GenU Senior Partnerships and Youth Livelihoods Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, is a United Nations agency that works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development to its staff. UNICEF is known for its passionate culture and attractive compensation and benefits package, making it a desirable workplace for individuals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and communities worldwide.

Job Overview:
The GenU Senior Partnerships and Youth Livelihoods Consultant will play a crucial role in operationalizing UNICEF's Youth Livelihoods Strategy across Asia. This consultancy is focused on connecting young people to employability skilling, employment, and entrepreneurship opportunities by 203

• The consultant will provide senior technical program, partnership, and resource mobilization support over a 4.5-month period, from September 15, 2026, to January 31, 202
• The consultant will be responsible for preparing various document-based products, including a strategy alignment note, country investment packages, partnership and financing products, and a final handover package that includes an Asia youth livelihoods roadmap for 202
• The role requires collaboration with country offices, regional colleagues, and various stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of the Youth Livelihoods Strategy, which aims to break intergenerational poverty and promote equity and inclusion for marginalized groups, particularly adolescent girls and young women.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be tasked with the following duties and responsibilities:

• Provide senior technical support to consolidate GenU's contribution to the Youth Livelihoods Strategy across priority countries in Asia.
• Prepare a strategy alignment note and pipeline tracker to guide the implementation of the strategy.
• Develop country investment packages that outline the necessary resources and partnerships for successful youth livelihoods initiatives.
• Create partnership and financing products that attract investment and support for youth programming.
• Design a strategic engagement and capacity support package to enhance collaboration among stakeholders.
• Compile a final handover package that includes an Asia youth livelihoods roadmap for 2027, ensuring continuity and sustainability of efforts.
• Engage with public, private, philanthropic, and youth partners to foster collaboration and resource mobilization.
• Produce high-quality written products under tight timelines, demonstrating strong writing and facilitation skills.
• Coordinate with various teams, including country offices, regional offices, and headquarters, to align efforts and share best practices.

Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• A Master’s degree in international development, business administration, public policy, international relations, law, social policy, education, economics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience in youth programming, youth livelihoods, adolescent and youth development, partnership development, resource mobilization, or related areas.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience with international organizations.
• Proven track record in building or leading multi-stakeholder youth platforms and large-scale youth livelihoods initiatives.
• Experience in developing investment propositions, partnership strategies, and donor proposals for youth-focused initiatives.
• Ability to translate strategy into practical country-level products, including governance models and partnership pipelines.
• Substantive experience in Asia, with familiarity in youth skills, employability, entrepreneurship, and gender inclusion.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to work across various sectors and partners.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as international development, business administration, public policy, international relations, law, social policy, education, or economics. This educational background is essential to ensure that the consultant has the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to effectively contribute to the Youth Livelihoods Strategy and engage with diverse stakeholders.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience. This experience should encompass youth programming, youth livelihoods, adolescent and youth development, partnership development, and resource mobilization. Candidates should have a strong background in senior leadership roles within international organizations, demonstrating their ability to manage complex projects and lead multi-stakeholder initiatives effectively.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory for this position. Additionally, working knowledge of other UN official languages is considered an asset, enhancing the consultant's ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and partners across different regions.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy is set for a duration of 4.5 months, starting from September 15, 2026, to January 31, 202

• This position is full-time and involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including public, private, and philanthropic partners. UNICEF promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, or background. The organization is committed to safeguarding the rights of children and has a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks to ensure adherence to UNICEF's standards and principles.