The assignment will be delivered in close collaboration with the 2050 MEL Adviser, the Adviser Data Analytics and Insights, and key regional partners including the Pacific Community (SPC), the Pacific Data Hub, UNICEF Pacific, National Statistical Offices, CROP agencies, United Nations agencies and other development partners
To contribute to embedding CoP across the organization, UNICEF is engaging a consultant to, among others, prepare a first draft of institution-wide procedure on CoP, which would build on the CCCs, and help establish a more systematic approach to addressing protection risks affecting children across contexts and programs.
UNICEF Cuba has initiated the Country Programme cycle for 2026–2030 and, within this framework, is pleased to announce a vacancy for the position of Social Policy Officer. You can be part of our team and help make a difference. Through this position, you will contribute to the successful implementation of social policy programmes and projects, strengthening UNICEF’s capacity to deliver meaningful results for children and families and advance greater social equity across the country.
You can be part of our team and help make a difference. Through this position, you will contribute with efficiency and effectiveness to support the development and implementation of SBC initiatives and products that support UNICEF’s ability to promote SBC results. This in turn contributes to enhancing the ability of UNICEF to fulfill its mission to achieve sustainable, locally owned and concrete results in improving the survival, development, protection and wellbeing of children in the country.
Join UNICEF Angola and help protect every child's right to a safe and nurturing environment. UNICEF Angola is seeking a Child Protection Specialist (NOC) to support the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of child protection programmes. The successful candidate will work closely with government counterparts, partners, and communities to strengthen systems that prevent and respond to violence, abuse, exploitation, and neglect affecting children.
Appuyer le SNU et le Gouvernement de la RDC dans la structuration technique, stratégique et opérationnelle d'une offre programmatique intégrée dans le secteur minier, alignée sur les priorités nationales, intégrant les dynamiques régionales et internationales, et positionnée comme levier de transformation structurelle du secteur vers un modèle inclusif, durable et générateur de valeur ajoutée.
Under the direct supervision of the Education Officer, under the guidance of the Education Specialist and in close collaboration with the PPP expert, the consultant is responsible for the following scope of work:
Inception and local coordination
Development of five year ECEC expansion plans
Design of co-funded expansion initiatives
Support to launch and implementations
The purpose of this assignment is to design, develop, and operationalize a National Electronic Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (eMPDSR) System for Lesotho that will strengthen the timely identification, notification, review, analysis, and response to maternal, neonatal, stillbirth, and perinatal deaths. The system will serve as a unified national platform that integrates and interoperates with existing government information systems, including DHIS2, CRVS, IDSR, and other relevant platforms, to improve mortality surveillance, enhance accountability, support evidence-based decision-making, and accelerate reductions in preventable maternal and newborn deaths.
To support implementation of the National SRHR Roadmap and achievement of project objectives, UNICEF Lesotho, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, seeks to engage a consultant to provide dedicated technical and coordination support for SRHR monitoring, accountability, data systems, reporting, knowledge management and stakeholder coordination. The consultant will help ensure that roadmap priorities are implemented, progress is tracked, evidence is generated and lessons are documented to inform decision-making, accountability and future scale-up.
Under the guidance of the Adolescent Development Manager and in collaboration with the National YAB Coordinator and the Project Manager, the consultant will (i) support the National Youth Advisory Board and 6 Local Youth Advisory Boards (YAB) in developing a shared understanding of violence as a multidimensional issue affecting children, adolescents and youth; (ii) produce an evidence-based causal analysis and conceptual framework; (iii) strengthen YAB members' capacities through participatory learning workshops; and (iv) facilitate the elaboration of youth-led workplans (1 at national level, 6 at local level), aimed at preventing and responding to violence, promoting social cohesion, advancing child rights and fostering a culture of peace amongst youth communities at national and local levels.
Under the EU-funded project “Protective and Restorative Approaches for Children in Judicial Processes in Türkiye” (Direction for Children / Çocuklar için YÖN), the assignment will provide high-level international technical expertise to design, pilot, monitor and refine structural tools, procedural guidelines, specialized reintegration and rehabilitation programmes, and capacity-building frameworks for the Turkish child justice system.
