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UNICEF Consultant – Child Protection Protocols, Nicaragua

UNICEF busca un consultor para actualizar protocolos de atención psicosocial en albergues y casas solidarias en Nicaragua. El objetivo es proteger a niños, niñas y adolescentes. La consultoría tendrá una duración de 12 meses.

deadline: 13 July 2026 Central America Standard Time
location: Nicaragua
host: UNICEF
apply-url: https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/594102/actualizaci%C3%B3n-de-protocolos-de-atenci%C3%B3n-psicosocial-en-albergues-y-casas-solidarias-protecci%C3%B3n-de-ni%C3%B1os-ni%C3%B1as-y-adolescentes-nicaragua-managua-remoto-12-mesas-594102

UNICEF is hiring a consultant to update psychosocial care protocols in shelters and community homes in Nicaragua. The primary goal of this consultancy is the protection of children and adolescents. The contract duration is 12 months.

Overview

The goal of this consultancy is to update psychosocial care protocols in shelters and community homes in Nicaragua, with the aim of providing better protection to children and adolescents.

  • Update psychosocial care protocols in shelters and community homes
  • Train shelter and community home staff on updated protocols
  • Monitor and evaluate protocol implementation
  • Protection of children and adolescents
  • Psychosocial care in shelters and community homes
  • Capacity building for staff

Eligibility

This consultancy is aimed at professionals with experience in psychosocial care and child protection.

  • Experience in psychosocial care and child protection
  • Knowledge of psychosocial care protocols
  • Skills to train staff and monitor protocol implementation

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with UNICEF on the protection of children and adolescents
  • Develop skills in psychosocial care and protection protocols
  • Contribute to strengthening shelter and community home staff capacity

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply through the UNICEF employment platform.

  • Review the consultancy requirements and responsibilities
  • Prepare the required documentation
  • Submit the application through the UNICEF jobs portal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main objective of this consultancy?

The main objective is to update psychosocial care protocols in shelters and community homes in Nicaragua, to provide better protection to children and adolescents.

What is the duration of the contract?

The contract duration is 12 months.

What experience is required for this consultancy?

Experience in psychosocial care and child protection is required.

Where will the consultancy take place?

The consultancy will be conducted in Nicaragua, with the possibility of remote work.

What is the application deadline?

The deadline to apply is July 13, 2026.

What type of contract is offered?

The contract type is Consultant.