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UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, a HERO!Working in partnership with the Government of Pakistan at every level from the local to the provincial and federal, alongside committed donors, NGOs, CSOs and private organizations, we celebrate important achievements, while recognizing that there is a long way to go before we can achieve the dream of a world fit for children. For more information, visit the UNICEF Pakistan Country Office website: UNICEF Pakistan How can you make a difference? Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Chief Supply & Logistics, the incumbent will be responsible for managing and monitoring all construction activities in the Country Office (School infrastructures, Health Centers, etc.) and providing technical support to UNICEF Programmes/Operations on construction and rehabilitation activities.  Summary of key functions/accountabilitiesPreparation of construction annual workplanCollaboration with UNICEF Programmes/Operations and coordination with Government counterpartsPreparation of design and technical documentsSupport to procurement processMonitoring of construction projectsIf you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: TOR P3 Construction Specialist for Pakistan _January 2025 (1).pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?Minimum requirements:An advanced university degree (master's or above) or equivalent is required in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical area.A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience, at the national and/or international levels, in project management, site supervision, quality assurance and/or other directly-related technical fields is required.Understanding of development and humanitarian work.Technical knowledge and experience in projects related to solarization.Skills : Ability to resolve difficult, complex and sensitive situations often under pressure;Ability to initiate and manage change in a diverse environment;Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas and concepts in written and oral form;Ability to manage and monitor the effective use of resources;Ability to supervise and direct a team of professional and support staff working on construction projects;Ability to work strategically to realize organizational goals, develop strategies, set clear visions;Strong communication and negotiation skills to establish and maintain trusted partnerships for achievement of objectives and to develop close and effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders;Ability to identify and analyze systemic issues, formulate opinions and make conclusions and recommendations to resolve them;Skill in the identification of new opportunities or requirements to meet challenges in the field and propose changes;Strong knowledge of latest developments and technology in construction industry;Strong understanding of construction project cycles, from programme needs assessment, through planning, procurement and contracting, monitoring the execution of work and evaluation of project outcomes;Strong overall knowledge and understanding of UNICEF programmes, public procurement principles, financial and legal aspects of construction issues, ethics and risk management of construction projects.Fluency in English is required. Desirables:Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.Experience of implementing construction projects for UN or development sector is an advantage.Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with others [8th competency (Nurtures, leads and manages people) for a supervisory role]. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable women, minorities, persons with disabilities and other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.UNICEF staff members holding fixed-term, continuing, or permanent appointments who are considered to be on abolished post status may apply for this temporary position and, if selected with a start date before 31 December 2025, may take it up as a temporary assignment, in line with UNICEF guidance on separation due to the abolition of posts or staff reduction. They will retain their fixed-term entitlements but will not hold a lien to their abolished post. For other scenarios where a Temporary Assignment may be possible, please refer to Additional guidance on IP to IP temporary assignments after completion of the full TOD.pdf (accessible to UNICEF personnel only).The conditions of a temporary assignment, including relocation entitlements, will depend on the status of the staff member's original appointment and may be limited in accordance with applicable UNICEF policies, procedures, and practices in force.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, a Champion!As part of the implementation of the Country Program (CP) extension phase 2021-2023 and the office Annual Rolling Work Plan 2023, UNICEF supports the Ministry of National Education, Literacy and Promotion of National Languages (MENAPLN) for the implementation of Plan de developpement de l'Education de base et de l'enseignement secondaire (PSDEBS 2021-2025).One of the PSDEBS' priorities is to increase the educational offer and the quality of education through the construction and rehabilitation of educational structures including WASH facilities. To this end, UNICEF has been supporting MENAPLN for the construction / rehabilitation of educational structures since 2014. The office has already received a multiyear allocation for the rehabilitation/construction of several schools per year with the funds from the Japanese Committee for UNICEF and from JICA among others.Additionally, the education section is heavily involved in increasing access to education in emergency and, as such, works closely with partners to oversee the construction of several types of temporary learning spaces that are clean and safe for children and teachers. How can you make a difference? Under the direct supervision of the Supply & Logistics Manager, the Construction Manager is responsible for managing the construction activities of Burkina-Faso country office. The management of construction projects includes planning, support to procurement, as well as monitoring of construction works on site. The incumbent collaborates closely with UNICEF Programme/ Operations in defining construction interventions to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children and provides technical and advisory support to Government and partners on construction project management. KEY FUNCTIONS, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RELATED DUTIES/TASKSManagement of construction unitDevelop the annual work plan for the Construction unit; determine priorities/targets and performance measurements and monitor work progress to ensure that results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards.Ensure effective and efficient management of the Construction unit human and financial resources; ensure appropriate staffing deployment and timely recruitment according to project's needs.Supervise and coach unit staff; conduct weekly unit meetings; ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities. In collaboration with the Construction Unit in Supply Division, ensure knowledge sharing and learning is prioritized in order to continuously build capacity of individuals and the team.Collaboration with UNICEF Programme and coordination with Government counterpartsProvide technical backstopping and support in matter of construction project management to Programme sections.Establish close collaboration with Programme sections through involvement in construction project proposals, planning, and preparation of relevant terms of reference.In collaboration with the Government counterparts, develop and produce innovative cost-effective construction designs using local construction materials; compile and update list of best practices in construction and building design.Attend steering and technical cooperation meetings; prepare PPT presentations on projects' progress; undertake follow-up action and coordination related to project implementation and monitoring.Keep Programme sections informed of projects' progress and obstacles; draft relevant sections of project reports required for donors, management, annual reports, etc.Preparation of design and technical documentsPrepare the scope of construction works based on program requirements and site assessment; define deliverables and payment modality.Advocate and support the application of UNICEF norms and standards (child-friendly, accessibility, greening, MOSS, MORSS, etc.) to construction projects, taking into consideration the local environment and available materials.Ensure technical documents (design drawings, technical specifications and bills of quantities) are clear, complete and compliant to programmatic requirements; ensure endorsement of these technical documents by relevant ministries.Ensure all permits required for construction activities are obtained prior initiating works.Support to procurement processLiaise and coordinate with Supply section to prepare LPA requests and CRC submissions with supporting documents related to construction activities.Conduct surveys to identify potential construction companies and engineering firms available in the local market; establish local Long-Term Arrangements for engineering services (design and site supervision).Prepare the terms of reference and other tender documents for selecting construction companies and supervising firms; attend bidders' conference and present the technical components of the tender; answer technical questions raised by the bidders during the tendering.Conduct the evaluation of technical proposals received and draft the evaluation report; provide support to Supply section on the analysis of financial proposals.Monitoring of construction projectsOrganize the start of construction works in coordination with the construction company and the engineering firm.Ensure overall follow-up to construction activities by undertaking regular site visits, conducting regular technical meetings, monitoring progress and ensuring work compliance with norms, standards, and timeline.Ensure effective monitoring and supervision tools are developed and implemented, to enable monitoring and analysis of contract performance easily undertaken and ensure that contractors and engineering consultancy companies are working in compliance with contractual terms and conditions.Certify payments and variations; monitor construction expenditures and submit financial status reports on construction activities.Provide support to UNICEF Contract Administrator on contract management, amendments, variations, duration extensions, applying liquidated damages, etc.Organize and participate in the partial, substantial and final reception of works after verifying the correction of all defects.Ensure contract close-out in VISION along with completed Contract Performance Evaluation; Prepare and submit the final completion report and lessons learned to the Construction Unit (SD). To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?Minimum requirements:Education: An advanced university degree (at least Master degree) is required in civil engineering, construction engineering or architecture.Work Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience, at the national and/or international levels, in project management, site supervision, quality assurance and/or other directly related technical fields is required.Language Requirements: Fluency in French is required (written and oral). Good working knowledge of English (written and oral) Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset;Desirables:Understanding of development and humanitarian work. Emergency experience an advantage. Prior experience with the United Nations System is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable [Insert candidates from targeted underrepresented groups] are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.UNICEF staff members holding fixed-term, continuing, or permanent appointments who are considered to be on abolished post status may apply for this temporary position and, if selected with a start date before 31 December 2025, may take it up as a temporary assignment, in line with UNICEF guidance on separation due to the abolition of posts or staff reduction. They will retain their fixed-term entitlements but will not hold a lien to their abolished post. For other scenarios where a Temporary Assignment may be possible, please refer to Additional guidance on IP to IP temporary assignments after completion of the full TOD.pdf (accessible to UNICEF personnel only).The conditions of a temporary assignment, including relocation entitlements, will depend on the status of the staff member's original appointment and may be limited in accordance with applicable UNICEF policies, procedures, and practices in force.Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up!  For every child, an advocate.In Nigeria, UNICEF works in a complex humanitarian and development setting to fulfill and protect children's rights in partnership with the government, civil society, children, and families.  UNICEF Nigeria is one of the largest UNICEF Country Offices globally - click the link to learn more about UNICEF in Nigeria:Click here to experience our country through the perspective of our colleagues by clicking on this Link Background:The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does ? in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children's rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life ? in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions ? her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing investing in the health, education and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens ? addressing inequity ? not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries.In line with the Rights and Results-based Programming approach of UNICEF, the Programme Budget Specialist will contribute and collaborate in providing technical support to strengthen the culture of results-based programme budgeting, and ensure alignment and linkage with the results-based planning, monitoring, reporting and resource mobilization priorities of the Country Programme How can you make a difference? Purpose Of the Job:Under the direct supervision of the Chief (PMR), the Programme Budget Specialist will be responsible for tracking, analyzing and reporting income and expenditures, including donor contributions and will be accountable for analyzing the needs,  preparation, management and monitoring of contributions, involving all sources of funds across programmes and operations, contributing to the overall governance of the office. She/he will also collaborate with HQ, RO and CO and contribute to the overall strategies related to contribution and budget management and reporting and capacity building for UNICEF Nigeria Country Office. Key Functions, Accountabilities and Related Tasks:1.Supports the formulation of strategies and concept.2.Support Budget analysis focusing on achieving results3. Contribution management (budget planning allocation, monitoring)4. Management of financial dashboard reports5.Management of financial reports related to resource mobilization and donor reporting.  If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: JD Budget Specialist P3 Nigeria_Oct 2025 TA.pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?Minimum requirementsAdvanced University degree in Business Administration, Finance and Accounting, General administration, Development studies, Statistics, Social Sciences, or any other relevant field of discipline.Minimum five years of relevant professional work experience in Programme management and budgeting.Work experience in international organization in the relevant area is an assetWork experience on EU financial reporting is considered an assetExperience in the usage of office software MS package and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.Experience in SAP is required.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (1)(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (1)(3) Drive to achieve results for impact (1)(4) Innovates and embraces change (1)(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)(6) Thinks and acts strategically (1)(7) Works collaboratively with others (1) Temporary Assignment:UNICEF staff members holding fixed-term, continuing, or permanent appointments who are considered to be on abolished post status may apply for this temporary position and, if selected with a start date before 31 December 2025, may take it up as a temporary assignment, in line with UNICEF guidance on separation due to the abolition of posts or staff reduction. They will retain their fixed-term entitlements but will not hold a lien to their abolished post. For other scenarios where a Temporary Assignment may be possible, please refer to Additional guidance on IP to IP temporary assignments after completion of the full TOD.pdf (accessible to internal staff only).The conditions of a temporary assignment, including relocation entitlements, will depend on the status of the staff member's original appointment and may be limited in accordance with applicable UNICEF policies, procedures, and practices in force.Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.UNICEF staff members holding fixed term, continuing, or permanent appointments who are considered to be on abolished post status may apply for this temporary position and, if selected with a start date before 31 December 2025, may take it up as a temporary assignment, in line with UNICEF guidance on separation due to the abolition of posts or staff reduction. They will retain their fixed-term entitlements but will not hold a lien to their abolished post. For other scenarios where a Temporary Assignment may be possible, please refer to Additional guidance on IP to IP temporary assignments after completion of the full TOD.pdf (accessible to UNICEF personnel only).The conditions of a temporary assignment, including relocation entitlements, will depend on the status of the staff member's original appointment and may be limited in accordance with applicable UNICEF policies, procedures, and practices in force.Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting." 

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, protectionThe Child Protection Officer will work in the Equatorial Guinea Country Office in the Child Protection Component, that is part of the Outcomes ?Equitable Social Protection of Children? UNICEF-Equatorial Guinea CPD 2024-2028. Which in turn contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF 2024-2028 EQG). How can you make a difference? The Child Protection Officer reports to Child Protection Specialist for supervision. The Child Protection Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for child protection programmes/projects within the Country Programme from development planning to delivery of results. H/She prepares, executes, manages, and implements a variety of technical and administrative programme tasks to facilitate programme development, implementation, programme progress monitoring, evaluating and reporting.Support to programme development and planningProgramme management, monitoring and delivery of resultsTechnical and operational support to programme implementationAdvocacy, networking and partnership buildingInnovation, knowledge management and capacity buildingIf you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: Child Protection Officer Level 2.pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?Minimum requirements:Education:A university degree (Bachelor's degree) in one of the following fields is required: international development, human rights, psychology, sociology, international law, or another relevant social science field.Work Experience:A minimum of two years of professional experience in social development planning and management in child protection related areas is required.Language Requirements: Proficient in Spanish and English are required.Desirables:Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization.Relevant experience in programme development in child protection related areas in a UN system agency or organization. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with others Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.This position has been assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes as it is either a role with direct contact with children, a role that works directly with identifiable children's data, a safeguarding response role, or an assessed risk role. Additional vetting and assessment for elevated risk roles in child safeguarding (potentially including additional criminal background checks) apply.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. UNICEF staff members holding fixed-term, continuing, or permanent appointments who are considered to be on abolished post status may apply for this temporary position and, if selected with a start date before 31 December 2025, may take it up as a temporary assignment, in line with UNICEF guidance on separation due to the abolition of posts or staff reduction. They will retain their fixed-term entitlements but will not hold a lien to their abolished post. For other scenarios where a Temporary Assignment may be possible, please refer to Additional guidance on IP to IP temporary assignments after completion of the full TOD.pdf (accessible to UNICEF personnel only).The conditions of a temporary assignment, including relocation entitlements, will depend on the status of the staff member's original appointment and may be limited in accordance with applicable UNICEF policies, procedures, and practices in force.Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to Survive!The 2026–2029 Strategic Plan reaffirms UNICEF's commitment to an integrated, rights-based approach that bridges humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding efforts. In a world increasingly shaped by conflict, climate change, and economic instability, UNICEF prioritizes resilience, inclusion, and sustainability in all its work. Strengthening community-based systems, promoting climate-resilient WASH and health services, and empowering families and youth are central to achieving sustainable results. UNICEF combines innovation, data, and partnerships to address both medical and social barriers affecting child well-being. Through collaboration with governments, civil society, and the private sector, UNICEF strives to build systems that protect and empower every child. By tackling inequities and preparing for future risks, UNICEF advances progress toward a fairer, safer, and more sustainable world for all children. How can you make a difference? The Chief of Child Survival and Development (CSD) provides strategic leadership to an integrated programme encompassing Health, Nutrition, and WASH to advance child survival, growth, and resilience in Eritrea. This position is pivotal in ensuring that every child, especially the most vulnerable, benefits from equitable access to essential services and from improved health, nutrition, and hygienic practices during the crucial first 1,000 days of life.With a strong technical focus on WASH, the Chief leads the design and implementation of climate-resilient water, sanitation, and hygiene systems that directly contribute to better health outcomes and reduce disease burden. The role promotes integration between WASH, Health, and Nutrition to address both medical and social determinants of child well-being.The Chief also steers UNICEF's engagement in humanitarian preparedness and response, ensuring that WASH and health systems remain functional and adaptable amid climate and environmental challenges. A key part of the role involves building and sustaining strategic partnerships with government institutions, development partners, and donors to strengthen systems, mobilize resources, and advocate for sustainable investment. Through evidence-based planning, coordination, and innovation, the Chief ensures integrated, climate-smart, and results-driven programming that delivers lasting impact for every child in Eritrea.Key roles and responsibilitiesManagerial leadershipProvide strategic leadership and direction to the integrated Child Survival and Development (CSD) programme, encompassing Health, Nutrition, and WASH, with a strong focus on climate-resilient systems, equity, and sustainability. Lead the development of the annual workplan with clear priorities, measurable targets, and performance indicators aligned with the Country Programme and UNICEF's Strategic Plan (2026–2029).Foster programmatic integration and synergy across the Health, Nutrition, and WASH components to maximize efficiency and impact, ensuring that interventions collectively contribute to improved child survival and well-being.Establish clear, results-oriented performance objectives and work plans for all CSD team members. Provide regular coaching, technical guidance, and performance feedback to promote accountability, professional growth, and high-quality delivery.Promote teamwork, collaboration, and knowledge sharing across sectors and with partners, cultivating a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning.Oversee team management and coordination, ensuring effective planning, monitoring, and timely achievement of results. Uphold UNICEF's values of care, integrity, trust, and accountability, and lead by example in demonstrating ethical and transparent leadershipProgram development