Job Opportunity – UNICEF Lao PDR
UNICEF Lao PDR is looking for an International Consultant to support Advancing Disability-Inclusive Social Protection Policy Engagement and Learning.
Position: International Consultant
Duty Station: Home-based (with coordination from Vientiane)
Contract Type: Consultancy
Duration: 4 months
Level: Consultancy
Application Deadline: 29 July 2025
Job Number: 582407
Background
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to protect children’s rights and support their development. In Lao PDR, UNICEF has over 50 years of experience working with the government and partners to promote the rights of children and women.
Role Purpose
The consultant will support knowledge synthesis, policy engagement, and regional learning to strengthen Lao PDR’s approach to disability-inclusive social protection.
Key Responsibilities
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Knowledge Collection and Policy Development
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Review lessons from the Okard Program, Child Grant, and other initiatives
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Assess quality, gaps, and scalability of current disability-inclusive programs
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Develop evidence-based policy recommendations
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Stakeholder Engagement and Workshop Facilitation
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Coordinate planning sessions with government and partners
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Organize and document a national workshop on disability identification systems
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Regional Case Study
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Study disability management systems in Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Lao PDR
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Highlight best practices and policy options for Laos
Qualifications
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Master’s degree in public policy, disability studies, social protection, economics, or related fields
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Minimum 7 years of experience in disability inclusion and policy research
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Strong understanding of Disability Management Information Systems (DMIS)
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Fluency in English with excellent writing skills
Application Requirements
Submit the following documents via the link below
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Cover letter
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CV
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Financial proposal (all-inclusive lump sum including insurance, travel, and accommodation)
Apply here:
https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/582407
More about UNICEF Laos:
https://www.unicef.org/laos
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