Join UNICEF and play a key role in strengthening humanitarian response through data-driven decision making. As an Information Management Specialist, you will lead the development of information management systems, dashboards, GIS products, and analytical tools that support programmes for children and families affected by crisis across the State of Palestine. Ideal candidates will bring strong experience in information management, data analysis, humanitarian monitoring, and business intelligence platforms, with the ability to turn complex data into actionable insights that drive impact.
The ability of the Supply Chain Specialist to successfully plan, manage and oversee the effective and efficient supply chain management of goods, services and construction works for UNICEF programmes, and provide ongoing support to localization and end-user initiatives, directly impact on program goals and results for children. The impact of work directly affects the overall reputation of UNICEF with the authorities and the health donors. This in turn contributes to maintaining/enhancing the credibility of UNICEF as an effective and responsible manager of funds entrusted to the organization and to furthering UNICEF image as a competent organization for delivering cost effective and sustainable program results for children.
UNICEF seeks an international consultant for the period January 2027 – December 2028 to
provide high-level strategic and technical expertise to translate the Strategy into an operational framework of standards, tools, mechanisms, SOPs and professional development resources that can be implemented, tested, refined and progressively integrated into Uzbekistan’s education system.
Lao PDR is strengthening its immunization programme to sustain and improve routine immunization coverage, reduce inequalities in access and coverage, and ensure that zero-dose and under-immunized children and missed communities are identified and reached with appropriate vaccination services. The programme also requires continued strengthening of immunization information systems and data use, sub-national programme performance and coordination, supportive supervision, and preparedness to respond effectively to outbreaks of polio, measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases. The assignment aims to provide targeted technical assistance to the National Immunization Programme (NIP) and relevant provincial and district health teams to strengthen programme planning, implementation, monitoring and performance management. The consultant will support the programme to translate immunization data and evidence into practical actions, identify and address coverage and equity gaps, strengthen approaches for identifying and reaching zero-dose and under-immunized children, and improve coordination and accountability across national and sub-national levels. The consultant will also support preparedness and implementation of priority immunization activities, including supplementary immunization activities and MR/HPV campaigns, follow-up of EVM-related programme recommendations, and documentation of lessons learned and good practices. Emphasis will be placed on strengthening the capacity of national and sub-national teams through supportive supervision, mentoring, training and use of relevant learning platforms. Through this assignment, the consultant is expected to contribute to improved programme performance, stronger data driven decision-making, increased reach among missed and underserved populations, and strengthened readiness to prevent and respond to vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks in Lao PDR.
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Vientiane, Lao PDR, requires an experienced and qualified Lao National to fill the post of Driver (Fix term appointment), at GS2 level to be based in UNICEF Country Office in Vientiane, Lao PDR.
UNICEF Lao PDR seeks an experienced Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Specialist to support emergency preparedness, coordination, and response interventions across WASH, Nutrition, Protection, and Education sectors, with a particular focus on child-centred disaster risk reduction, early warning systems, warehouse management, water, sanitation and hygiene, humanitarian coordination, and emergency supply preparedness.
In focusing on the early childhood years, this first report will ensure readiness to contribute to the ECD standing agenda item on the Leaders’ Meeting agenda, while establishing the foundation for analyses covering a broader life-course approach to child development, rights and well-being, which will be progressively developed over the following years to cover children and adolescents from birth to 18 years.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide technical leadership for the analysis of behavioural, social and structural (institutiona and system) determinants of positive parenting practices and caregiver engagement with parenting-support services and cross-sectoral systems to inform the development of an Integrated Parenting Framework. The analysis will examine factors influencing parenting practices and caregiver engagement with relevant services and platforms, with particular attention to strengthening the complementarity and integration of parenting support across existing service-delivery platforms, including the Universal Progressive Home Visiting (UPHV), social service, and pre-school education workforces, as well as parenting applications and digital platforms, like Bebbo and Internet of Good Things (IoGT).
Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Head of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, the Emergency Officer (AAP and Safeguarding/PSEA) will be responsible for coordinating and/or supporting the design and implementation of strategies and action plans to scale up AAP interventions and processes under the 2023-2026 Country Programme, ensuring that the views and priorities of affected population are incorporated into all stages of the programme cycle and effectively inform the work plans implemented with State organizations, Civil Society and Communities. The incumbent will also act as the Country Office technical focal point for Safeguarding and PSEA, supporting the Head of Office and the Country Management Team in the implementation of the UNICEF Policy on Safeguarding.
The assignment will be delivered in close collaboration with the 2050 MEL Adviser, the Adviser Data Analytics and Insights, and key regional partners including the Pacific Community (SPC), the Pacific Data Hub, UNICEF Pacific, National Statistical Offices, CROP agencies, United Nations agencies and other development partners
To contribute to embedding CoP across the organization, UNICEF is engaging a consultant to, among others, prepare a first draft of institution-wide procedure on CoP, which would build on the CCCs, and help establish a more systematic approach to addressing protection risks affecting children across contexts and programs.
UNICEF Cuba has initiated the Country Programme cycle for 2026–2030 and, within this framework, is pleased to announce a vacancy for the position of Social Policy Officer. You can be part of our team and help make a difference. Through this position, you will contribute to the successful implementation of social policy programmes and projects, strengthening UNICEF’s capacity to deliver meaningful results for children and families and advance greater social equity across the country.
You can be part of our team and help make a difference. Through this position, you will contribute with efficiency and effectiveness to support the development and implementation of SBC initiatives and products that support UNICEF’s ability to promote SBC results. This in turn contributes to enhancing the ability of UNICEF to fulfill its mission to achieve sustainable, locally owned and concrete results in improving the survival, development, protection and wellbeing of children in the country.
Join UNICEF Angola and help protect every child's right to a safe and nurturing environment. UNICEF Angola is seeking a Child Protection Specialist (NOC) to support the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of child protection programmes. The successful candidate will work closely with government counterparts, partners, and communities to strengthen systems that prevent and respond to violence, abuse, exploitation, and neglect affecting children.
Appuyer le SNU et le Gouvernement de la RDC dans la structuration technique, stratégique et opérationnelle d'une offre programmatique intégrée dans le secteur minier, alignée sur les priorités nationales, intégrant les dynamiques régionales et internationales, et positionnée comme levier de transformation structurelle du secteur vers un modèle inclusif, durable et générateur de valeur ajoutée.
Under the direct supervision of the Education Officer, under the guidance of the Education Specialist and in close collaboration with the PPP expert, the consultant is responsible for the following scope of work:
Inception and local coordination
Development of five year ECEC expansion plans
Design of co-funded expansion initiatives
Support to launch and implementations
The purpose of this assignment is to design, develop, and operationalize a National Electronic Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (eMPDSR) System for Lesotho that will strengthen the timely identification, notification, review, analysis, and response to maternal, neonatal, stillbirth, and perinatal deaths. The system will serve as a unified national platform that integrates and interoperates with existing government information systems, including DHIS2, CRVS, IDSR, and other relevant platforms, to improve mortality surveillance, enhance accountability, support evidence-based decision-making, and accelerate reductions in preventable maternal and newborn deaths.
To support implementation of the National SRHR Roadmap and achievement of project objectives, UNICEF Lesotho, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, seeks to engage a consultant to provide dedicated technical and coordination support for SRHR monitoring, accountability, data systems, reporting, knowledge management and stakeholder coordination. The consultant will help ensure that roadmap priorities are implemented, progress is tracked, evidence is generated and lessons are documented to inform decision-making, accountability and future scale-up.
Under the guidance of the Adolescent Development Manager and in collaboration with the National YAB Coordinator and the Project Manager, the consultant will (i) support the National Youth Advisory Board and 6 Local Youth Advisory Boards (YAB) in developing a shared understanding of violence as a multidimensional issue affecting children, adolescents and youth; (ii) produce an evidence-based causal analysis and conceptual framework; (iii) strengthen YAB members' capacities through participatory learning workshops; and (iv) facilitate the elaboration of youth-led workplans (1 at national level, 6 at local level), aimed at preventing and responding to violence, promoting social cohesion, advancing child rights and fostering a culture of peace amongst youth communities at national and local levels.
Under the EU-funded project “Protective and Restorative Approaches for Children in Judicial Processes in Türkiye” (Direction for Children / Çocuklar için YÖN), the assignment will provide high-level international technical expertise to design, pilot, monitor and refine structural tools, procedural guidelines, specialized reintegration and rehabilitation programmes, and capacity-building frameworks for the Turkish child justice system.
