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Entrepreneurship Incubation Consultant, Programme Group/Generation Unlimited, NYHQ, remote. Req# 588817 United States
Under the direct supervision of the Youth Engagement and Entrepreneurship Lead, with overall guidance from the Director of Programmes and in close coordination with the Programme Team at Generation Unlimited (GenU), regional offices, and priority Country Offices, the consultant will provide specialized technical expertise to strengthen GenU’s entrepreneurship incubation pathways. The assignment will focus on designing and operationalizing incubation systems across the Entrepreneurship Portfolio, with particular emphasis on the AI Ventures Accelerator, Community Health Worker (CHW) Entrepreneurship models, and Micro entrepreneurship pathways. This includes developing structured cohort models, crafting technical and business curricula, establishing mentorship and advisory mechanisms, and building follow-on funding and business perks ecosystems that support early-stage ventures from ideation to investment readiness. The consultant will also contribute to harmonizing incubation processes across programs, ensuring entrepreneurs receive consistent, high-quality support regardless of pathway, and will help advance GenU’s broader ambition to build an integrated, scalable entrepreneurship support architecture that is grounded in evidence and adaptable to diverse country contexts
Graphic design consultant for report taking stock of 30 years of progress for children, DAPM, Data and Analytics Section, NYHQ, remote. Req# 588816 United States
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide graphic design support for the cross-sectoral report, For Every Child a Fair Future 2025 Progress Report, being led by the Poverty and Gender Equality Team. The consultant will be responsible for designing and producing the report, For Every Child a Fair Future 2025 Progress Report, including conceptualization, design, layout, picture selection and typesetting of the publication, and for ensuring alignment of the report with UNICEF design standards and branding.
Gender and EiEPC Consultant, Programme Group, Education Section/UNGEI Team, NYHQ, remote. Req# 588814 United States
This consultancy will provide critical support to an initiative to bridge the gap between the gender equality and Education in Emergencies & Protracted Crises (EiEPC) spaces at global and country level. This will be done by contributing gender in EiEPC expertise to UNGEI’s global platforms and advocacy, as well as to the Gender at the Centre Initiative (GCI), and by supporting UNGEI’s advisory roles in various fora. The Gender and EiEPC Consultant is primarily responsible for four streams of work: i) meaningfully integrate EiEPC in the platforms, forums and movements that UNGEI convenes and leads; ii) include a crisis and resilience lens into the GCI initiative, integrating a crisis component into its political and technical support to countries and strengthening the gender capacity of of EiEPC actors; iii) support the inception phase of the GPE Gender Technical Assistance Initiative in Pakistan and Jordan; and iv) support UNGEI’s advisory roles in various fora. The Gender and EiEPC Consultant will be supervised by the GCI Lead. They will work closely with the Programme Manager for Gender Transformative Education, UNGEI Advocacy and Communications Lead and other members of the UNGEI Secretariat, the UNICEF HQ EiE team and the GCI team at IIEP-UNESCO Dakar.
Mental Health Technical Assistance Consultant, Programme Group, MHPSS, NYHQ, remote. Req# 588812 United States
The main function of this role is to provide technical guidance, capacity strengthening, and strategic coordination to NatComs to ensure UNICEF’s mental health programming is coherent, evidence-informed, and responsive to diverse country contexts. Support includes the formulation, design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of advocacy and programming strategies related to mental health and child rights in high-income countries, in line with UNICEF’s Programme Guidance for PHICs and the global MHPSS portfolio. This ensures efficient and effective programme management and achievement of goals through advocacy, legal and policy development, and networking. The consultant will also advance multi-sectoral and system-strengthening approaches that promote equitable access to MHPSS, build community and institutional resilience, and improve coordination across UNICEF sectors, offices, and partners.
GBVIMS+ Technical Consultant , Child Protection Team - Programme Group, NYHQ, remote. Req# 588810 United States
Under the supervision of the GBViE Specialist, the consultant will be responsible for the following areas of work: • Pilot integrated GBV-CP Primero Instance: Pilot an integrated GBV–CP Primero instance in one country with accompanying documentation and lessons-learnt. • Country-level Standard Operating Procedures Development: Support the development or revision of national SOPs on data sharing, role-based access, and confidentiality protocols. • Training and Capacity Building: Train local actors and NGO frontline workers on ethical data collection, consent, case classification, and safe referrals. • AI for GBV Trends Analysis: Provide technical support and develop guidance on the use of AI for GBV trends analysis to improve the quality of analytical briefs that inform protection programming and government decision-making. • Interagency GBVIMS Technical Support: Support GBVIMS and Primero/GBVIMS+ Ongoing Rollouts as part of the Interagency GBVIMS Technical Team. • System Administration: For existing rollouts of Primero/GBVIMS+ the Consultant will act as the System Administrator and provide level 1 troubleshooting support as needed. • Capacity Building on Primero/GBVIMS+: Provide capacity building on Primero/GBVIMS+ to end users, system administrators, and coordinators. • Support preparation of technical donor reports for GBVIMS+ activities, including development of case studies, impact metrics, and analytical briefs for key donors.
