Overview
UNICEF is seeking a qualified Consultant to support the management and coordination of a CDC-funded Cooperative Agreement (CoAg) under the Programme Group – WASH Section.
This role is ideal for a professional with strong experience in humanitarian WASH programming, public health emergencies, and donor-funded project coordination.
About UNICEF
UNICEF is the world’s leading organization for children’s rights, operating in over 190 countries and territories. For more than 70 years, UNICEF has worked to improve child survival, health, education, protection, and access to clean water and sanitation.
Consultancy Title and Details
- Position Title: CDC CoAg Consultant
- Job Number: 589288
- Contract Type: Consultancy
- Level: Consultant
- Duty Station: New York (Remote-based)
- Functional Area: WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene)
- Duration: 25 January 2026 – 31 December 2026
- Organization: UNICEF
Also Read: Global Operations & Services Team Manager – Work From Anywhere
Background and Purpose of the Assignment
UNICEF currently manages several Corporate Agreements (CoAgs) with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The consultant will support third-year implementation and coordination of CDC-funded projects, working closely with UNICEF headquarters, regional and country offices, and CDC technical and administrative teams.
The work will cover:
- Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) for Mpox (Monkeypox)
- Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH)
- WASH in public health emergencies
- Cholera and Ebola response projects
Reporting and Supervision
- Supervisor: WASH Specialist – WASH in Emergencies & Fragile Contexts
- Overall Guidance: Associate Director of Health (Principal Investigator for the CoAg)
The consultant will collaborate with:
- UNICEF WASH and Health teams
- Country and regional offices
- Public Partnership Division (PPD)
- Division of Financial and Administrative Management (DFAM)
- CDC technical and administrative counterparts
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables
1. Cooperative Agreement Coordination
- Prepare 12 monthly CoAg summaries and update SharePoint records
- Participate in monthly coordination calls with the Principal Investigator
- Conduct regular follow-up meetings with CDC and country offices
- Submit 4 quarterly technical and financial updates to CDC
- Coordinate virtual site visits when requested
- Maintain a master project tracking list, updated monthly
2. Annual Reporting
- Coordinate and compile the Year Three Annual Report
- Collect inputs from country offices and submit by CDC deadline
3. Carryover and Funding Requests
- Prepare carryover requests from:
- Year 2 to Year 3
- Year 3 to Year 4
- Consolidate justifications and documentation in line with CDC requirements
- Support requests for fund redirection or approvals when needed
4. Proposal Development
- Coordinate development of:
- Project narratives
- Budget narratives
- Cover letters and budget summaries
- Submit the Non-Competing Continuation Application for Year Four
- Revise and resubmit proposals based on CDC feedback or budget revisions
Required Qualifications
Education
- Degree in Public Health, Civil Engineering, WASH, or a related field
Experience and Skills
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in humanitarian WASH programming
- Strong understanding of WASH interventions in public health emergencies
- Experience working in emergency or fragile contexts
- Proven project coordination and organizational skills
- Experience with CDC-funded or donor-funded projects is an asset
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders independently
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Flexible, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- A completed UNICEF e-Recruitment profile
- Academic credentials
- A financial proposal including:
- Cost per deliverable
- Total lump-sum fee (USD)
- Any travel or related costs (if applicable)
- Availability period
Payment will be based on satisfactory completion of agreed deliverables.
Important Notes
- This is a consultancy, not a staff position
- Consultants are responsible for their taxes, visa, and health insurance
- UNICEF has a zero tolerance for misconduct and enforces strict safeguarding policies
Application Deadline
- Advertised: 14 January 2026
- Deadline: 28 January 2026 (Eastern Standard Time)
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