and planningLead and provide strategic, technical, and operational guidance for the design, planning, and regular updating of evidence-based situation analyses to inform an integrated Child Survival and Development (CSD) strategy encompassing Health, Nutrition, and WASH. Ensure that analyses capture emerging humanitarian, climate, and socio-economic trends affecting children and communities in Eritrea.Coordinate and supervise the formulation of programme strategies and plans that strengthen health and nutrition outcomes through climate-resilient WASH interventions, community systems strengthening, and social and behavioural change. Ensure that programme goals, targets, and results frameworks are based on results-based management (RBM) principles and informed by disaggregated data and evidence.Ensure full alignment of CSD components with UNICEF's Strategic Plan (2026–2029), the Country New CPD, the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), regional strategies, and national development priorities. Promote coherence and integration across sectors and levels of intervention.Engage collaboratively with government counterparts, UN agencies, civil society, and development partners to provide technical support and policy advice. Foster innovation and cross-sectoral synergies to achieve sustainable and climate-smart results for children's health, nutrition, and well-being.Program management, monitoring and delivery of resultsLead the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH components of the Eritrea Country Programme (2027–2031), ensuring coherence with UNICEF's Strategic Plan (2026–2029) and alignment with national development priorities and the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF).Collaborate with government counterparts, UN agencies, civil society, and development partners to establish monitoring benchmarks, performance indicators, and accountability frameworks. Ensure these systems capture cross-sectoral linkages, climate resilience, gender equality, and equity dimensions.Oversee joint monitoring missions, programme reviews, and evaluations to assess progress, identify bottlenecks, and determine corrective actions for timely achievement of results. Facilitate adaptive management, learning, and innovation across Health, Nutrition, and WASH programmes.Strengthen evidence-based decision-making by preparing and reviewing analytical monitoring and evaluation reports, identifying best practices, and using lessons learned to inform strategic planning and resource allocation.Ensure effective management and optimal use of financial, human, and administrative resources, in full compliance with UNICEF's regulations, donor requirements, and standards of accountability and transparency.Produce high-quality progress reports, donor proposals /updates, and knowledge products demonstrating results, value for money, and the impact of integrated, climate-resilient interventions on children's survival and developmentAdvocacy, networking and partnership buildingBuild, sustain, and strengthen strategic partnerships with government institutions, development partners, donors, academia, and civil society to advance the integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH agenda under the Eritrea Country Programme (2027–2031). Promote multi-sectoral collaboration that accelerates progress on child survival, equitable service delivery, and climate-resilient systems.Lead evidence-based advocacy and policy dialogue to position UNICEF as a trusted partner in advancing child rights, social justice, and equity. Engage actively in national and Inter-Agency platforms to influence policy, planning, and resource allocation for Health, Nutrition, and WASH, ensuring UNICEF's priorities are reflected in the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF).Contribute to the development and dissemination of high-quality advocacy, communication, and knowledge products showcasing results, innovations, and lessons learned in integrated CSD programming. Use these materials to raise awareness, mobilize partnerships, and attract funding to close financing gaps, particularly in WASH infrastructure, nutrition, and health systems.Strengthen collaboration with private sector partners and non-traditional donors to promote innovation, climate-smart technologies, and sustainable financing models that enhance resilience and service delivery for children and communities. Innovation, knowledge management and capacity buildingPromote innovation and evidence-based solutions that strengthen integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH programming, with a focus on climate-resilient and community-driven systems. Encourage the use of digital platforms, data systems, and technology-enabled approaches to enhance real-time monitoring, service delivery, and accountability for results.Keep abreast of global and regional trends in public health, food systems, and WASH innovation. Research, document, and institutionalize cutting-edge practices and lessons learned to inform adaptive programming and policy dialogue. Facilitate cross-sectoral learning and the exchange of best practices between government, partners, and communities.Integrate climate adaptation, community health, and sustainable food systems approaches into programme design to address the interlinkages between nutrition, health, environment, and livelihoods. Ensure that innovations contribute to reducing inequalities and building resilience at household and community levels.Lead the design and implementation of capacity development initiatives for government counterparts, service providers, and community structures. Strengthening institutional and individual competencies in digital data use, programme integration, climate-sensitive planning, and results-based management to ensure sustainable, high-impact outcomes for children.Other duties as assignedTo qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Minimum requirements:Education:An advanced university degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Water and Sanitation Engineering, Climate and Environmental Sciences, Nutrition, or other relevant health-related or social science field is required.Additional qualifications or specialization in climate resilience, WASH systems strengthening, community health, or environmental sustainability are considered a strong asset.Work Experience:A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience in public health, WASH, climate-resilient systems, or nutrition programme planning and management at the international level, including experience in developing countries, is required.Proven experience in integrated Child Survival and Development (CSD) programming that combines Health, Nutrition, and WASH interventions is highly desirable. Experience in the design and implementation of climate adaptation and resilience-building initiatives, particularly those linking WASH and community health, is an asset.Relevant experience in programme and project management within the UN system, multilateral development institutions, or international organizations is required.Experience working with or in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB), or familiarity with its funding modalities and coordination frameworks, will be considered a strong asset.Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.  Knowledge of other UN language and the local working language of the duty station is an asset.Desirables:Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages peopleFamiliarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.UNICEF staff members holding fixed-term, continuing, or permanent appointments who are considered to be on abolished post status may apply for this temporary position and, if selected with a start date before 31 December 2025, may take it up as a temporary assignment, in line with UNICEF guidance on separation due to the abolition of posts or staff reduction. They will retain their fixed-term entitlements but will not hold a lien to their abolished post. For other scenarios where a Temporary Assignment may be possible, please refer to Additional guidance on IP to IP temporary assignments after completion of the full TOD.pdf (accessible to UNICEF personnel only).The conditions of a temporary assignment, including relocation entitlements, will depend on the status of the staff member's original appointment and may be limited in accordance with applicable UNICEF policies, procedures, and practices in force.Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.For every child, the right to a Future How can you make a difference?UNICEF requires a data and software engineer to support the newly formed Office of Strategy and Evidence (OSE) in enhancing its data engineering, report automation, and AI-based analytics, while simultaneously migrating primary responsibility for its technology stack to the platforms team of the Digital Impact Division (DID).In the context of UNICEF's Future Focus Initiative (FFI) D&A is joining forces with the Global Office of Research and Foresight (GORAF) to create a new Office of Strategy and Evidence. As part of this refactoring, the management of data technology platforms incubated by D&A, including data warehouses and enterprise geospatial platforms will be migrated to UNICEF's Digital Impact Division (DID), as will its data technology community of practice the Frontier Data Network.UNICEF requires a data and software engineer to support the newly formed Office of Strategy and Evidence (OSE) in enhancing its data engineering, report automation, and AI-based analytics, while simultaneously migrating primary responsibility for its technology stack to the platforms team of the Digital Impact Division (DID).If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: TA - ICT Specialist P3.pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have... Minimum requirements:Education: Master or equivalent (Advanced University Degree) in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Development, Computer Science and any other related fields.Work Experience: At least 5 years of relevant work experience in Information Technology, Information Communication Technology, Data Engineering, Data Analytics, AI-based Analytics, Report Automation, Technology Transition, Data Management, Cloud Services, Data Lifecycle Management, Generative AI, Data Pipelines. and any other related fields.Skills: AI, Analysis, Software Development, Machine Learning, Innovation.Language Requirements: English - ProficientDesirables:Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local languageOrganizational awareness, Staff management, UN experience, Emergency solutions.Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with othersFamiliarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.UNICEF staff members holding fixed-term, continuing, or permanent appointments who are considered to be on abolished post status may apply for this temporary position and, if selected with a start date before 31 December 2025, may take it up as a temporary assignment, in line with UNICEF guidance on separation due to the abolition of posts or staff reduction. They will retain their fixed-term entitlements but will not hold a lien to their abolished post. For other scenarios where a Temporary Assignment may be possible, please refer to Additional guidance on IP to IP temporary assignments after completion of the full TOD.pdf (accessible to UNICEF personnel only).The conditions of a temporary assignment, including relocation entitlements, will depend on the status of the staff member's original appointment and may be limited in accordance with applicable UNICEF policies, procedures, and practices in force.In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues across multiple locations. For effective collaboration, we encourage flexible working hours that accommodate different time zones while prioritizing staff wellbeing.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.         ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to commitmentUNICEF's Legal Team in the Office of the Executive Director supports the organization's business units around the world – our clients – by delivering strategic legal solutions through collaboration. We provide legal advice that is risk-informed, timely, responsive, and pragmatic. We empower clients and build their capacity to self-help. We proactively engage with clients to anticipate trends and challenges and develop systemic solutions; and we protect UNICEF by identifying legal, reputational and other risks, and helping to mitigate those risks. Our lawyers are based in several UNICEF locations, including Brussels, Belgium.We seek to hire an experienced lawyer to join the Legal Team in Brussels, Belgium, under a fixed-term appointment. