India: Partnership Officer (Public & Private Sector Engagement - PPSE), NO-B, New Delhi, India - Post Number - 82410 (Indian only)

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For Every Child, AN ADVOCATE

In an effort to measurably improve UNICEF's ability to deliver better results for children, there is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

How can you make a difference?

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children in the world's thereby ensuring a better future for every child, this is the chance to make a difference. Under the direct supervision of the Specialist and general guidance of the section colleagues this position will support the development and preparation of the Child Protection (or a sector of) program/s and will be responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting of progress of child protection programs/projects within the country program. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable contributions to national and international efforts to create a protective environment for children against all harm and to protect their rights to survival, development and well-being as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international treaties/framework and UN intergovernmental bodies.

This post reports to the Partnership Specialist (PPSE) in the Resource Mobilization and Partnerships, based in UNICEF, New Delhi, India Country Office.

The purpose of the position is to support Partnership Specialist and senior management in deepening collaboration with key stakeholders and helping to provide an interface for environmental scanning, knowledge exchange, resource mobilization, and policy influence within the scope of assignment. The key result is to ensure greater visibility for UNICEF and influence in support of its mission.

Key function, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:

1. Contribute to the implementation of the work plan for assigned area, to ensure timely and cost effective delivery of results, in accordance with UNICEF’s partnership strategy.
2. Build and maintain UNICEF’s partnerships, by supporting the development and implementation of standards and guidance for UNICEF partnerships; formulation of work plans and strategies.
3. Support the development of partnership frameworks and templates and review partner agreements and amendments for senior staff approval, ensuring compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations.
4. Conduct research on perspective new partners for UNICEF, and provide analysis of the areas of work, outreach, financial based and reputation of prospective partners and keep resource partner profiles updated.
5. Help supervisor maintain effective relationships hrough regular meetings with member states, UN agencies, NGOs, host government and other partners, in order to keep them informed on important, strategic operational UNICEF issues and synergized with all partners for effective programme delivery.
6. Maintain awareness of current activities, political and social events of UN and other multilateral bodies/governments, conduct analysis to understand how they may impact UNICEF activities and programmes and provide timely information to UNICEF staff for decision-making.
7. Work closely with Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs and support with the implementation of the National guidelines of Responsible business conduct as well as regular CSR monitoring basis the Business responsible reporting.

Impact of Results:

The incumbent gathers, analyses and reports information in a manner that draws out fact-based insights to inform approaches to partner relationships and support substantive discussion with partners. S/he captures relevant information and progress, and ensures internal information sharing.

Accurate and timely information to partners will strengthen the credibility of the organization which in turn will result in trust and increase resources to the organization. Well analyzed and support to senior management can result in an increase of funding opportunities.

Core Values

1. Commitment
2. Diversity and inclusion
3. Integrity

Core competencies

1. Communication (II)
2. Drive for results (II)
3. Working with people (II)

Functional Competencies:

1. Formulating strategies and concepts (I)
2. Analyzing (II)
3. Relating and networking (II)
4. Persuading and influencing (I)
5. Applying technical expertise (II)
6. Learning and researching (II)
7. Planning and organizing (I)

Skills:

1. Current knowledge of development issues, strategies, as well as programming policies and procedures in international development cooperation.
2. Strong communications skills, verbal and written.
3. Strong networking and negotiation skills
4. Strong familiarity with political and governmental processes
5. Ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious working relationships, both within and outside the organisation.
6. Advanced knowledge of partnership development and resource mobilization.
7. Ability to conduct sound policy analysis.
8. Ability to contribute to formulation of strategies and policies.

To qualify as a championfor every child you will have…

Requirements of the position (QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES):-

Education:

A university degree is required in one of the following fields - international relations, political science, communications, international development, or another relevant technical field.

Experience:

A minimum of two years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: public affairs, programme management, resource mobilization, external relations, or other relevant area

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

Our core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. To view our competency framework, please click here.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified candidates from all national, religious, gender and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.

UNICEF has recently become the first United Nations agency to be awarded the EDGE certification – the leading global standard for gender equality in the workplace. UNICEF’s commitment to EDGE reaffirms our pledge to gender equality and inclusion all UNICEF staff worldwide.

This certification recognizes UNICEF’s commitment to achieving significant milestones in gender equality for all its staff, including strong gender balance at all levels of the organization, pay equity, a solid framework of policies and practices, and an inclusive workplace culture.

“UNICEF’s most important asset is our staff — all of our staff. Gender diversity and equal opportunities for men and women is not only a matter of rights. It makes us more effective as an organization.” Henrietta H. Fore, UNICEF Executive Director.

For more information on UNICEF EDGE Certification, kindly view the video here.

Remarks:

1. Selected applicant will have an initial two (2) year fixed-term contract, with possibility of extension, subject to satisfactory performance.
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
3. UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process including application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training etc. UNICEF is a nonsmoking working environment.

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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=522968