The consultant will design and implement a mixed-methods evidence synthesis that reviews UNICEF’s WASH systems strengthening support in a select number of countries. The assignment will analyze how support has been delivered, what outputs were produced, what changes in systems and service outcomes are plausibly linked to UNICEF support, and what lessons should shape UNICEF’s future systems strengthening off
Objectifs :
Appuyer le Gouvernement de la Côte d'Ivoire et le Secrétariat Technique dans l'élaboration d'une Stratégie nationale de mobilisation des financements du secteur WASH et de sa feuille de route opérationnelle, en vue de renforcer durablement le financement du secteur et d'accélérer l'accès équitable, résilient et durable aux services
d'eau, d'hygiène et d'assainissement
The Chief of WASH will provide the leadership needed to enable the Country Office to achieve the WASH-related output results of the country programme. This, in turn, will contribute to the achievement of the outcome results of the Country Programme Document. When done effectively, the achievement of the outcome results will improve child survival, growth and development and reduce inequalities in the country.
The ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in DRC poses a significant cross-border risk to Rwanda. UNICEF Rwanda, in line with the Government-led preparedness approach, is supporting national efforts to strengthen Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and infection prevention and control (IPC) systems to prevent and respond to a potential outbreak. Current priorities include strengthening IPC in healthcare facilities, scaling up WASH services, enhancing community-based preparedness, and ensuring continuity of essential services. To support these efforts, UNICEF plans to engage an experienced individual consultant to provide technical assistance to the Ministry of Health (MoH)/Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), line government agencies and partners at the national and sub-nationals in strengthening WASH and IPC preparedness, prevention, and response capacities for EVD.
Education Cannot Wait (ECW) is looking for a highly motivated Programme Specialist (Safeguarding) to support and strengthen ECW’s safeguarding work across its global humanitarian education portfolio. Under the general guidance and supervision of the Chief of Education, the incumbent will play a critical role within the Programme Delivery and Quality Team, conducting Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) assessments of partner organizations, managing safeguarding incidents and concerns involving partners, and supporting safeguarding capacity-strengthening initiatives. Working closely with colleagues across the Programme Delivery and Quality, Finance, Risk & Operations, Evidence, Results and Reporting, and Partnerships, Advocacy and Resource Mobilization teams, the Programme Specialist will also engage with UNICEF colleagues through cross-divisional safeguarding forums and collaborate with ECW-funded partners to promote safe, accountable and child-centered programming.
Reporting to the Deputy Representative, the Chief Child Survival and Development (CSD) is responsible for leading UNICEF Iraq’s efforts to improve child survival and development outcomes through the strategic integration of Health, Nutrition, and WASH programming.
The Programme Associate, GS-6, based in Hargeisa and reporting to the WASH Specialist, provides technical, operational and administrative support for the implementation of WASH programme activities. The role focuses on drinking water supply, sanitation infrastructure, and WASH hardware projects, while strengthening coordination with local authorities and ensuring quality, accountability and effective programme delivery across Somaliland.
Desarrollar Sistematización para la gestión adecuada de desechos sólidos y de servicios agua, saneamiento e higiene (ASH), en el marco conceptual de WASHFIT1 (Herramienta para el mejoramiento progresivo de servicios de ASH, de UNICEF y OMS), recopilando y analizando buenas prácticas, brechas y recomendaciones para contribuir a procesos de estandarización y fortalecimiento de los Establecimientos de Salud (ES), así como para favorecer el escalamiento de dichas prácticas a nivel nacional, en el marco de las políticas de salud del Gobierno de Honduras.
Launched in 2022, the Bangsamoro Education Reform and Development Plan (BERDP) 2035 of the Ministry of
Basic, Higher, and Technical Education (MBHTE) is a long-term, comprehensive strategic framework that serves
as the first blueprint for transforming the education system in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), grounded in the Bangsamoro Education Code and aligned with the Bangsamoro Organic
Law and Sustainable Development Goal 4. It envisions a rights-based, inclusive, and culturally relevant education
system that ensures “no child is left behind” and promotes the aspiration of “one professional per Bangsamoro
family,” positioning education as a key driver of peace, moral governance, and socio-economic development.
Developed through a participatory, evidence-based process with strong support from partners such as UNICEF
and UNESCO, BERDP 2035 outlines systemic reforms in access, quality, governance, and data-driven decision making, aiming to create an equitable, resilient, and learner-centered education sector that responds to the
unique needs and identity of the Bangsamoro people. To respond to the said bottlenecks, this consultancy aims to directly provide technical expertise and support to
MBHTE in: Updating the situational analysis section of the BERDP 2035 to capture and reflect recent and current
data on education in BARMM;
• Improving the Plan’s M&E Framework by providing accurate data on baseline and targets;
• Enhancing the Plan’s Financial Framework by presenting funding requirements and budget projections that are responsive to the real needs and situation of the education sector in BARMM
• Establishing coordination mechanisms (including the establishment and activation of Bangsamoro Education Board) to monitor the operationalization of BERDP 2035.
