Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) Consultant

UNICEF; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UNICEF Philippines seeks a WASH Technical Consultant for Menstrual Hygiene Management to lead high‑quality execution of the WASH‑MHM program and drive the Oky Menstrual Period Tracking App rollout in the Philippines. You will provide technical support, marketing input, and system strengthening to reach adolescents effectively and sustain impact.

Featuring collaboration with CSO and government partners, this role requires strong coordination, project management, and communication skills, with a

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a central role implementing digital applications for MHM, CSE, or ARH.
• At least 5 years in coordination, project management, communication, marketing and outreach.
• Experience with government agencies or civil society organizations is advantageous.
• Strong English writing and communication skills; ability to engage with youth.

Responsibilities

• Promote Menstrual Hygiene Management and institutionalize the Oky app in the Philippines.
• Provide technical assistance for Oky Philippines and other WASH-MHM tasks.
• Deliver marketing and user acquisition support to broaden adolescent reach.
• Coordinate with CSO and government partners to ensure effective delivery and adoption.

Skills

Technical writing

English communication

Networking

Strategic thinking

Advocacy

Negotiation

Youth engagement

Project management

Marketing and outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree (Public Health, Communications, Marketing, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Gender Studies or related)

Job description

Organizational context: UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. We are committed, passionate, and proud of our work, viewing the promotion of every children's rights not just as a job, but as a calling.

Job purpose: The WASH Technical Consultant for Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) will be responsible for the successful and high-quality execution of the WASH-MHM program, specifically focusing on promoting Menstrual Hygiene Management and integrating the Oky Menstrual Period Tracking App within the Philippines. This role is crucial for expanding the reach of MHM initiatives to adolescents, leveraging the TUSIP program and the emerging climate-environment agenda. The consultant will provide essential technical assistance for the Oky project's implementation, including marketing, user acquisition, and strengthening systems. This support is vital to maximize the opportunity to reach more adolescents and ensure the effective institutionalization of MHM practices and the Oky app.

Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the WASH Officer, the consultant will be accountable for the timely and quality implementation of the WASH-MHM program, aligning with CER Output 5.2. Key responsibilities include promoting Menstrual Hygiene Management and facilitating the institutionalization of the Oky Menstrual Period Tracking App in the Philippines. The consultant will provide technical assistance for the Oky Philippines project and other WASH-MHM tasks and activities. This involves delivering technical support to CSO and government implementing partners to ensure effective program delivery and adoption of the Oky app. The role requires active engagement in marketing and user acquisition strategies to expand the app's reach among adolescents. Additionally, the consultant will contribute to systems strengthening efforts related to MHM and the Oky platform, ensuring its sustainability and impact. Experience in coordination, project management, communication, marketing, and outreach will be essential for successfully managing these diverse responsibilities.

Education: A Bachelor's Degree is required in Public Health, Communications/Development Communication, Marketing, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Gender Studies, or a related field relevant to UNICEF's Gender and Innovation/Oky/digital communication, Sexuality and Reproductive Health.

Work experience: A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a central role implementing digital applications for menstrual hygiene management (MHM), comprehensive sexuality education (CSE), or adolescent reproductive health (ARH) is required. Additionally, at least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in coordination, project management, communication, marketing, and outreach is necessary, with experience in digital development/technology being an advantage.

Skills: Excellent technical documentation and writing skills in English, Proven communication skills, Networking abilities, Strategic thinking, Advocacy skills, Negotiation skills, Ability to relate innovation to young people, Experience working with government agencies, Experience working with civil society organizations, Experience with youth groups, Project management, Marketing and outreach

Required languages: English

Desired languages: Tagalog