Design, Facilitation, and Reporting of a Two-Part Pandemic Simulation Exercise (SIMEX) Consultant, Risk Analysis Preparedness Section (RAPS) – EMOPS Division, NYHQ. remote. Req#588809 United States
UNICEF has produced a Pandemic Influenza Planning Guide, which provides a structured approach to enhancing readiness at all organizational levels including Operating Procedures (OPs). Though based on pandemic influenza as an example of a respiratory pathogen, the Guide supports actions beyond respiratory emergencies and draws on UNICEF’s Operational Response Framework (ORF). Office of Emergency Programmes (EMOPS) in collaboration with Program Group (PG) and Supply Division (SD) seeks a qualified consultant to design, deliver, and facilitate a 2-part H5N1 simulation exercise (SIMEX) engaging UNICEF across all levels to improve readiness.
Fund Raising Associate (Paid Media), (GS-6), Mexico City, Mexico, #588771, [Temp Appointment: 364 days] Mexico
Join us as the next Fund Raising Associate (Paid Media) for UNICEF Mexico! We’re seeking a committed professional to help strengthen UNICEF Mexico’s digital fundraising efforts. In this role, you’ll support the Digital Fundraising Officer and work closely with the Local Paid Media Specialist to ensure our paid media campaigns are executed efficiently, effectively and in full alignment with UNICEF standards. Help us drive high-impact donor acquisition, conversion and retention through data-driven, performance-oriented digital advertising. Ready to use your digital talent to deliver results for children in Mexico? Apply today!
Education Specialist, NOC, position# 18460, Fixed Term Appointment, Cairo Egypt (Nationals and Internal Only). Egypt
As an Education Specialist you will be reporting to the Chief of Education. The Education Specialist will be providing technical guidance throughout the programme cycle by supporting the implementation of education programmes within the country programme. The position shall be responsible for managing, monitoring and evaluating projects to improve learning outcomes, promote inclusive, equitable education for marginalized and disadvantaged children.
Administrative & Finance Officer (NO-1), Panama City, LAC Regional Office - Common Service Center #135730 Temporary Appointment Panama
UNICEF is seeking a dynamic Administrative and Finance Officer to support the launch and operationalization of the newly established Panama Common Services Center. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape processes, optimize workflows, and lead administrative and financial services for a diverse client base across the region. The incumbent will play a key role in change management, service delivery excellence, and knowledge management within a global shared services framework. If you are passionate about operations, innovation, and continuous improvement, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.
Stagiaire ICT4D,Lomé-Togo, 3 mois Togo
Le bureau de l'UNICEF au Togo recrute un/e stagiaire ICT4D. L'objectif de ce stage est d'offrir à la jeunesse une opportunité unique de formation dans un environnement où les études scientifiques notamment des technologies de l’information et de la communication trouvent tout leur sens.
Internal Advertisement: Bulk recruitment: Programme Associate (2 positions) 131220 & 131223, Freetown, Sierra Leone, G-6 (Fixed-Term) open to Sierra Leone nationals only Sierra Leone
UNICEF Sierra Leone is looking for committed Sierra Leoneans to provide administrative and operational support to the Education, Innovation and SBC sections, ensuring timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
Frontlines Accountability to Affected Populations Specialist Türkiye, United States
UNICEF is seeking experts in Accountability to Affected Populations for inclusion in its Frontlines roster. This initiative aligns with UNICEF’s strategic objectives and AAP commitments, generating effective results for those we serve by taking into account their needs, concerns and preferences, and working in ways that enhance their dignity, capacities and resilience.
Republication Internal/External: Immunization Specialist (Epidem. - New Vacc.), NO-3, FT, Kinshasa, DRC #133243 Democratic Republic of Congo
Le Bureau de l’UNICEF en RDC est à la recherche d’un (e) professionnel(le), engagé(e), créatif(ve) pour le poste de Immunization Specialist au niveau NO-3 basé à Kinshasa. Si vous êtes cette personne passionnée par l'idée de faire une différence durable pour les enfants, rejoignez l'UNICEF, la première organisation mondiale de défense des droits de l'enfant.
