UNICEF is Offering a Consultancy Opportunity for a Public Sector Innovation Consultant – Apply By 1 April 2026 @Unknown

Overview

UNICEF is offering a consultancy opportunity for a Public Sector Innovation Consultant focused on strengthening public sector innovation systems to improve outcomes for children.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and drafting of a Public Sector Innovation Policy for Tamil Nadu.
• Facilitate consultations with government departments and ecosystem stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of innovation collaboration tools and frameworks.
• Co-develop an Innovation Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework.
• Design tracking systems, dashboards, and assessment tools.
• Assist in the development and peer review of an Innovation Index Framework.
• Support the design and implementation of innovation training programmes.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions.
• Develop an Innovation Vision and Roadmap for UNICEF’s Tamil Nadu office.

Requirements

• An advanced degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of professional experience in social policy, governance, and public sector innovation.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting policy frameworks and designing monitoring systems.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of additional UN languages is an asset.

Benefits

The consultancy operates under a deliverables-based payment structure, compensation will be released upon successful completion of agreed outputs.

Location

Chennai, India (On-site)

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit a detailed CV and a financial proposal before the application deadline.

Deadline

1 April 2026