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UN jobs in Ecuador 🇪🇨
UN-system organisations recruit in Ecuador for country offices, regional hubs, field operations, and joint programmes. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open vacancy posted on a UN agency's career portal for Ecuador — including international and national professional staff roles, internships, and short-term consultancies. Each listing links back to the official agency application page.
- Open roles
- 5
- Organisations
- 2
- Last refreshed
- Jun 04, 2026
Latest open roles
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ONU MUJERES Asistencia técnica para la construcción de un esquema de registro y carnetización de mujeres cuidadoras del DMQ. Quito - Ecuador. Consultor/a Local
UN Women · 🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
ONU Mujeres seeks a local consultant to develop a registration and identification system for women caregivers in Quito's Metropolitan District (DMQ). The consultant will design a conceptual and methodological model for characterizing and registering these women, create a catalog of municipal services, and develop an initial digital platform for data collection and management. The work involves analyzing primary and secondary data, designing registration criteria and validation processes, creating a data management tool (e.g., KoboToolbox), and mapping existing services for caregivers. The consultant will work 75% time from their own workspace in Quito, with occasional on-site meetings, and must complete mandatory UN Women courses before the first payment. The role requires a fourth-level degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or Economics, or a third-level degree plus two years of experience, with at least two years of experience in administrative registration systems or data collection. The consultant must have fluency in Spanish and working knowledge of English, and should have experience with data collection tools and mixed methodologies.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 13, 2026 -
ONU MUJERES,Asistencia técnica para generar insumos analíticos sobre la situación de las mujeres indígenas, Quito, Ecuador. Consultoría Local.
UN Women · 🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
This local consultant role with UN Women in Quito, Ecuador, provides technical assistance to generate analytical inputs on the situation of indigenous women. The consultant will calculate at least 20 indicators across education, health, labor market, violence, living conditions, and poverty using the 2022 Census and administrative records. Responsibilities include developing territorial tabulations at national, provincial, and cantonal levels, building an advanced Excel compilation file with menus and indexes, and producing intermediate tabulation inputs for a future territorial atlas and visualizer. The role operates under the supervision of the Program Analyst on Elimination of Violence against Women, requiring close coordination with UN Women staff and adherence to institutional standards. The ideal candidate holds a fourth-level degree in social sciences, economics, data analysis, or gender equality (or a third-level degree plus additional experience), with at least one year of professional experience in data analysis related to gender equality or human rights. Strong proficiency in advanced Excel and database management is essential. The position requires fluent Spanish, sensitivity to gender and intercultural issues, and a 75% dedication schedule from a home office with occasional in-person meetings in Quito. Deliverables are due within 30 and 60 days, with payments tied to mandatory training completion.
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Humanitarian Affairs Officer (NOB), Temporary Appointment, Quito, Ecuador #593233
UNICEF · 🇪🇨 Ecuador
The Humanitarian Affairs Officer supports UNICEF's coordinated crisis response in Ecuador, aligning with international standards. During emergencies, the role involves rapid response and coordination with the UN Resident Coordinator. In non-emergency periods, responsibilities include advocacy campaigns, early warning systems, donor engagement, risk monitoring, information analysis, disaster preparedness, and readiness for swift response. The position requires strong analytical and coordination skills to support humanitarian operations in a complex environment.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 06, 2026 -
Asistencia técnica para el diagnóstico integral, y la formulación de propuestas de mejora y/o actualización de los Clasificadores Orientadores de Gasto en Políticas de Igualdad, 7 meses, Quito, Ecuador (Remoto)
UNICEF · 🇪🇨 Ecuador
UNICEF is seeking technical assistance for a 7-month diagnostic and improvement study of the Gender Equality, Disability, Interculturalism, and Life Cycle Spending Classifiers in Ecuador. These classifiers are essential for identifying public expenditure aligned with equality policies and monitoring progress toward rights-based goals. The consultant will conduct an in-depth analysis of the current use, consistency, and alignment of these classifiers with international standards. Based on findings, the consultant will propose improvements, develop technical tools, and design a training plan to enhance the effective use of these classifiers in budget planning and execution. The role requires expertise in public expenditure analysis, equality policy frameworks, and technical documentation. The position is remote, located in Quito, Ecuador.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 18, 2026 -
Communication Officer (Media Visibility & Advocacy), NO-1, FT, #00086034, Quito – Ecuador
UNICEF · 🇪🇨 Ecuador
The Communication Officer (Media Visibility & Advocacy) will support UNICEF Ecuador's strategic advocacy efforts by managing media engagement, public positioning, and communication campaigns that promote children's rights and influence national policy discussions. The role involves developing and implementing communication strategies, managing media relations, and coordinating advocacy initiatives to enhance visibility of UNICEF's work. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic professional with experience in media engagement, advocacy communication, and strategic messaging. The position requires strong communication skills, creativity, and the ability to work in a multicultural environment to advance children's rights and well-being.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 19, 2026
Top organisations
- UNICEF 3
- UN Women 2
Top countries
- Ecuador 5
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of UN jobs are available in Ecuador?
Roles range from international professional staff to national officers, general service staff, internships, and UN Volunteer or consultancy assignments — depending on the specific agency's presence and current recruitment cycle.
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