UNICEF Temporary Jobs ( April 2026)

The MENA Regional Office Partnerships and Resource Mobilization (PRM) team supports Country Offices across the region to mobilize both income and influence from public and private sector partners. The team focuses on developing new initiatives to protect and diversify the funding base and to attract higher-quality (more flexible) resources, enabling UNICEF to deliver key outcomes for children more efficiently and effectively.

Location: Jordan

Deadline: 23 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

The Information Management Officer (WASH Cluster) plays a crucial role in collecting, analyzing, and communicating data to support evidence-based decision-making on affected populations’ needs, priorities, gaps, and resource capacity, working closely with various stakeholders. The role requires strong communication skills to present complex information clearly through visual tools and reports, facilitating informed strategic and operational decisions for the WASH response.

Location: Somalia

Deadline: 26 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Somalia is the Principal Recipient of the Global Fund for HIV, Malaria and RSSH (Resilient Sustainable Systems for Health). The GFSC (Global Fund Steering Committee) has an oversight role. In fulfilment of UNICEF’s roles as the Principal Recipient as well as the goals and objectives of the Health programme. Somalia Country Office is looking for a Health specialist who will work in close coordination with the Global Fund Steering Committee, International Organisations, health authorities, NGOs and other relevant health programmes.

Location: Somalia

Deadline: 30 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Executive Assistants at the GS-5 level typically report to a head/deputy head of office; therefore, the scope of key results extends beyond small, discrete teams to impact support services of larger, more complex organizational structures. S/He supports the supervisor in the compilation and coordination of work products, ensuring deadlines are met and that established rules and procedures are followed. The work is standardized, yet the incumbent must apply a good knowledge of guidelines to operationally support the supervisor. In addition, they represent the supervisor in communications with counterparts within UNICEF and in partner organizations. Efficiently initiating, monitoring and ensuring provision of such services allows the supervisor to focus on substantive core work.

Location: Kazakhstan

Deadline: 23 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Under the supervision and guidance of the Deputy Representative in Guyana, the programme associate supports the programme section in Guyana sections by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor their country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations. The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with the Programme Officers in the Guyana office, external partners and agency counterparts in support of programme design and delivery. S/He provides regular feedback on the status of projects through monitoring milestones and advises on improvements to keep activities on track.

Location: Guyana

Deadline: 21 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Under the supervision and guidance of the Programme Manager, the Programme Associate supports the Programme section in Suriname sections by carrying out a range of Programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor their country Programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations. The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with the Programme Officers in the Suriname office, external partners and agency counterparts in support of Programme design and delivery. S/He provides regular feedback on the status of projects through monitoring milestones and advises on improvements to keep activities on track.

Location: Suriname

Deadline: 21 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Annonce de Vacance de Poste : Chargé(e) de Protection de l’Enfance – Accès des Enfants à la Justice Grade : NOB – Rabat, MarocLa mission de l’UNICEF est de promouvoir les droits de chaque enfant, en se concentrant sur les plus défavorisés. L’objectif est d’assurer l’équité pour que tous les enfants atteignent leur plein potentiel, sans discrimination.

Location: Morocco

Deadline: 25 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

The Nutrition Section is seeking to hire a Nutrition Officer (Systems Strengthening) to support the implementation of the planned systems-strengthening interventions for nutrition under the Country Programme Document (2023-2027).

Location: Nigeria

Deadline: 22 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Join UNICEF and help deliver life-saving supplies to children worldwide. As a Supply & Logistics Officer in the Supply Division, you will support global emergency responses by ensuring rapid procurement, delivery, and coordination of critical supplies in humanitarian and fragile contexts.

Location: Denmark

Deadline: 26 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

The role is accountable for end-to-end payroll operations, including simulations, error resolution, off-cycle runs, retroactive adjustments, and separation payments—as well as the Separation from Service, Pension & Health Insurance Administration including – interpretation and approval of HR entitlements and benefits. In addition, the incumbent provides expert guidance to management and staff on HR policies, supervises team members, delivers training, and drives process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality.