Strategic Scoping, Impact Assessment and Programme Design Consultancy for a Digital Literacy and Skills Initiative for Affected Communities, Digital Impact Division, Digital Empowerment in Emergencies, Valencia, Spain, remote without travel, 2 months
Are you ready to help shape safe, resilient and child-friendly spaces across the Pacific? UNICEF Pacific is seeking a motivated Construction Officer to join our team in Suva, Fiji, and provide technical support to construction activities that directly contribute to better services and outcomes for children and communities. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate with a background in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or a related field, and experience in project monitoring, site supervision, quality assurance or construction project management. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure, working with government and programme partners, and using your technical expertise to make a meaningful difference for every child, we encourage you to apply.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support field-level data collection for the design and piloting of the School Management and Early Warning System (EWS) in primary schools across the Sahrawi refugee camps. Consultants will work under the supervision of the National Consultant and UNICEF Education team to collect high-quality quantitative and qualitative data from schools, teachers, students, and community stakeholders.
UNICEF Bolivia requiere contratar los servicios de un/una profesional para el servicio de consultoría en Organización, sistematización, facilitación y publicación de los eventos realizados. La consultoría tiene una duración de 85 días y sede en La Paz con viajes al interior del país.
Objectifs de la mission:
Apporter un appui technique aux parties prenantes de la composante 2 du programme PASEREC et assurer la coordination des activités en lien étroit avec l'unité de coordination.
PASEREC: un accord tripartite de financement et d’exécution a été signé entre la Banque Africaine de Développement (BAD), la République du Burundi et l’UNICEF pour la mise en œuvre de la composante 2 du Programme d’Appui au Secteur de l’Eau et au Renforcement de la Résilience au Changement Climatique
UNICEF Syria is seeking a qualified consultant to support the Country Office and the Ministry of Health in strengthening evidence-based programming to address child malnutrition. The assignment will focus on analyzing nutrition trends and translating complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Key responsibilities include conducting a comprehensive comparative analysis of nutrition indicators from the SMART 2023 and SMART 2025 surveys, and presenting findings through innovative, visually compelling formats such as infographics tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences. Building on this analysis, the consultant will develop strategic, evidence-based recommendations to support national efforts to reverse the rising trend of wasting in Syria.
Benin is a middle-income country that faces many challenges in guaranteeing the rights of everychild. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), ithas significant disparities between urban and rural areas, and between girls and boys. Since 1977,UNICEF has been working closely with the government, civil society, technical and financialpartners, young people and communities to improve access to education, health services,protection, water, sanitation, nutrition and social policies for children.The 2024-2026 cooperation program pays particular attention to girls' education, protectionagainst violence, community health, and the fight against child labor. Present in the field throughits offices in Cotonou, Natitingou and Parakou, UNICEF is committed to working alongside themost vulnerable communities to guarantee concrete, lasting results.Social Policy is a standalone section.
As part of its efforts to reduce the number of OOSC children, the Federal Ministry of Education through the Director of Basic Education has requested UNICEF to support the development of the OOSC policy and strategy for Nigeria.
This will be built on the OOSC Framework that was developed in 2022 while incorporating emerging evidence and the changing context since 2022. The consultant will also work with FME, State governments and partners to map the number and location of non-formal learning centers.
To support this request from FME, UNICEF seeks a consultant to undertake the work which will contribute to UNICEF’s country programme for 2026 – 2027.
Child marriage among Roma communities in Eastern Europe and Central Asia persists at high rates, driven by systemic exclusion rather than cultural tradition. UNICEF is seeking a consultant to produce a scoping review, a regional framework, and an advocacy policy paper targeting EU inclusion strategies. This initiative aims to equip UNICEF with evidence-based tools to ensure the protection and inclusion of Roma girls by 2030.
By being the Chief Social Policy you will report to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. You will be responsible for leading, managing and supervising all stages of Economic and Social Policy programming and related advocacy, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. This includes programmes aimed at improving (a) public policies to reduce monetary and multidimensional child poverty; (b) inclusive, shock-responsive social protection systems and programmes; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments, domestic financing and financial management; (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services, and (e) livelihoods and economic opportunities as per new UNICEF Strategic Plan. This encompasses both direct programme work with government (central and at subnational levels), international financial institutions, development partners, and civil society partners, as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, nutrition, child protection, and water and sanitation.
Join us at UNICEF Pakistan as a Risk & Safeguarding Manager where you will play a critical role in ensuring UNICEF Pakistan adheres to high level of accountability and proactively identify, assess and respond to the risks associated with the achievement of its goal and results.
