Seven current UNICEF jobs in Africa are accepting applications in August and September 2026. Opportunities are available in Kenya, Angola, Malawi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Africa, Zambia and Guinea-Bissau. Always confirm eligibility and the final deadline on the official UNICEF Careers page before applying. UNICEF does not charge recruitment fees.
Current UNICEF vacancies in Africa
1. Health Specialist (Vaccine-Preventable Disease Control), P-4 — Nairobi, Kenya
Contract: Fixed-term, 24 months
Deadline: 28 August 2026
Job number: 584514
This Francophone health position supports immunisation programmes, supplementary immunisation activities, outbreak response and monitoring frameworks. It is suited to experienced public-health professionals who can work across technical, programme and partnership functions. View the official UNICEF vacancy.
2. WASH Specialist, NO-3 — Luanda, Angola
Contract: Fixed-term appointment
Deadline: 20 September 2026
Job number: 595232
The role leads programme planning, monitoring, partnerships and humanitarian preparedness for climate-resilient water, sanitation and hygiene services. UNICEF states that applicants need an advanced relevant degree, at least five years of relevant experience, and fluency in English and Portuguese. National Officer eligibility rules apply. View the official UNICEF vacancy.
3. Construction Specialist, P-3 — Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
Contract: Temporary appointment, 364 days
Deadline: 6 September 2026
Job number: 595222
This position oversees planning, procurement support, quality assurance and delivery of education infrastructure in Ituri. UNICEF requests an advanced degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or a related field, five years of relevant experience, and French and English proficiency. View the official UNICEF vacancy.
4. Innovation Specialist, P-3 — Lilongwe, Malawi
Contract: Fixed-term appointment
Deadline: 4 September 2026
Job number: 595221
The specialist will lead innovation and digital technology-enabled programming, including responsible artificial intelligence governance, evidence use, knowledge management and partnerships. View the official UNICEF vacancy.
5. Child Health Specialist, NO-3 — Pretoria, South Africa
Contract: Fixed-term appointment
Deadline: 4 September 2026
Job number: 595229
This role supports immunisation, health-system strengthening, emergency preparedness, programme management, monitoring and evaluation, and stakeholder engagement. National Officer eligibility rules apply. View the official UNICEF vacancy.
6. Social Policy Intern: Child Data and Public Finance — Lusaka, Zambia
Contract: Full-time internship, four months
Deadline: 28 August 2026
Job number: 595216
The intern will support a dashboard on child wellbeing and social-sector financing by compiling, cleaning, organising and visualising national survey and budget data. View the official UNICEF vacancy.
7. Deputy Representative, Operations, P-4 — Guinea-Bissau
Contract: Fixed-term appointment
Deadline: 2 September 2026
Job number: 595121
This senior role advises country-office leadership on operations, risk management, organisational performance and the effective use of resources to deliver results for children. View the official UNICEF vacancy.
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