Location: Hungary

Deadline: 26 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Join UNICEF’s Global Programme Division to strengthen the financial backbone of our global immunization work. As Programme Budget Specialist, you will support effective planning, allocation and monitoring of health and immunization resources, with a strong focus on multi‑country and non‑Gavi grants. You will drive budget oversight, grant performance tracking, KPI monitoring, and high‑quality donor financial reporting, ensuring transparency and timely implementation across HQ, Regional and Country Offices. This role is ideal for someone who excels in financial analysis, dashboarding, and cross‑functional coordination, and is motivated by improving systems that help deliver results for children at scale.

Location: Kenya

Deadline: 25 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

The WASH Officer reports to the Chief of WASH/Health/Nutrition/Education/CSD (Level 4/5) or a WASH Specialist who is at level 3 or 4 for supervision. The WASH Officer provides technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the WASH programming process. The Officer prepares, manages and implements a variety of technical and administrative tasks, related to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH output results of the country programme.

Location: Somalia

Deadline: 22 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Quetta Office is seeking for a highly experienced, knowledgeable, and dynamic individual to take on the Immunization Officer (Urban) role at the NOB level and join the health team on a temporary appointment.

Location: Pakistan

Deadline: 26 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Somalia Country Office is looking for a Programme Officer to support its integrated resilience and climate change programming, with a strong focus on ensuring that children’s needs and voices are central to climate adaptation and disaster risk planning. The role contributes to a cross-sectoral approach that links humanitarian response, resilience, and development efforts, particularly in areas such as climate-resilient WASH systems, sustainable livelihoods, and food security. By supporting communities to adapt to climate change, improve access to nutritious food, and strengthen income opportunities, the position helps enhance overall access to essential services like education, health, and safe water. This role is ideal for someone who can coordinate across teams and partners to deliver evidence-based, climate-sensitive solutions that build long-term community resilience while prioritizing the well-being of children and youth.

Location: Somalia

Deadline: 24 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Education: Advanced university degree in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field entailing strong quantitative OR qualitative training is required.PhD in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field entailing strong quantitative and/or qualitative training is an asset.Specialized training in evaluation methods and methodologies and in causal inference is desirable.Experience:Required: 8+ years conducting global (portfolio) thematic evaluations using robust qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including for the last 3 years is required.• 5+ years (most recent) applying AI and machine learning to the evaluation process including text mining and evaluation synthesis.• Proven ability to work with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels, including providing technical support and capacity building.• Proven track record producing user-centered outputs, including briefs, working papers, peer-reviewed journals, that contribute to awareness, knowledge, valuing and use of corporate thematic evaluations is required.DesirableThematic expertise in a programmatic area associated with UNICEF work, such as Education, Health, Nutrition, Social Policy, Child protection and Water, Sanitation, Climate Resilience is desirable.• Experience in fragile and humanitarian setting is desirable.• Experience in integrating cross-cutting issues of gender, disability and equity in global thematic evaluations is desirable.Technical skills:Proficiency in statistical software for qualitative (MAXQDA, Atlas, NVivo) and/or quantitative analysis (R, Stata, Python), familiarity with relevant applications of Large Language Models (LLM) is required.• Advanced data visualization tools is an assetLanguage: Fluency in written and oral English

Location: United States

Deadline: 20 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

The Legal Affairs Specialist will give recommendations and advice on a wide range of organizational activities and interests, and concern, among other things, the interaction of UNICEF with governments and other key partners as well as on strategic initiatives across UNICEF. This support helps UNICEF to take advantage of opportunities as well as safeguard the organization from risk. The Legal Office aims to identify and mitigate exposure to potential liability and financial loss, to safeguard the ability of the organization to be accountable to its stakeholders, and to preserve credibility as well as funding from member states and other donors, both public and private.

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Deadline: 23 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Somalia is seeking a Nutrition Officer (Level 1) to join our Nutrition Programme within Central & Southern States (CSS – Kismayo). Reporting to the Nutrition Specialist (Level 3), this role provides the ideal opportunity to build practical experience across nutrition programming—while supporting Government to deliver high impact interventions, processes, and procedures that support long-term career growth. As a Nutrition Officer, you will deliver technical, operational, and administrative support throughout the programme cycle, including researching, collecting, analyzing, and presenting nutrition programme information. Your work will contribute to the development and formulation of the Nutrition Programme, ensuring high-quality technical inputs that strengthen planning and decision-making.

Location: Somalia

Deadline: 20 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Islamabad Office is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and dynamic individual to take on the role of Communication Officer at the NOB level to join the Polio team on a Temporary basis.

