Donor Relations Consultant

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IOM

Position Title: Donor Relations Consultant

Duty Station: Manama

Classification: Consultant

Type of Appointment: Consultant, four months

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 07.04.2022

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

1) BACKGROUND

Migration dynamics in the MENA region are informed by a range of factors, including conflict, shifting demographic and socioeconomic trends, and increasingly, climate change. Against the backdrop of protracted instability and crises, forced migration and internal displacement continue to underpin complex irregular migration flows across the region. From resettlement to emergency preparedness and response to post-crisis transition and recovery, IOM’s work in the areas of migrant assistance, counter-trafficking, and immigration and border management is critical to supporting preparedness for and responses to the migration dimensions of humanitarian crises, with a focus both on vulnerable mobile populations and affected communities.

In order to continue and enhance the support IOM provides for vulnerable migrant populations in the MENA region, IOM is seeking a consultant to identify and strengthen donor relations with a broad range of actors such as governments, foundations, charities, Islamic financial institutions, the private sector and individual donors in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission, and in line with the Regional Strategy for the Middle East and North Africa 2020-2024 and the IOM Strategy for the Gulf Region (2021-2024), the consultant will explore new fundraising opportunities and outline an innovative and strategic approach to leveraging existing and new donor relations.

2) OBJECTIVE

To explore new fundraising opportunities and identify and strengthen existing and potential donor relations in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain to support IOM’s relief work and humanitarian assistance in the MENA region.

3) Deliverables

The consultant will carry out the following activities:

Deliverable 1) Undertake a regional donor study (donor policies, sectoral and geographic preferences, economic and political background, development assistance strategies etc.), research and other activities to identify fundraising opportunities in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain;

Deliverable 2) Produce an initial mapping of existing and potential opportunities and entry points for fundraising based on agreed criteria, focusing on foundations, charities, Islamic financial institutions, the private sector and individual donors in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain;

Deliverable 3) Lead the development and roll out of a donor mapping tool and monitoring system;

Deliverable 4) Develop a Donor Relations Strategy that includes, but is not limited to, the following (max 30 pages):

· Key findings from the comprehensive desk review informed by the initial mapping;

· Analysis of potential donors’ interests, priorities, funding modalities as relevant, and entry points for strengthened engagement;

· Recommendations to develop strategic donor relations, outreach, or joint events with key donors

· Annex with contacts/key relationships.

Deliverable 5) Develop high-quality materials for potential donors in line with donor interests, coordinating with the relevant internal stakeholders to ensure that materials and messaging are in line with IOM priorities

4) Duration and Schedule

The consultant is required to provide IOM with the following deliverables:

Expected Output

Indicative Time Frame

Deliverable 1) Undertake a regional donor study (donor policies, sectoral and geographic preferences, economic and political background, development assistance strategies etc.), research and other activities to identify fundraising opportunities in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. (Month 1)

Deliverable 2) Produce an initial mapping of existing and potential opportunities and entry points for fundraising based on agreed criteria, focusing on foundations, charities, Islamic financial institutions, the private sector and individual donors in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. (Month 2)

Deliverable 3) Lead the development and roll out of a donor mapping tool and monitoring system. (Month 3)

Deliverable 4) Develop a Donor Relations Strategy that includes, but is not limited to, the following (max 30 pages):

· Key findings from the comprehensive desk review and stakeholder interviews informed by the initial mapping;

· Analysis of potential donors’ interests, priorities, funding modalities as relevant, and entry points for strengthened engagement;

· Recommendations to develop strategic donor relations, outreach, or joint events with key donors

· Annex with contacts/key relationships. (Month 4)

Deliverable 5) Develop high-quality materials for potential donors in line with donor interests, coordinating with the relevant internal stakeholders to ensure that materials and messaging are in line with IOM priorities. (Month 4)

5) Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education, experience and/or skills required

· Master’s degree in International Relations, Business Administration, Marketing, Social Sciences, Law, Development Studies, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or

· University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

· Knowledge and practical experience with implementation of multi-stakeholder initiatives with international organizations, preferably involving the private sector;

· Experience in outreach and communication to companies, foundations, and individuals as well as private sector fora and platforms;

· Relevant professional experience in fundraising and/or partnerships and/or management of relationships with donors and/or external partners, with exposure to an international environment and/or with humanitarian organizations.

· Experience in managing and coordinating between multiple stakeholders, with an ability to multi-task, manage time, keep with tight deadlines, and to thrive in a high-pressure environment.

· Experience in migration dynamics in the MENA region an added advantage

· Experience with UN/IOM and advantage

· Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

6) Required Competencies:

· Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

· Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

· Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

· Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

· Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

· Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

· Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

· Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

· Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application and cover letter not later than Thursday, 07 April 2022, on [email protected]

In addition, please note that only the applications which would have been duly done, and which would have been submitted and received through the email within the announced time frame would be valid & considered for the announced vacancy.

Kindly note that for efficiency reasons, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 


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