National Consultant for Social Protection Capacity Strengthening

Nairobi, Kenya (office based) 11 months #596838 is hiring for the National Consultant for Social Protection Capacity Strengthening position. This is a full time role. Experience: 5 – 9 yrs. UNICEF – United Nations Children’s FundNairobiNationalConsultant – Contractors Agreement levelSpeaks English Applications close on 19 November 2026.

Application deadline: November 19, 2026 (10 days)

Summary by Impactpool

The National Consultant for Social Protection Capacity Strengthening will provide technical and operational support to UNICEF Kenya and the Government of Kenya in enhancing social protection systems.

Key responsibilities

• Development of Framework for Implementing Kenya’s Social Protection Policy Pillar on Shock Responsive Social Protection
• Support UNICEF in guiding appropriate and effective public investments in social protection in the context of displacement
• Support the effective planning and coordination of activities within the Social Policy section to ensure synergies are achieved across the section’s work on social protection, public finance, devolution and data in relation to displaced populations.

Requirements

• MA in Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or related field
• At least 7 years of experience in social protection policy and programmes
• Experience providing technical support to government on social protection
• Experience in adult learning and training
• Fluency in written and spoken English…

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