The Legal Affairs Specialist will provide legal advice to internal clients on UNICEF’s arrangements with private sector and other partners, digital and other service providers and partners, and data, as well as supporting other business units globally on a broad spectrum of legal matters ranging from commercial contracts, disputes, and institutional matters. The Legal Affairs Specialist will report to the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist who reports to the Chief Legal Counsel.
Under the supervision of the Chief of the Risk Analysis and Preparedness Section (RAPS), the Emergency Specialist (Preparedness) will work to strengthen global, regional and country early warning and preparedness systems and capacities to improve readiness for humanitarian response.
The Ukraine Country Office is a large Country Office, with one of the largest budgets in UNICEF globally, that is implementing both a humanitarian and NEXUS response due to the challenging and sensitive political environment. The Finance/Budget Manager, under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative Operations, will oversee the management of the finance functions and budget for the office and is expected to exhibit a high level of maturity and set high quality objectives, both internally and externally, to deliver results.
Somalia Country Office is looking for a Programme Officer to support its integrated resilience and climate change programming, with a strong focus on ensuring that children’s needs and voices are central to climate adaptation and disaster risk planning. The role contributes to a cross-sectoral approach that links humanitarian response, resilience, and development efforts, particularly in areas such as climate-resilient WASH systems, sustainable livelihoods, and food security. By supporting communities to adapt to climate change, improve access to nutritious food, and strengthen income opportunities, the position helps enhance overall access to essential services like education, health, and safe water. This role is ideal for someone who can coordinate across teams and partners to deliver evidence-based, climate-sensitive solutions that build long-term community resilience while prioritizing the well-being of children and youth.
Under the guidance of the Chief Field Operations, the Chief Field Office (CFO) is accountable for managing and leading the total programme commitment of a field office within a country programme. The CFO represents UNICEF in his/her Area of Responsibility (AoR), leads and oversees the various program sectors and operational service teams ensuring the delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s programme of cooperation, country programme management plan and overall vision set forward by the Representative.
Purpose of Activity/Assignment:
Under the direct supervision of the Contracts Manager and the overall management of the Chief of Supply & Logistics, the role provides support of end-to-end procurement and contract processes in line with the UNICEF procedures for all types of services especially construction, consultancy and other types of service categories in support of Programme and operations in UNICEF Afghanistan country office. This involves active engagement with requesting sections, field offices, other UN Agencies, and contractors. Key activities include tender processing on intend, request status tracker updates and monitoring, UNGM uploads, consolidation of tender information and drafting procurement outcome reports including financial evaluation and consolidation, contract issuance and amendment requests in compliance with UNICEF Supply procedures.
Sous la supervision du specialiste de suivi evaluation, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section PME 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.
UNICEF Timor-Leste is seeking for an International Consultant to review the progress and achievement of the MNCH, WASH, Nutrition and SBC activities implemented in the identified municipalities under the above project
Sous la supervision de la specialiste Genre et Adolescence, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section Genre/ADAP dans la mise en œuvre de ses interventions, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de l’enfant.
The NOC Health and Nutrition Specialist is based in Bishkek and responsible for leading the office work on mother and child health, nutrition, immunization and environmental health. This position will have responsibility to ensure high quality technical support is provided to support health reforms and support provided for improved public financing for children – with more efficient and effective spending to support preventive health priorities. The Health and Nutrition Specialist provides strong management and leadership to the health team to deliver timely and quality results against the annual workplan and in line with the CPD. S/he will also be responsible for effective budget management, as well as ensuring compliance with donor conditionalities and effective coordination with development partners in the areas of responsibility.
Sous la supervision de Senior Admin Associate, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section Administration 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.
Le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section des Ressources Humaines dans la planification, la mise
en oeuvre et le suivi de ses activités, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation
internationale engagée dans la promotion et la protection des droits de l’enfant.
Sous la supervision de Accounting and Finance Officer, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section Finance dans la mise en oeuvre de ses activités, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de
l’enfant
Sous la supervision du specialiste Education, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section éducation dans la mise en oeuvre de ses activités, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de
l’enfant.
