Senior International Consultant: Structuring the SNU's Programmatic Offer in the Mining Sector

About the role

UNICEF is recruiting a high-level international consultant to support the National Social Fund (SNU) and the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo in building a technical, strategic and operational programmatic offer for the mining sector. The work is aligned with national priorities, regional and international dynamics, and aims to turn the sector into an inclusive, sustainable and value-generating model. The assignment lasts 2 months, is based in Kinshasa and combines remote work with travel.

Required profile

• Master's or PhD in economics, public policy, mining engineering, natural resources law, international development or a related field.
• International experience in mining, natural resources or industrial value chains, and strategic advice to African governments or international organisations in the extractive sector.
• Excellent spoken and written French and English (mandatory).
• Field experience in sub-Saharan Africa, ideally DRC or the Great Lakes region, and in fragile contexts.
• Knowledge of critical minerals initiatives (CETM, OECD, Global Gateway, Lobito Corridor, ZLECAF, Africa Mining Vision).
• Experience collaborating with the UN system, multilateral financial institutions or governance bodies such as the OECD, EITI and IRMA.
• Established network among international mining companies and institutional investors.
• Understanding of gender and human rights approaches in the extractive sector (LNOB, VSBG, child labour in artisanal mining).

Required skills

• Analytical, synthesis and writing skills in French and English.
• Ability to work in complex multi-stakeholder environments (governments, UN agencies, private sector, civil society).
• Facilitation, strategic dialogue and negotiation.
• Punctuality and ability to manage several deliverables at once.
• Political and cultural sensitivity in fragile settings.

Candidates apply through the UNICEF online recruitment portal with an up-to-date profile, CV, cover letter and a financial proposal using the provided template. No processing fee is charged.