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team
The Private Sector Fundraising and Partnerships (PSFP) section within UNICEF’s Private Fundraising and Partnerships Division (PFP) works with National Committees and country offices to maximize income and continued growth. There are five teams within the PSFP section, including Global Philanthropy.
The purpose of the Global Philanthropy team is to drive income growth from major donors (UHNWI/HNWI) and family foundations. The team will lead the development of these new opportunities and will support countries to grow this income stream as well as develop relationships at a global level with high value individual donors, and family and private foundations.
For Global Philanthropy, there is an ongoing requirement at the market level to support prospect research, portfolio optimization, wealth screenings and the establishment of strong portfolio management business practices (KPIs) and a change management plan to support pipeline development and create greater consistency in donor management, prospect qualification and accountability for fundraisers and philanthropy staff.
The consultant will provide technical support to MOYA on the implementation of programmes under the Department of Youth Empowerment, working closely with the technical teams of UNICEF, Ministry of Labour and Public Service (MIFOTRA), and other partners. Specifically, the consultant will:
(1) Support planning, implementation, and reporting on programmes for youth, aimed at enhancing school-to-work transition and social impact in their communities.
(2) Provide technical support to MOYA and UNICEF to ensure the design and implementation of programmes are aligned with relevant national policies, strategies, and priorities.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for a Programme Associate (Budget) GS-6 to support with a range of support functions to help develop, implement and monitor the budget elements of the country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
UNICEF Romania invites qualified candidates to express their interest to be included in the roster of consultants for child rights monitoring specialists. They might be contracted to provide technical assistance/advice to UNICEF in delivering specific products in relation with the three areas mentioned above.
The purpose of this consultant roster is to engage professionals with relevant expertise who can be deployed on short-term assignments to provide technical assistance/advice across a broad range child rights monitoring work. The roster will allow for rapid mobilization of expert services in accordance with the programming needs.
Specific deliverables will be developed for each future collaboration opportunity.
The Child Protection Officer (GBV) reports to the Child Protection Specialist (GBV) at Level P3. The Child Protection Officer (GBV) provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for child protection and Gender Based Violence programmes/projects within the Country Programme from development planning to delivery of results.
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture., coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
The primary aim of this consultancy is to provide technical and coordination support for the operationalization of the National MHH Coordination Taskforce, ensuring alignment with the endorsed roadmap and integration of MHH into national systems, policies, and monitoring frameworks .
The consultant will report to UNICEF JCO WASH section, in close collaboration with Gender team and the Ministry of Education, ender and Strategic Partnerships Division.
UNICEF Zambia Country Office is looking for a dynamic and dedicated professional who work under the supervision of Chief of WASH to provides a broad range of administrative, operational, and procedural support to the section. Incumbent facilitates the implementation, monitoring, and delivery of programme results by ensuring timely and effective execution of tasks aligned with UNICEF rules and regulations. The incumbent may support one or more programme areas or cross-functional initiatives and often works in coordination with other sections.
UNICEF Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a National Consultant for Monitoring and Evaluation of ILC WASH and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
The Global Roster of Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Early Warning Systems (EWS), and Anticipatory Action (AA) Experts will support the Climate Resilience Centre of Excellence (CoE) during its establishment phase by strengthening UNICEF’s technical capacity on child-sensitive disaster risk management. Consultants on the roster will support UNICEF Offices and government partners to design, implement, and scale child-responsive DRR programmes that effectively integrate early warning systems and anticipatory action.
In partnership with the South African Department of Basic Education (DBE), The Education Outcomes Fund (EOF) launched the South Africa ECCE Outcomes Fund (“Fund 1.0”) in December 2025. Over three years, five implementing partners (IPs) will open around 1.4k new Early learning programmes (ELPs) and support around 600 existing ones throughout the country. The Outcomes fund is a form of outcomes-based financing, wherein payment to IPs is dependent on their progress towards pre-specified target outcomes. Under this model, EOF, IPs, and pre-financers providing working capital and performance management to the IPs, will frequently collect monitoring and evaluation data related to the interventions.
Fund 1.0 was developed as a way to learn about how to improve ECCE quality, to provide space for innovation, and as an opportunity for the DBE to broaden partnerships with non-state ECCE providers. Towards the scaling objectives of the 2030 ECD strategy and as outlined in the Bana Pele Blueprint, the DBE and EOF are interested in surfacing learnings from Fund 1.0 to inform the design of a future outcomes fund (“ELP Fund 2.0”). To support that effort, EOF is looking to collaborate with a consultant who will serve as a full-time member of the South Africa country team, to lead the learning, scaling, and evidence synthesis agenda for Fund 1.0.
