National Consultant – Rapid Market Assessment for Girls’ Skills Development & Economic Empowerment @Apply Now

🌍 UNICEF Consultancy Opportunity – Apply Now!

Looking to make a meaningful impact on girls’ empowerment and economic inclusion in Nigeria? The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is hiring a:

💼 National Consultant – Rapid Market Assessment for Girls’ Skills Development & Economic Empowerment
📍 Location: Abuja (Remote/Home-based + Travel to Katsina)
⏳ Contract Duration: 3.5 Months
📅 Application Deadline: 1 July 2026

This consultancy will play a critical role in shaping programs that support adolescent girls by identifying viable economic opportunities and aligning skills development initiatives with real labor market needs.

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Key Objectives of the Role

• Identify priority sectors and livelihood pathways suitable for adolescent girls
• Align training programs with local labor market demand
• Address gender and structural barriers to education and employment
• Provide actionable, evidence-based recommendations for scalable interventions

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Who Should Apply?

✔️ Candidates with a Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Education, Gender & Development, or related fields
✔️ At least 8 years of experience in labor market research, skills development, or women/girls empowerment
✔️ Strong background in qualitative & quantitative research
✔️ Experience working with UN agencies or development partners
✔️ Knowledge of Nigeria’s labor market and policy environment
✔️ Fluency in English (Hausa is an added advantage)

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Why This Role Matters

This consultancy contributes directly to empowering adolescent girls in Katsina State by improving access to skills, employment opportunities, and financial inclusion—helping build a more equitable and sustainable future.

📌 Application Requirements:

• Updated CV
• Cover Letter
• Financial Proposal (as per UNICEF template)

🚀 Ready to make an impact? Apply now:

Application link

UNICEF is committed to diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply.