
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
NGO / International OrganizationUnited States1,000 - 5,000+Founded 1946
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About United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Overview
UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund, is a globally renowned organization established in 1946 to provide emergency relief to children after World War II and has since evolved into the leading UN agency dedicated to promoting the rights and well-being of every child, everywhere. With a mission to advocate for the protection of children’s rights, help meet their basic needs, and expand their opportunities to reach their full potential, UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, making it one of the most far-reaching humanitarian and development organizations in the world.
Recognized for its integrity, impact, and unwavering commitment to children, UNICEF partners with governments, NGOs, and communities to deliver programs in health, education, nutrition, water and sanitation, child protection, and emergency response. It fosters an inclusive and empowering work culture that values innovation, diversity, collaboration, and accountability, offering staff meaningful careers with flexible arrangements and opportunities to make a real difference in children's lives.
UNICEF’s business model integrates cutting-edge research, advocacy, and strategic partnerships to develop scalable, sustainable solutions tailored to local needs. Anchored in core values of care, respect, integrity, trust, and accountability, the organization also prioritizes corporate social responsibility through initiatives that address child rights, climate resilience, and equity. For more information, visit www.unicef.org.
Mission
UNICEF’s mission is to advocate for the protection of children’s rights, to help meet their basic needs, and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. It is guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child and strives to establish children’s rights as principles and standards of behaviour worldwide. UNICEF mobilises political will and material resources to help countries prioritise and build capacity for policies and services that benefit children and families, with special emphasis on the most disadvantaged.
Values
Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability
Locations
Kampala, Uganda
Current Openings
No active job openings at the moment
