Regulatory Framework, Policy and Procedure Development Consultant
Pubblicato il 28-10-2026 - UN Atlas in Genova
Work arrangement
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Remote / Home-based
Organizational Context
UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. We are committed, passionate, and proud of our work, viewing the promotion of every child's rights not just as a job, but as a calling.
Job Purpose
The Office of Strategy and Evidence (OSE) at UNICEF requires a consultant to develop or revise approximately 5-10 organizational regulatory instruments over a 12-month period. These instruments will be assigned progressively based on emerging priorities and readiness for review. The consultancy aims to provide specialist expertise in drafting, ensuring regulatory coherence, quality assurance, and navigating governance processes. The consultant will be responsible for producing defined, verifiable document packages that meet UNICEF's strategic and operational needs, contributing to the effective implementation of policies and procedures across the organization.
Responsibilities
The consultant will be responsible for drafting and revising various organizational regulatory instruments, including policies, procedures, and other governance documents, as assigned by the Office of Strategy and Evidence (OSE).
This involves conducting thorough regulatory coherence analysis to ensure consistency and alignment with UNICEF's strategic objectives and legal frameworks. The consultant will also provide expertise in policy architecture, designing robust and effective policy structures. A key responsibility will be managing stakeholder consultations, effectively resolving comments and feedback to ensure broad acceptance and buy-in. Furthermore, the consultant will oversee document control and traceability, maintaining clear records of all revisions and approvals. Preparation of essential supporting documentation, such as decision papers, impact assessments, and approval documentation, will also be required. The ability to manage complex multi-document deliverables and ensure timely completion within the consultancy period is crucial for success in this role.
Work Experience
A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in developing or revising institutional policies, procedures, or regulatory instruments is necessary. Demonstrated experience supporting formal consultation and governance review processes is also required.
Skills
Regulatory drafting and editing, Regulatory coherence analysis, Policy architecture, Stakeholder comment resolution, Document control and traceability, Preparation of decision papers, Impact assessments, Approval documentation preparation, Management of complex multi-document deliverables, Experience with UNICEF/UN regulatory frameworks (desirable)
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