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Reporting to the Head of Partnerships of EAPMCO, the incumbent supports the identification, negotiation, and formulation of new development programmes across the MCO The Partnerships Analyst will also be an integral member of the MCO partnerships team working on a wide range of initiatives in the areas of ICT development, infrastructure, environmental management, health, access to justice, energy transitions and other key priorities in line with the Governments’ mid term development plan, long term plans, and funding partners’ priorities to establish “niche markets” for UNOPS across the MCO. In addition, the incumbent will support the MCO’s communications and outreach portfolio to raise UNOPS profile vis a vis a range of external partners.
Functional Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:
EAPMCO Business Development:
Functional Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:
EAPMCO Business Development:
- Contribute to t:he implementation of the MCO’s partnerships development strategy building on current ongoing activities and programs.
- Carry out research to identify potential strategic partnerships for the MCO, as agreed with the Head of Partnerships.
- Be familiar with UNOPS services, pricing, and leverage to assist the negotiation of new projects with prospective clients and partners.
- Suggests project ideas and project proposals in accordance with UNOPS business patterns and practices.
- Support the partnerships team in organizing meetings and following ups with funding partners, governments, clients and other parties, to ensure transparency of UNOPS services and costs.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic procedures for improving client relationships and services in view of actively pursuing partnership development opportunities.
- Contribute to the achievement of year on year Engagement Addition MCO targets.
Project identification:
- Contribute to the identification, design, and formulation of new projects and programs and draft concept notes, proposals and project briefs for discussion with partners.
- Assist in evaluations of economic, political, social and other relevant reports to assess potential partnership opportunities and if needed submit analytical reports on outcomes and proposals for action.
- Contribute to the identification of potential markets and partners to pursue new/repeat business opportunities and ensure program growth.
Knowledge management:
- Collect, analyze and keep abreast of humanitarian and development trends and needs across the geographical scope of the MCO (24 countries) to identify areas of collaboration within UNOPS mandate.
- Contribute to the ongoing research, development and implementation of best practice and innovative approaches to maximize performance and sustain achievements in project development.
- Analyze markets for business development intelligence and opportunities (facilitate assessments of partner needs, UNOPS comparative advantages, and partner survey analysis, among others)
- Assist in the development and distribution of marketing, communication and partner relationship management materials.
EAPMCO Coordination:
- Close interaction with operations staff to share information and knowledge and provide proactive support and follow up in building and maintaining effective partner relations.
- Collaborate with the EAPMCO Partnerships development team as necessary and support teams as needed and as directed by the Head of Partnerships.
Education/Experience/Language requirements:
Education:
Education:
- A first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in International Development, Political Sciences, Business Studies, Economics, Engineering or related field with two (2) years of relevant experience is required.
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in above mentioned fields may substitute some of the years of relevant experience required for this role.
Experience:
- Minimum two (2) years experience in business development, external relations, project/ program management, program development or relevant field is required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience in the development cooperation sector is desirable.
- Experience in engaging external parties including UN agencies, private sector, Government and development stakeholder and forge productive working relationships is an asset.
- Experience working with different sectors and stakeholders, including Governments, International Financial Institutions, UN and other development partners is desired.
- Experience in South East Asia is a strong asset.
Language Requirements:
- Full working knowledge of English is required.
- Knowledge of a language in South East Asia (Khmer, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Indonesian, etc) and the Pacific, is an asset
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