Join UNICEF and play a key role in strengthening humanitarian response through data-driven decision making. As an Information Management Specialist, you will lead the development of information management systems, dashboards, GIS products, and analytical tools that support programmes for children and families affected by crisis across the State of Palestine. Ideal candidates will bring strong experience in information management, data analysis, humanitarian monitoring, and business intelligence platforms, with the ability to turn complex data into actionable insights that drive impact.
The ability of the Supply Chain Specialist to successfully plan, manage and oversee the effective and efficient supply chain management of goods, services and construction works for UNICEF programmes, and provide ongoing support to localization and end-user initiatives, directly impact on program goals and results for children. The impact of work directly affects the overall reputation of UNICEF with the authorities and the health donors. This in turn contributes to maintaining/enhancing the credibility of UNICEF as an effective and responsible manager of funds entrusted to the organization and to furthering UNICEF image as a competent organization for delivering cost effective and sustainable program results for children.
UNICEF seeks an international consultant for the period January 2027 – December 2028 to
provide high-level strategic and technical expertise to translate the Strategy into an operational framework of standards, tools, mechanisms, SOPs and professional development resources that can be implemented, tested, refined and progressively integrated into Uzbekistan’s education system.
Lao PDR is strengthening its immunization programme to sustain and improve routine immunization coverage, reduce inequalities in access and coverage, and ensure that zero-dose and under-immunized children and missed communities are identified and reached with appropriate vaccination services. The programme also requires continued strengthening of immunization information systems and data use, sub-national programme performance and coordination, supportive supervision, and preparedness to respond effectively to outbreaks of polio, measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases. The assignment aims to provide targeted technical assistance to the National Immunization Programme (NIP) and relevant provincial and district health teams to strengthen programme planning, implementation, monitoring and performance management. The consultant will support the programme to translate immunization data and evidence into practical actions, identify and address coverage and equity gaps, strengthen approaches for identifying and reaching zero-dose and under-immunized children, and improve coordination and accountability across national and sub-national levels. The consultant will also support preparedness and implementation of priority immunization activities, including supplementary immunization activities and MR/HPV campaigns, follow-up of EVM-related programme recommendations, and documentation of lessons learned and good practices. Emphasis will be placed on strengthening the capacity of national and sub-national teams through supportive supervision, mentoring, training and use of relevant learning platforms. Through this assignment, the consultant is expected to contribute to improved programme performance, stronger data driven decision-making, increased reach among missed and underserved populations, and strengthened readiness to prevent and respond to vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks in Lao PDR.
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Vientiane, Lao PDR, requires an experienced and qualified Lao National to fill the post of Driver (Fix term appointment), at GS2 level to be based in UNICEF Country Office in Vientiane, Lao PDR.
UNICEF Lao PDR seeks an experienced Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Specialist to support emergency preparedness, coordination, and response interventions across WASH, Nutrition, Protection, and Education sectors, with a particular focus on child-centred disaster risk reduction, early warning systems, warehouse management, water, sanitation and hygiene, humanitarian coordination, and emergency supply preparedness.
In focusing on the early childhood years, this first report will ensure readiness to contribute to the ECD standing agenda item on the Leaders’ Meeting agenda, while establishing the foundation for analyses covering a broader life-course approach to child development, rights and well-being, which will be progressively developed over the following years to cover children and adolescents from birth to 18 years.
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide technical leadership for the analysis of behavioural, social and structural (institutiona and system) determinants of positive parenting practices and caregiver engagement with parenting-support services and cross-sectoral systems to inform the development of an Integrated Parenting Framework. The analysis will examine factors influencing parenting practices and caregiver engagement with relevant services and platforms, with particular attention to strengthening the complementarity and integration of parenting support across existing service-delivery platforms, including the Universal Progressive Home Visiting (UPHV), social service, and pre-school education workforces, as well as parenting applications and digital platforms, like Bebbo and Internet of Good Things (IoGT).
Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Head of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, the Emergency Officer (AAP and Safeguarding/PSEA) will be responsible for coordinating and/or supporting the design and implementation of strategies and action plans to scale up AAP interventions and processes under the 2023-2026 Country Programme, ensuring that the views and priorities of affected population are incorporated into all stages of the programme cycle and effectively inform the work plans implemented with State organizations, Civil Society and Communities. The incumbent will also act as the Country Office technical focal point for Safeguarding and PSEA, supporting the Head of Office and the Country Management Team in the implementation of the UNICEF Policy on Safeguarding.
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