UNICEF Learning Support Associate Job 2026 in Pakistan: PKR 106,569 Monthly Allowance

Overview

The UNICEF Learning Support Associate 2026 opportunity is a national UN Volunteer assignment based in Islamabad, Pakistan, running for an initial duration of 12 months with a possibility of extension. The role is part of UNICEF Pakistan’s education programme, collaborating with government institutions and development partners to enhance access to inclusive and quality education. The volunteer assists with initiatives focusing on foundational learning, early childhood education, and accelerated learning programmes for out-of-school children, while supporting programme coordination, research, documentation, reporting, and knowledge management across federal and provincial education departments.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to applicants aged 18 to 80 who are Pakistani nationals, legal residents of Pakistan, or individuals holding refugee status in the country. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in fields such as education, education policy, curriculum studies, educational planning and management, social sciences, sociology, development studies, international relations, public policy, public administration, economics, or international development. A minimum of one month of relevant experience in areas such as programme coordination, stakeholder engagement, education planning, monitoring, research, reporting, or data management is required, with prior experience in the education sector or with international organizations considered an asset. Candidates must also have working knowledge of English and native-level Urdu, along with strong writing, reporting, organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills.

What you get

Selected volunteers receive a monthly Volunteer Living Allowance of PKR 106,569 to cover housing, utilities, and normal living expenses. Additional benefits include life insurance, health insurance covering up to three dependants, permanent disability insurance, final repatriation where applicable, and a resettlement allowance following satisfactory service under the assignment conditions.

How to apply

Interested individuals must submit their applications through the official United Nations Volunteers recruitment platform by finding the Learning Support Associate assignment in Pakistan. Applicants should verify their qualifications against the stated requirements, review the complete vacancy announcement, and complete their submission before the deadline.

Key dates

The application deadline is 30 October 2026 at 02:00, and the expected start date for the assignment is 2 November 2026.