UNOPS LICA5

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is UNHCR Korea, which is part of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. UNHCR is dedicated to protecting the rights and well-being of refugees and displaced persons. Established in 1950, the organization operates in over 130 countries, providing assistance and support to millions of people worldwide. UNHCR's mission is to ensure that everyone has the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another country, and to return home voluntarily, integrate locally, or resettle in a third country. The organization works with governments, NGOs, and other partners to provide humanitarian assistance and advocate for the rights of refugees and displaced persons.

Job Overview:
The UNOPS LICA5 position is focused on enhancing financial support from the Private Partnerships & Philanthropy (PPH) sector in South Korea. The role involves assisting the Senior PSP Officer in developing fundraising strategies and mobilizing funds from corporate partners, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and strengthening relationships with existing donors, ensuring they receive adequate support and communication. This position requires a proactive approach to fundraising, including the development of proposals, monitoring market trends, and drafting reports for donors. The candidate will also be expected to liaise with global and regional PPH staff to provide timely information and support to donors, ensuring a positive donor journey in line with global strategies and policies.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the UNOPS LICA5 position include: assisting in the development of fundraising proposals for identified PPH donors; maintaining and strengthening partnerships with existing donors through daily support services; enhancing the donor journey in accordance with global strategies; conducting preliminary due diligence screening of potential donors; monitoring market trends related to PSP activities; drafting regular and annual reports for PPH donors; processing donation receipts and income recording; attending local meetings, events, and conferences related to PPH activities; assisting in organizing briefings and events for UNHCR; and performing any other related duties as required by the Senior PSP Officer.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for this position include a completion of a university degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sociology, or a related discipline. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience if they hold a high school diploma, or at least 1 year of experience if they have a bachelor's degree or higher. Key competencies include the ability to produce high-quality written materials tailored to specific audiences, excellent skills in preparing pitches, presentations, proposals, and reports, and proven skills in writing, translation, communication, and presentation. Experience in professional fundraising and/or marketing is also essential.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have completed a university degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Marketing, Sociology, or a related discipline. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of fundraising and donor management.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience for candidates with a high school diploma or at least 1 year of experience for those with a bachelor's degree or higher. This experience should ideally be in fundraising, marketing, or a related field, demonstrating the candidate's ability to engage with donors and manage fundraising initiatives effectively.

Languages:
The mandatory languages for this position are Korean and English. Candidates must possess excellent written and spoken skills in both languages, particularly in the context of producing fundraising materials. Proficiency in additional languages is considered a desirable asset but is not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified under the UNOPS LICA5 category and is not remote. The role is full-time and is based in Seoul, South Korea. The target start date for this position is July 1, 202

• The position does not require a functional clearance and is categorized under a hardship level A, indicating a low level of hardship for staff members.