UNICEF Consultancy Vacancy – Humanitarian Planning, Coordination, and Operational Support

UNICEF Consultancy Vacancy – Humanitarian Planning, Coordination, and Operational Support

Organization: UNICEF
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Office‑based with field trips)
Contract Type: Consultancy
Contract Duration: 7 months
Job No.: 591884
Deadline: April 02, 2026

About UNICEF

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them reach their potential. The organization promotes inclusive development, diversity, and equal opportunity, offering staff meaningful careers with professional growth and attractive benefits.

Position: Consultant – Humanitarian Planning, Coordination, and Operational Support

The consultant will provide targeted technical support to strengthen UNICEF Ethiopia’s humanitarian planning, coordination, and operational capacities.

Key Objectives

• Strengthen emergency preparedness, anticipatory action, and rapid response capacities
• Enhance donor engagement and private‑sector outreach
• Improve reporting, data management, and situational analysis
• Support resource mobilization efforts
• Provide operational support and conduct regular field visits

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• Advanced university degree in social sciences, public administration, international law, public health, nutrition, international relations, business administration, or related disciplines
• Preferably a combination of management, administration, and technical fields

Experience:

• At least 8 years of professional work experience at international and national levels in programme/project development, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and administration
• Specialized training/experience in resilience, nexus/durable solutions, and public health emergencies programme management is highly desirable

Skills:

• Strong technical expertise in humanitarian coordination and operational support
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of SAP is desirable

Language:

• Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication skills

UNICEF Core Values

All staff are expected to demonstrate UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS). UNICEF promotes diversity and inclusion, encourages applications from all qualified candidates, and provides reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the UNICEF online recruitment portal:

• Updated TMS profile and CV
• Cover letter
• Separate financial proposal

👉 Apply here: UNICEF Careers – Job No. 591884

Important Notes

• UNICEF does not charge any processing fees at any stage of recruitment.
• Background checks will be conducted, including verification of academic credentials and employment history.
• UNICEF has a zero‑tolerance policy on sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and discrimination.

Advertised: March 24, 2026 (E. Africa Standard Time)
Closing Date: April 02, 2026 (E. Africa Standard Time)