National Consultant – Youth Empowerment

About the role

UNICEF is seeking a National Consultant to lead Youth Empowerment activities in the United Arab Emirates. The consultant will provide technical advice to the SDG Club/Ambassadors initiative, supporting the integration of children and adolescents into national SDG advocacy and program implementation. This is a three‑month, home‑based assignment.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver technical guidance to the SDG Club/Ambassadors initiative mobilised by SCMC.
• Strengthen the role of children and adolescents in UNICEF and SCMC programmes.
• Design and facilitate training sessions on child rights, SDG promotion and youth advocacy.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders and UN agencies to align advocacy efforts.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for national and international program planning.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in social sciences or a related field.
• Minimum five years of proven experience in child rights, SDG promotion, and youth training.
• Fluent in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
• Valid residence permission in the UAE.

Required skills

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities with government officials and adolescents.

What we offer

• Engagement with a leading UN agency on a high‑impact youth empowerment project.
• Competitive consultancy remuneration and benefits package.