Sous la supervision du Chef de la Protection de l’Enfant, le/la titulaire du poste contribue à la planification, la mise en œuvre, le suivi et l’évaluation des programmes de protection de l’enfant, avec un accent particulier sur l’engagement communautaire et la prévention des pratiques traditionnelles néfastes aux droits des enfants au Togo. Le/la titulaire assure l’intégration des approches innovantes et des mécanismes de suivi-évaluation pour garantir des résultats mesurables et durables.
UNICEF Côte d'Ivoire is seeking a dedicated Nutrition Specialist. Do you want to contribute to life-changing nutrition projects by managing and guiding program development from inception to evaluation, and have the necessary qualifications ? Apply and join us ! Your role will involve technical support, strategic planning, and ensuring adherence to UNICEF standards. If you are committed to fostering sustainable nutrition solutions for mothers and children, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to lead meaningful change.
Education: Advanced university degree in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field entailing strong quantitative OR qualitative training is required.PhD in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field entailing strong quantitative and/or qualitative training is an asset.Specialized training in evaluation methods and methodologies and in causal inference is desirable.Experience:Required: 8+ years conducting global (portfolio) thematic evaluations using robust qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including for the last 3 years is required.• 5+ years (most recent) applying AI and machine learning to the evaluation process including text mining and evaluation synthesis.• Proven ability to work with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels, including providing technical support and capacity building.• Proven track record producing user-centered outputs, including briefs, working papers, peer-reviewed journals, that contribute to awareness, knowledge, valuing and use of corporate thematic evaluations is required.DesirableThematic expertise in a programmatic area associated with UNICEF work, such as Education, Health, Nutrition, Social Policy, Child protection and Water, Sanitation, Climate Resilience is desirable.• Experience in fragile and humanitarian setting is desirable.• Experience in integrating cross-cutting issues of gender, disability and equity in global thematic evaluations is desirable.Technical skills:Proficiency in statistical software for qualitative (MAXQDA, Atlas, NVivo) and/or quantitative analysis (R, Stata, Python), familiarity with relevant applications of Large Language Models (LLM) is required.• Advanced data visualization tools is an assetLanguage: Fluency in written and oral English
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.
The Legal Affairs Specialist will give recommendations and advice on a wide range of organizational activities and interests, and concern, among other things, the interaction of UNICEF with governments and other key partners as well as on strategic initiatives across UNICEF. This support helps UNICEF to take advantage of opportunities as well as safeguard the organization from risk. The Legal Office aims to identify and mitigate exposure to potential liability and financial loss, to safeguard the ability of the organization to be accountable to its stakeholders, and to preserve credibility as well as funding from member states and other donors, both public and private.
UNICEF Angola is currently looking for a National Consultant to Support the Technical Coordination of FONAS in the implementation of Axis 7 – Research and Education during the year 2026, ensuring articulation with universities, research centers and public institutions, preparation of technical instruments and support for the planning and budget 2027 of axis 7.
Under the supervision of the Operations Manager P4, the Rome Common Services Center (CSC) will be newly established following the relocation of several UNICEF HQ Divisions to Rome, where they will be co-located with WFP HQ. This move is part of the Future Focus Initiative, aimed at achieving cost savings and supporting broader UN80 objectives. The Rome CSC will play a critical role in delivering operational support to all UNICEF Divisions based at WFP HQ, as well as coordinating closely with WFP on the services provided to UNICEF staff.
Under the direct supervision of the People and Culture Officer, the People and Culture Associate is responsible for supporting individual consultancy contracts, low-value transactions, HR administrative services – system, procedural and operational support in compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations with a high degree of customer orientation.
The People & Culture Associate performs highly skilled tasks, manages complex cases and client requests, which frequently requires the evaluation of urgent and complex situations, understanding of staff entitlements, host country regulations for protocol and privileges, and UNICEF procedures and processes to resolve issues timely with a focus on attention to details, sensitive to the needs of the clients, while applying relevant procedures. May perform Officer in Charge to P2 People & Culture Officer during absences.
As UNICEF Libya prepares for the next Country Programme cycle (2028-2032), a comprehensive Situation Analysis (SitAn) is required to provide evidence-based insights on the state of child rights and well-being in Libya. This analysis will inform strategic planning, policy dialogue, and programme design to ensure that UNICEF’s interventions achieve lasting and transformational changes for children and adolescents, particularly the most vulnerable and marginalized.
