UNICEF seeks blockchain developers and consultants to improve child welfare worldwide

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is looking for software developers and consultants to help them with their work with blockchain.

A reference sheet published last week outlines in detail how the international aid organization is looking to use blockchain technology in line with their goals to improve child welfare around the world.

Specifically, future developers and consultants will be needed to contribute to “research, consultancy and the production of prototype applications for humanitarian purposes.”

UNICEF continues to highlight existing projects focused on identity and remittances — two areas the organization has said in the past represent key use cases.

“We want to grow our knowledge and our thinking, so we’re looking for someone to lead the thinking, research and create use cases for blockchain technology in the work of UNICEF,” Dana Zucker, a UNICEF representative, told CoinDesk.

The role will likely form part of the agency’s overall strategy for blockchain applications, including a commitment to funding startups through its innovation arm.