HQ Function

Serves as the global command center for UNICEF, driving strategic direction, policy formulation, global advocacy, program coordination, and resource mobilization to uphold the rights of every child worldwide.

Notable Features:

Part of the United Nations complex area in New York City, facilitating close collaboration with other UN agencies and member states. The building is a functional hub designed to support global operations.

Work Culture:

A highly diverse, multicultural, and mission-driven environment. Staff are deeply committed to child rights and humanitarian principles. Emphasis on collaboration, expertise, and delivering impact for children globally.

HQ Significance:

Its location in New York City underscores its role as a key player in international diplomacy and development. The HQ is critical for orchestrating UNICEF's vast network of country and regional offices, ensuring a unified and effective response to children's needs globally.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' operations embody UNICEF's core values: care, respect, integrity, trust, accountability, and sustainability, guiding its global mission for children.

Location:

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories through country offices, regional offices, and National Committees. Its global functions include child health and nutrition programs, ensuring access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), promoting quality education and learning opportunities, protecting children from violence, exploitation, and abuse, advocating for social inclusion and child-friendly policies, and leading emergency response efforts for children in crises.

Street Address:

UNICEF House, 3 United Nations Plaza

City:

New York

State/Province:

NY

Country:

USA