The UNICEF Sustainable WASH Innovation Hub (‘the Hub’) is accelerating the scaling of the transformative water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) innovations for vulnerable children and their families, and strong collaboration is at the heart of this mission. As part of our approach, the WASH Hub sources, pilots and scales transformational 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.
For this work, the Consultant will support the WASH Hub by developing and detailing a scaling pathway, approach and key considerations for taking the solution further and supporting uptake at multi-country and multi-region scale to ensure integrated monitoring for Climate-resilient WASH. 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 Officer (Data and Information Management), P-2 will report to the WASH Specialist (System Strengthening), P-3 and play a key role within the UNICEF Kenya Country Office. Working closely with cross-sectoral programme teams, the incumbent will contribute to strengthening data systems and promoting evidence-based decision-making to enhance programme effectiveness and impact.
UNICEF Rwanda Country Office is looking for a highly motivated and experienced WASH professional to join our team and contribute to the design, implementation, and monitoring of quality WASH programmes that improve health, dignity, and resilience.
UNICEF is seeking a qualified WASH Officer to support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programmes in Mazar-i-Sharif. Under the supervision of the Chief of Field Office, the incumbent will provide technical, operational, and administrative support to deliver high-quality WASH results, including in humanitarian and emergency contexts.The role involves programme development, field monitoring, coordination with local authorities and partners, preparedness and response to WASH emergencies, and capacity building. The WASH Officer will also contribute to innovation, knowledge management, and advocacy initiatives to advance equitable access to safe water and sanitation for children and communities.
The Chief of WASH reports to the Deputy Representative and provides strategic leadership, overall management and technical direction for the WASH programme. The role is responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring and reporting across all stages of the programme, from strategic formulation to delivery of agreed outcomes and outputs, in both humanitarian and development settings.
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.
UNICEF Yemen is seeking a highly qualified and experienced professional to join its team as Chief of WASH (P-5), based in Aden. This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape high-impact water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) programmes in one of the world’s most complex humanitarian contexts, playing a critical role in improving the lives of children and communities across Yemen. Reporting to the Deputy Representative (Programme), the role requires a strong leader with a proactive approach, solid technical and managerial expertise, and a demonstrated commitment to achieving impact. If you are ready to take on a challenging and impactful leadership role, we encourage you to apply.
Sous la supervision de WASH Specialiste, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section CSD sur le volet WASH dans la mise en œuvre de ses activités, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de l’enfant.
Annonce de Vacance de Poste : Chargé(e) de Protection de l'Enfance – Accès des Enfants à la Justice Grade : NOB – Rabat, MarocLa mission de l'UNICEF est de promouvoir les droits de chaque enfant, en se concentrant sur les plus défavorisés. L'objectif est d'assurer l'équité pour que tous les enfants atteignent leur plein potentiel, sans discrimination.
We are looking for a national intern supporting the implementation of WASH construction projects, including construction design, site inspections for the planned WASH facilities, on-site construction monitoring, and handover to the beneficiaries.
UNICEF Zimbabwe, with funding from the Global Partnership for Education and in collaboration with the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a rapid WASH needs assessment in 10 selected schools, with a focus on drought‑prone and hard‑to‑reach areas. The assignment involves designing assessment tools, collecting and analyzing primary and secondary data, assessing the availability and reliability of water sources, and reviewing the status of WASH facilities. The consultant will also evaluate the feasibility of boreholes and piped water schemes, present findings to key stakeholders for validation, and produce a comprehensive final report with practical recommendations. The results of this consultancy will directly inform planning and implementation of sustainable water supply interventions to strengthen learning environments in vulnerable communities.
Social & Behavior Change Officer, NOB, Temporary Appointment vacancy in Yangon duty station UNICEF, Myanmar. The duration of the contract is 364 days, extendable subject to programme requirements and funding availability. The Social & Behavior Change Officer in Yangon reports to the Social & Behavior Change Specialist. National Officer (NO) staff are nationals of the country in which they perform functions of a technical and professional nature. Eligible applicants are nationals of Myanmar.
Sous la supervision du Chef de section CSD, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section CSD dans la planification, la mise en œuvre et le suivi de ses activités, en apportant un soutien administratif, organisationnel et technique au Chef de section et à l’équipe au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de l’enfant.
UNICEF is seeking to engage a qualified consultant to accelerate adolescent and youth participation activities under the ACAR project. This includes the development of a robust project implementation tracking modality, with particular emphasis on the youth engagement component, alongside the design of a comprehensive and results-oriented reporting mechanism.