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of extension, subject to organizational needs and satisfactory performance. The Legal Affairs Specialist in Brussels will advise internal clients on UNICEF's arrangements with financial service providers, common premises and common services arrangements, mobile and digital payments systems for humanitarian cash transfers, financial transactions, as well as supporting other business units globally on a broad spectrum of legal matters ranging from commercial contracts, disputes, and institutional matters. Legal Affairs Specialist in Brussels will report to the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist in New York, who reports to the Chief Legal Counsel. How can you make a difference? Members of the UNICEF Legal Team are expected to be open-minded and resourceful, responsive, and dynamic, transparent and approachable, and clear and authoritative. The overall direction of the Legal Team is set by the Chief Legal Counsel in New York.The Legal Affairs Specialist will is expected to work autonomously, collaborating regularly with other team members, all under the supervision of the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist.Manage a large portfolio of legal projects and files, ranging across the organization including, by way of illustration:1.)   Act as the lead lawyer on:a)    Legal agreements with UNICEF financial service providers including but not limited to banks and digital payment providers;b)    Legal agreements for cash-based transfer programmes;c)     Legal agreements for electronic payments and reporting;d)    Review and guidance with bank guarantees in support of UNICEF programme implementation;e)    Update of UNICEF template agreements with financial service providers;f)      Resolution of disputes, court orders, and liens impacting UNICEF financial resources;g)    Guidance and interpretation of decisions, regulations, sanctions, rules, policies, procedures, including but not limited to UNICEF Financial Regulations and Rules.h)    Leases for UNICEF offices globally;i)      Advising on UNICEF's internal financial policy development and interpretation; andj)      Dispute resolution with regard to disputes between external entities and UNICEF.2.)   Collaborate closely with teams across the organization, at the headquarters / divisional level, and at the regional and country office level, in a wide range of development and humanitarian contexts.3.)   Develop and provide training and capacity building to internal divisions and offices teams across UNICEF; proactively share knowledge with other team members.4.)   Support projects managed by the Team (legal knowledge management, office governance, case management) throughout their entire lifecycle, including design & planning, stakeholder engagement, monitoring & evaluation.5.)   Take on other tasks and duties, as required.The Legal Affairs Specialist will be expected to:6.)   Be alive to the bigger picture. Connect dots, identify trends, develop solutions. This involves taking ownership and having a sense of accountability over their portfolio as a whole, consciously answering the need for creativity and resourcefulness in all situations (i.e. show initiative, be proactive, create and use networks, think outside the box). 7.)   Take leadership in action and be responsive with client, while keeping their supervisor posted. This involves communicating with the client regularly, maintaining high levels of responsiveness to the client, keeping their supervisor regularly informed and seeking their input and guidance appropriately, managing the expectations of the client and knowing when to escalate.8.)   Take charge – be responsible and be accountable. This involves:o    taking a risk-based approach, prioritizing and, where matters warrant their investment, applying a forward-looking strategic approach - demonstrating coherence, rigor and thought over their matters;o    being pro-active in stakeholder management, and following up on outstanding matters and queries;  o    being resourceful, for example, use networks to unlock matters. 9.)   Exercise good judgement on emerging challenges, especially where there is a need to escalate so as to avoid or overcome an impasse and involve their supervisor in a timely manner. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Minimum requirements:Education:A minimum of an advance university law degree (for example. LL. B post-graduate; LL.M.; J.D.) in a relevant field of law (e.g. international law, commercial law) or equivalent is required.   At the discretion of the Chief Legal Counsel, a first-level university law degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university law degree.Work Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law in a relevant field is required (e.g. international law; commercial law).  Experience in a law firm, in private practice or as in-house counsel, or in an international organization (UN and related organizations, international financial institutions, development banks, regional banks) is required.  Skills: A constructive and client-oriented approach to resolution of problems is required.Excellent research, legal writing and drafting skills are required.Excellent verbal communication and negotiation skills, excellent interpersonal skills with staff at all levels, and the ability to work with utmost discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters are required.Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in another language, particularly one of the other official languages of the United Nations (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is also desirable. Desirables:Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts is desired. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with others  Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable  candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil serviceHumanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.         ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to [insert tagline] UNICEF's Legal Team in the Office of the Executive Director supports the organization's business units around the world – our clients – by delivering strategic legal solutions through collaboration. We provide legal advice that is risk-informed, timely, responsive, and pragmatic. We empower clients and build their capacity to self-help. We proactively engage with clients to anticipate trends and challenges and develop systemic solutions; and we protect UNICEF by identifying legal, reputational and other risks, and helping to mitigate those risks. Our lawyers are based in several UNICEF locations, including in Rome, Italy. We seek to hire an experienced lawyer to join the Legal Team in Rome, Italy on a fixed-term appointment. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of extension.The Legal Affairs Specialist in Rome will advise internal clients on UNICEF's arrangements with private sector partners and service providers related to UNICEF's fundraising operations, as well as supporting other business units globally on a broad spectrum of legal matters ranging from commercial contracts, disputes, and institutional matters. Legal Affairs Specialist in Rome will report to the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist in Rome who reports to the Chief Legal Counsel. How can you make a difference? Members of the UNICEF Legal Team are expected to be open-minded and resourceful, responsive, and dynamic, transparent and approachable, and clear and authoritative. The overall direction of the Legal Team is set by the Chief Legal Counsel in New York.The Legal Affairs Specialist will is expected to work autonomously, collaborating regularly with other team members, all under the supervision of the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist.The Legal Affairs Specialist will: 1.     In relation to private sector fundraising and partnerships:1.)   Lead and advise on negotiations with key private sector partners for partnership agreements;2.)   Lead and advise on negotiations with financial service providers and other service providers for digital and other fundraising operations;3.)   Advise on policy development and interpretation in the area of private sector partnerships and fundraising;4.)   Advise on related implementation issues, including breaches, dispute resolution and other risks as and when required.2.     Collaborate closely with the different teams in PFP, including in the regions and other diviaions, on private sector partnerships and fundraising, as well as with teams across the organization, at the headquarters / divisional level, and at the regional and country office level, in widely varying development and humanitarian contexts.3.     Advise on the legal interpretation of decisions, regulations, rules, procedures, and other elements of the UNICEF regulatory framework, including but not limited to UNICEF's Resource Mobilization Policy and Procedure on Engagement with Business.4.     Develop and provide training and capacity building to teams across the organization; proactively share knowledge with other team members.5.     Support projects managed by the Team (legal knowledge management, office governance, case management) throughout their entire lifecycle, including design & planning, stakeholder engagement, monitoring & evaluation.6.     Take on other tasks and duties, as required.The Legal Affairs Specialist will be expected to:Be alive to the bigger picture. Connect dots, identify trends, develop solutions. This involves taking ownership and having a sense of accountability over their portfolio as a whole, consciously answering the need for creativity and resourcefulness in all situations (i.e. show initiative, be proactive, create and use networks, think outside the box). Take leadership in action and be responsive with client, while keeping their supervisor posted. This involves communicating with the client regularly, maintaining high levels of responsiveness to the client, keeping their supervisor regularly informed and seeking their input and guidance appropriately, managing the expectations of the client and knowing when to escalate.Take charge – be responsible and be accountable. This involves:taking a risk-based approach, prioritizing and, where matters warrant their investment, applying a forward-looking strategic approach - demonstrating coherence, rigor and thought over their matters;being pro-active in stakeholder management, and following up on outstanding matters and queries;  being resourceful, for example, use networks to unlock matters. Exercise good judgement on emerging challenges, especially where there is a need to escalate so as to avoid or overcome an impasse and involve their supervisor in a timely manner. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Minimum requirements:Education:A minimum of an advance university law degree (for example. LL. B post-graduate; LL.M.; J.D.) in a relevant field of law (e.g. international law, commercial law) or equivalent is required.   At the discretion of the Chief Legal Counsel, a first-level university law degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university law degree. Work Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law in a relevant field is required (e.g. international law, commercial law).  Experience in a law firm, in private practice or as in-house counsel, or in an international organization (UN and related organizations, international financial institutions, development banks, regional banks) is required.Skills:Demonstrated expertise in commercial negotiations is required.A constructive and client-oriented approach to resolution of problems is required.Excellent research, legal writing and drafting skills are required.Excellent verbal communication and negotiation skills, excellent interpersonal skills with staff at all levels, and the ability to work with utmost discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters are required.Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in another language, particularly one of the other official languages of the United Nations (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is also desirable. Desirables:Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts is desired. