Yoma Youth Ecosystem — 12 months, New York HQ

OpenDoorHub; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 70 000 - 105 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Attractive compensation and benefits

Resumo da oferta

UNICEF is seeking a Yoma Youth Ecosystem Consultant for a 12-month contract to guide the strategic direction of Yoma's innovation pilots and ecosystem-level strategies within Generation Unlimited.

The role focuses on developing pathways for skills, education, and youth employability, collaborating with partners across sectors, and delivering evidence-based recommendations to remove barriers and advance scalable solutions.

Qualificações

• Experience working with global partnerships and initiatives.
• Knowledge of education, skills development, and youth employability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to generate evidence-based recommendations.

Responsabilidades

• Guide the strategic direction of Yoma's innovation pilots and ecosystem-level strategies.
• Assess progress, identify barriers and opportunities, and generate evidence-based recommendations.
• Collaborate with partners such as SAP, Accenture, Standard Chartered, Capgemini, and Goodwall.
• Contribute to the development of the Yoma initiative within Generation Unlimited.

Conhecimentos

Global partnerships

Education & youth employability

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Yoma Youth Ecosystem Consultant role at UNICEF supports the development of skills and education for young people. This 12-month position is part of Generation Unlimited, a global partnership. The consultant will guide the strategic direction of Yoma's innovation pilots and ecosystem-level strate

The Yoma Youth Ecosystem Consultant position at UNICEF is a 12-month role that contributes to the development of the Yoma initiative, part of Generation Unlimited. This global multi-sector partnership aims to ensure every young person is in education, learning, training, or employment by 2030. With over 190 countries and territories involved, UNICEF works to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential.

Overview

The Yoma initiative empowers young people by providing pathways for skills development, social impact, and livelihoods, focusing on marginalized youth and creating a sustainable ecosystem for them to thrive.

• Supports country-level initiatives and drives global solutions to improve education, skills development, and youth employability
• Focuses on equity and innovation, integrating partners from across sectors
• Aims to create a dynamic ecosystem where youth can navigate structured opportunities, build skills, and connect to economic prospects
• Guides the strategic direction, assessment, and refinement of Yoma's innovation pilots and ecosystem-level strategies
• Collaborates with partners such as SAP, Accenture, Standard Chartered, Capgemini, and Goodwall
• Assesses progress, identifies barriers and opportunities, and generates evidence-based recommendations

The Consultant position is a contract role, ideal for individuals with experience in youth-centered design, innovation principles, and continuous feedback loops.

• Experience working with global partnerships and initiatives
• Knowledge of education, skills development, and youth employability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to generate evidence-based recommendations
• Opportunity to work with a global organization and contribute to a meaningful cause
• Collaboration with diverse partners from the public, private, and youth sectors
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Attractive compensation and benefits package

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the Yoma Youth Ecosystem Consultant position?

The position is a 12-month contract role.

What is the focus of the Yoma initiative?

The Yoma initiative focuses on providing pathways for skills development, social impact, and livelihoods for young people, with a focus on marginalized youth.

What kind of experience is required for the Consultant position?

The position requires experience in youth-centered design, innovation principles, and continuous feedback loops, as well as knowledge of education, skills development, and youth employability.

What are the benefits of working with UNICEF?

UNICEF offers professional and personal development opportunities, an attractive compensation and benefits package, and the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause.

How do I apply for the Yoma Youth Ecosystem Consultant position?

To apply, candidates should visit the UNICEF website and follow the application instructions for the position.

What is the goal of Generation Unlimited?

Generation Unlimited aims to ensure that every young person is in education, learning, training, or employment by 2030.