Corporate Research Specialist, P-3, (FT), #70012, PASS, PFP, Geneva, Switzerland

Under the leadership and guidance of the Corporate Research Manager, the incumbent is leading on the due diligence principles’ application to product-based engagements, including cause-related marketing (CRM) and cause-related licensing activations. The incumbent is responsible for implementing the minimum quality assurance and ethical compliance standards and related policies and tools for UNICEF branded products marketed under license agreements and through local procurement by National Committees and country offices. The incumbent is also responsible for the development of training support material for CRM and local licensing stakeholders, and due diligence and knowledge tools for use by PFP staff, National Committees, and country offices.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, opportunities

How can you make a difference?

• An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in one of the following fields is required: Business Administration or Industrial Engineering. Specialization in Quality Management, Quality Control and Compliance would be an advantage.
• Alternatively, a first level university degree in combination with two years of additional work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in Corporate Social Responsibility, product-based fundraising risk assessment, quality assurance programs management or in product development of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG); and corporate due diligence is required.
• Knowledge of tools, concepts and methodologies of Quality Assurance as well as of general understanding of regulatory requirements relevant to FMCG is required.
• Proficient knowledge of current theories and practices in socially responsible investing and social, environmental and governance issues is required.
• Proven experience in managing staff and overseeing the work of consultants including in high pressure/high volume environments is required.
• Proven experience in formulating recommendation and writing briefing and concept notes is required.
• Proven ability to express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form, and specific skills in developing proposals and presentation for alliances is required.
• Familiarity with UNICEF programmatic work and/or child rights programming is an asset.
• Knowledge of customer-relationship management systems is an asset.
• Fundraising and/or marketing experience is an asset.
• Experience in enhanced due diligence on high-net-worth individuals is an asset.
• Proven experience in managing corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects in supply chains of FMCG is an asset.
• Working knowledge of child rights and business principles and sustainability is an asset.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

This role requires that the incumbent be equipped with specialized competencies, qualifications, and advanced levels of expertise. The co-presence of sound knowledge and experience on child rights, familiarity with UNICEF programmes, as well as a deep understanding of the organization’s global strategy for prospecting and structuring financial partnerships are therefore instrumental to effectively serve the role in the function.  

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

• Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (1)
• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)
• Works Collaboratively with others (2)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (2)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)
• Drives to achieve impactful results (2)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (2) are required.

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. 

Remarks:

This position is classified as Highly Specialized Position (HSP). 

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.

All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.