Location: Pakistan

Deadline: 22 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

The Health Manager will coordinate the implementation of Lao PDR’s Pandemic Fund project “Advancing Lao PDR’s Pandemic Response and Transformation (ALERT LAO)” on the human health component. This includes supporting the Ministry of Health in facilitating and managing a national coordination mechanism for the Pandemic Fund project, clarifying roles and responsibilities among the Ministry of Health, Implementing Entity of the project, and other development partners who will implement the proposed activities.

Location: Lao People’s Democratic Republic

Deadline: 26 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Join UNICEF’s Global Programme Division and help drive global progress in maternal and newborn health. As a Health Specialist (MNH), you will lead data‑driven analysis, strengthen accountability mechanisms, and support countries in accelerating high‑impact MNCH interventions. You will guide EWENE‑CSA progress tracking across 100+ countries, support MNCH acceleration plans in more than 60 countries, and coordinate global partnerships that shape policy and implementation. This role blends technical expertise, programme monitoring, and partnership coordination to advance UNICEF’s Strategic Plan 2026–2029 and contribute to preventing millions of maternal and newborn deaths.

Location: United States

Deadline: 20 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

L’UNICEF – Burkina Faso recrute un(e) Spécialiste WASH (Spécialiste de la Gestion Environnementale et Sociale – Projet KFW) – (NOC) TA – Ouagadougou (364 jours), TA, basé(e) à Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Si vous êtes un(e) professionnel(le) engagé(e), créatif(ve) et passionné(e) par l’idée d’apporter un changement durable dans la vie des enfants, la principale organisation mondiale de défense des droits de l’enfant souhaite vous entendre.

Location: Burkina Faso

Deadline: 24 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Supply Division is looking for a passionate Procurement Specialist to  support the execution of the sustainable procurement strategy, including UNICEF SD broad stakeholder management to obtain buy-in and alignment on the implementation of the strategy and tactical plan, as well as indicators and methods for evaluating sustainability as part of vaccine purchase while ensuring an uninterrupted, sustainable vaccine supply of affordable, quality product. The Procurement Specialist will serve as project manager and coordinator of the Vaccine Centre Economic Sustainability connected to the UN (environmental) (ESE) agenda with internal and external stakeholders.

Location: Denmark

Deadline: 21 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Jakarta is looking for Education Specialist (Foundational Skills) who will support the development and preparation of the education programme, particularly activities related to foundational (literacy and numeracy) learning, including gender and disability inclusive education in the context of reaching ‘last mile’ learners in early education, overall education sector system capacity strengthening, including informed by key research programmes. This is a Temporary Appointment contract with duration of 5 months.

Location: Indonesia

Deadline: 24 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Jakarta is looking for a Nutrition Officer who will support the Nutrition Specialist NCO, School age and adolescent nutrition and under the general guidance of Chief Nutrition in strengthening efforts to prevent overweight and obesity among children under five, school-age children, adolescents and women. The officer will contribute to the development, implementation and monitoring of integrated nutrition interventions that promote healthy diets, physical activity and healthy food environments through health facility, school and community platforms. Specifically, the Nutrition Officer will provide technical and operational support to relevant government counterparts, including the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and other line ministries, in integrating overweight and obesity prevention into existing nutrition, health and school-based programmes. This includes contributing to the development or revision of technical guidelines, tools, training modules and communication materials that promote balanced diets, improved food environments and healthy behaviours across the life course. The officer will also support programme planning, coordination and implementation, including engagement with government partners, UN agencies and other stakeholders to strengthen multisectoral approaches to obesity prevention. In addition, he/she will contribute to programme monitoring, documentation of good practices and reporting of results to ensure evidence-based implementation and continuous programme improvement. This is a Temporary Appointment contract with duration of 364 days.

Location: Indonesia

Deadline: 22 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Surabaya is looking for a Nutrition Officer who will provide programme/ technical, operational, and administrative support to provincial and district governments across West Java, Central Java, and East Java. The position will support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of UNICEF- supported nutrition programmes while strengthening partnerships with local governments, universities, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to improve nutrition outcomes. This is a Temporary Appointment contract with duration of 364 days.

