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For Every Child, an advocate.

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.

The Resource Mobilization and partnerships section at India Country Office works to maximize resources and drive growth in mobilization of resources. There are three units within the RMP section. Within the Partnerships unit, the purpose of the Corporate Partnerships team is to drive impact through partnerships with the Business sector, defined as financial and non-financial resources, to optimize the value of the partnership to achieve UNICEF’s strategic goals. The team supports India Country Office with partnership strategies and in retaining and growing partnerships that bring quality resources to deliver programmes for children in India. In addition to the corporate sector, the Partnerships team also drives best in class alliances with High-Net-Worth Individuals, Foundations and from UNICEF internal network. It also develops the partnerships strategy and internal processes to ensure efficient and effective coordination across all UNICEF stakeholders.

How can you make a difference?

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.

Purpose for the Job:

The purpose of the Corporate Fundraising unit is to drive resources from the corporate sector as part of an integrated corporate engagement strategy. The growth will come from three sources: i) the development of new strategic partnerships, ii) the renewal and growth of existing in-country and multi-country partnerships and iii) the support given to state offices to develop and strengthen their state-level resource mobilization capacity and skills.

Under the general supervision of the Chief Resource Mobilization & Partnership and the Corporate Partnership Manager, this post will proactively identify, and secure new in-country partnerships in India. The incumbent will develop and implement resource mobilization strategies to focus on acquisition and maximization of prospect national corporate partners in support of the country programme priority focus.

Key functions/accountabilities, and related duties/ tasks:

• Developing and securing strategic long-term flexible resources through new corporate partnerships. This may include corporates, corporate foundation, cause-marketing, customer fundraising, sponsorship of campaigns, and/or workplace giving.
• Support the new business process from prospect identification, to securing first meetings, through the contract signature for assigned prospects.
• Providing inputs in the development of the corporate resource mobilization strategy for India Country Office (ICO).
• Working with ICO programmes and Communication colleagues to identify propositions for corporate prospects, particularly for major shared value partnership opportunities where significant proposition development is required.
• Building and managing internal and external networks to assist in the identification, cultivation and solicitation of support from corporates in India.
• Mapping and building propositions and outreach plans for companies and lead on partnership negotiations, proposal submissions and pitches.
• Identify synergies between company’s partnership needs and UNICEF brand & programme priorities to approach potential partners and establish high-value partnerships.
• Proactively identifying, engaging and developing strategic relationships and trusted partnerships with corporates in India.
• Developing and supporting specific Indian based business to business activities that drive major prospects to approach UNICEF for partnership. This may include organizing high-level roundtables and securing speaking slots at conferences.
• Actively input data into UNICEF customer relationship management system (Salesforce based) for all leads and cultivation tasks. Follow UNICEF due diligence processes.
• Providing guidance to Partnership Specialists and Officer to ensure successful corporate strategy, plan and results.

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

Education:

• An advanced University Degree in marketing, international development, business administration, advertising or a degree in social sciences or any related field.

OR

• A first University Degree in marketing, international development, business administration, advertising or a degree in social sciences combined with 2 additional years (minimum 7 years in total) of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree or any other relevant discipline.

Experience:

• At least five years of practical professional work experience with progressively increasing responsibilities in resource mobilization from the private sector.
• Skilled in influencing senior business stakeholders as well as team management experience is desirable.
• Working experience with non-profit organizations would be an advantage. Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNICEF programme activities is desirable.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: https://www.unicef.org/careers/get-prepared#Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are:

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
• Works Collaboratively with others (1)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (1)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)
• Drive to achieve impactful results (1)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)

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 committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. We strongly encourage applications from women, trans* and gender non-conforming people and persons with disabilities.

To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. In UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility.

If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility tendersglobal.net UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, 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, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be 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 canceled.

Remarks:

• This position is based in New Delhi, India.
• This position is open to Indian Nationals only.
• The vacancy is open to internal and external candidates. Internal staff include those with permanent, continuing, and fixed-term appointments.
• All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.
• For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates who have working experience with the UNICEF, India Country Office will be given first consideration.
• The selected applicant will have an initial two (2) year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension, subject to satisfactory performance.
• As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.
• Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions 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.
• UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.
• UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited / recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/.

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