[Hiring] Country Programme Planning Process Review Consultant @AGORA

Role Description

The Country Programme Planning (CPP) process provides an opportunity for UNICEF Country Offices to critically reflect on the country context, identify strategic priorities, make choices about where UNICEF can contribute most effectively, and translate these choices into coherent country programmes. The process involves a series of analytical and strategic steps, including:

• Evidence review
• Strategic reflection
• Prioritization
• Strategic Moment of Reflection (SMR)
• Engagement with government and other partners
• Development of theories of change and results

The consultant will undertake the following tasks:

• Develop a focused analytical framework
• Select and review a sample of CPP processes undertaken in 2026
• Analyse the strategic quality and coherence of the CPP process
• Synthesize findings and identify implications for future CPP cohorts

Qualifications

• An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in International Development, Development Studies, Public Policy, Public Administration, Economics, Development Economics, Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology, International Relations, Strategic Planning, Programme Planning and Management, or another discipline directly relevant to country programme planning, strategic analysis and development programming.
• Specialization or demonstrated academic training in results-based management, public policy analysis, development planning, programme design, theories of change, or the analysis of development results is an asset.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in strategic planning, country programme development, results-based management or programme design and analysis, preferably within UNICEF or the UN system.
• Fluency in English, with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in reviewing and analysing country programme planning processes and related documentation, including strategic analysis, prioritization, theories of change and results frameworks.
• Experience in conducting comparative or cross-country reviews, identifying patterns and good practices, and translating analytical findings into practical recommendations to strengthen planning processes and organizational learning.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and results-based management, with strong analytical skills and the ability to review complex planning documents, assess the quality and coherence of strategic decision-making, synthesize evidence across country contexts, and develop practical, actionable recommendations.

Benefits

• Diverse opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Attractive compensation and benefits package.

Company 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.

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