Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Representative, the Chief, Education is accountable for the development, design, planning, implementation, and management of the Education programme within the country programme. As Head of Section, Incumbent leads a group of professional and support staff to develop and manage the education programme in collaboration with other programme sectors, and with government and key development partners. Incumbent is accountable for the overall quality of the programme design and for ensuring that it is effectively and efficiently managed and monitored.The Chief is responsible for managing and leading all stages of education programmes/projects from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of results on strengthening national education systems to improve learning outcomes, universal access to equitable and inclusive primary/early childhood education, and renewing involvement in secondary education, especially for children who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society.The Chief of Education provides strategic leadership, technical guidance, and oversight for UNICEF’s education programme with a strong focus on education economics, innovative finance, public finance, equity analysis, and systems strengthening. The role ensures that evidence based policy, financing reforms, and innovations drive improved learning outcomes for all children—especially the most marginalized. The Chief also drives large scale Public Private Partnership in the field of education.The Chief is responsible for leading, managing and establishing the plans of action to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable programme/project results, according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM) and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.
Join UNICEF as Immunization Specialist (Immunization Cold Chain and Logistics Specialist) to provide strategic and technical support to the Ministry of Health and the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI). The Specialist will support the implementation of the national EVM improvement agenda and Gavi 6.0 priorities, strengthen logistics systems and governance, improve data-driven decision-making, build national capacity, and ensure that immunization supply chain investments translate into sustainable improvements in vaccine availability, quality, efficiency, resilience, and equity across the Union of the Comoros.
Air pollution is one of the leading environmental health risks globally. The State of Global Air 2025 reports that
approximately 36% of the global population was exposed to PM2.5 concentrations exceeding 35 µg/m³ in 2023, while nearly
2.6 billion people remain exposed to household air pollution from the use of solid fuels1
. Globally, air pollution contributes
significantly to morbidity and mortality, with children being particularly vulnerable due to their developing respiratory
systems and higher exposure rates.
Air pollution arises from both outdoor (ambient) sources such as transport, industry, waste burning, and agriculture and
indoor (household) sources, primarily the use of biomass fuels for cooking and heating. Household air pollution remains a
major challenge in low- and middle-income countries, contributing to a high burden of disease among women and children2
.
Pakistan is among the countries most affected by poor air quality. The country’s annual mean PM2.5 levels remain
significantly above WHO guideline values, and a substantial proportion of the population continues to rely on polluting fuels
for cooking. WHO estimates indicate that approximately 47% of the population lacks access to clean cooking fuels, highlighting the scale of indoor air pollution exposure
In addition, Pakistan experiences recurrent seasonal smog episodes, particularly in Punjab, driven by vehicular emissions, industrial activity, agricultural burning, and meteorological conditions.
The purpose of this consultancy is to develop a prioritized and costed WASH Action Plan for monastic schools and nunneries that addresses identified infrastructure and service gaps, supports compliance with the National Standards for WASH in Schools and Monastic Institutions 2024, and strengthens transparent, accountable, and efficient resource allocation and fund management. The action plan will provide an evidence-based framework for investment prioritization, resource mobilization, coordinated implementation, and sustainable delivery of inclusive, safe, climate resilient and reliable WASH services
Join UNICEF Pacific as an Education Officer, Climate Resilience, P2, based in Suva, Fiji, and help strengthen climate-resilient education systems across 14 Pacific Island countries. This temporary appointment offers an exciting opportunity to work with governments, partners and UNICEF teams to protect learning, support safer schools, and build more resilient pathways for every child in one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable regions.
Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Representative, the Chief, Education is accountable for the development, design, planning, implementation, and management of the Education programme within the country programme. As Head of Section, Incumbent leads a group of professional and support staff to develop and manage the education programme in collaboration with other programme sectors, and with government and key development partners. Incumbent is accountable for the overall quality of the programme design and for ensuring that it is effectively and efficiently managed and monitored.The Chief is responsible for managing and leading all stages of education programmes/projects from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of results on strengthening national education systems to improve learning outcomes, universal access to equitable and inclusive primary/early childhood education, and renewing involvement in secondary education, especially for children who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society.The Chief of Education provides strategic leadership, technical guidance, and oversight for UNICEF’s education programme with a strong focus on education economics, innovative finance, public finance, equity analysis, and systems strengthening. The role ensures that evidence based policy, financing reforms, and innovations drive improved learning outcomes for all children—especially the most marginalized. The Chief also drives large scale Public Private Partnership in the field of education.The Chief is responsible for leading, managing and establishing the plans of action to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable programme/project results, according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM) and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.
Join UNICEF as Immunization Specialist (Immunization Cold Chain and Logistics Specialist) to provide strategic and technical support to the Ministry of Health and the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI). The Specialist will support the implementation of the national EVM improvement agenda and Gavi 6.0 priorities, strengthen logistics systems and governance, improve data-driven decision-making, build national capacity, and ensure that immunization supply chain investments translate into sustainable improvements in vaccine availability, quality, efficiency, resilience, and equity across the Union of the Comoros.
Air pollution is one of the leading environmental health risks globally. The State of Global Air 2025 reports that
approximately 36% of the global population was exposed to PM2.5 concentrations exceeding 35 µg/m³ in 2023, while nearly
2.6 billion people remain exposed to household air pollution from the use of solid fuels1
. Globally, air pollution contributes
significantly to morbidity and mortality, with children being particularly vulnerable due to their developing respiratory
systems and higher exposure rates.
Air pollution arises from both outdoor (ambient) sources such as transport, industry, waste burning, and agriculture and
indoor (household) sources, primarily the use of biomass fuels for cooking and heating. Household air pollution remains a
major challenge in low- and middle-income countries, contributing to a high burden of disease among women and children2
.
Pakistan is among the countries most affected by poor air quality. The country’s annual mean PM2.5 levels remain
significantly above WHO guideline values, and a substantial proportion of the population continues to rely on polluting fuels
for cooking. WHO estimates indicate that approximately 47% of the population lacks access to clean cooking fuels, highlighting the scale of indoor air pollution exposure
In addition, Pakistan experiences recurrent seasonal smog episodes, particularly in Punjab, driven by vehicular emissions, industrial activity, agricultural burning, and meteorological conditions.
The purpose of this consultancy is to develop a prioritized and costed WASH Action Plan for monastic schools and nunneries that addresses identified infrastructure and service gaps, supports compliance with the National Standards for WASH in Schools and Monastic Institutions 2024, and strengthens transparent, accountable, and efficient resource allocation and fund management. The action plan will provide an evidence-based framework for investment prioritization, resource mobilization, coordinated implementation, and sustainable delivery of inclusive, safe, climate resilient and reliable WASH services
Join UNICEF Pacific as an Education Officer, Climate Resilience, P2, based in Suva, Fiji, and help strengthen climate-resilient education systems across 14 Pacific Island countries. This temporary appointment offers an exciting opportunity to work with governments, partners and UNICEF teams to protect learning, support safer schools, and build more resilient pathways for every child in one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable regions.
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