The WASH Officer reports to the WASH Specialist who is at level 3 for supervision. The WASH Officer provides technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the WASH programming process. The Officer prepares, manages and implements a variety of technical and administrative tasks, related to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH output results of the country programme.
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.
Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.
If you are a seasoned technical professional with strong expertise in renewable energy systems and a passion for advancing climate-resilient WASH services in fragile and underserved settings, UNICEF Philippines invites you to apply for the position of Solar Renewable Energy Technical Consultant (WASH) – Tawi-Tawi under the WASH Programme.
This consultancy will provide independent technical oversight and quality assurance for the solarization of a desalination plant and related WASH infrastructure. The role involves reviewing and validating system design, overseeing installation and commissioning, ensuring compliance with national regulations and international best practices, advising on safety and sustainability measures, and documenting lessons learned to support replication and scale-up, contributing to UNICEF’s climate-resilient WASH commitments and improved access to safe water for children and communities in BARMM.
Are you looking for a hands-on experience to expand your knowledge and skills? UNICEF Ghana has an opportunity for young talents to engage as WASH Knowledge Management (KM) Intern to support Knowledge and Information Management for the WASH Program.
The internship aims to strengthen evidence-based programming and enhance organizational learning through effective data management, documentation, and knowledge-sharing processes.
The internship duration is 26 weeks (Part-time work within 12 months). If you are passionate about data-driven impact and learning-oriented programming, we encourage you to apply.
This is a readvertisement of the external VA for replacement of WASH Specialist, NO3 in Sittwe office UNICEF, Myanmar. Interested Myanmar nationals with relevant qualifications and skills are eligible to apply.
Purpose of Activity/Assignment: Objectives
An overall objective of the consultancy is to support UNICEF Kyrgyzstan Country Office in the development the new Country Programme for the period 2028-2032.
Home-based (remote), with at least one mission to Bishkek
The incumbent needs to allocate at least 10 days within indicated period, 15 August 2026 – 30 September 2026.
Location:Albania, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Türkiye, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Republic of Moldova, Romania, Serbia, Ukraine, Greece, Kosovo, Austria, Slovenia, Andorra, Canada, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, San Marino, Slovakia, Vatican City
This consultancy is an opportunity to support five frontrunner countries—Haiti, Kenya, Madagascar, Nigeria, and South Sudan—in documenting the implementation of the Joint Action to Stop Wasting (JASW) and generating evidence-driven learning products. The consultant will provide technical and methodological support across the learning process, including designing data collection approaches, facilitating data gathering and analysis, and preparing country learning briefs and multi‑country thematic briefs. The role also synthesizes cross-country findings to identify common patterns, good practices, and lessons that inform adaptive management and strengthen the JASW partnership model, working under the guidance of global UNICEF and WFP teams.
UNICEF Maldives has an exciting vacancy for a Climate Resilience Officer, NOB (Temporary Appointment) UNICEF MALDIVES (for Maldivian Nationals only) all qualified nationals are invited to apply!
The consultant will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive end-term review of the National Strategy for Infant and Young Child Feeding Sri Lanka 2015-2020, NSPCH 2018–2025 and existing Adolescent Health Strategic Plan providing evidence-based guidance to inform the development of the NSPCH 2026–2035. The scope of work will include desk reviews, stakeholder consultations, contextual analyses, new strategic recommendations and guidance, aligned with national priorities and relevant global frameworks (e.g. the Nurturing Care Framework).
UNICEF China Country Office is seeking a Partnerships Specialist (Innovative Finance) at the NOC level (limited 2 years), based in Beijing, to advance innovative financing solutions for children. Under the supervision of the Chief of Private Sector Partnerships and Fundraising, the incumbent will lead the design and implementation of innovative finance initiatives, engage China-based private-sector partners and financial institutions, and help mobilize and align capital to accelerate results for children in China and beyond.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for an Education Specialist (P3) to support UNICEF’s Education Section across three priority areas:
1. Education in Emergencies response and back‑to‑learning initiatives.
2. Strengthening education sector coordination and supporting the transition toward nexus programming and sustainable systems through platforms such as the Local Education Group .
3. Supporting implementation of the Transition and Resilience Education Fund (TREF) and strengthening national institutional capacity.
