Partnerships Senior Officer

  • Contractor
  • Washington United States of America
  • TBD USD / Year
  • UNOPS profile




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UNOPS

Background Information – UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development in our areas of expertise: infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates

Background Information – Job-specific

UNOPS Partnerships and Liaison Group (PLG) has the mandate to support: (1) the development and expansion of new and existing partnerships, in collaboration with UNOPS headquarters groups, regions and countries; and (2) the strengthening of UNOPS positioning across the United Nations System, Member States, intergovernmental, and inter-agency bodies as required. The Group creates and maintains strategies, policies, standards, tools and templates and facilitates training related to partnerships. PLG supports the Director, Regional Portfolios to operationalize approved partnerships strategies across UNOPS regions and countries.

PLG consists of a network of liaison offices spread globally; as well as a central team based in UNOPS Headquarters in Copenhagen. Liaison offices manage relationships with UNOPS key global partners and provide support to offices managing relations with these partners throughout the project cycle. The Washington Liaison Office (WLO) represents UNOPS in Washington, D.C. The office’s mission is to strengthen the partnership with the World Bank Group, the US Government (the State Department, USAID, the Millennium Challenge Corporation), the International Development Finance Corporation, other DC-based institutions, and the Government of Canada.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Head of Office and, in close collaboration with the WLO team and the Partnerships Group, the Partnerships and Communication Officer will be supporting:

Outreach and Communication:

● Partnership Development and Analysis ● Office Management Support Outreach and Communication: ● Support the preparation of a local communication and partnership strategy for Washington based partners, which aligns with UNOPS global communications and partnership themes; ● Act as the focal point for local office communication vis a vis UNOPS headquarters; ● Prepare and coordinate high level visits and other activities to support the strategic positioning of UNOPS with the Liaison office partner base; ● Organise and/or coordinate events in Washington (or elsewhere) for Washington based partners; ● Update and expand the WLO library of communications and partnerships materials (e.g. factsheets, brochures, presentations about UNOPS and liaison office’s partner base) for communications, briefings, meetings, trainings and other events; ● Lead the preparation and update of partnerships content for the office (e.g newsletter, guidance, lessons learned, best practices) to be published in UNOPS internal platforms; ● Support refresh and delivery of WLO social media strategy (especially Twitter), in alignment with UNOPS global social media policy and strategy; ● Guide and advise country offices on visibility and communications strategy (related to partner’s requirements) when requested.

Partnership Development and Analysis:

● Monitor partner development trends for Washington partners, and support the Head of Office in the identification of areas of collaboration which intersect with UNOPS mandate and capacity; ● Advise colleagues during formulation, contracting and negotiations of projects for Washington based partners. Review reports upon request; ● Develop guidance on partner engagement and contractualisation and disseminate in country offices; ● Maintain institutional databases and information systems such as directories of key contacts, projects portfolio and proposals pipeline; provide data to HQ as requested; ● Conduct field missions or support the preparation of field visits upon request.

Office management support:

● The incumbent will be requested to lead administrative tasks including minor procurement, office related payments, travel support and liaising with HQ on administration duties

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

● Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in development studies, international affairs, political science or related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is required;

● A first level University degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) in combination with 2 additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Experience:

● A minimum of 2 years (4 years for a bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible experience in partner or client relationships, business development and/or market analysis.

● Demonstrated excellent research and analysis skills related to partner/business development in an international setting;

● Prior experience in a developing country is highly desirable;

● Experience with international organizations or working with donors such as the World Bank or the US Government is considered as a strong asset

Language requirements:

⦁ Full working knowledge of English and French is essential.

⦁ Fluency in one or more additional official UNOPS languages is an advantage.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: ICA

Contract level: I-ICA 1

Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

  • Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time.
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
  • Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
  • UNOPS embraces diversity and it is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or disability.
  • UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
  • Work life harmonization – UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
  • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
  • For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
  • The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
  • All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
  • It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

How to apply

https://jobs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=24771#6


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