Partnerships Analyst

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following: 

EAPMCO Business Development

• Contribute to the 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: 

• 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