Consultant – Pilot Cash Plus Operational Manual for Children (Remote, 1 yr)

About the role

UNICEF is seeking a national consultant to provide technical support for the development of the Pilot Cash Plus Operational Manual, policy framework and public finance mechanisms for children in Cambodia. The assignment is home‑based with occasional travel to Phnom Penh and sub‑national locations over a one‑year period.

Key responsibilities

• Review and refine the draft pilot design and operational framework for the Social Assistance Family Package (SAFP) Cash Plus model.
• Update the operational manual, referral pathways, implementation procedures and related tools based on stakeholder feedback.
• Facilitate consultations with ministries, sub‑national administrations, service providers and development partners to ensure practical and coordinated pilot arrangements.
• Align the pilot design with Cambodia’s National Social Protection Policy Framework (2024–2035).

Required profile

• Master’s degree in social sciences, political science, economics or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years professional experience advising government institutions on policy formulation and social protection.
• Demonstrated experience working with multi‑stakeholder groups in a development context.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact social protection initiative for vulnerable households.
• Collaboration with UNICEF, national authorities and international development partners.
• Competitive consultancy remuneration and professional development within a global organization.