Partnerships Specialist

The Partnerships Specialist develops and implements partnership and programme development plans for the office. The role focuses on building and maintaining effective working relationships with governments, UN agencies, donors and other stakeholders to mobilize resources, expand the office’s portfolio, and strengthen the UNOPS positioning as a reliable development and implementation partner. The Partnerships Specialist also ensures that partnership initiatives are aligned with UNOPS’ global and regional priorities, contribute to sustainable results, and support the achievement of the office’s strategic objectives.

Required
At least 5 years of experience in an international development including demonstrated experience in:
Developing and executing partnership and programme development plans;
Project development and proposal writing;
Acquisition of projects;
Project and programme management experience is an asset
Establishing partnerships with UN agencies, international development organisations, governments, foundations, international NGOs or private sector organisations.

Functions / Key Results Expected
Partnership and Programme Development Planning
Develop a comprehensive partnership development plan in line with UNOPS Strategic Plan and Regional Strategies. This includes country context, analysis of the regional and national development and humanitarian landscape, identification of main partners, strategic positioning of UNOPS in the potential operational niches identified, as well as growth pipeline opportunities for all countries in scope of the UNOPS ESAMCO. Ensure the plan reflects in-house capacity, typology of projects and the internal tools and knowledge resources.
Examine risks and opportunities presented by the strategic positioning of the Multi Country / Country office and propose appropriate responses to ensure sustainable growth.
Coordinate and collaborate with relevant Partnerships personnel at local, liaison and HQ level, as well as Project Managers and project personnel of the country offices covered by the office, to ensure aligned and coherent interactions with partners.