Does UNICEF pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, UNICEF employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at UNICEF. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at UNICEF?

71% of UNICEF employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated UNICEF 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at UNICEF?

Consultant (190) , Intern (81) , Fundraiser (43) , Internship (34) , Administrative Assistant (23) , Project Manager (20) , Specialist (20) , Communications Officer (18) , Communications Specialist (17) , Education Specialist (16) , Health Specialist (16) , Education Officer (15) , Officer (15) , Program Officer (15) , Senior Consultant (15)

What are the pros of working at UNICEF according to real employee reviews?

"Cause & Colleagues are great at unicef" ((in 99 reviews)); "Salary are good and often they allow you to work remotely" ((in 95 reviews)); "Good benefit and a conducive work environment" ((in 83 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 82 reviews)); "Great team to work with." ((in 66 reviews))

What are the cons of working at UNICEF according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and very bureaucratic" ((in 46 reviews)); "No job security in the long term" ((in 24 reviews)); "If you have a bad manager it will be difficult to progress." ((in 15 reviews)); "Too much bureaucracy and paper work." ((in 13 reviews)); "Limited growth opportunities" ((in 12 reviews))

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3.8

71% would recommend to a friend

(1,360 total reviews)

Catherine M. Russell

68% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Culture & values

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.3

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

UNICEF has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1,360 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The UNICEF employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the ONG y Organizaciones sin fines de lucro industry (3.7 stars).

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1K reviews

1.0

Apr 1, 2025

Disappointing

Child protection officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good location and office facilities. Good wage and per diems Great opportunity for creating your own network, contacts, and make them feel grateful to you personally.

Cons

Corrupt management Staff has political affiliations and use organization to serve pokitical interests No opportunity for learning or career promotion

5.0

Mar 26, 2025

Great place to work

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Enjoyed working there with a great team and opportunities to visit the field.

Cons

Depends on team one gets.

1.0

Mar 24, 2025

an Administratively sterile organization

Officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Make a real global impact on children's lives. Experience diverse cultures and work internationally.

Cons

Challenging and stressful environments. Bureaucracy and complex processes. Difficult work-life balance. Potential security risks. Funding uncertainties. Slow career progression. Emotional strain.

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