Hub Management and Investment Portfolio Specialist

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the lead UN agency focused on sexual and reproductive health and rights. Established in 1969, UNFPA operates in over 150 countries and has a mission to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The organization emphasizes the importance of gender equality and women's empowerment, aiming to end preventable maternal deaths, unmet family planning needs, and gender-based violence. UNFPA is committed to leveraging innovation and partnerships to achieve transformative results by 2030, particularly through initiatives like the WomenX Collective, which focuses on advancing women's health solutions in low- and middle-income countries.

Job Overview:
The Hub Management and Investment Portfolio Specialist for the WomenX Collective in Nairobi will play a crucial role in overseeing the operations of the WomenX Collective Hub. This position involves coordinating with other hubs, supporting resource mobilization, and developing innovative financial models to enhance women's health solutions. The specialist will work closely with the Global Coordinator of WomenX Collective and the Chief of the Innovation Unit to ensure that the hub's activities align with UNFPA's strategic direction. The role requires a blend of leadership, technical expertise, and strategic thinking to effectively manage the hub's investment portfolio and drive the implementation of advanced solutions that transform the health of women and girls in low- and middle-income countries.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing and operationalizing the activities of the Nairobi Hub, which includes supporting the investment pipeline by leading the origination, design, and implementation of a portfolio that supports advanced solutions for women's health. This involves developing new financing and partnership models, driving partner engagement, identifying partnership opportunities, and supporting resource mobilization and communication efforts. The specialist will work closely with UNFPA and external stakeholders to scale innovative solutions, develop financing mechanisms, and support donor communication, advocacy, and strategic collaborations. Additionally, the role includes establishing a platform for generating and sharing public goods, developing a strategic vision for unlocking private and public capital, and applying methodologies related to project finance and public-private partnerships. The incumbent will also design projects that leverage public and private capital for women's health and build capacity in financing instruments to unlock and scale resources for sustainable development impacts.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in Economics, Business Management, Business Administration, Public Health, Health Economics, Health Financing, International Development, or a related field. A minimum of seven years of professional experience at the international level in public health, public and private financing, including innovative financing and investment management, is required. A proven track record in relationship management, fundraising, and resource mobilization, particularly with the private sector, foundations, and philanthropies, is strongly desired. Knowledge of financing mechanisms for health programs, experience with blended finance approaches, and proven ability to produce demonstrable results in a multicultural environment are essential. Strong negotiation and influencing skills, familiarity with innovation pipelines, and experience working in low and middle-income countries are also important qualifications.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree in relevant fields such as Economics, Business Management, Business Administration, Public Health, Health Economics, Health Financing, or International Development. This advanced degree is crucial for understanding the complexities of financing and managing health initiatives, particularly in the context of women's health and rights.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of seven years of professional experience at the international level, specifically in public health and financing. Candidates should have experience in innovative financing, investment management, and relationship management, particularly with private sector entities and philanthropic organizations. Proven experience in designing and delivering advanced analyses to support investment decisions, including due diligence and market analyses, is also necessary. Familiarity with UN Trust funds and large-scale multi-stake partnerships is preferable, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to navigate complex organizational ecosystems.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in a diverse international environment.

Additional Notes:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package, including a competitive net salary, health insurance, and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA promotes a work environment that reflects values of gender equality, diversity, integrity, and a healthy work-life balance. The organization encourages applications from women, individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups. The selection and appointment process may be subject to background checks, medical clearance, and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any fees in connection with the application or recruitment process.