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Consultant – Health Sector Strategic Plan VI (HSSP VI) Development
Job No: 591111 Contract Type: Consultancy Duration: 6 Months Working Arrangement: Home Based Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, United Republic of Tanzania Category: Health Advertised: February 18, 2026 Deadline: February 25, 2026
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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. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job — it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
About the Consultancy
The Consultant will work closely with the Ministry of Health, the HSSP VI Steering Committee, and key stakeholders to ensure that the planning process is inclusive, well-coordinated, technically sound, and aligned with national priorities and global commitments.
Objectives of the Consultancy
The overall objective is to lead the design, coordination, and development of HSSP VI through a highly consultative and evidence-driven process in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health and stakeholders.
Specific objectives include:
- Provide overall technical leadership and guidance for the development of HSSP VI.
- Coordinate and guide thematic technical working groups and stakeholders in identifying health sector thematic priorities.
- Develop a high-quality HSSP VI document aligned with national and global frameworks.
- Promote consensus and ownership of the HSSP VI through broad stakeholder engagement.
- Engage with the organization that will oversee/manage the HSSP VI development process.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Advanced university degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Health Economics, Health Systems, or a related field.
Work Experience
- At least 15 years of progressive experience in health systems strengthening and strategy development.
- Proven experience leading national health strategies.
- Strong knowledge of Universal Health Coverage (UHC), health financing, and cross-cutting health issues.
- Experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa; Tanzania experience is desirable.
Skills & Language
- Excellent analytical, facilitation, and writing skills.
- Fluency in both English and Kiswahili is required.
UNICEF’s Core Values
All UNICEF staff and consultants are expected to demonstrate the following core values — Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).
UNICEF promotes the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the children it serves — irrespective of race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, or socio-economic background.
UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence. Reasonable accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the UNICEF Talent Management System (TMS):
- An up-to-date TMS profile and Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A Cover Letter
- A completed Financial Proposal (template available on the UNICEF careers portal)
Important Notices
- UNICEF does not charge any processing fee at any stage of recruitment, selection, or hiring.
- UNICEF will not request applicants’ bank account information.
- UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination of any kind.
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history.
- UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to persons under 18.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
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