Application Deadline: June 15, 2026
UNICEF is seeking an experienced Report Writer Consultant to support its work on private sector engagement in education. This remote consultancy offers a unique opportunity for senior professionals to contribute to a high-profile global report that will help shape UNICEF’s future approach to partnerships, education financing, and collaboration with the private sector.
The consultancy will run for nine months and is based within UNICEF’s Strategic Partnerships Engagement team, with the duty station listed as Amman, Jordan. The selected consultant will play a key role in developing an evidence-based report exploring how businesses can contribute to stronger education systems, workforce readiness, and sustainable learning outcomes worldwide.
The report will examine the connections between improved education outcomes and long-term economic growth, identify practical ways for businesses to engage in education, and recommend strategies for strengthening public-private collaboration at both global and country levels.
This work is expected to support UNICEF’s broader agenda on next-generation private sector engagement and will contribute to a major report launch planned for early 2027.
The role is particularly suited to professionals who have extensive experience producing high-quality reports for international audiences and who understand the evolving relationship between education systems, economic development, and private sector participation.
Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Master’s degree in Education Policy, International Development, Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least eight years of experience writing, editing, and managing high-quality reports for international audiences.
- Previous experience engaging with private sector stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of private sector engagement in education, including areas such as CSR, public-private partnerships (PPPs), EdTech, and workforce skills development.
- Familiarity with global education priorities and frameworks, including SDG 4.
- Excellent project management and deadline-management skills.
- Strong communication, research, analytical, and synthesis abilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Fluency in English is required.
- Knowledge of Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish is an advantage.
Preferred qualifications include experience coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives involving private sector partners and previous involvement in advocacy campaigns or major report launches.
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Benefits
This consultancy offers the opportunity to:
- Work with UNICEF, one of the world’s leading organizations for children.
- Contribute to a globally significant report on education and private sector engagement.
- Collaborate with international experts, policymakers, and development partners.
- Gain visibility through a high-level initiative that will inform future education partnerships.
- Work remotely while supporting a global project.
- Build professional experience within the United Nations system.
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit their application through UNICEF’s online recruitment platform.
Applications should include:
- An updated CV or résumé.
- A cover letter outlining relevant experience.
- A completed financial proposal using UNICEF’s designated template.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process. UNICEF does not charge any fees at any stage of the application or selection process.
How to Apply
For more details, visit UNICEF Report Writer Consultant.
