National consultant Nutrition Sensitive Social Protection

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For every child, the right to support

In Lao PDR, UNICEF works in partnership with the Government of Lao PDR and partners to promote and protect the rights of children and women in Lao PDR. With over 50 years of service, we are one of the longest-serving international organisations in the country.

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How can you make a difference? 

UNICEF in Vientiane, Lao PDR is looking for a National consultant Nutrition Sensitive Social Protection. The duration of this assignment is 12 months, starting as soon as possible and The work modality will require a combination of office-based and home-based work

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

The purpose of this assignment is to provide coordination, analysis, tool development, training support, and reporting to support the drivers of wasting analysis and strengthen referral systems, the consultant shall:

• Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement
• Data & Documentation Support for Drivers of Wasting Analysis
• Support with the Development of Referral Instruments and SOPs of identified cases of wasted children
• Support Training Curriculum Development & Rollout
• Reporting & Technical Documentation

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  TOR- NSSP consultant-VA.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

Education:

Advanced degree in Public Policy, Social Protection, Public Health, Nutrition, Economics, Development Studies or related field.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in social protection, nutrition‑sensitive programming, or systems strengthening.
•  Proven experience in nutrition‑social protection linkages, child wasting, or vulnerability targeting.
• Experience with Social Registries, MIS systems, PMT design, or digital tools. Knowledge of Lao government structures, policies, and sub‑national systems.
• Strong analytical, facilitation, and partnership‑building skills.

Skills:

• Strong analytical, facilitation and communication skills, including experience conducting multi-stakeholder consultations, technical workshops and policy dialogue.
• Excellent drafting skills in English with the ability to produce technical guidance, analytical reports, training materials and policy briefs.

Language Requirements:

Excellent command of English and Lao.

Desirable

Knowledge and experience on working on disability inclusion, disability sensitive social protection, disability screening

Submission of applications:

Interested candidates are kindly requested to apply and upload the following documents:

• Letter of Interest (cover letter)
• CV or Resume

Financial proposal: All-inclusive lump-sum cost including medical insurance with medivac, travel and accommodation cost for this assignment as per work assignment   Financial Proposal Template.doc

For every Child, you demonstrate…

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Remarks:  

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 is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

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