Technical Support for CPD (2028–2032) Strategic Planning consultant

The consultant will provide technical, facilitation, and coordination support to the development of the UNICEF Egypt Country Programme (2028–2032), ensuring a structured, participatory, and high-quality process from evidence synthesis through to CPD drafting and finalization.

Responsibilities

• Supporting evidence synthesis and analysis to inform program prioritization.
• Facilitate strategic prioritization processes, including Strategic Moments of Reflection (SMRs).
• Support the development and articulation of the Theory of Change (ToC).
• Support development of the Results and Resource Framework (RRF) and explanatory note.
• Provide high-quality drafting, synthesis, and quality assurance support for the CPD package.
• Ensure alignment with UNICEF guidance and Rights and Results Programming (RRP) principles.

Requirements

• Masters degree in Economics, Social Science, Sociology, Development Studies or similar areas.
• At least 10 years of experience in leading strategic planning processes, including demonstrated experience in leading UNICEF planning processes (for example, CPD development).
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Strong facilitation and strategic writing skills.
• Familiarity with UNICEF CPP guidance and RRBM principles.
• Experience working in Egypt or similar contexts is an asset.
• Excellent active listening skills.
• Problem-solving and root cause identification skills.
• Strong analytic and decision-making abilities.
• Must be a team player and able to work with and through others.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken).
• Previous work experience at a senior level with UNICEF is strongly preferred; experience with another UN agency is an asset.
• Knowledge of Ai evidence synthesis and documentation application is an asset

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• UNICEF Planning Processes
• CPD Development
• Facilitation Skills
• Strategic Writing
• UNICEF CPP Guidance
• Result-Based Management
• Effective Listening
• Problem Solving
• Root Cause Analysis
• Analytical Skills
• Decision Making
• Evidence Synthesis
• Documentation Application
• Technical Coordination

Languages

English