Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Specialist

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the lead UN agency focused on delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. Established in 1969, UNFPA operates in over 150 countries and has a mission to promote the right of every woman, man, and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity. The organization is committed to achieving three transformative results by 2030: ending preventable maternal deaths, ending unmet need for family planning, and ending gender-based violence and harmful practices. UNFPA emphasizes the importance of principled and ethical staff who embody international norms and standards, and who are committed to delivering high-impact results.

Job Overview:
The Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting strategic partnerships and resource mobilization efforts for country offices in the East and Southern Africa Region, with a particular emphasis on Middle-Income Countries (MICs). This position will involve working closely with management and program officers at both regional and country offices to advance the UNFPA mandate through effective contributions to resource mobilization and partnerships. The Specialist will be tasked with identifying and closing resource gaps while ensuring that the UNFPA mandate is integrated within key strategic partnerships. The role will also require a focus on government donors, international financial institutions, UN joint programs, and private sector engagement, among other areas.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Specialist include:

• Supporting Country Offices in Middle Income Countries and the Regional Office on financing landscape analysis, identifying resource gaps, and partnership opportunities.
• Co-leading the development, implementation, and monitoring of Resource Mobilization and Partnership strategies and plans.
• Supporting the co-creation of UN Joint programs aligned with national development and humanitarian contexts.
• Advancing key relationships with bilateral and multilateral donors, international financial institutions, corporates, foundations, and civil society.
• Conducting regular scans of the private sector for partnership prospects and ensuring due diligence processes are followed.
• Developing corporate engagement packages and marketing materials to promote universal access to sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR).
• Ensuring timely resolution of program implementation issues and submission of donor grant documents and reports.
• Supporting country offices in conducting analyses to unlock financing opportunities and strengthen capacities in financing for development.
• Co-leading capacity needs assessments and developing training packages to address capacity gaps. 1
• Ensuring appropriate representation of UNFPA at resource mobilization and partnership platforms.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Specialist position include:

• A Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Financing for Development, Sustainable Financing, Political Sciences, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in fundraising, marketing, sponsorship, corporate social responsibility, innovative financing, or project management.
• Experience working in a Middle Income Country is preferred.
• Strong initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to work harmoniously with staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of donor policies and procedures is advantageous, along with experience in editing and reviewing donor agreements and reports.
• Proven experience in managing partnerships and developing effective relationships with donors and stakeholders.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree or equivalent in relevant fields such as Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Financing for Development, Sustainable Financing, or Political Sciences. This educational background is essential to understand the complexities of resource mobilization and partnerships in the context of international development.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 5 years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in areas such as fundraising, marketing, sponsorship, corporate social responsibility, innovative financing, or project management. Experience working in a Middle Income Country is preferred, and candidates should ideally have at least one year of experience at the international level. This experience is crucial for understanding the dynamics of resource mobilization and partnerships in diverse contexts.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of other official UN languages is considered desirable and may enhance a candidate's profile, particularly in a multilingual work environment.

Additional Notes:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive net salary, health insurance, and other applicable benefits. UNFPA promotes a work environment that reflects values of gender equality, diversity, integrity, and a healthy work-life balance. The organization is committed to ensuring gender parity and 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.