Partnerships Specialist (NO-3), FT, #112051, New Delhi - India, APR

Duty station: New Delhi

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For every child, the right to a Champion

How can you make a difference?

Purpose for the job:

The High Value Partnerships team in the Resource Mobilization and Partnership (RMP) section works with corporates, foundations, major donors, UNICEF global fundraising offices (National Committees or NatCom) and the public sector in India and globally to maximize resources, drive income growth and build relationships with high-value supporters. The post holder will work under the direct supervision of the Partnership Specialist, who leads the Foundation and NatCom coordination team, and will provide strategic support to accelerate revenue growth from global partners.

The role will contribute to a highly effective development and donor-services programme, collaborating closely with UNICEF India staff, Indian foundations, NatComs and their private-sector partners to advance UNICEF India’s mission.

This position spans the full range of development functions for global private-sector partners, including prospect research, cultivating new donors, stewarding existing donors and engaging professional advisers and other key connectors. It is also responsible for strengthening UNICEF’s donor base—positioning UNICEF NatComs as the premier “go-to” platform for philanthropy—and for maintaining and evolving a best-in-class development programme that adapts to changing market trends and conditions.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

1. Under overall guidance of Partnerships Manager and direct supervision of Partnerships Specialist, map and prioritize the greatest high value opportunities for UNICEF India, primarily (but not exclusively) based in NatCom countries and builds relationships with prominent partners to maximize influence, resources and knowledge that can advance UNICEF’s mission.
2. Undertake independent research to identify and profile leading donors and/or private prospects, developing cultivation strategies for identified prospects in conjunction with UNICEF’s global and regional fundraising offices (PFP and RSC).
3. Inspire and engage a group of elite donors, NatComs and leaders interested in promoting and supporting children’s rights.
4. Coordinate efforts to inform and engage donors including public sector donors, IFIs in India, through events, communication pieces and donor networking opportunities in India/NatComs.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  Job Description Partnerships Specialist, NO3, New Delhi, India.pdf

To qualify as a champion for every child you will have… 

Minimum requirements:

• Education: Master or equivalent (Advanced University Degree) in Marketing,International Development,Business Administration and any other related fields is required.
  A Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in a relevant area combined with 2 additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
• Work Experience: At least 5 years of relevant work experience in Fund Raising,Partnerships, Partnership development, fundraising, donor relations, resource mobilization, major gifts, corporate partnerships, foundation relations, public sector partnerships, international development, government relations and any other related fields is a requirement.
• Skills: Fundraising, Partnership Development, Resource Mobilization, Negotiation Skills, Networking Skills.
• Language : English - Proficient/Fluent is required.

 

Desirables:

1. 1. • Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language will be an asset.
      • Experience with managing global partnerships, high value partnerships, Excellent communication skills, Project management experience, Donor reporting, Humanitarian experience are considered assets.
      • Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts. 

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships
(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
(3) Drive to achieve results for impact
(4) Innovates and embraces change
(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity
(6) Thinks and acts strategically
(7) Works collaboratively with others

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments are conditional on the selected candidates willingness to comply with current or future vaccination requirements, should UNICEF mandate it for personnel. Failure to comply with such requirements, where applicable and without a duly approved medical exemption from the relevant UN authority, will result in the cancellation of the selection or may lead to other administrative measures, including separation from service.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.

Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.

Visa residence requirements: i.e. UNICEF shall not facilitate the issuance of a visa and working authorization for candidates under consideration for positions at the national officer and general service category.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

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