The consultant will design and implement a mixed-methods evidence synthesis that reviews UNICEF’s WASH systems strengthening support in a select number of countries. The assignment will analyze how support has been delivered, what outputs were produced, what changes in systems and service outcomes are plausibly linked to UNICEF support, and what lessons should shape UNICEF’s future systems strengthening off
Objectifs :
Appuyer le Gouvernement de la Côte d'Ivoire et le Secrétariat Technique dans l'élaboration d'une Stratégie nationale de mobilisation des financements du secteur WASH et de sa feuille de route opérationnelle, en vue de renforcer durablement le financement du secteur et d'accélérer l'accès équitable, résilient et durable aux services
d'eau, d'hygiène et d'assainissement
The Chief of WASH will provide the leadership needed to enable the Country Office to achieve the WASH-related output results of the country programme. This, in turn, will contribute to the achievement of the outcome results of the Country Programme Document. When done effectively, the achievement of the outcome results will improve child survival, growth and development and reduce inequalities in the country.
The ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in DRC poses a significant cross-border risk to Rwanda. UNICEF Rwanda, in line with the Government-led preparedness approach, is supporting national efforts to strengthen Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and infection prevention and control (IPC) systems to prevent and respond to a potential outbreak. Current priorities include strengthening IPC in healthcare facilities, scaling up WASH services, enhancing community-based preparedness, and ensuring continuity of essential services. To support these efforts, UNICEF plans to engage an experienced individual consultant to provide technical assistance to the Ministry of Health (MoH)/Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), line government agencies and partners at the national and sub-nationals in strengthening WASH and IPC preparedness, prevention, and response capacities for EVD.
Education Cannot Wait (ECW) is looking for a highly motivated Programme Specialist (Safeguarding) to support and strengthen ECW’s safeguarding work across its global humanitarian education portfolio. Under the general guidance and supervision of the Chief of Education, the incumbent will play a critical role within the Programme Delivery and Quality Team, conducting Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) assessments of partner organizations, managing safeguarding incidents and concerns involving partners, and supporting safeguarding capacity-strengthening initiatives. Working closely with colleagues across the Programme Delivery and Quality, Finance, Risk & Operations, Evidence, Results and Reporting, and Partnerships, Advocacy and Resource Mobilization teams, the Programme Specialist will also engage with UNICEF colleagues through cross-divisional safeguarding forums and collaborate with ECW-funded partners to promote safe, accountable and child-centered programming.
Reporting to the Deputy Representative, the Chief Child Survival and Development (CSD) is responsible for leading UNICEF Iraq’s efforts to improve child survival and development outcomes through the strategic integration of Health, Nutrition, and WASH programming.
The Programme Associate, GS-6, based in Hargeisa and reporting to the WASH Specialist, provides technical, operational and administrative support for the implementation of WASH programme activities. The role focuses on drinking water supply, sanitation infrastructure, and WASH hardware projects, while strengthening coordination with local authorities and ensuring quality, accountability and effective programme delivery across Somaliland.
Desarrollar Sistematización para la gestión adecuada de desechos sólidos y de servicios agua, saneamiento e higiene (ASH), en el marco conceptual de WASHFIT1 (Herramienta para el mejoramiento progresivo de servicios de ASH, de UNICEF y OMS), recopilando y analizando buenas prácticas, brechas y recomendaciones para contribuir a procesos de estandarización y fortalecimiento de los Establecimientos de Salud (ES), así como para favorecer el escalamiento de dichas prácticas a nivel nacional, en el marco de las políticas de salud del Gobierno de Honduras.
Launched in 2022, the Bangsamoro Education Reform and Development Plan (BERDP) 2035 of the Ministry of
Basic, Higher, and Technical Education (MBHTE) is a long-term, comprehensive strategic framework that serves
as the first blueprint for transforming the education system in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), grounded in the Bangsamoro Education Code and aligned with the Bangsamoro Organic
Law and Sustainable Development Goal 4. It envisions a rights-based, inclusive, and culturally relevant education
system that ensures “no child is left behind” and promotes the aspiration of “one professional per Bangsamoro
family,” positioning education as a key driver of peace, moral governance, and socio-economic development.
Developed through a participatory, evidence-based process with strong support from partners such as UNICEF
and UNESCO, BERDP 2035 outlines systemic reforms in access, quality, governance, and data-driven decision making, aiming to create an equitable, resilient, and learner-centered education sector that responds to the
unique needs and identity of the Bangsamoro people. To respond to the said bottlenecks, this consultancy aims to directly provide technical expertise and support to
MBHTE in: Updating the situational analysis section of the BERDP 2035 to capture and reflect recent and current
data on education in BARMM;
• Improving the Plan’s M&E Framework by providing accurate data on baseline and targets;
• Enhancing the Plan’s Financial Framework by presenting funding requirements and budget projections that are responsive to the real needs and situation of the education sector in BARMM
• Establishing coordination mechanisms (including the establishment and activation of Bangsamoro Education Board) to monitor the operationalization of BERDP 2035.