The Legal Affairs Specialist will provide legal advice to internal clients on UNICEF’s arrangements with private sector and other partners, digital and other service providers and partners, and data, as well as supporting other business units globally on a broad spectrum of legal matters ranging from commercial contracts, disputes, and institutional matters. The Legal Affairs Specialist will report to the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist who reports to the Chief Legal Counsel.
Under the supervision of the Chief of the Risk Analysis and Preparedness Section (RAPS), the Emergency Specialist (Preparedness) will work to strengthen global, regional and country early warning and preparedness systems and capacities to improve readiness for humanitarian response.
The Ukraine Country Office is a large Country Office, with one of the largest budgets in UNICEF globally, that is implementing both a humanitarian and NEXUS response due to the challenging and sensitive political environment. The Finance/Budget Manager, under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative Operations, will oversee the management of the finance functions and budget for the office and is expected to exhibit a high level of maturity and set high quality objectives, both internally and externally, to deliver results.
Somalia Country Office is looking for a Programme Officer to support its integrated resilience and climate change programming, with a strong focus on ensuring that children’s needs and voices are central to climate adaptation and disaster risk planning. The role contributes to a cross-sectoral approach that links humanitarian response, resilience, and development efforts, particularly in areas such as climate-resilient WASH systems, sustainable livelihoods, and food security. By supporting communities to adapt to climate change, improve access to nutritious food, and strengthen income opportunities, the position helps enhance overall access to essential services like education, health, and safe water. This role is ideal for someone who can coordinate across teams and partners to deliver evidence-based, climate-sensitive solutions that build long-term community resilience while prioritizing the well-being of children and youth.
Under the guidance of the Chief Field Operations, the Chief Field Office (CFO) is accountable for managing and leading the total programme commitment of a field office within a country programme. The CFO represents UNICEF in his/her Area of Responsibility (AoR), leads and oversees the various program sectors and operational service teams ensuring the delivery of quality results in accordance with UNICEF’s programme of cooperation, country programme management plan and overall vision set forward by the Representative.
Purpose of Activity/Assignment:
Under the direct supervision of the Contracts Manager and the overall management of the Chief of Supply & Logistics, the role provides support of end-to-end procurement and contract processes in line with the UNICEF procedures for all types of services especially construction, consultancy and other types of service categories in support of Programme and operations in UNICEF Afghanistan country office. This involves active engagement with requesting sections, field offices, other UN Agencies, and contractors. Key activities include tender processing on intend, request status tracker updates and monitoring, UNGM uploads, consolidation of tender information and drafting procurement outcome reports including financial evaluation and consolidation, contract issuance and amendment requests in compliance with UNICEF Supply procedures.
Sous la supervision du specialiste de suivi evaluation, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section PME 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.
UNICEF Timor-Leste is seeking for an International Consultant to review the progress and achievement of the MNCH, WASH, Nutrition and SBC activities implemented in the identified municipalities under the above project
Sous la supervision de la specialiste Genre et Adolescence, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section Genre/ADAP dans la mise en œuvre de ses interventions, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de l’enfant.
The NOC Health and Nutrition Specialist is based in Bishkek and responsible for leading the office work on mother and child health, nutrition, immunization and environmental health. This position will have responsibility to ensure high quality technical support is provided to support health reforms and support provided for improved public financing for children – with more efficient and effective spending to support preventive health priorities. The Health and Nutrition Specialist provides strong management and leadership to the health team to deliver timely and quality results against the annual workplan and in line with the CPD. S/he will also be responsible for effective budget management, as well as ensuring compliance with donor conditionalities and effective coordination with development partners in the areas of responsibility.
Sous la supervision de Senior Admin Associate, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section Administration 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.
Le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section des Ressources Humaines dans la planification, la mise
en oeuvre et le suivi de ses activités, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation
internationale engagée dans la promotion et la protection des droits de l’enfant.
Sous la supervision de Accounting and Finance Officer, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section Finance dans la mise en oeuvre de ses activités, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de
l’enfant
Sous la supervision du specialiste Education, le/la stagiaire contribuera à appuyer la section éducation dans la mise en oeuvre de ses activités, tout en acquérant une expérience pratique au sein d’une organisation internationale engagée pour les droits de
l’enfant.
