UNICEF is recruiting a National Consultant – Financial System Strengthening (FSS) Associate Consultant to support its health programme in Sokoto State, Nigeria. The successful candidate will work with the relevant financial management and health programme teams to strengthen financial management systems under the European Union-funded Strengthening Access to Reproductive and Adolescent Health (SARAH) grant.
This consultancy offers an opportunity for an experienced financial management professional to contribute to improved accountability, financial controls and programme implementation within the state’s primary healthcare system.
Job Details
- Job Title: National Consultant – Financial System Strengthening (FSS) Associate Consultant
- Organisation: UNICEF
- Location: Sokoto State, Nigeria
- Job Number: 596366
- Contract Type: Consultancy
- Duration: 12 months
- Work Arrangement: Office-based
- Category: Programme Management
- Application Deadline: 22 October 2026
Responsibilities
The FSS Associate Consultant will work closely with the IPM Specialist, financial management team and health programme team to support the Sokoto State Primary Healthcare Development Agency and the Sokoto State Ministry of Health.
The primary objective is to strengthen financial management systems under the EU-funded SARAH grant. Specific duties and deliverables are detailed in the official Terms of Reference.
Requirements
Education
- A university degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Audit or another relevant field.
- A master’s degree or professional accounting qualification, such as CPA, ICAN or ACCA, is an advantage.
Work Experience
- At least five years of progressive experience in financial management, accounting, financial controls and partnership management.
- Demonstrated experience supporting donor-funded health programmes, preferably those funded by the European Union or similar donors.
- Experience working with government institutions and sub-national entities, particularly State Primary Health Care Development Agencies, is an advantage.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, financial reporting and internal controls.
- Expertise in donor compliance, grant management and public financial management systems.
- Strong analytical, capacity-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Excellent report-writing and presentation skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at national and state levels.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
Knowledge of Nigeria’s health financing and primary healthcare systems is desirable.
Required Application Documents
Qualified candidates should submit the following documents through UNICEF’s online recruitment portal, Talent Management System (TMS):
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV).
- A cover letter.
- A separate financial proposal prepared strictly using UNICEF’s linked template.
Applicants should review the official Terms of Reference for the full scope of work, deliverables and other consultancy requirements.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official UNICEF recruitment portal. Ensure that all required documents are completed and submitted before the deadline.
Application Link: Apply for the UNICEF FSS Associate Consultant Job
Terms of Reference: Download the FSS Consultancy Terms of Reference
Financial Proposal Template: Download the Required Financial Proposal Template
Application Closing Date: 22 October 2026.
UNICEF does not charge applicants any fees at any stage of its recruitment process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.