The consultant will establish an action plan and a structured framework that strengthens and systematizes collaboration between pilot municipalities and civil society organizations (CSOs) in their engagement with children and young people in pilot provinces. In addition, the framework will serve as a scalable and replicable model that can be adopted by other municipalities. In line with the developed action plan, the consultant will advance adolescent and youth participation efforts across the pilot provinces through close collaboration with CSOs, municipalities, and local stakeholders, as well as through the strategic use of social media and digital platforms.
UNICEF’s Independent Evaluation Office partners in a variety of other ways, from joint and inter-agency evaluation collaborations to networks to strengthen linkages between evaluation and programming (e.g., ALNAP), coordinate its evaluations with those of other agencies (e.g. through the United Nations Evaluation Group, the United Nations Sustainable Development Group System-Wide Evaluation Office and the Inter-Agency Humanitarian Evaluations mechanism) and the broader UN and evidence/evaluation synthesis community (e.g. the Global SDG Synthesis Coalition, the Evidence Synthesis Infrastructure Collaborative). It also partners to communicate its work e.g., through national, regional and global evaluation associations and other Voluntary Organizations for Professional Evaluation (VOPEs).The Evaluation Specialist (Partnerships and National Evaluation Capacity Development) will deepen collaboration with key stakeholders and provide an interface for environmental scanning, knowledge exchange, policy influence and potential resource mobilization within the scope of assignment. S/He will also serve as a focal point and resource for colleagues in the area of national evaluation capacity development (NECD) partnerships, including country-led NECD initiatives. The key result is to ensure greater visibility for UNICEF’s partnerships and NECD work and influence in support of its mission.
UNICEF Mongolia is seeking two national interns to support relevant programme sections, government counterparts, UN agencies, and the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office. The interns will contribute to both technical and operational preparations for COP17.
The purpose of this consultancy is to promote, strengthen and organize Data and Monitoring efforts that cut across UNICEF Boa Vista Field Office programme areas. The consultant must make sure that situation monitoring and data gathering is properly undertaken to monitor both the situation of Venezuelan children on the move and UNICEF’s development interventions.
UNICEF ECARO is seeking an International Consultant with expertise in secondary education, skills development, youth work, and the social inclusion of vulnerable adolescents, including refugees, alongside strong qualitative research and evidence synthesis skills. The consultancy will enhance UNICEF’s global and regional knowledge on effective programming at the humanitarian-development nexus, informing inclusive education and youth policies and practices across the region.
The UNICEF Sustainable WASH Innovation Hub (‘the Hub’) is accelerating the scaling of the transformative water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) innovations for vulnerable children and their families, and strong collaboration is at the heart of this mission. As part of our approach, the WASH Hub sources, pilots and scales transformational 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.
For this work, the Consultant will support the WASH Hub by developing and detailing a scaling pathway, approach and key considerations for taking the solution further and supporting uptake at multi-country and multi-region scale to ensure integrated monitoring for Climate-resilient WASH. 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 Officer (Data and Information Management), P-2 will report to the WASH Specialist (System Strengthening), P-3 and play a key role within the UNICEF Kenya Country Office. Working closely with cross-sectoral programme teams, the incumbent will contribute to strengthening data systems and promoting evidence-based decision-making to enhance programme effectiveness and impact.
UNICEF Rwanda Country Office is looking for a highly motivated and experienced WASH professional to join our team and contribute to the design, implementation, and monitoring of quality WASH programmes that improve health, dignity, and resilience.
UNICEF is seeking a qualified WASH Officer to support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programmes in Mazar-i-Sharif. Under the supervision of the Chief of Field Office, the incumbent will provide technical, operational, and administrative support to deliver high-quality WASH results, including in humanitarian and emergency contexts.The role involves programme development, field monitoring, coordination with local authorities and partners, preparedness and response to WASH emergencies, and capacity building. The WASH Officer will also contribute to innovation, knowledge management, and advocacy initiatives to advance equitable access to safe water and sanitation for children and communities.
The Chief of WASH reports to the Deputy Representative and provides strategic leadership, overall management and technical direction for the WASH programme. The role is responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring and reporting across all stages of the programme, from strategic formulation to delivery of agreed outcomes and outputs, in both humanitarian and development settings.
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.
UNICEF Yemen is seeking a highly qualified and experienced professional to join its team as Chief of WASH (P-5), based in Aden. This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape high-impact water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) programmes in one of the world’s most complex humanitarian contexts, playing a critical role in improving the lives of children and communities across Yemen. Reporting to the Deputy Representative (Programme), the role requires a strong leader with a proactive approach, solid technical and managerial expertise, and a demonstrated commitment to achieving impact. If you are ready to take on a challenging and impactful leadership role, we encourage you to apply.
