UNOPS LICA5

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is UNHCR Korea, which is part of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. UNHCR's mission is to safeguard the rights and well-being of refugees, forcibly displaced communities, and stateless people. Established in 1950, UNHCR operates in over 130 countries and has a workforce of more than 18,000 employees. The organization aims to ensure that everyone has the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another state, and to return home voluntarily. UNHCR Korea specifically focuses on increasing financial support from the Private Partnerships & Philanthropy (PPH) sector, which includes corporate partnerships, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals.

Job Overview:
The position of UNOPS LICA5 is designed to assist the Senior PSP Officer in developing and implementing fundraising strategies aimed at high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and major donors. The role is crucial in mobilizing financial support for UNHCR's initiatives in Korea. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating tailored fundraising proposals, maintaining relationships with existing donors, and enhancing the donor journey through effective stewardship programs. This position requires collaboration with various teams, including the Individual Giving team, and involves conducting research on potential major donors to ensure effective engagement and support. The role also includes drafting communication materials such as appeals, presentations, and reports to keep donors informed and engaged.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the UNOPS LICA5 position include:

• Assisting in the development of fundraising proposals tailored to identified HNWIs and major donors, in alignment with the Private Partnerships & Philanthropy strategies.
• Maintaining and strengthening partnerships with existing HNWIs and major donors by providing daily stewardship services, including updates and reports.
• Enhancing the donor journey in collaboration with the Individual Giving team.
• Liaising with global and regional PPH staff and field colleagues to provide necessary information to HNWIs and major donors.
• Conducting preliminary due diligence screening research on potential major donors and processing due diligence clearance with the global PPH team.
• Monitoring market trends related to PSP activities, particularly in the HNWI and major donor sector.
• Drafting communication materials such as appeals, presentations, proposals, and reports for HNWIs and major donors, ensuring timely delivery after supervisor clearance.
• Processing administrative actions required for major donor program management, including donation receipt issuance, income recording, and organizing meetings and events.
• Performing any other related duties as required by the Senior PSP Officer.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the UNOPS LICA5 position include:

• A high school diploma or a university degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Sociology, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience with a high school diploma, or 1 year of relevant work experience with a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Strong ability to produce high-quality written materials tailored to specific audiences.
• Excellent skills in preparing pitches, presentations, proposals, reports, and other fundraising materials targeting HNWIs and major donors.
• Proven skills in writing, translation, communication, and presentation.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes the completion of a high school diploma or a university degree in relevant fields such as Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Sociology, or other related disciplines. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of fundraising and donor engagement.

Experience:
The level of experience needed for the UNOPS LICA5 position includes a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience if the candidate holds a high school diploma, or at least 1 year of relevant work experience if the candidate has a bachelor's degree or higher. This experience should ideally be in professional fundraising, marketing, or a related field, demonstrating the candidate's ability to engage effectively with high-net-worth individuals and major donors.

Languages:
The mandatory languages for this position are Korean and English, with excellent written and spoken skills required in both languages. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication with donors and stakeholders. Additional languages may be considered beneficial but are not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
This position does not require a functional clearance and is not remote. It is a full-time role based in Seoul, South Korea. The position is classified under the UNOPS LICA5 level, which indicates a specific seniority level within the organization. The target start date for this position is May 25, 2026, and the deadline for applications is April 12, 202

• The role is part of a family-type staff member or affiliate type within the UNOPS framework.