Consultant(e) national(e) – Appui à la coordination opérationnelle et logistique de la Journée mondiale des Droits de l’Enfant / 80 ans de l’UNICEF - 4 mois - Bénin - Bénin
Quick answer
UNICEF is hiring a national Consultant for a 4-month contract in Benin to support the operational coordination and logistics of the World Children's Rights Day 2026 and UNICEF's 80th anniversary celebration, with a focus on event planning, coordination, and child participation.
- Role
- Consultant(e) national(e) – Appui à la coordination opérationnelle et logistique de la Journée mondiale des Droits de l’Enfant / 80 ans de l’UNICEF - 4 mois - Bénin - Bénin
- Organization
- UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund
- Location
- Bénin
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The consultancy aims to provide temporary support for the operational coordination and logistics of the World Children's Rights Day 2026 and UNICEF's 80th anniversary celebration in Benin. The consultant will work closely with UNICEF and relevant partners to prepare and coordinate various activities, ensuring a smooth execution and reporting post-event.
What you'll do
- Elaborate and maintain a consolidated schedule of activities until December 15, 2026, integrating sites, sequences, critical needs, interdependencies, responsibilities, and deadlines.
- Coordinate the flow of information and follow-up actions with focal points, cultural and institutional partners, relevant ministries, intervenors, artists, moderators, documentation teams, and designated providers.
- Prepare coordination tools: responsibility matrices, tracking tables, meeting minutes, risk registers, checklists, detailed programs, and operational 'Day J' sheets.
- Support the logistical preparation of validated activities: spaces, installations, furniture, stage, sound, audiovisual, lighting, connectivity, signage, visibility elements, exhibitions, catering, water, badges, reception, security, first aid, transport, and accessibility.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in project management, event management, communication, or related field
- At least five years of relevant experience in event coordination and logistics
- Proven experience in multi-stakeholder event organization
- Ability to work under tight deadlines with multiple activities
- Experience in child participation and child protection
- Excellent planning and problem-solving skills
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Bénin.
Is the job remote?
The job is not specified as remote, but it may involve on-site work.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor's degree in project management, event management, communication, or related field, at least five years of relevant experience, and excellent planning and problem-solving skills.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by September 24, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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