UNICEF works in more than 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights and help them reach their full potential, from early childhood to adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do, for as long as our presence is needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it’s a calling.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse professional and personal development opportunities, enabling them to strengthen their sense of purpose while serving children and communities around the world, with an attractive package of pay and benefits.

Active in the Democratic Republic of Congo since 1963, we welcome all those who wish to flourish in a diverse and passionate culture, and who embody our values ​​in order to give the best for the development of the children of the DRC.  

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For every child, a future

Despite its vast natural resources, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is one of the poorest countries in the world. Factors such as extreme poverty, economic crisis, conflict, food insecurity, and epidemics negatively impact the social situation and well-being of Congolese people, particularly women and children.

The DRC is the second largest country in terms of land area and the third largest population in Africa, with 107 million inhabitants in 2021, nearly 54% of whom are children. Although the country has made significant progress in reducing infant mortality and improving children’s access to education, the majority of children are still deprived of their rights.

Beyond the challenges of long-term development, the humanitarian situation has deteriorated in recent years. Nearly 26.4 million people, including 15.4 million children, are currently in need of emergency humanitarian assistance across the country.

Visit UNICEF Democratic Republic of Congo to learn more about what we do.

How can you tell the difference?

Under the direct supervision of the respective Heads of Office and the technical guidance of the Chief of Nutrition, the Nutrition Specialist supports the development and preparation of the nutrition program and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on progress. They provide technical advice and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate administration and the achievement of concrete and sustainable results within maternal and child nutrition programs/projects. This is done in accordance with UNICEF’s plans, resource allocation, approaches, and results-based management methodology, as well as its strategic plans, performance standards, and accountability framework.

What are your responsibilities?

1. Support for the planning and coordination of the development of the Nutrition program

2. Program management, monitoring and achievement of results

3. Technical and operational support for the implementation of the program

4. Networking and building partnerships

5. Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

To learn more, click here:   Nutrition Specialist, NO-3, Bukavu & Bunia.pdf

To assume this role and be considered an advocate for the rights of every child in the DRC, you must have:

• Academic background:

An advanced university degree in one of the following fields: nutrition, public health, nutritional epidemiology, global/international health and nutrition, health/nutrition research, policy and/or management, health sciences, nutritional epidemiology, or other nutrition-related scientific field.

• Experience :

A minimum of five years of professional experience in a developing country in one or more of the following areas: nutrition, nutrition in emergencies, food security/food systems, public health, nutrition planning and management, nutrition sector coordination, or maternal, infant and child health/nutrition.

• Languages : Fluency in French (spoken and written) is required; a good knowledge of English is an asset.

For each child, you must demonstrate…

UNICEF’s core values—care, respect, integrity, trust, accountability, and sustainability (CRITAS)—underpin everything we do and how we do it. Learn more in our Charter of Values: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF skills required for this position are…

• Cultivating self-awareness and demonstrating a sense of ethics
• Working collaboratively
• Establishing and maintaining partnerships
• Innovate and embrace change
• Think and act strategically
• To strive for tangible results
• Managing ambiguity and complexity
• To support, guide and supervise staff

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children, and our staff must reflect the diversity of these children. UNICEF is committed to inclusion , regardless of race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socioeconomic background, or any other personal characteristic.

We offer a wide range of measures to include a more diverse workforce , such as paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities . UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

According to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments that, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022–2030, UNICEF has committed to increasing the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodations to meet the work-related support needs of candidates and employees with disabilities. UNICEF has also established an Accessibility Support Service to enhance physical and digital accessibility. If you are a candidate living with a disability and require digital accessibility support to complete the online application form, please submit your request via the email accessibility button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF .

UNICEF does not recruit candidates who are married to children (persons under 18 years of age). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of power, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include verification of academic credentials and employment history. Selected candidates may be asked to provide additional information for background checks, and selected candidates with disabilities may be asked to submit supporting documentation related to their disability in confidence.

UNICEF appointments are subject to a medical certificate. A visa issued by the host country of the duty station is required for IP posts and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to vaccination requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19). If you are selected for a UNICEF position, you must either be vaccinated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant UN department. Failure to do so will result in the selection being cancelled.

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