International Consultant at UNICEF, Dar es Salaam – October 2026

Technical Support to TASAF: Design, Operationalize and Institutionalize SBC Under PSSN III (Imarisha Kaya)

Organization: UNICEF
Position: International Consultant – Technical Support to TASAF, Design, Operationalize and Institutionalize SBC under PSSN III (Imarisha Kaya)
Job No.: 596023
Contract Type: Consultancy
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Category: Social Policy
Level: Consultancy
Duration: 9 months, remote + missions
Advertised: 30 September 2026
Deadline: 8 October 2026

About UNICEF

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

UNICEF provides opportunities for professional and personal development while supporting children and communities around the world. The organization promotes a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages qualified candidates from different backgrounds to apply.

About the Consultancy

UNICEF plans to support the Tanzania Social Action Fund (TASAF) in strengthening the social and behaviour change (SBC) dimensions of Imarisha Kaya, with particular focus on:

• Nutrition across the life cycle.
• Infant and young child feeding.
• Responsive caregiving and parenting.
• Early childhood development and learning.
• Adolescent and youth development.
• Economic inclusion.
• Social marketing.
• Behaviour change communication.

To support implementation, UNICEF seeks an international consultant to provide technical assistance in designing and operationalizing an integrated Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) strategy and related implementation tools.

Interested applicants are encouraged to review the complete Terms of Reference (ToR) before applying.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Master’s degree in a related subject area, such as:
  • Communication
  • Anthropology
  • Community Psychology
  • Social Marketing
  • Instructional Design
• Interdisciplinary academic experience is particularly relevant.

Professional Experience

• At least 15 years of professional experience in strategic communication, including:
  • Behavioural Sciences
  • Social and Behaviour Change
  • Advocacy
  • Public information
• At least 5–10 years of research experience related to strategic communication.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring broader national SBC radio programme interventions.
• Experience using qualitative methods in large-scale and complex research designs.
• Experience developing creative concepts and supervising creative production.
• Demonstrated leadership in designing SBC radio programmes and community-led initiatives in developing-country contexts, preferably in Africa.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English.

Desirable Experience and Competencies

• Experience working within social protection programmes is preferred.
• Experience working with government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships.
• Self-awareness and ethical awareness.
• Ability to innovate and embrace change.
• Strong drive to achieve results and impact.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and complexity.
• Strategic thinking and action.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.

UNICEF Core Values

UNICEF’s work is underpinned by its core values of:

• Care
• Respect
• Integrity
• Trust
• Accountability
• Sustainability

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of children’s rights and seeks to maintain a workforce that reflects the diversity of the children it serves.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, or disability, including neurodivergence. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Safeguarding and Background Checks

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy towards conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives, including:

• Sexual exploitation and abuse.
• Sexual harassment.
• Abuse of authority.
• Discrimination.

UNICEF is committed to protecting and safeguarding children.

Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. Additional information may be requested as part of the background-check process.

Required Application Documents

Qualified candidates are required to submit the following documents through UNICEF’s Talent Management System (TMS):

1. Updated TMS profile and Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. Cover letter.
3. Separate financial proposal using only the format provided in the UNICEF financial proposal template.
4. Detailed technical proposal, including:
   • Proposed methodology.
   • Approach.
   • Workplan.
   • Timeline.

   Maximum length: 6 pages.

Important

Applicants should review the complete Terms of Reference (ToR) and financial proposal template before submitting their applications.

If the ToR or financial proposal documents are not downloadable through certain recruitment platforms, UNICEF advises applicants to visit the official UNICEF Careers consultancy vacancies page.

Application Deadline

Advertised: 30 September 2026
Deadline: 8 October 2026, East Africa Standard Time

Important Recruitment Notice

UNICEF does not charge any processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, or hiring processes, including application, interview, validation, appointment, or training.

UNICEF will not ask applicants to provide bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are officially advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will proceed to the next stage of the selection process.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official UNICEF recruitment portal.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY