Partnerships Specialist, NOC, FT, #138490, Kingston, Jamaica, Multi-Country Office for the Caribbean
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The Caribbean Multi-Country Office (MCO) serves twelve English- and Dutch-speaking Caribbean countries, focusing on equitable access to primary health care, learning and skills, protection from violence, and child poverty reduction.
Job Purpose
The Partnerships Specialist will be instrumental in advancing UNICEF's mission across the Caribbean by fostering and strengthening strategic partnerships. This role is crucial for mobilizing resources and influencing policy to achieve positive outcomes for children in the region. The specialist will identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with governments, civil society organizations, private sector entities, and other stakeholders. By aligning partner interests with UNICEF's programmatic goals, the position aims to enhance the impact of interventions and ensure sustainable results for children. This involves developing innovative partnership strategies, negotiating agreements, and ensuring effective collaboration to address complex challenges such as learning losses, mental health, child poverty, and climate-related disasters.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive partnership strategy for the Caribbean MCO, aligned with UNICEF's global and regional priorities and the Multi-Country Programme. Identify, assess, and cultivate potential strategic partners, including governments, foundations, corporations, and civil society organizations, to mobilize resources and enhance programmatic impact. Manage and nurture existing partnerships, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and mutual accountability. Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with UNICEF's policies and procedures. Represent UNICEF in relevant forums, meetings, and events to advocate for children's rights and promote collaboration. Monitor and report on the progress and outcomes of partnerships, providing insights and recommendations for improvement. Support resource mobilization efforts by identifying funding opportunities and contributing to proposal development. Facilitate knowledge sharing and learning among partners to foster innovation and best practices. Build capacity of national staff and partners in partnership development and management. Ensure compliance with all UNICEF regulations and guidelines related to partnerships and resource mobilization. Contribute to the overall strategic planning and management of the Caribbean MCO, particularly in areas related to external relations and advocacy.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of professional experience in partnership development, resource mobilization, or external relations, preferably within a development or humanitarian context. Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including governments and the private sector, is essential. Experience in the Caribbean region is an asset.
Skills
Partnership Development, Resource Mobilization, Stakeholder Engagement, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Communication, Advocacy, Project Management, Interpersonal Skills, Cross-cultural Competence, Analytical Skills, Reporting