Robert Jenkins, Chief, Education and
Associate Director, Programme Division,
UNICEF Headquarters, joined UNICEF in 1995.
He brings over 20 years of experience in
international development and humanitarian
programming in Africa, Asia and the
Middle East.

Prior to his current appointment, Mr. Jenkins
served as the UNICEF Representative,Jordan,
from 2014-2019, and Deputy Director, Division
of Policy and Strategy in UNICEF Headquarters from 2009-2014.

From 1995-2009, Robert Jenkins served with UNICEF in
programme and management positions in Uganda (1995-1997),
Bangladesh (1997-2000), Myanmar (2000-2003),India (2003-2006)
and Mozambique (2006-2009).

Mr. Jenkins earned a Doctor of Education Degree from the
University of Bath and a Master’s Degree from the London
School of Economics in the United Kingdom. Mr. Jenkins is
married and has a daughter and a son. He is a Canadian citizen.