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with others Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, commitmentUNICEF's Legal Team in the Office of the Executive Director supports the organization's business units around the world – our clients – by delivering strategic legal solutions through collaboration. We provide legal advice that is risk-informed, timely, responsive, and pragmatic. We empower clients and build their capacity to self-help. We proactively engage with clients to anticipate trends and challenges and develop systemic solutions; and we protect UNICEF by identifying legal, reputational and other risks, and helping to mitigate those risks. Our lawyers are based in several UNICEF locations, including in Rome, Italy. The Legal Affairs Specialist will provide legal advice to internal clients on data protection matters, including interpretation of the Policy on Personal Data and Privacy and related regulatory documents, data protection in relation to a broad spectrum of agreement and MOUs, and any other data protection matters, as well as supporting other business units globally on a broad spectrum of legal matters ranging from commercial contracts, disputes, and institutional matters. Legal Affairs Specialist will report to the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist who reports to the Chief Legal Counsel.We seek to hire an experienced lawyer to join the Legal Team in Rome, Italy under a fixed -term appointment. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of extension subject to organizational needs and satisfactory performance.  How can you make a difference? Members of the UNICEF Legal Team are expected to be open-minded and resourceful, responsive, and dynamic, transparent and approachable, and clear and authoritative. The overall direction of the Legal Team is set by the Chief Legal Counsel in New York.The Legal Affairs Specialist will is expected to work autonomously, collaborating regularly with other team members, all under the supervision of the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist.The Legal Affairs Specialist will act as the lead lawyer to: 1.     Provide substantive legal advice in the following areas from a data protection and privacy perspective:1.)   partnerships with governments and international financial institutions;2.)   commercial and financial transactions;3.)   institutional matters, including privileges and immunities;4.)   policy development and interpretation5.)   human resources matter (except tribunal cases)6.)   dispute resolution2.     Collaborate closely with the UNICEF Data Protection Team, as well as with teams across the organization, at the headquarters / divisional level, and at the regional and country office level, in widely varying development and humanitarian contexts.3.     Leads on representing the Legal Team in the Data Protection Programme Working Group and providing inputs and advice as necessary. This includes advising on the development and roll-out of divisional and regional implementation plans. This may include development of tools and guidance and jointly providing training with the Data Protection Team. 4.     Leads on advising on and negotiating data protection framework agreements with key partners, as well as data processing agreements at all levels. This could also involve working on advising on strucuturing and governance of UNICEF digital products as well as related documentation. 5.     Advise on data breaches and remedial actions, as well as other information security incidents as needed. 6.     Advise on the legal interpretation of decisions, regulations, rules, procedures, and other elements of the UNICEF regulatory framework, including but not limited to UNICEF's Policy on Personal Data Protection & Privacy.7.     Develop and provide training and capacity building to teams across the organization; proactively share knowledge with other team members.8.     Support projects managed by the Team (legal knowledge management, office governance, case management) throughout their entire lifecycle, including design & planning, stakeholder engagement, monitoring & evaluation.9.     Take on other tasks and duties, as required.The Legal Affairs Specialist will be expected to:Be alive to the bigger picture. Connect dots, identify trends, develop solutions. This involves taking ownership and having a sense of accountability over their portfolio as a whole, consciously answering the need for creativity and resourcefulness in all situations (i.e. show initiative, be proactive, create and use networks, think outside the box). Take leadership in action and be responsive with client, while keeping their supervisor posted. This involves communicating with the client regularly, maintaining high levels of responsiveness to the client, keeping their supervisor regularly informed and seeking their input and guidance appropriately, managing the expectations of the client and knowing when to escalate.Take charge – be responsible and be accountable. This involves:taking a risk-based approach, prioritizing and, where matters warrant their investment, applying a forward-looking strategic approach - demonstrating coherence, rigor and thought over their matters;being pro-active in stakeholder management, and following up on outstanding matters and queries;  being resourceful, for example, use networks to unlock matters. Exercise good judgement on emerging challenges, especially where there is a need to escalate so as to avoid or overcome an impasse and involve their supervisor in a timely manner. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Minimum requirements:Education: A minimum of an advanced university law degree (for example. LL. B post-graduate; LL.M.; J.D.) in a relevant field of law (e.g. international law, commercial law) or equivalent is required.   At the discretion of the Chief Legal Counsel, a first-level university law degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university law degree.Work Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law in a relevant field is required (e.g. data protection law).  Experience in a law firm, in private practice or as in-house counsel, or in an international organization (UN and related organizations, international financial institutions, development banks, regional banks) is required. Skills: Demonstrated expertise in data protection law and practice is required.A constructive and client-oriented approach to resolution of problems is required.Excellent research, legal writing and drafting skills are required.Excellent verbal communication and negotiation skills, excellent interpersonal skills with staff at all levels, and the ability to work with utmost discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters are required.Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in another language, particularly one of the other official languages of the United Nations (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is also desirable.Desirables:Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts is desired. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values The UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with others Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible candidates from different backgrounds are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues across multiple locations. For effective collaboration, we encourage flexible working hours that accommodate different time zones while prioritizing staff wellbeing.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, commitmentUNICEF's Legal Team in the Office of the Executive Director supports the organization's business units around the world – our clients – by delivering strategic legal solutions through collaboration. We provide legal advice that is risk-informed, timely, responsive, and pragmatic. We empower clients and build their capacity to self-help. We proactively engage with clients to anticipate trends and challenges and develop systemic solutions; and we protect UNICEF by identifying legal, reputational and other risks, and helping to mitigate those risks. Our lawyers are based in several UNICEF locations, including Brussels, Belgium.The Legal Affairs Specialist in Brussels will advise internal clients on UNICEF's arrangements with multilateral climate funds, international financial institutions, financial service providers, private sector fundraising and digital payments systems, financial transactions, 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 in Brussels will report to the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist in Brussels who reports to the Chief Legal Counsel.We seek to hire an experienced lawyer to join the Legal Team in Brussels under a fixed -term appointment. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of extension subject to organizational needs and satisfactory performance. How can you make a difference? Members of the UNICEF Legal Team are expected to be open-minded and resourceful, responsive, and dynamic, transparent and approachable, and clear and authoritative. The overall direction of the Legal Team is set by the Chief Legal Counsel in New York.The Legal Affairs Specialist will is expected to work autonomously, collaborating regularly with other team members, all under the supervision of the Senior Legal Affairs Specialist.  S/He will manage a large portfolio of legal projects and files, ranging across the organization including, by way of illustration:1.)   Act as the lead lawyer on:a)    Legal agreements with multilateral climate partners, including framework agreements as well as funding contracts;b)    Structuring and negotiating project-specific climate funding agreements, informed by international climate finance standards and multilateral partner objectives;c)     Legal agreements with UNICEF's implementing partners for programmes using multilateral climate funds;d)    Development and update of UNICEF template agreements with multilateral climate funds, international financial institutions, private sector partners and implementing partners;e)    Partnerships with governments, international financial institutions, global philanthropic organizations and foundations, civil society organizations and private sector entities to structure financial contributions and programme implementation, with a particular focus on accessing climate financing instruments;f)      Resolution of disputes, court orders, and liens impacting UNICEF financial resources;g)    Guidance and interpretation of decisions, regulations, sanctions, rules, policies, procedures, including but not limited to UNICEF Financial Regulations and Rules as well as the Policy on Resource Mobilization.h)    Advising on UNICEF's internal financial policy development and interpretation; andi)      Dispute resolution with regard to disputes between external entities and UNICEF.2.)   Collaborate closely with teams across the organization, at the headquarters / divisional level, and at the regional and country office level, in a wide range of development and humanitarian contexts.3.)   Develop and provide training and capacity building to internal divisions and offices teams across UNICEF on climate legal frameworks; proactively share knowledge with other team members.4.)   Support projects managed by the Team (legal knowledge management, office governance, case management) throughout their entire lifecycle, including design & planning, stakeholder engagement, monitoring & evaluation.5.)   Take on other tasks and duties, as required.The Legal Affairs Specialist will be expected to:6.)   Be alive to the bigger picture. Connect dots, identify trends, develop solutions. This involves taking ownership and having a sense of accountability over their portfolio as a whole, consciously answering the need for creativity and resourcefulness in all situations (i.e. show initiative, be proactive, create and use networks, think outside the box). 7.)   Take leadership in action and be responsive with client, while keeping their supervisor posted. This involves communicating with the client regularly, maintaining high levels of responsiveness to the client, keeping their supervisor regularly informed and seeking their input and guidance appropriately, managing the expectations of the client and knowing when to escalate.8.)   Take charge – be responsible and be accountable. This involves:o    taking a risk-based approach, prioritizing and, where matters warrant their investment, applying a forward-looking strategic approach - demonstrating coherence, rigor and thought over their matters;o    being pro-active in stakeholder management, and following up on outstanding matters and queries;  o    being resourceful, for example, use networks to unlock matters. Exercise good judgement on emerging challenges, especially where there is a need to escalate so as to avoid or overcome an impasse and involve their supervisor in a timely manner.  To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Minimum requirements:Education: A minimum of an advanced university law degree (for example. LL. B post-graduate; LL.M.; J.D.) in a relevant field of law (e.g. international law, commercial law) or equivalent is required.   