UNICEF — United Nations Children's Fund
Overview
UNICEF protects children's rights and wellbeing through health, nutrition, education, child protection, water and sanitation, social policy, emergency response and advocacy. Its vacancies span international professional, national officer, general service, consultancy, internship and volunteer opportunities across programme delivery, operations, communications, fundraising, supply, monitoring, evaluation and data.
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Current UNICEF jobs
The newest verified openings, linked to their complete vacancy pages.
Health Officer (Maternal, Newborn and Child Health)
Knowledge Management Support Associate
UNV Captador/a Face to Face
Spécialiste Éducation et genre
Technical Assistant
Consultoría en PFP - LTA para Servicio en Diseño Gráfico
Assessment Consultant: Programme for Advancing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Consultant(e) national(e) pour l'élaboration d'un guide intégré d'animation des EAE incluant éducation, protection, santé, nutrition et changement climatique
National Social Protection Consultant
Consultant international en appui à la rédaction des projets de textes normatifs encadrant l'éducation basée sur le numérique dans le système éducatif national
Price Agent
National AIC and CFS Consultant for Huíla and Cunene
Senior Security Associate
UNV Coordinador Regional - Tumbes
Programme Officer
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Career guide
Applying for UNICEF jobs
Use IGO Jobs to compare current UNICEF vacancies and read each role's exact qualifications, duties, languages and deadline. When you find a suitable role, continue through the application link on its vacancy page to UNICEF's official recruitment system.
How to apply
- 1Compare active UNICEF roles on IGO Jobs and open the vacancy that matches your education, experience, languages and eligibility.
- 2Follow the vacancy's application link to UNICEF, create or update your online recruitment profile, and prepare a targeted CV and cover letter.
- 3Complete every required field, upload the requested documents and submit before the deadline; UNICEF sends a confirmation email after submission.
Recruitment process
After a vacancy closes, UNICEF reviews applications against the minimum requirements in the job description. Shortlisted candidates may complete a technical assessment, interview or other role-specific evaluation, followed by reference checks and additional checks where required. Timing can range from days to months, and candidates who participate in assessments are notified of the outcome by the hiring office.
Salary and benefits
UNICEF staff salaries follow UN-wide scales. International Professional pay uses global scales with duty-station adjustments, while National Officer and General Service salaries use local scales. Depending on contract, category and location, benefits may include leave, health and dental insurance, pension participation, family allowances, relocation support, rental subsidy and hardship-related entitlements. Consultants, interns and UN Volunteers have different terms, so the vacancy and eventual offer remain authoritative.
Requirements and selection stages vary by vacancy. Always use the individual job page and its linked official source as the final authority.
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions about UNICEF careers
How do I apply for jobs at UNICEF?+
Open a current UNICEF vacancy on IGO Jobs, review the exact requirements, then follow its application link to UNICEF's official recruitment system. For most applications, complete an online recruitment profile and submit a targeted CV and cover letter before the deadline.
What qualifications are required for UNICEF jobs?+
Requirements vary by position. IGO Jobs cards and vacancy pages show the role's available grade, experience level, location and job function, while the full vacancy page lists exact education, years of experience, technical skills, languages and eligibility conditions.
Does UNICEF hire international applicants?+
UNICEF may advertise internationally recruited and locally recruited roles. Eligibility is stated on each vacancy, so applicants should check the contract category, duty station and any nationality or work-authorisation requirements.
How long does the UNICEF recruitment process take?+
There is no single fixed timeline. Screening, assessments, interviews, reference checks and approvals can vary by role. Applicants should monitor the official recruitment account and the email address used in their application.
Does UNICEF charge an application fee?+
Legitimate international-organisation recruitment processes do not require candidates to pay a fee to submit an application. Treat requests for payment or sensitive financial information with caution and verify the vacancy through its official source.
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