[Hiring] Consultant for Gender Programmatic Review @Career Options Africa Group

Role Description

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.

TERMS OF REFERENCE

The review will support UNICEF Burundi in assessing the extent to which gender equality is integrated across programmes under the Country Programme Document (CPD) 2024-2027. The CPD prioritizes:

• Health and nutrition
• WASH
• Education and skills
• Child protection
• Social policy
• Programme effectiveness

The review will identify key gender gaps and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations and priority actions to strengthen gender-responsive programming across sectors.

Qualifications

• Master`s Degree in at least one of the following fields: Gender studies, social sciences, international development, public policy or related field.
• At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in gender equality, programme review, or related field.
• Expertise and knowledge in conducting Gender Program Review related to Country Program Documents for UNICEF or any other UN Agency.
• Skills in research, data analysis, strong narrative skills, and knowledge in multisectoral action planning.
• Language Requirements: French and English.
• Experience working with UN or international organizations is an asset.

Requirements

• Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):
• An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• A separate financial proposal (only acceptable in the format of the linked template)

Application Link: https://jobs.unicef.org/mob/cw/en-us/job/593848

Close Date: 17/07/2026