United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) are hiring People & Culture Associate
United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children.
- To save their lives.
- To defend their rights.
- To help them fulfill their potential.
Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
Purpose for the job:
- Under the close supervision and guidance of the People and Culture Specialist, the People and Culture Associate provides administrative, procedural and operational support and assistance to the efficient implementation of a broad range of Human Resources functions for all categories of staff in his/her office, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF HR rules and regulations.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
- Support to business partnering
- Support in processing of entitlements and benefits of local staff
- Support in recruitment and placement
- Support in organization design and job classification
- Support in learning and capacity development
- General office support
How can you make a difference?
UNICEF, the United Nations agency for children, works to protect the rights of every child, especially the most disadvantaged and those hardest to reach.
- Across more than 190 countries and territories, we do whatever it takes to help children survive, thrive and fulfil their potential.
- We provide and advocate for education, health and nutrition services.
- Protect children from violence and abuse.
- Bring clean water and sanitation to those in need.
- And keep them safe from climate change and disease.
- The world’s largest provider of vaccines, UNICEF also runs the world’s largest humanitarian warehouse.
- Before, during and after emergencies, we’re on the ground with life-saving help and hope.
- To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have.
Minimum requirements:
- Education: Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization.
- Work Experience: A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical work experience required.
- Skills: Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in HR principles, HR systems, computer literacy, data extraction, operational problem-solving, and priority management.
Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.
Desirables:
- Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
- Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.
Deadline: 22 Oct 2026
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: People & Culture Associate, G-6
Location: Abuja FCT
How to Apply
Interested applicant can apply via this link

