UNICEFNO-2Fixed TermUNICEF

Child Protection Officer (NO-2), FT, #00082717, San Jose – Costa Rica

Location
San Jose, Costa Rica
Deadline
June 24, 2026
Organization
UN Children's Fund
Posted
June 9, 2026
AMERICASChild Protection

Job Description

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.

For every child, the right to protection

UNICEF has been working in Costa Rica since 1950 to overcome the barriers and exclusions affecting children and adolescents, especially those belonging to vulnerable communities and minorities. We achieve this through collaboration with the government, the private sector, civil society organizations, and the active participation of children and adolescents.

Read more about us at this link: UNICEF | Costa Rica

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