UNICEF Côte d'Ivoire is seeking a highly skilled Gender Programme Specialist to drive our efforts in achieving gender equality and promoting the empowerment of women and girls. As a key member of our team, you will provide technical guidance and operational support to advance gender programming across sectors and ensure that our programs are efficiently, effectively and equitably responsive to the needs of women, girls, and marginalized communities. If you are a strategic thinker with a commitment to social justice and passionate about creating a brighter, more just and equal world, we want to hear from you!
UNICEF Cambodia is seeking an international consultant for Proposal development for Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) on social sectors for children in Cambodia. The role requires at least an advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in climate change, disaster risk management, environmental science, climate finance or social sciences or other relevant fields of study along with at least 8 years of professional experience in climate change, climate finance, loss and damage or disaster risk management or related fields. Experience in conducting research or previous work on loss and damage is preferred.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference for children and promoting inclusive development, we invite you to apply and join our mission.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Nutrition consultant and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
UNICEF Nigeria in Abuja, is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Nutrition consultant for Nutrition sensitive food systems and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Chief Field Office Agadez, the Administrative Associate is responsible for executing a broad variety of procedural and specialized administrative tasks for the respective section requiring in-depth knowledge of UNICEF administrative procedures, processes and policies.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for a Knowledge Management Consultant to facilitate, support, coordinate, monitor and report on the implementation and the community engagement activities of the ROTA project activities through relevant reporting systems and modalities.
Pakistan Country Office is seeking an experienced Communication Officer responsible for supporting the implementation of communication strategies and activities to strengthen polio eradication efforts in Pakistan. The role focuses on planning, executing, and monitoring communication interventions that mobilize communities, enhance public awareness, and ensure trust in vaccination campaigns.
UNICEF Timor-Leste is seeking for an International Immunization Consultant to strengthen the capacity of Timor-Leste Ministry of Health (MoH), particularly EPI (Expanded Programme on Immunization)'s staff and other key immunisation-related staff and bodies, including the Timor-Leste National Immunization Technical Advisory Group (NITAG) and National Technical EPI Working Group in policy decision-making, planning and safe and effective implementation of the National Immunization Programme.
UNICEF Nigeria Field Office in Bauchi, Nigeria is seeking a passionate and committed person to work in the role of a Health Specialist and invites applications from highly motivated and committed persons who want to contribute to results for children. If you are that person, we encourage you to apply and become part of a highly motivated and committed team
The Private Sector Fundraising and Partnerships (PSFP) section within UNICEF’s Private Fundraising and Partnerships Division (PFP) works with National Committees and country offices to maximize income and continued growth. There are five teams within the PSFP section, including Global Philanthropy.
The purpose of the Global Philanthropy team is to drive income growth from major donors (UHNWI/HNWI) and family foundations. The team will lead the development of these new opportunities and will support countries to grow this income stream as well as develop relationships at a global level with high value individual donors, and family and private foundations.
For Global Philanthropy, there is an ongoing requirement at the market level to support prospect research, portfolio optimization, wealth screenings and the establishment of strong portfolio management business practices (KPIs) and a change management plan to support pipeline development and create greater consistency in donor management, prospect qualification and accountability for fundraisers and philanthropy staff.
The consultant will provide technical support to MOYA on the implementation of programmes under the Department of Youth Empowerment, working closely with the technical teams of UNICEF, Ministry of Labour and Public Service (MIFOTRA), and other partners. Specifically, the consultant will:
(1) Support planning, implementation, and reporting on programmes for youth, aimed at enhancing school-to-work transition and social impact in their communities.
(2) Provide technical support to MOYA and UNICEF to ensure the design and implementation of programmes are aligned with relevant national policies, strategies, and priorities.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for a Programme Associate (Budget) GS-6 to support with a range of support functions to help develop, implement and monitor the budget elements of the country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
UNICEF Romania invites qualified candidates to express their interest to be included in the roster of consultants for child rights monitoring specialists. They might be contracted to provide technical assistance/advice to UNICEF in delivering specific products in relation with the three areas mentioned above.
The purpose of this consultant roster is to engage professionals with relevant expertise who can be deployed on short-term assignments to provide technical assistance/advice across a broad range child rights monitoring work. The roster will allow for rapid mobilization of expert services in accordance with the programming needs.
Specific deliverables will be developed for each future collaboration opportunity.
The Child Protection Officer (GBV) reports to the Child Protection Specialist (GBV) at Level P3. The Child Protection Officer (GBV) provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for child protection and Gender Based Violence programmes/projects within the Country Programme from development planning to delivery of results.