Location: Indonesia

Deadline: 22 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Jakarta is looking for Nutrition Officer who will support the roll out of the nutrition programme targeting provinces under the nationwide category of the Country Programme 2026–2030. The Nutrition Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative support across the full programme cycle—from strategic planning to delivery of results—at both national and subnational levels, contributing to the achievement of the Nutrition Outcome that by 2030, children and mothers, particularly those in vulnerable situations, have improved access to and utilization of quality nutrition services. This is a Temporary Appointment contract with duration of 364 days.

Location: Indonesia

Deadline: 22 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Jakarta is looking for Nutrition Officer who will support the Nutrition Specialist P3 in engaging the government on food systems. Specifically, the NOB will contribute to the development and establishment of food systems and climate in government policies guidelines and training modules. He/she will provide technical support to the line ministry on updating existing regulations to improve them. He/she will also contribute to support the advocacy efforts on strengthening nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive policies that can positively contribute to reducing the triple burden of malnutrition in Indonesia. Furthermore, he/she will support the development of programmes and activities related to food systems climate and nutrition. As the food systems angle is relatively new in the Government of Indonesia’s nutrition strategy this position will require regular engagement with government bodies (Bappenas, MoH, Bappenas and UN System) to develop a coordinated approach on improving food policies and support the food industry to comply with revised regulations. This is a Temporary Appointment contract with a duration of 364 days.

Location: Indonesia

Deadline: 22 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

Fund Raising Associate will provide support and contribute to the delivery of the partnerships fundraising targets from corporates, foundations, major donors and NatComs. The incumbent will be assisting with implementation of fundraising initiatives and day to day activities and also with supporting the teams with the preparation and implementation of donor engagement and stewardship programmes. It will be important to scan the market for possible partners, research on contacts and support the team with managing database of contacts, contracts, proposals etc.

Location: India

Deadline: 24 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Pacific is hiring an Education Specialist on a temporary appointment for 364 days to be based in the Vanuatu Office in Port Vila. Under the general supervision of the Chief of Field Office with technical guidance from the Chief of Education, the Education Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Education and ECD programmes and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of education programmes/projects within the country programme.

Location: Fiji/Pacific Island Countries

Deadline: 26 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

L’UNICEF – Burkina Faso recrute un(e) Spécialiste WASH (Chef de Projet KFW) – (NOC) TA basé(e) à Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Si vous êtes un(e) professionnel(le) engagé(e), créatif(ve) et passionné(e) par l’idée d’apporter un changement durable dans la vie des enfants, la principale organisation mondiale de défense des droits de l’enfant souhaite vous entendre.

Location: Burkina Faso

Deadline: 23 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

L’UNICEF Burkina Faso est à la recherche d’un professionnel motivé et énergique ayant une grande compétence et expérience en matière de gestion de l’information et des Systèmes d’Information Géographique (SIG) pour aider à atteindre les objectifs de l’ Eau, Hygiène et Assainissement dans le pays. Rejoignez notre équipe et aidez-nous à créer un monde meilleur pour chaque enfant.

Location: Burkina Faso

Deadline: 23 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Ethiopia is looking for a Security Associate who will provides technical, operational and administrative assistance to the respective Chiefs of Field Offices (CFOs) in fulfilling their responsibilities for the safety and security of field office personnel and eligible family members, as well as the protection of UNICEF premises, assets, and resources at their duty stations.

Location: Ethiopia

Deadline: 17 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Pacific is seeking an experienced WASH Officer (Engineering) to support the delivery of safe, sustainable and climate resilient WASH services in Vanuatu. The role will contribute to technical assessments, engineering designs, construction monitoring and capacity building of government and community partners. You will work closely with colleagues across WASH, Education and Health to ensure coordinated, high quality programme implementation. If you are technically strong, solutions driven and passionate about improving WASH outcomes for children — we encourage you to apply.

Location: Fiji/Pacific Island Countries

Deadline: 21 Apr 2026 11:55 PM

UNICEF Pacific is hiring a Social and Behaviour Change Specialist (Parenting), P3 on temporary appointment to be based in Suva, Fiji. Reporting to the SBC Manager, the role leads the design and scale up of inclusive, evidence based parenting initiatives across the Pacific, grounded in positive cultural norms and delivered through strong cross sector collaboration. Apply now to help advance parenting and family well being across the Pacific region.

Location: Fiji/Pacific Island Countries

Deadline: 21 Apr 2026 11:55 PM