At the discretion of the Chief Legal Counsel, a first-level university law degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university law degree.Work Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law in a relevant field is required (e.g. international law with a climate or sustainability focus; commercial law).  Experience in a law firm, in private practice or as in-house counsel, or in an international organization (UN and related organizations, international financial institutions, multilateral climate funds, development banks, regional banks) is required.Skills: A constructive and client-oriented approach to resolution of problems is required. Excellent research, legal writing and drafting skills are required. Excellent verbal communication and negotiation skills, excellent interpersonal skills with staff at all levels, and the ability to work with utmost discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters are required.Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in another language, particularly one of the other official languages of the United Nations (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is also desirable Desirables:Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts is desired.  For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with others Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil serviHumanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up.  For every child, opportunityThe Office of Innovation (OOI) is a creative, interactive, and agile team in UNICEF. We sit at a unique intersection, where an organization that works on huge global issues meets the start-up thinking, the technology, and the partners that turn this energy into scalable solutions.The Global Learning Innovation Hub within OOI has been established in Helsinki with the mission to radically transform education around the world by making it a wonderful adventure for every child. The Hub contributes to UNICEF's Digital Education Strategy and has the bold ambition to become a global "home for the architects of the future of learning" and help solve the learning crisis as well as imagine and develop alternative learning futures for all childrenThe EdTech for Good Framework, developed by the UNICEF Global Learning Innovation Hub in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland, ARM, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and a network of transdisciplinary partners, provides a global standard for evaluating and curating safe, impactful, and scalable education technology (EdTech) tools. It prioritizes evidence, data security, and adaptabilityadvocating for an EdTech ecosystem where innovation enhances learning and meets the diverse needs of all learners.Putting this framework into action, the Learning Cabineta global curation platform for safe, equitable, and scalable EdTech innovations; was beta-launched in November 2024. The platform connects education decision-makers, innovators, and partners to verified digital learning solutions aligned with UNICEF's Digital Education Strategy and the EdTech for Good Framework.Building on this foundation, the Blue Unicorn Portfolio identifies, supports, and accelerates proven EdTech solutions listed in the Learning Cabinet that demonstrate clear evidence of improving learning outcomes. Through strategic investment, acceleration support, and multi-country implementation opportunities, the portfolio strengthens UNICEF's mission to deliver safe, inclusive, and high-impact digital learning solutions through governments, UNICEF Country Offices, and global and local partners; ensuring both scalability and sustainability.Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills with an interest in education innovation, digital learning systems, and the intersection of technology, policy, and equity. This internship offers the opportunity to engage with a global network of researchers, educators, innovators and partners while gaining hands-on experience in managing research and innovations processes, data synthesis, and strategic communications within an international development context. Main responsibilities include:After a comprehensive onboarding, candidates will be expected to perform support functions across the following thematic areas:Research and analysis: including desktop research around education technology frameworks, deep-diving in agreed areas of work around edtech for good, digital learning, edtech acceleration and implementation models; as well as dedicated support in research coordination and implementation in countries where EdTech for Good is active.Internal Support: including targeted support to Project Managers around a variety of topics on digital education, edtech acceleration and edtech modeling, edtech sustainability, among others (i.e: development of Briefing Notes and presentations for senior management and key external events and stakeholders)Communications: Coordinate with LIH Hub Communications to align core messaging and deliver timely social media and external outreach when launching new products, events and reports.Team Overall Support: Given the diverse range of projects within the LIH Hub, the intern may be called upon to assist with various tasks related to digital education, education technology, system strengthening, teacher empowerment, among others, either directly or indirectly, as needed. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Essential: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated (within two years from date of graduation) with a degree in Education, Public Policy, International Development, Social Sciences, or related field.Previous work experience, including internships, in the education sector or digital education field would be considered an asset.Demonstrated interest in digital learning, education systems, or technology-enabled learning.Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural, multidisciplinary environment.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Experience using digital collaboration tools (e.g., Excel, Google Workspace, Miro, or Notion).Excellent writing and communication abilities in English.Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in French, Spanish or Arabic is desirable.  WORK ARRANGEMENT:The duty station is UNICEF's Global Learning Innovation Hub's offices in Helsinki, Finland. Please note that Global Learning Innovation Hub cannot sponsor visas for candidates who do not already have the right to work in Finland. To be considered for this internship, applicants must meet the following requirements. Conditions:Age: Interns must be at least 18 yearsHave good academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records.Have no immediate relatives (e.g. father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office.Have no other relatives in the line of authority which the intern will report to.Individuals must have proof of medical insurance covering the time and location of their internship.This internship will be delivered on a full-time commitment. Individuals are expected to provide their own laptop. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend (unless already in receipt of any support for the internship from a third party). Individuals must fund their own travel and living expenses. Individuals are responsible for arranging any visa or immigration requirements.Employment: There is no expectancy of employment at the end of the internship.Please see attached Terms of Reference (TOR) EdTech for Good Internship TOR.pdfHow to apply:Interested applicant is required to submit an application via the online portal, and attach a CV and Cover Letter.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).To view our competency framework, please visit here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Remarks:  UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Contact: For any queries, please contact: swe-ooi-recruitments@unicef.org        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________ 

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built, we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, a voiceUNICEF in the State of Palestine (SoP) works to uphold the rights of children to access services and protection, from early childhood through to adolescence. Our objective is to ensure that every child in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, irrespective of background or circumstance, has an equal chance to fulfil their potential.In the past years, UNICEF in the State of Palestine has achieved a high reach and engagement through its communication channels. UNICEF-SoP would like to build on this and continue engaging with our audience, who are not only seek information but are willing to have important conversations on crucial issues concerning children's wellbeing and rights.  How can you make a difference?Reporting to the Chief of Communication and working closely with the Chief of Field Office in Gaza, you will be accountable for developing, managing, co-ordinating, networking, implementing and monitoring an advocacy and communication strategy and associated products and activities on on-going basis with public audiences, with the objective of promoting awareness, understanding, support and respect for children's and women's rights, and support for UNICEF's mission, priorities and programmes in the country office/regional office/media hub, and at a global level and those of the UN Country Team. Your key functions/accountabilitiesKEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS Within the delegated authority and the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be accountable for all or assigned areas of the following major duties and end results.1. Communication strategyEnsure that the Regional/Country Office/Media Hub has a clear communication strategy and associated work plan to support the country programme objectives and get children's issues into the public domain, strengthen political will in support of UNICEF's mission and objectives, and enhance the organization's credibility and brand.Duties & Tasks• Develop, maintain and update the country advocacy and communication strategy and associated work plan. Strategy and work plan include: an environmental and stakeholder assessment; objectives; target audiences; messages and media mix; resources; specific actions, activities and products; monitoring and evaluation of impact; success and opportunity for improvement; ongoing refinement of the strategy.• UNICEF's rights- and results-based programming approach is appropriately reflected in the communication strategy, work plan and products. • Maintain close collaboration with Regional Communication Advisers and HQ Communication Officers for effective overall coordination.2. Media relationsEnsure that the Regional/Country Office/Media Hub has a well maintained and continually developed contact list of journalists and media outlets covering all media – print, TV, radio, web etc. – and a successful process of communicating and maintaining regular contact and close collaboration with the media to communicate the story of UNICEF's cooperation to a wider audience. Duties & Tasks• Promote a better understanding of, respect and support for children's and women's rights and issues by carrying out media, information and education activities in support of UNICEF-assisted development programmes or humanitarian efforts in the country. • Develop, maintain and update media relations contact list/database.• Establish, document, review and refine process of communicating with media contacts, including press conferences and events, issuing of media materials etc.• Ensure rapid and accurate information dissemination to the media, National Committees, NGOs, the field and other appropriate audiences.• Identify, develop, distribute and evaluate variety of media materials in multiple, appropriate formats. Ensure or enhance the quality, appropriateness of country specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages transmitted to the press, partners and public.• Collaborate with mass media through activities such as organizing project site visits, facilitating photo coverage and TV footage and utilizing both web-based and traditional media as appropriate.• Monitor and evaluate the use and effectiveness of media materials and share results and findings.• Maintain close collaboration with Regional Communication Advisers and HQ Communication Officers for effective overall coordination.3. Networking and partnershipsEnsure that the Regional/Country Office/Media Hub has a well maintained and continually developed contact list of individuals, groups, organizations and fora (including Government, UN, and bilateral counterparts), whose support is essential to/can assist in achieving the advocacy and communication objectives of the communication strategy. Duties & Tasks• Develop, maintain and update partners contact list/database.