Sous la supervision de WASH Specialiste, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section CSD sur le volet WASH dans la mise en œuvre de ses activités, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de l’enfant.
Annonce de Vacance de Poste : Chargé(e) de Protection de l'Enfance – Accès des Enfants à la Justice Grade : NOB – Rabat, MarocLa mission de l'UNICEF est de promouvoir les droits de chaque enfant, en se concentrant sur les plus défavorisés. L'objectif est d'assurer l'équité pour que tous les enfants atteignent leur plein potentiel, sans discrimination.
We are looking for a national intern supporting the implementation of WASH construction projects, including construction design, site inspections for the planned WASH facilities, on-site construction monitoring, and handover to the beneficiaries.
UNICEF Zimbabwe, with funding from the Global Partnership for Education and in collaboration with the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a rapid WASH needs assessment in 10 selected schools, with a focus on drought‑prone and hard‑to‑reach areas. The assignment involves designing assessment tools, collecting and analyzing primary and secondary data, assessing the availability and reliability of water sources, and reviewing the status of WASH facilities. The consultant will also evaluate the feasibility of boreholes and piped water schemes, present findings to key stakeholders for validation, and produce a comprehensive final report with practical recommendations. The results of this consultancy will directly inform planning and implementation of sustainable water supply interventions to strengthen learning environments in vulnerable communities.
Social & Behavior Change Officer, NOB, Temporary Appointment vacancy in Yangon duty station UNICEF, Myanmar. The duration of the contract is 364 days, extendable subject to programme requirements and funding availability. The Social & Behavior Change Officer in Yangon reports to the Social & Behavior Change Specialist. National Officer (NO) staff are nationals of the country in which they perform functions of a technical and professional nature. Eligible applicants are nationals of Myanmar.
Sous la supervision du Chef de section CSD, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section CSD dans la planification, la mise en œuvre et le suivi de ses activités, en apportant un soutien administratif, organisationnel et technique au Chef de section et à l’équipe au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de l’enfant.
UNICEF is seeking to engage a qualified consultant to accelerate adolescent and youth participation activities under the ACAR project. This includes the development of a robust project implementation tracking modality, with particular emphasis on the youth engagement component, alongside the design of a comprehensive and results-oriented reporting mechanism.
The consultant will establish an action plan and a structured framework that strengthens and systematizes collaboration between pilot municipalities and civil society organizations (CSOs) in their engagement with children and young people in pilot provinces. In addition, the framework will serve as a scalable and replicable model that can be adopted by other municipalities. In line with the developed action plan, the consultant will advance adolescent and youth participation efforts across the pilot provinces through close collaboration with CSOs, municipalities, and local stakeholders, as well as through the strategic use of social media and digital platforms.
UNICEF’s Independent Evaluation Office partners in a variety of other ways, from joint and inter-agency evaluation collaborations to networks to strengthen linkages between evaluation and programming (e.g., ALNAP), coordinate its evaluations with those of other agencies (e.g. through the United Nations Evaluation Group, the United Nations Sustainable Development Group System-Wide Evaluation Office and the Inter-Agency Humanitarian Evaluations mechanism) and the broader UN and evidence/evaluation synthesis community (e.g. the Global SDG Synthesis Coalition, the Evidence Synthesis Infrastructure Collaborative). It also partners to communicate its work e.g., through national, regional and global evaluation associations and other Voluntary Organizations for Professional Evaluation (VOPEs).The Evaluation Specialist (Partnerships and National Evaluation Capacity Development) will deepen collaboration with key stakeholders and provide an interface for environmental scanning, knowledge exchange, policy influence and potential resource mobilization within the scope of assignment. S/He will also serve as a focal point and resource for colleagues in the area of national evaluation capacity development (NECD) partnerships, including country-led NECD initiatives. The key result is to ensure greater visibility for UNICEF’s partnerships and NECD work and influence in support of its mission.
UNICEF Mongolia is seeking two national interns to support relevant programme sections, government counterparts, UN agencies, and the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office. The interns will contribute to both technical and operational preparations for COP17.
The purpose of this consultancy is to promote, strengthen and organize Data and Monitoring efforts that cut across UNICEF Boa Vista Field Office programme areas. The consultant must make sure that situation monitoring and data gathering is properly undertaken to monitor both the situation of Venezuelan children on the move and UNICEF’s development interventions.
UNICEF ECARO is seeking an International Consultant with expertise in secondary education, skills development, youth work, and the social inclusion of vulnerable adolescents, including refugees, alongside strong qualitative research and evidence synthesis skills. The consultancy will enhance UNICEF’s global and regional knowledge on effective programming at the humanitarian-development nexus, informing inclusive education and youth policies and practices across the region.