Strategic Scoping, Impact Assessment and Programme Design Consultancy for a Digital Literacy and Skills Initiative for Affected Communities, Digital Impact Division, Digital Empowerment in Emergencies, Valencia, Spain, remote without travel, 2 months
Are you ready to help shape safe, resilient and child-friendly spaces across the Pacific? UNICEF Pacific is seeking a motivated Construction Officer to join our team in Suva, Fiji, and provide technical support to construction activities that directly contribute to better services and outcomes for children and communities. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate with a background in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or a related field, and experience in project monitoring, site supervision, quality assurance or construction project management. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure, working with government and programme partners, and using your technical expertise to make a meaningful difference for every child, we encourage you to apply.
The purpose of this consultancy is to support field-level data collection for the design and piloting of the School Management and Early Warning System (EWS) in primary schools across the Sahrawi refugee camps. Consultants will work under the supervision of the National Consultant and UNICEF Education team to collect high-quality quantitative and qualitative data from schools, teachers, students, and community stakeholders.
UNICEF Bolivia requiere contratar los servicios de un/una profesional para el servicio de consultoría en Organización, sistematización, facilitación y publicación de los eventos realizados. La consultoría tiene una duración de 85 días y sede en La Paz con viajes al interior del país.
Objectifs de la mission:
Apporter un appui technique aux parties prenantes de la composante 2 du programme PASEREC et assurer la coordination des activités en lien étroit avec l'unité de coordination.
PASEREC: un accord tripartite de financement et d’exécution a été signé entre la Banque Africaine de Développement (BAD), la République du Burundi et l’UNICEF pour la mise en œuvre de la composante 2 du Programme d’Appui au Secteur de l’Eau et au Renforcement de la Résilience au Changement Climatique
UNICEF Syria is seeking a qualified consultant to support the Country Office and the Ministry of Health in strengthening evidence-based programming to address child malnutrition. The assignment will focus on analyzing nutrition trends and translating complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Key responsibilities include conducting a comprehensive comparative analysis of nutrition indicators from the SMART 2023 and SMART 2025 surveys, and presenting findings through innovative, visually compelling formats such as infographics tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences. Building on this analysis, the consultant will develop strategic, evidence-based recommendations to support national efforts to reverse the rising trend of wasting in Syria.
Benin is a middle-income country that faces many challenges in guaranteeing the rights of everychild. Ranked 158th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index (UNDP, 2021/2022), ithas significant disparities between urban and rural areas, and between girls and boys. Since 1977,UNICEF has been working closely with the government, civil society, technical and financialpartners, young people and communities to improve access to education, health services,protection, water, sanitation, nutrition and social policies for children.The 2024-2026 cooperation program pays particular attention to girls' education, protectionagainst violence, community health, and the fight against child labor. Present in the field throughits offices in Cotonou, Natitingou and Parakou, UNICEF is committed to working alongside themost vulnerable communities to guarantee concrete, lasting results.Social Policy is a standalone section.
As part of its efforts to reduce the number of OOSC children, the Federal Ministry of Education through the Director of Basic Education has requested UNICEF to support the development of the OOSC policy and strategy for Nigeria.
This will be built on the OOSC Framework that was developed in 2022 while incorporating emerging evidence and the changing context since 2022. The consultant will also work with FME, State governments and partners to map the number and location of non-formal learning centers.
To support this request from FME, UNICEF seeks a consultant to undertake the work which will contribute to UNICEF’s country programme for 2026 – 2027.
Child marriage among Roma communities in Eastern Europe and Central Asia persists at high rates, driven by systemic exclusion rather than cultural tradition. UNICEF is seeking a consultant to produce a scoping review, a regional framework, and an advocacy policy paper targeting EU inclusion strategies. This initiative aims to equip UNICEF with evidence-based tools to ensure the protection and inclusion of Roma girls by 2030.
By being the Chief Social Policy you will report to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. You will be responsible for leading, managing and supervising all stages of Economic and Social Policy programming and related advocacy, from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. This includes programmes aimed at improving (a) public policies to reduce monetary and multidimensional child poverty; (b) inclusive, shock-responsive social protection systems and programmes; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments, domestic financing and financial management; (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services, and (e) livelihoods and economic opportunities as per new UNICEF Strategic Plan. This encompasses both direct programme work with government (central and at subnational levels), international financial institutions, development partners, and civil society partners, as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, nutrition, child protection, and water and sanitation.
Join us at UNICEF Pakistan as a Risk & Safeguarding Manager where you will play a critical role in ensuring UNICEF Pakistan adheres to high level of accountability and proactively identify, assess and respond to the risks associated with the achievement of its goal and results.
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