UNFPA Consultant Roster

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is inviting qualified professionals to join its global Consultant Roster. The roster serves as a pool of experts who may be engaged for short-term and long-term consultancy assignments supporting UNFPA's programmes and initiatives across various thematic areas. Specific assignments will be advertised or assigned based on organizational needs, with detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) outlining the scope of work for each consultancy.

Consultants on the roster may contribute technical expertise, research, policy development, programme implementation, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, and advisory services in support of UNFPA's mission to improve reproductive health, promote gender equality, empower young people, and support sustainable development worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Undertake consultancy assignments as specified in the Terms of Reference for each engagement.
• Provide technical expertise within relevant UNFPA thematic areas.
• Conduct research, analysis, and evidence generation activities.
• Support programme design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Develop technical reports, policy documents, assessments, and recommendations.
• Facilitate capacity-building and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Provide advisory services to UNFPA country, regional, and global programmes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, government institutions, development partners, and beneficiaries.
• Support project planning, implementation, and reporting processes.
• Deliver high-quality outputs within agreed timelines and standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s degree or higher) in a relevant field.
• Significant professional experience in one or more of UNFPA's thematic areas.
• Experience working with international organizations, development agencies, governments, or non-governmental organizations.
• Previous consulting experience in international development settings is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report writing and communication abilities.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of another United Nations language may be required or considered an advantage depending on the assignment.

General Requirements

• Demonstrate integrity and ethical conduct in professional practice.
• Show commitment to the mission, values, and objectives of UNFPA and the United Nations system.
• Respect and embrace cultural diversity and inclusion.
• Adapt effectively to change and evolving work environments.
• Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for assigned tasks.
• Apply professional expertise and sound business judgment.
• Think strategically and analytically when addressing complex issues.
• Deliver high-quality results within agreed timelines.
• Work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
• Build and maintain positive professional relationships.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Mode of Application

Interested candidates should apply online through the UNFPA Consultant Roster portal. Applicants are encouraged to complete their profiles accurately and provide all relevant qualifications, experience, and supporting information for consideration in future consultancy opportunities.