• Establish, document, review and refine process of working collaboratively with partners, including meetings, joint projects, information sharing etc.• Ensure or enhance the quality, consistency and appropriateness of country-specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages shared with partners.• Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment and through knowledge sharing.• Monitor, evaluate and share results and findings with partners.4. Celebrities and special eventsEnsure that the Regional/Country Office/Media Hub has a well maintained and continually developed contact list of appropriate, nationally-known personalities who have been identified, engaged and support UNICEF's effort and who actively participate in special events and activities that support country programme goals.Duties & Tasks• Develop, maintain and update celebrities contact list/database.• Establish, document, review and refine process of working with celebrities, including special events, media opportunities, field trips etc.• Participate in global advocacy activities by planning visits of Goodwill Ambassadors, National Committee representatives, Executive Board members etc. including preparing information materials (e.g., press releases, programme summaries, country fact sheets and media kits), and necessary logistic arrangements. Highlight the achievements of the country programme. Maintain close collaboration with Regional Communication Advisers and HQ Communication Officers for effective overall coordination.5. Global priorities and campaignsIn addition to local/national campaigns, ensure that the Regional/Country Office/Media Hub has an effective process in place for integrating and taking action on UNICEF's global communications priorities and campaigns, both disseminating these elements in a locally-appropriate way, as well as providing/enabling coverage of the work in the country for global use. Duties & Tasks• Support the UNICEF global communications objectives and strategies through development of complementary country specific and local community materials and activities. Work plan should anticipate the inclusion of work on global priorities and campaigns.• Develop and deploy country office communication capacity to gather/facilitate the content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight effective programme activities and results. • Ensure regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions.6. Resource mobilization supportEnsure that global and country level fund-raising activities are supported by effective advocacy and communication strategy and activities.Duties & Tasks• Mobilize country office communication capacity to support and gather/facilitate the gathering of content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight effective programme activities and results in support of fund-raising.• Mobilize resources for fund-raising support by regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions.7. ManagementEnsure that human resources (the communication team) and financial resources (budget planning, management and monitoring) are both effectively managed and optimally used. Duties & Tasks• Develop a work plan for communication activities, monitor compliance and provide support and guidance to ensure objectives are met. • Plan and monitor the use of communication budgetary resources. Approve and monitor the overall allocation and disbursement and liquidation of funds. Take appropriate actions to optimize use of funds. • Identify, recruit and supervise staff, technical resources and consultants as necessary. Conduct and Implement effective performance planning, monitoring, performance development programme as required.• Ensure communication effectiveness, efficiency and delivery as well as a rigorous and transparent approach to planning, monitoring and evaluation.8. Monitoring and evaluationEnsure that communication baselines are established against which the achievement of objectives of the communication strategy are regularly evaluated; analysis is undertaken to continuously improve the effectiveness of communication strategy, approach and activities; results and reports are prepared and shared on a timely basis.Duties & Tasks• Provide technical support to ensure that a set of communication performance indicators is identified and adjusted as necessary, and these communication indicators are incorporated or fed forwarded in the Annual Management Plan, Annual Work Plan, etc.• Conduct timely and accurate monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure the communications objectives are met and the strategy is effective. • Undertake lessons learned review of successful and unsuccessful communication experiences and share observations/findings with country, regional and HQ communication colleagues so that best practices benefit UNICEF's communication work.9. Capacity building and supportEnsure that the Representative/Senior or Regional Communication Officer and the country programme team are provided with professional expertise and advice on all aspects of external relations communication as required; opportunities are identified and addressed for building communication capacity among country communication team, media and other relevant partners.Duties & Tasks• Advise UNICEF management, colleagues and staff on media strategy and implications for action and policies proposed. • Support communication activities through knowledge management, information exchange and building capacity of the country communications team. Enable appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment, and developing training and orientation material.• Assist the Programme Communication Officer in the development of communication tools and/or strategies.• Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Education:Advanced university degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations.*A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience in the field of journalism, communications, external relations, public affairs, public relations or corporate communications may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.* This flexibility only applies to internal UNICEF staff on FT, Continuing or Permanent appointment holders on abolished post.Experience:A minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in communication, print, broadcast, and/or new media.International and national work experience.Background/familiarity with Emergency situations.Language Requirement:Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN language, preferably Arabic, is considered an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values The UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people.Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.Special Remarks: In the current evolving emergency context, this position will be based in Gaza where medical facilities have been negatively affected and individual chronic and/or serious medical conditions cannot be adequately addressed.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled. Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.This is required for all posts requiring a higher education degree. "UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and advance to the next stage of the selection process.The VA is open to all (internal and external candidates)Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.For every child, the right to hopeUNICEF UkraineWelcome to UNICEF Ukraine - YouTube How can you make a difference? Purpose for the job:The P4 Disability Inclusion Specialist is a strategically vital role for UNICEF Ukraine, designed to address a critical gap in disability-inclusive technical expertise at a time when national reform momentum and donor expectations are rapidly increasing. The position is essential not only for the Social Policy Section and the Social Recovery Unit, but for the broader country office and the country programme leadership areas (Better Start, Better Learning and Skills and Better Care), enabling UNICEF to effectively engage in and influence disability-inclusive reforms and where applicable, support service delivery scalable models. To ensure comprehensive support and alignment across the organisation, the role will have a dotted reporting line to the Deputy Representative – Programmes, while being line-managed by the Chief of Social Policy and Economic Analysis to ensure strong technical leadership and integration within core social policy workstreams. This position will equip UNICEF Ukraine to provide high-level, technically sound guidance that ensures disability inclusion is embedded in the design and implementation of national reforms. It will support the development of inclusive policies, legislation, and service delivery systems that align with international standards and UNICEF's strategic priorities.   The Specialist will also play a key role in supporting the Deputy Representative Programmes with CO programme coordination on Disability Inclusion within UNICEF's wider programme, and serve as an organizational resource person to provide technical guidance and support for other programme areas (Education, Child Protection, Health, WASH, ADAP) as needed on matters related to disability inclusive programming.   In addition, the incumbent will support strengthening internal capacity, offering mentoring and institutional support to mainstream disability inclusion across programme areas. To ensure this cross-Sectional take-up and general support of the country programme this role has a dotted reporting line to the Deputy Representative – Programmes, with whom the incumbent will directly engage with on this workstream (approx. 30% of time)  Summary of key functions/accountabilitiesStrategic and Technical Policy advice on Disability Inclusion and system reform leadership  thereinAdvise the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity on embedding disability inclusion across social protection reform priorities (policy, legislation, financing, administration, service delivery, grievance/redress).Lead/coordinate technical inputs that make reform instruments inclusive by design (e.g., disability-responsive targeting, case management, referral pathways, inclusive digital/ICT and accessibility features, assistive technology linkages, inclusive grievance and accountability).Translate global evidence and international good practice into practical, context-appropriate options for Ukraine, including costed scenarios and implementation roadmaps.Lead and Coordinate on Evidence Generation, Analysis and Inclusive M&EDeveloping and technically supervising a robust pipeline of evidence products related to disability inclusion that align with the strategic priorities of the Government and UNICEF.Identify and help address data gaps on persons with disabilities across social protection reforms; promote use of internationally recognized disability identification and measurement approaches where appropriate.Define disability-inclusion indicators within reform results frameworks; synthesize findings for decision-making by government and partners; and build national capacity to monitor/trackCommission/oversee analytical notes, studies, mappings, and lessons learned to inform reform choices.Partnerships, coordination and advocacyBuild and maintain strategic partnerships with OPDs, relevant ministries and agencies, local authorities, development partners, academia, private sector and civil society to advance inclusive reform.Convene and contribute to technical working groups/coordination mechanisms to ensure alignment, coherence and shared accountability for disability inclusion.Advocate for inclusive policy choices and budgets, including accessibility and assistive technology considerations relevant to social protection.Capacity strengthening and supervisionDesign and deliver tailored capacity-building for government counterparts and partners on disability-inclusive social protection design, delivery and monitoring.Under the Supervison of the Deputy Representative Programmes, Support  UNICEF Disability Inclusion Work Across Programmes (approx. 