UNICEF Lao PDR is Hiring: National Consultant for Child Wellbeing Advocacy 

In Lao PDR, UNICEF works in partnership with the Government of Lao PDR and partners to promote and protect the rights of children and women in Lao PDR. With over 50 years of service, we are one of the longest-serving international organisations in the country. Visit unicef.org/Laos to learn more about what we do at UNICEF in Lao PDR.

UNICEF Lao PDR is seeking a qualified and experienced National Consultant for Child Wellbeing Advocacy to support the development and implementation of strategic advocacy initiatives that advance children's rights and wellbeing in Lao PDR.

 This four-month home-based consultancy offers an opportunity to contribute to high-level policy engagement and advocacy efforts focused on:

• Prevention of Child Marriage
• Improvement of Child Nutrition, with a strong emphasis on domestic financing and investment for children

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess:

• A bachelor's degree in communication, public policy, political science, development studies, social sciences, public health, law, or a related field (advanced degree desirable).
• A minimum of seven years of professional experience in advocacy, public policy, government relations, or strategic communications, including at least three years of experience in Lao PDR.
• Demonstrated experience in developing advocacy or policy engagement strategies and producing policy-oriented materials for government audiences.
• Strong knowledge of Lao PDR's governance and policy landscape.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in Lao and English.

Previous experience working with the United Nations or international organizations, and familiarity with child protection, nutrition, or public finance for children, will be considered an asset.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to review the full TOR National Consultant Advocacy Specialist for VA.pdf and submit their application through the UNICEF Careers platform and requested to apply and upload the following documents:

• Letter of Interest (cover letter)
• CV or Resume
• Financial proposal: All-inclusive lump-sum cost including medical insurance with medivac, travel and accommodation cost for this assignment as per work assignment. Please find the Financial Template for your completion and upload: Financial Proposal Template.doc

Apply now

Deadline: 22 Oct 2026