International Consultant – Pacific Early Childhood Education (16‑month)

About the role

UNICEF is seeking an International Consultant to support the development and strengthening of early childhood education (ECE) systems across 15 Pacific Island Countries. The 16.3‑month assignment is home‑based, with the duty station listed as Suva, Fiji, and is open to international candidates.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse the status of ECE systems in Pacific Island Countries and produce evidence‑based recommendations.
• Support the implementation of regional frameworks such as PacREF and PRIEF, ensuring inclusivity and cultural relevance.
• Provide technical advice to ministries and partners on curriculum, teacher training, and early learning assessment.
• Facilitate capacity‑building workshops and knowledge‑sharing events for stakeholders.
• Prepare and contribute to status reports, policy briefs, and monitoring tools.

Required profile

• Advanced degree in Education, Early Childhood Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in ECE policy, programme design, or consultancy, preferably in the Pacific region.
• Demonstrated understanding of inclusive education and culturally responsive practices.
• Proven ability to work independently and deliver high‑quality outputs remotely.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive consultancy fee and benefits package.
• Opportunity to influence education policy for 15 Pacific nations.
• Professional development within a global UN agency.
• Fully remote work arrangement with occasional virtual collaboration.