30%)Strengthen UNICEF's internal capacity in Ukraine on disability inclusion (policies, procedures, accessible programming and workplaces).Train, mentor and provide technical support supports to integrate disability inclusion in programme design and implementation, drawing on UNICEF organizational standards and guidance.Support coordination of UNICEF's disability inclusion across UNICEF programmesServe as a resource person within UNICEF to provide technical advice and strategic advice across UNICEF programmes on disability inclusion.Contribute technical inputs to concept notes, donor proposals, budgets and donor reporting across UNICEF programmes, related to disability-inclusion.Ensure risks to inclusion are identified and mitigation measures integrated into plans, procurement and implementation arrangements across UNICEF programmesImpact of ResultsBy ensuring disability inclusion is systematically embedded in social protection reforms, the post contributes to equitable and effective systems that better reach children and adults with disabilities and their families. High-quality policy advice, inclusive design of reform instruments, and robust monitoring improve the responsiveness, accessibility and accountability of programmes, strengthen government ownership, and enhance value for money. Effective partnerships with OPDs and other stakeholders increase legitimacy and sustainability of reforms. Internally, strengthened UNICEF capacity and a trained NOC focal point improve consistency and quality of disability-inclusive programming across the Country Office.To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Minimum requirements:Education:Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent; or Bachelor's plus two additional years of experience) in social policy, public administration, social protection, disability studies, international development, public policy, or a related field.Work Experience: Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in policy advisory and/or programme design related to disability inclusionDemonstrated in-depth knowledge of Ukraine's disability inclusion landscape, including legal/policy frameworks, institutions, and active networks of OPDs and civil society.Proven experience adapting international best practices to national contexts and facilitating knowledge transfer between global/regional and country counterparts.Experience supervising staff and managing/overseeing national experts/consultants and multi-disciplinary workstreams.Strong results in partnership building with government, OPDs, development partners and civil society; experience with evidence generation, indicators and inclusive M&E.Experience in humanitarian and fragile and recovery contexts is essential.Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.Desirables:Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts. Knowledge of Ukrainian language is highly desirable; knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people Technical competencies (role-specific):Disability-inclusive policy and programme design (legislation, eligibility/assessment, delivery systems, grievance and accountability, accessibility, assistive technology linkages).Evidence and data for inclusion; indicator design and measurement for disability inclusion within reforms.Capacity development and organizational change for inclusion; facilitation and high-quality technical writing.Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.UNICEF staff members holding fixed-term, continuing, or permanent appointments who are considered to be on abolished post status may apply for this temporary position and, if selected with a start date before 31 December 2025, may take it up as a temporary assignment, in line with UNICEF guidance on separation due to the abolition of posts or staff reduction. They will retain their fixed-term entitlements but will not hold a lien to their abolished post. For other scenarios where a Temporary Assignment may be possible, please refer to Additional guidance on IP to IP temporary assignments after completion of the full TOD.pdf (accessible to internal staff only).The conditions of a temporary assignment, including relocation entitlements, will depend on the status of the staff member's original appointment and may be limited in accordance with applicable UNICEF policies, procedures, and practices in force.This position is based in Kyiv and the incumbent will be expected be work on-site. However, depending on the security conditions and advisory, s/he will be required to relocate within Ukraine.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________ 

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to a VoiceThe Programme Specialist (Digital Research) will be responsible for applying PRINCE2 principles of project management to ensure both the timely completion of project activities within the Disrupting Harm project and across the unit's portfolio of research projects, by applying consistent and effective planning, monitoring, and evaluation of project progress and deliverables. This role will be responsible for developing project plans, monitoring project scope and budget, timeline management, resource planning and forecasting, donor reporting, monitoring and evaluation, and liaising with project partners to ensure smooth delivery of key milestones and deliverables.Project Planning & Coordination Lead development of multi-year implementation and workplans for a new longitudinal study and Disrupting Harm project, coordinating timelines, partnerships, and operational processesincluding recruitment, contracting, and collaboration with UNICEF country offices and stakeholders.Monitoring and Reporting Continuous monitoring, budgeting, and reporting across projectsupdating frameworks, tracking progress against plans, managing risks and finances, compiling lessons learned, coordinating donor and stakeholder reports, and ensuring timely, accurate documentation of project performance and impact.Stakeholder Engagement & Communications Foster strong collaboration with UNICEF offices, partners, and national stakeholders; lead stakeholder engagement and communications strategies for both projects; maintain buy-in and advocacy around findings; and coordinate report production, launches, and outreach to ensure effective visibility and impact.If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: TA Programme Specialist (Digital)_2026_ext.pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have... Minimum requirementsEducation: Master or equivalent (Advanced University Degree) in Social Science, Social Sciences, Project Management and any other related fields.Work Experience: At least 5 years of relevant work experience as Project Manager for Research projects on child online protection.Additional fields such as: Communication, Financial Management, Programme Management, Programme Specialist, Digital Research, Project Management, Research Coordination, Stakeholder Engagement, Budget Monitoring, Reporting. Skills: Budget Monitoring, Donor reporting Stakeholder coordination, Strategic planning, project management, Analytical reporting.Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. DesirablesLanguage: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) and Italian is a strong asset.SAP, VISION, PRINCE2, Child Protection, Low-income country, Middle-income country, UN systemsRelevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.  For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3) Drive to achieve results for impact(4) Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6) Thinks and acts strategically(7) Works collaboratively with othersFamiliarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable male candidates from programme countries are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.UNICEF staff members holding fixed-term, continuing, or permanent appointments who are considered to be on abolished post status may apply for this temporary position and, if selected with a start date before 31 December 2025, may take it up as a temporary assignment, in line with UNICEF guidance on separation due to the abolition of posts or staff reduction. They will retain their fixed-term entitlements but will not hold a lien to their abolished post. For other scenarios where a Temporary Assignment may be possible, please refer to Additional guidance on IP to IP temporary assignments after completion of the full TOD.pdf (accessible to UNICEF personnel only).The conditions of a temporary assignment, including relocation entitlements, will depend on the status of the staff member's original appointment and may be limited in accordance with applicable UNICEF policies, procedures, and practices in force.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

 UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up.  For every child, an opportunity The Innovative Finance Hub, part of UNICEF's Private Fundraising and Partnerships Division, was established in Helsinki to catalyze global capital in support of children and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Hub operates from a unique vantage point where global development expertise intersects with startup thinking, innovative ideas, and strategic partnershipstransforming this energy into scalable solutions for children. The Hub's core product is Child-Lens Investing, a pioneering approach that positions children at the center of the investor agenda. CLI encourages and guides investors to integrate child-related considerations into their investment decisions. More information about Child-Lens Investing is available here: https://www.unicef.org/innovation/innovative-finance/child-lens-investing.    How can you make a difference?To increase visibility and drive adoption of Child-Lens Investing, the Innovative Finance Hub is recruiting a Communications Intern. The intern will support the Hub's communications and visibility efforts through a learning-by-doing model, working closely with the wider Hub team and reporting to the Communications Specialist. Main responsibilities include:Producing timely and effective communication assets, including web articles, human interest stories, newsletters, thought pieces, multimedia content (videos, photos), press releases, and other advocacy materials, in collaboration with internal and external partners.Developing clear and impactful social media content.Supporting the coordination and organization of events and conferences.Copyediting of relevant documents including communication materials, reports and briefing notes, when required. Developing and maintaining a communication asset database (Human interest stories, videos, social media assets, publications referencing Child-Lens Investing, press releases and clippings, photographs, audio-visual materials, web resources, etc.) Monitoring and analyzing communication activities, assessing their effectiveness, and making recommendations for improvements, including the mapping of relevant media.Coordinating with key stakeholders such as UNICEF National Committees and CLI stakeholders on communications activities.Providing general support to the IF Hub team, including assistance with tasks related to innovative finance, as needed. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Enrolled in a master's degree program at a recognized university, undergraduate level or a recent graduate (within two years from date of graduation) in Communications, Media, International Development, Finance or a related field.Previous experience in communications, including internships. Experience in the sustainable finance sector and familiarity with the Finnish ecosystem would be considered an asset.Strong capacity to work effectively in inter-divisional teams.Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communications skills.Ability to conceptualize, plan and execute ideas.Fluency in English is required. Conditions:Age: Interns must be at least 18 years Have good academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records.Have no immediate relatives (e.g. father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office.Have no other relatives in the line of authority which the intern will report to.Individuals must have proof of medical insurance covering the time and location of their internship.This internship will be delivered on a full-time commitment.Individuals are expected to provide their own laptop.Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend (unless already in receipt of any support for the internship from a third party).Individuals are responsible for arranging any visa or immigration requirements. WORK ARRANGEMENT:The Communications Intern will preferably work in-person at our office in Helsinki, Finland, for a period of 6 months.Employment: There is no expectancy of employment at the end of the internship.Please see attached Terms of Reference (TOR) Communications Internship TOR.pdfHow to apply:Interested applicant is required to submit an application via the online portal, and attach a CV and Cover Letter.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).To view our competency framework, please visit here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Remarks:  UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Contact: For any queries, please contact: swe-ooi-recruitments@unicef.org      ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________