External VA: Batch Recruitment - Health Officer, NO-2, FT, Bukavu (#131123), Bunia (#52700) et Kananga (#52761), DRC Democratic Republic of Congo
Le Bureau de l’UNICEF en RDC est à la recherche de 3 professionnels(les), engagés(es), créatifs(ves) pour le poste de Health Officer au niveau NO-2 basé à Bukavu, Bunia et Kananga. Si vous êtes cette personne passionnée par l'idée de faire une différence durable pour les enfants, rejoignez l'UNICEF, la première organisation mondiale de défense des droits de l'enfant.
Internal - External VA: Adolescent Development Specialist, NO-3, FT, Kinshasa - DRC #133232 Democratic Republic of Congo
Le Bureau de l’UNICEF en RDC est à la recherche d’un/une professionnel(le), engagé(e), créatif(ve) pour le poste de Spécialiste du Développement des Adolescentes au niveau NO-3 basé à Kinshasa. Si vous êtes cette personne passionnée par l'idée de faire une différence durable pour les enfants, rejoignez l'UNICEF, la première organisation mondiale de défense des droits de l'enfant.
Registry Assistant (Digitalisation), GS-3, TA, 03 mois, #135321, Bangui-RCA Central African Republic
Sous la supervision de l’Associé Administratif (GS6), le titulaire du poste aura à accomplir une variété de tâches de bureau liées à l'administration tout en assurant les plus hauts standards de professionnalisme, de discrétion, d’intégrité et de sens des responsabilités, ainsi qu’une excellente connaissance du protocole, en conformité avec le staff, les visiteurs et les procédures de l’UNICEF. Le poste vise principalement à appuyer la digitalisation des processus administratifs, notamment la gestion du courrier de manière électronique, contribuant ainsi à l’amélioration de l’efficacité opérationnelle, à la réduction des délais de traitement, à la traçabilité des documents, à la diminution de l’utilisation du papier et au renforcement de la transparence et de l’archivage sécurisé.
Social Policy Specialist (Public Finance for Children), Temporary Appointment (364 days), P3, Kyiv, Ukraine, #129896 Ukraine
The Social Policy Specialist (Public Finance for Children) will be housed in the Ukraine Country Office’s Social Policy section and report to the Chief of Social Policy (P5). The incumbent will lead the Country Office’s work on the Public Finance for Children agenda, with a small team reporting to them.
Individual Consultant for Legal Analysis for Developing Laws Addressing Unhealthy Food Environments in Lebanon, 75 days (spread over 4.5 months), Home Based, Lebanon Lebanon
UNICEF Lebanon is looking for a consultant to conduct a comprehensive legal landscape analysis on unhealthy food environments affecting children and adolescents. The consultancy will assess existing laws and regulations related to front-of-package nutrition labelling, restrictions on the marketing of unhealthy foods and beverages to children, and taxes on unhealthy foods and beverages. Using UNICEF’s Legal Landscape Analysis Toolkit, the consultant will generate evidence-based recommendations and develop a technical report and advocacy product to support policy development and legislative action aimed at promoting healthier food environments in Lebanon.
HPV Vaccine Introduction Consultant, 115 days (within a period of 5.5 months), Home Based, Lebanon Lebanon
UNICEF Lebanon is looking to hire a consultant to provide technical support for the introduction of the HPV vaccine into Lebanon’s national immunization program. The consultant will support the development of an evidence-based HPV Vaccine Introduction Plan, establish a procurement and financing framework, and update immunization training materials and e-learning courses in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health and partners, in line with WHO recommendations and national immunization strategies.
Stretch Assignment - Partnerships Specialist (Portfolio Management) P2/P3, Maputo, Mozambique - 3 months to start January 2026 Mozambique
The Partnerships Specialist (Portfolio Management) is responsible for the full lifecycle of relationships with a defined portfolio of public sector partners, including bilateral donors, UN pooled funds, multilaterals, and National Committees (NatComs). The incumbent will ensure strategic engagement, effective contribution management, relationship management, high-quality proposal development and reporting, and robust visibility for partners. The incumbent will deepen and expand collaboration with key resource partners and provide an interface for environmental scanning, knowledge exchange, resource mobilization, and policy influence within the scope of the assignment.

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