Sous la supervision du Chef de la Protection de l’Enfant, le/la titulaire du poste contribue à la planification, la mise en œuvre, le suivi et l’évaluation des programmes de protection de l’enfant, avec un accent particulier sur l’engagement communautaire et la prévention des pratiques traditionnelles néfastes aux droits des enfants au Togo. Le/la titulaire assure l’intégration des approches innovantes et des mécanismes de suivi-évaluation pour garantir des résultats mesurables et durables.
UNICEF Côte d'Ivoire is seeking a dedicated Nutrition Specialist. Do you want to contribute to life-changing nutrition projects by managing and guiding program development from inception to evaluation, and have the necessary qualifications ? Apply and join us ! Your role will involve technical support, strategic planning, and ensuring adherence to UNICEF standards. If you are committed to fostering sustainable nutrition solutions for mothers and children, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to lead meaningful change.
Education: Advanced university degree in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field entailing strong quantitative OR qualitative training is required.PhD in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field entailing strong quantitative and/or qualitative training is an asset.Specialized training in evaluation methods and methodologies and in causal inference is desirable.Experience:Required: 8+ years conducting global (portfolio) thematic evaluations using robust qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including for the last 3 years is required.• 5+ years (most recent) applying AI and machine learning to the evaluation process including text mining and evaluation synthesis.• Proven ability to work with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels, including providing technical support and capacity building.• Proven track record producing user-centered outputs, including briefs, working papers, peer-reviewed journals, that contribute to awareness, knowledge, valuing and use of corporate thematic evaluations is required.DesirableThematic expertise in a programmatic area associated with UNICEF work, such as Education, Health, Nutrition, Social Policy, Child protection and Water, Sanitation, Climate Resilience is desirable.• Experience in fragile and humanitarian setting is desirable.• Experience in integrating cross-cutting issues of gender, disability and equity in global thematic evaluations is desirable.Technical skills:Proficiency in statistical software for qualitative (MAXQDA, Atlas, NVivo) and/or quantitative analysis (R, Stata, Python), familiarity with relevant applications of Large Language Models (LLM) is required.• Advanced data visualization tools is an assetLanguage: Fluency in written and oral English
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.
The Legal Affairs Specialist will give recommendations and advice on a wide range of organizational activities and interests, and concern, among other things, the interaction of UNICEF with governments and other key partners as well as on strategic initiatives across UNICEF. This support helps UNICEF to take advantage of opportunities as well as safeguard the organization from risk. The Legal Office aims to identify and mitigate exposure to potential liability and financial loss, to safeguard the ability of the organization to be accountable to its stakeholders, and to preserve credibility as well as funding from member states and other donors, both public and private.
UNICEF Angola is currently looking for a National Consultant to Support the Technical Coordination of FONAS in the implementation of Axis 7 – Research and Education during the year 2026, ensuring articulation with universities, research centers and public institutions, preparation of technical instruments and support for the planning and budget 2027 of axis 7.
Under the supervision of the Operations Manager P4, the Rome Common Services Center (CSC) will be newly established following the relocation of several UNICEF HQ Divisions to Rome, where they will be co-located with WFP HQ. This move is part of the Future Focus Initiative, aimed at achieving cost savings and supporting broader UN80 objectives. The Rome CSC will play a critical role in delivering operational support to all UNICEF Divisions based at WFP HQ, as well as coordinating closely with WFP on the services provided to UNICEF staff.
Under the direct supervision of the People and Culture Officer, the People and Culture Associate is responsible for supporting individual consultancy contracts, low-value transactions, HR administrative services – system, procedural and operational support in compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations with a high degree of customer orientation.
The People & Culture Associate performs highly skilled tasks, manages complex cases and client requests, which frequently requires the evaluation of urgent and complex situations, understanding of staff entitlements, host country regulations for protocol and privileges, and UNICEF procedures and processes to resolve issues timely with a focus on attention to details, sensitive to the needs of the clients, while applying relevant procedures. May perform Officer in Charge to P2 People & Culture Officer during absences.
As UNICEF Libya prepares for the next Country Programme cycle (2028-2032), a comprehensive Situation Analysis (SitAn) is required to provide evidence-based insights on the state of child rights and well-being in Libya. This analysis will inform strategic planning, policy dialogue, and programme design to ensure that UNICEF’s interventions achieve lasting and transformational changes for children and adolescents, particularly the most vulnerable and marginalized.
