Vacancy title:
Consultant

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Education, Social Services & Nonprofit, Civil & Government]

Jobs at:
UNICEF

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, May 6 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 27 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

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UNICEF is currently inviting applications for a Consultant position based in Lusaka, Zambia. This role is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking consultant jobs in Lusaka who have a strong background in education, particularly in literacy and numeracy development. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Ministry of Education by revising and aligning literacy and numeracy frameworks with the 2023 Competency Based Curriculum to improve learner outcomes.

Role Overview for Consultant Jobs in Lusaka

As an Individual Consultant, you will be responsible for reviewing existing literacy and numeracy frameworks, leading consultations with key stakeholders, and developing updated educational documents that align with the latest curriculum standards. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing the quality and effectiveness of education in Zambia.

Position Details:

• Location: Lusaka, Zambia
• Job Type: Full Time
• Employer: UNICEF, on behalf of the Ministry of Education

Key Qualifications and Experience

Candidates applying for this consultant role should demonstrate a strong educational background and relevant experience in the sector:

• Advanced degree in Education or a related field
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Familiarity with the Zambian education system is advantageous
• At least eight years of experience in the education sector, with a focus on literacy and numeracy
• Minimum five years of experience collaborating with Ministries of Education, preferably within African contexts
• Proven expertise in developing or reviewing educational policies, guidelines, or frameworks
• Experience facilitating stakeholder consultations and validation processes

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure

Interested applicants should submit the following documents through the UNICEF online recruitment portal:

• An up-to-date TMS profile
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
• A separate financial proposal
• A technical proposal including your methodological approach, timetable, and samples of relevant previous work

Please apply directly via the official UNICEF recruitment site:

Application Link:Click Here to Apply Now

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