United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: International Consultant – AI Solutions for Education Data Management
Job No: 596456
Duty Station: Abuja
Contract type: Consultant
Level: Consultancy
Categories: Education
How can you make a difference?
Under the supervision of Chief of Education, the consultant will undertake the following tasks:
- Inception and design.
- AI development and integration.
- Pilot and refinement.
- DHIS2 technical review and national capacity.
- Digital sector plans and performance monitoring.
- Deployment and handover.
Minimum Requirements: (Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge / Expertise / Skills)
Education:
- Advanced University Degree in computer science, data science, data analytics, statistics or other relevant fields.
Work Experience:
- Ten years of experience in supporting digital systems, data systems and software development, including review and development of system architecture, configurations, integrations, source code and technical documentation, for national data systems.
- Five years of experience in developing and implementing AI-enabled digital solutions.
- Five years of experience in data analysis, visualization and development of user-friendly digital tools.
- Demonstrated experience in supporting education sector management through creation of digitalized monitoring and evaluation tools.
Language Requirements
- Strong communication skills in English.
Knowledge / Expertise / Skills:
- Strong practical expertise in EMIS implementation, configuration, system administration and technical support, especially in DHIS2 systems and platforms.
Desirables:
- Experience in working for UNICEF or international organizations.
Application Closing Date
28th October, 2026; W. Central Africa Standard Time.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note
Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
- A separate financial proposal (only acceptable in the format of the linked template).
