Resourcing and Partnerships Specialist

Task description

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Saudi Arabia is seeking a dedicated and experienced resourcing and partnerships specialist to join our efforts in supporting the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification. This role is crucial in identifying, engaging, and mobilizing a network of experts within UNDP, Other UN Agencies, Academia, and relevant environmental organizations to contribute to the Center’s initiatives aimed at enhancing vegetation cover and combating desertification in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in facilitating collaboration and knowledge exchange among experts to drive sustainable solutions for environmental challenges. Under the direct supervision of the Digital Stream Project Manager the UN Volunteer will:

• Expertise Identification and Engagement: Proactively identify and engage with subject matter experts within UNDP, Other UN Agencies, academic institutions, and environmental organizations globally. Build a comprehensive database of experts specialized in vegetation cover, desertification, combating desertification strategies, climate change, and sustainable land management.

• Partnership Development: Foster partnerships with academic institutions, research centers, and environmental organizations to support the Center’s initiatives. Coordinate with these entities to facilitate knowledge exchange, joint research, and collaborative projects.

Project Support and Collaboration: Work closely with the project teams to understand their technical needs and match them with the appropriate experts. Facilitate collaboration among stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of projects.

• Capacity Building: Organize workshops, seminars, and training sessions to build the capacity of local stakeholders and project teams. Utilize the expertise within the network to enhance understanding of best practices in vegetation cover enhancement and desertification control.

• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare comprehensive reports on expert engagement activities, outcomes, and the overall progress of collaborations. Ensure proper documentation of expertise and resources mobilized for the Center’s initiatives

International UN Expert Volunteers in Saudi Arabia are entitled to:

– Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of USD 2,833.13

– Monthly Expertise differential USD 1133.25 – Entry Lumpsum USD 4000

– Annual and learning leaves; – Free Medical and life insurance; and – Free access to different learning platforms. For more information on UN Volunteer benefits, entitlements and support, please visit: https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service

Requirements

Required experience

15 years of experience in 1. Global Expert Network Development: Expertise in identifying, evaluating, and engaging with top-tier subject matter experts in areas critical to environmental sustainability, such as desertification, climate change, and sustainable land management. This includes developing strategies for expert outreach and engagement to build a global network of professionals who can contribute to the organization’s projects and goals.

Desired experience:

2. Strategic Partnership Building: Specialized skills in creating and sustaining partnerships with key organizations, including UN agencies, academic institutions, and non-profits, focus on mutual goals in environmental research and project implementation. This involves negotiating partnerships that facilitate access to a broad pool of experts and collaborative opportunities.

3. Expert Resource Mobilization for Project Impact: Ability to match project needs with expert capabilities, ensuring that the right expertise is leveraged to enhance project outcomes. This includes creating mechanisms for easy access to and collaboration with identified experts to support project teams.

4. Collaboration and Network Utilization: Competence in fostering a collaborative environment among identified experts, project teams, and partners. This involves facilitating interactions and exchanges that bring added value to environmental projects, leveraging the network’s collective expertise to solve complex challenges.

5. Impact Analysis and Expert Engagement Reporting: Proficiency in assessing the effectiveness of expert engagements and partnerships, tracking the impact of these collaborations on project outcomes, and reporting on successes and areas for improvement. This includes developing metrics and indicators to evaluate the contribution of expert networks to the organization’s strategic goals.

6. Domain-Specific Environmental Expertise: Deep knowledge and expertise in the environmental domain relevant to the specialist’s work, including understanding of the latest research, trends, and challenges in areas such as combating desertification, climate change adaptation, and sustainable land management. This includes the ability to apply this knowledge to identify the most relevant experts and inform strategic decisions and project approaches.

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Bachelor degree or equivalent in environmental sciences, public policy, or a related field, a higher degree in environmental management, sustainable development, or climate change policy is considered an asset.

Closing date: 25 June 2024