GENERIC CONSULTANT ROSTER - CLIMATE CHANGE, ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT (ISLAMABAD, LAHORE, PESHAWAR, QUETTA, KARACHI) NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL

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.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

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Under the UNICEF PCO CEE Roster of Consultants, UNICEF seeks qualified consultants across complementary areas of expertise to perform a range of duties in support of UNICEF and government partners, contributing to the development and strengthening of systems that protect children from climate- and disaster-related risks.

The individual consultant will provide specialized technical expertise in one or more of the following areas which apply to the Climate Change, Energy and Environment sectors and/or UNICEF programming where appropriate. Specific deliverable will be defined through assignment-specific TORs.

• CEE Policies, Strategies and Plans
• Climate Finance
• Renewable Energy
• Climate Data, Information, Innovation and Research
• Environmental Health (Air Quality, Lead, Toxic Chemicals, etc.)

Selected consultants will work closely with the UNICEF CEE programme team to ensure national and sub-national level efforts are aligned with the intergovernmental processes on climate action. Where relevant, consultants will integrate the Declaration on Children, Youth and Climate Action and its implementation guidance into deliverables.

Applicants may apply to one or more areas of expertise.

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of Urdu and/or relevant provincial/local languages is an advantage.

• ​​ Advanced university degree in climate change, climate sciences, water resources, environmental sciences/engineering, public health, , climate change, disaster risk management, natural resources management, development studies, international development, economics, public policy, public administration, law, governance, institutional development, or another relevant discipline. Professional experience in Climate and Environmental science or policy, International Affairs, Public Policy, human rights, sustainability, or any related field.​ 

• ​​Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in one or more roster areas, including climate change policy development, climate finance, renewable energy, climate innovation, climate information services, environmental health including air quality programme design.  
• Demonstrated advanced policy assessment capabilities, especially across climate, environment, energy, and disaster risk reduction contexts; 
• Experience with government, UN agencies, development partners or other CEE sector institutions; 
• Ability to translate technical analysis into practical recommendations;  
• Experience developing technical reports, policies, frameworks, standards, guidelines, tools or knowledge products;  
• ​Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills;  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; 
• Ability to work independently and deliver quality outputs within agreed timelines. ​ 

• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical climate concepts, both in writing and verbally is required;
• Strong organizational, planning and prioritizing skills;
• Technical writing, research and reporting skills are a distinct advantage.

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others 

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UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  

• Candidates should submit 1) a CV, 2) a short cover letter, 3) 2 writing samples and one sample of a presentation (PPT or other) 4) three contacts for recent client/supervisor references.
• Applicants must submit a financial quotation indicating the consultant fee their daily rate. Direct costs will be determined according to assignment-specific TORs and paid according to actual costs or other negotiated direct costs.
• Travel may be required for selected assignments, including travel to provincial or field locations for technical assessments, stakeholder consultations, workshops, validation exercises or other approved activities.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• Consultant needs to produce a copy of their health insurance coverage at the time the contract is awarded.

• Inclusion in the roster does not constitute a commitment or guarantee of engagement.
• Each consultancy will require a specific approved ToR, funding and completion of applicable selection, contracting and compliance requirements.
• Consultants may be included in one or more roster areas based on their qualifications and expertise.
• Consultants will be engaged in their individual capacity and subject to UNICEF's applicable contractual conditions, safeguarding and conflict-of-interest requirements.

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this role, eligible and suitable females, persons with disabilities and suitable candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for a consultancy with UNICEF are required to obtain necessary clearances from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if necessary, requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.

Advertised: 14 Sep 2026 Pakistan Standard Time
Applications close: 27 Sep 2026 Pakistan Standard Time

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