Partnerships Specialist

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

The RM&P section works with the corporate sector, Foundations and Major Donors to maximize income and drive income growth. There are three pillars within RM&P. The purpose of the Partnerships team is to drive income growth from Corporates, Foundations and Major Donors. The pillar will lead the development of these existing and new areas to grow these income streams as well as developing relationships at a global level with high value individual supporters and large-scale international foundations.

The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Philanthropy Specialist NOC and will provide strategic support to accelerate growth of major donors; revenue stream. The Philanthropy Specialist will be responsible for structuring, implementing and monitoring a highly effective development and donor services programme working closely with UNICEF staff to support and embrace the mission of UNICEF India. This position serves in a full range of development functions including prospect research, cultivating new, prospective donors, encouraging effort for current donors, connecting with professional advisers, other door openers and donor stewardship to grow assets in order to reach the annual and long-range development goals of UNICEF. This position is also responsible for growing our donor base as the premier “go to” agency on philanthropy. It requires maintaining and evolving our best-in-class development programme that is opportunistic in its approach by adapting to changes in market trend.

Key functions, accountabilities, and related duties/tasks:

• Work with the Partnerships Manager and Philanthropy Specialist to map and prioritize the greatest High and Ultra High Networth opportunities for UNICEF India, especially (but not exclusively) based in Maharashtra State and to build relationships with high level foundation partners to maximize influence, resources and knowledge that can advance UNICEF’s mission.
• Undertakes independent research to identify and profile leading major donor and/or private foundation prospects, developing cultivation strategies for identified prospects in conjunction with UNICEF PFP.
• Provide dedicated support to strategic initiatives in major donor fundraising, including major donor giving circles, and matching giving arrangements with foundations
• Inspire and engage a group of elite donors and volunteer leaders interested in promoting and supporting children’s rights.
• Coordinate efforts to inform and engage donors through events, communication pieces and donor networking opportunities.
• Build and grow funds through pipelines and planned gifts annually.
• Build a full-service philanthropic services that produce increasing results from individuals, families and corporations. Institutionalize philanthropic services for consistency and quality control
• Create opportunities for philanthropy conversations (special events, meetings, donor and prospect events, annual meetings, etc.).
• Perform any other duties, as required.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have:

Education:

• An advanced University Degree in marketing, international development, business administration or closely related fields required.

 Experience:

• Five years in relatively senior role in major donor and/or foundation fundraising or analogous business development experience. Seniority indicated by management of others, and/or by direct relationship cultivation and management of high value partnerships.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience managing partnerships and/or securing major gifts with a value in excess of USO 5 million.
• Knowledge of the UN system, and familiarity with UNICEF programme activities are desirable.

 Language Requirement:

• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset.

Source: https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/576620