Chief Field Office – Mahajanga, Madagascar

About the role

The Chief Field Office (CFO) leads UNICEF’s presence in Mahajanga, overseeing all programme and operational activities within the assigned Area of Responsibility. Reporting to the Chief Field Operations, the CFO ensures that UNICEF’s mission to promote children’s rights is delivered with quality, efficiency, and equity.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate UNICEF staff, assets, and partnerships in the field office.
• Lead programme development, implementation, and monitoring across all sectors.
• Ensure optimal use of programme funds and compliance with UNICEF financial guidelines.
• Oversee knowledge management, data collection, and reporting for programme results.
• Represent UNICEF in the area, liaising with government, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
• Apply UNICEF’s humanitarian policy and Core Commitments for Children in crisis contexts.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in international development or humanitarian programmes.
• Strong track record of managing multi‑disciplinary teams and large‑scale budgets.
• Ability to work in fragile or humanitarian settings and navigate complex stakeholder environments.

Required skills