Partnerships Advisor

Job Posting Organization:
The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, established to oversee the delivery of projects across the continent, operates in over 40 countries with a focus on fragile and conflict-affected settings. The office is supported by more than 1,000 personnel across five multi-country offices in Africa, promoting national priorities through strategic initiatives in various sectors including Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, and Peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security. The organization aims to foster sustainable infrastructure and transparent resource management, contributing to improved quality of life for communities across Africa.

Job Overview:
The Partnerships Advisor will play a crucial role in developing strategic partnerships and coordinating donor relations to enhance UNOPS initiatives in Madagascar. This position requires high-level strategic support to refine national priorities, facilitate high-level dialogues, and identify partnership opportunities. The advisor will guide advocacy efforts with the Government of Madagascar and technical partners to optimize the organization's impact on sustainable development. The role involves collaboration with the leadership team to implement partnership strategies and support coordination activities with key stakeholders. The advisor will also provide situational analyses, stakeholder mapping, and technical support for program formulation, ensuring effective communication between the government, UNOPS, and other stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive partnership development strategy aligned with UNOPS's strategic plan and regional strategy.
• Analyze the national context and development landscape to identify key partners and strategic positioning for UNOPS.
• Advise the leadership team on partnership strategy implementation and project development planning.
• Research donor strategies and programming priorities to identify funding opportunities.
• Support the development and maintenance of strong relationships with key partners, including governments, UN agencies, donors, and NGOs.
• Facilitate high-level meetings and negotiations with government representatives and partners.
• Ensure that projects are developed with appropriate monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Guide partnership officers in stakeholder engagement and project formulation.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and capacity building within the team.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 9 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 7 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience working with or alongside the Government of Madagascar in program development and monitoring.
• Experience in international collaboration and partnership development is essential.
• Familiarity with multicultural environments and UN system organizations is desirable.
• Experience in project and program management is preferred.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline is required, with a preference for candidates holding a Master's degree. Relevant experience in partnership development and program management is essential, with a minimum of 7 to 9 years depending on the educational qualification.

Experience:
Candidates must have significant experience in partnership development, particularly within the context of Madagascar's government and development programs. Experience in multicultural environments and within UN organizations is highly desirable, along with a background in project management.

Languages:
Fluency in French and Malagasy is required, with English proficiency considered desirable. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in these languages to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified as a Senior Level role (ICS 11) under a retainer contract for a duration of one year. The role requires strategic planning and stakeholder engagement skills, with a focus on developing partnerships that align with UNOPS's mission. The organization emphasizes diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups. Candidates must complete mandatory training courses prior to commencing their role, and UNOPS conducts background checks for all final candidates.