Equity, Disability, Gender & Inclusion Education Consultant (Remote)

About the role

The consultant will support UNICEF’s Global Programme Division in advancing equity, disability, gender and inclusion within education systems worldwide. Working remotely, the role focuses on creating practical knowledge products and a Disability‑Inclusive Education Hub to help country offices, ministries and partners implement inclusive, equitable education reforms.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical and coordination support for the global Equity, Disability, Gender and Inclusion agenda in education.
• Develop and curate evidence‑based knowledge products, guidance tools and learning resources.
• Design and launch the Disability‑Inclusive Education Hub – an accessible, dynamic platform for sharing evidence, best practices and tools.
• Support UNICEF country offices and ministries of education in translating inclusion commitments into system‑level reforms and planning processes.
• Contribute to advocacy, evidence generation and cross‑sectoral coordination to promote inclusive and gender‑responsive education.

Required profile

• Proven experience in inclusive education, disability, gender or equity within international development or education sectors.
• Strong background in producing technical guidance, policy briefs or knowledge management products.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills for working with diverse stakeholders, including governments and NGOs.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and deliver results within a 10‑month fixed‑term assignment.

Required skills