Join UNICEF in Advancing Child Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS). This role will be part of the Deputy Representative Programme’s Office. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision and overall guidance of the Deputy Representative Programmes and will collaborate closely with all Programme sections, including dedicated MHPSS specialists or focal points in Health, Child Protection, ADAP, and Education at national level and subnational level, to provide strategic and technical guidance to support the MHPSS intersectoral agenda and related thought leadership across UNICEF programme areas, including its leadership areas in the Ukraine Country Programme 2025-2029 ( Better Start, Better Care, and Better Learning and Skills). The incumbent will also engage key partners (government counterparts, WHO, UNHCR, other UN agencies, CSOs, subject matter experts, academic research institutions, to assist in ensuring that quality MHPSS services are developed, monitored and effectively scaled up and integrated for children, adolescents, and caregivers.
While this position is Kyiv-based, the incumbent should expect to travel to field locations throughout Ukraine as per programmatic needs and in coordination with UNICEF field teams and partners.
The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Supply and Logistics Manager and will be responsible to support achievement of the construction and rehabilitation of school’s facilities, Health centers, latrines and water points, mobilize local communities, in compliance with project's goals and objectives and national standards and innovations in construction techniques.
The UNICEF Venture Fund is seeking a Programme Specialist (Portfolio Strategist, P3) to strategically manage and grow its investment portfolio of frontier technology solutions that drive impact for children. The role will lead portfolio management, company selection, technical assistance coordination, performance tracking, and partnership development to maximize return on investment and scale innovative, open-source solutions globally. This is a unique opportunity to shape emerging technology markets and accelerate results for children through innovation.
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.
The United Nations Children’s Fund in Cambodia is looking for an international consultant to provide support in generating evidence for learning on key elements of UNICEF’s response to, and preparation for, the 2025-2026 Cambodia border crisis. The AAR findings, conclusions and recommendations will provide insights and lessons to inform the transition to recovery and future emergency preparedness and response. The exercise is internal in nature, intended to inform UNICEF preparedness for future emergencies and/or flare-ups of the current conflict.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference for children in Cambodia, UNICEF would like to hear from you.
The consultancy aims to update the 2024 Landscape Analysis of Large-Scale Food Fortification (LSFF) in Indonesia to reflect progress from 2024–2026, including developments in regulations, industry compliance, monitoring, and coordination.
The WASH Officer reports to the WASH Specialist who is at level 3 for supervision. The WASH Officer provides technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the WASH programming process. The Officer prepares, manages and implements a variety of technical and administrative tasks, related to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH output results of the country programme.
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.
Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.
If you are a seasoned technical professional with strong expertise in renewable energy systems and a passion for advancing climate-resilient WASH services in fragile and underserved settings, UNICEF Philippines invites you to apply for the position of Solar Renewable Energy Technical Consultant (WASH) – Tawi-Tawi under the WASH Programme.
This consultancy will provide independent technical oversight and quality assurance for the solarization of a desalination plant and related WASH infrastructure. The role involves reviewing and validating system design, overseeing installation and commissioning, ensuring compliance with national regulations and international best practices, advising on safety and sustainability measures, and documenting lessons learned to support replication and scale-up, contributing to UNICEF’s climate-resilient WASH commitments and improved access to safe water for children and communities in BARMM.
Are you looking for a hands-on experience to expand your knowledge and skills? UNICEF Ghana has an opportunity for young talents to engage as WASH Knowledge Management (KM) Intern to support Knowledge and Information Management for the WASH Program.
The internship aims to strengthen evidence-based programming and enhance organizational learning through effective data management, documentation, and knowledge-sharing processes.
The internship duration is 26 weeks (Part-time work within 12 months). If you are passionate about data-driven impact and learning-oriented programming, we encourage you to apply.
This is a readvertisement of the external VA for replacement of WASH Specialist, NO3 in Sittwe office UNICEF, Myanmar. Interested Myanmar nationals with relevant qualifications and skills are eligible to apply.
Purpose of Activity/Assignment: Objectives
An overall objective of the consultancy is to support UNICEF Kyrgyzstan Country Office in the development the new Country Programme for the period 2028-2032.
Home-based (remote), with at least one mission to Bishkek
The incumbent needs to allocate at least 10 days within indicated period, 15 August 2026 – 30 September 2026.
