Technical Support for CPD (2028–2032) Strategic Planning consultant, Cairo, Egypt, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation section, 8 months, Remote work

TERMS OF REFERENCE

The process emphasizes focus, scale, impact, and systems strengthening, with strong attention to equity, gender, disability inclusion, and Leave No One Behind (LNOB) principles.

Given the complexity, tight timelines, and need for high-quality facilitation, synthesis, and coordination, UNICEF Egypt requires dedicated technical support to ensure a coherent, well-sequenced, and high-quality CPD development process.

The purpose of this consultancy is to provide technical, facilitation, and coordination support to the development of the UNICEF Egypt Country Programme (2028–2032), ensuring a structured, participatory, and high-quality process from evidence synthesis through to CPD drafting and finalization.

• Supporting evidence synthesis and analysis to inform program prioritization

• Facilitate strategic prioritization processes, including Strategic Moments of Reflection (SMRs)

• Support the development and articulation of the Theory of Change (ToC)

• Support development of the Results and Resource Framework (RRF) and explanatory note

• Provide high-quality drafting, synthesis, and quality assurance support for the CPD package

• Ensure alignment with UNICEF guidance and Rights and Results Programming (RRP) principles

Education

At least 10 years of experience in leading strategic planning processes, including demonstrated experience in leading UNICEF planning processes (for example, CPD development).

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills

Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.

Strong facilitation and strategic writing skills.

Familiarity with UNICEF CPP guidance and RRBM principles

Experience working in Egypt or similar contexts is an asset

Excellent active listening skills.

Problem-solving and root cause identification skills.

Strong analytic and decision-making abilities.

Must be a team player and able to work with and through others.

Language Requirements

Excellent command of English (written and spoken)

Desirables

Previous work experience at a senior level with UNICEF is strongly preferred; experience with another UN agency is an asset.

Knowledge of Ai evidence synthesis and documentation application is an asset

For every Child, you demonstrate...

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.

Remarks

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.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.