Location:Albania, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Türkiye, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Republic of Moldova, Romania, Serbia, Ukraine, Greece, Kosovo, Austria, Slovenia, Andorra, Canada, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, San Marino, Slovakia, Vatican City
This consultancy is an opportunity to support five frontrunner countries—Haiti, Kenya, Madagascar, Nigeria, and South Sudan—in documenting the implementation of the Joint Action to Stop Wasting (JASW) and generating evidence-driven learning products. The consultant will provide technical and methodological support across the learning process, including designing data collection approaches, facilitating data gathering and analysis, and preparing country learning briefs and multi‑country thematic briefs. The role also synthesizes cross-country findings to identify common patterns, good practices, and lessons that inform adaptive management and strengthen the JASW partnership model, working under the guidance of global UNICEF and WFP teams.
UNICEF Maldives has an exciting vacancy for a Climate Resilience Officer, NOB (Temporary Appointment) UNICEF MALDIVES (for Maldivian Nationals only) all qualified nationals are invited to apply!
The consultant will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive end-term review of the National Strategy for Infant and Young Child Feeding Sri Lanka 2015-2020, NSPCH 2018–2025 and existing Adolescent Health Strategic Plan providing evidence-based guidance to inform the development of the NSPCH 2026–2035. The scope of work will include desk reviews, stakeholder consultations, contextual analyses, new strategic recommendations and guidance, aligned with national priorities and relevant global frameworks (e.g. the Nurturing Care Framework).
UNICEF China Country Office is seeking a Partnerships Specialist (Innovative Finance) at the NOC level (limited 2 years), based in Beijing, to advance innovative financing solutions for children. Under the supervision of the Chief of Private Sector Partnerships and Fundraising, the incumbent will lead the design and implementation of innovative finance initiatives, engage China-based private-sector partners and financial institutions, and help mobilize and align capital to accelerate results for children in China and beyond.
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for an Education Specialist (P3) to support UNICEF’s Education Section across three priority areas:
1. Education in Emergencies response and back‑to‑learning initiatives.
2. Strengthening education sector coordination and supporting the transition toward nexus programming and sustainable systems through platforms such as the Local Education Group .
3. Supporting implementation of the Transition and Resilience Education Fund (TREF) and strengthening national institutional capacity.
Join UNICEF in Advancing Child Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS). This role will be part of the Deputy Representative Programme’s Office. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision and overall guidance of the Deputy Representative Programmes and will collaborate closely with all Programme sections, including dedicated MHPSS specialists or focal points in Health, Child Protection, ADAP, and Education at national level and subnational level, to provide strategic and technical guidance to support the MHPSS intersectoral agenda and related thought leadership across UNICEF programme areas, including its leadership areas in the Ukraine Country Programme 2025-2029 ( Better Start, Better Care, and Better Learning and Skills). The incumbent will also engage key partners (government counterparts, WHO, UNHCR, other UN agencies, CSOs, subject matter experts, academic research institutions, to assist in ensuring that quality MHPSS services are developed, monitored and effectively scaled up and integrated for children, adolescents, and caregivers.
While this position is Kyiv-based, the incumbent should expect to travel to field locations throughout Ukraine as per programmatic needs and in coordination with UNICEF field teams and partners.
The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Supply and Logistics Manager and will be responsible to support achievement of the construction and rehabilitation of school’s facilities, Health centers, latrines and water points, mobilize local communities, in compliance with project's goals and objectives and national standards and innovations in construction techniques.
The UNICEF Venture Fund is seeking a Programme Specialist (Portfolio Strategist, P3) to strategically manage and grow its investment portfolio of frontier technology solutions that drive impact for children. The role will lead portfolio management, company selection, technical assistance coordination, performance tracking, and partnership development to maximize return on investment and scale innovative, open-source solutions globally. This is a unique opportunity to shape emerging technology markets and accelerate results for children through innovation.
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.
The United Nations Children’s Fund in Cambodia is looking for an international consultant to provide support in generating evidence for learning on key elements of UNICEF’s response to, and preparation for, the 2025-2026 Cambodia border crisis. The AAR findings, conclusions and recommendations will provide insights and lessons to inform the transition to recovery and future emergency preparedness and response. The exercise is internal in nature, intended to inform UNICEF preparedness for future emergencies and/or flare-ups of the current conflict.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference for children in Cambodia, UNICEF would like to hear from you.
The consultancy aims to update the 2024 Landscape Analysis of Large-Scale Food Fortification (LSFF) in Indonesia to reflect progress from 2024–2026, including developments in regulations, industry compliance, monitoring, and coordination.
