Partner Engagement Consultant
Organizational Context
UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfill their potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of our work, viewing the promotion of children's rights as a calling. UNICEF offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development, fostering a sense of purpose while serving children and communities globally.
Job Purpose
This consultancy aims to bolster UNICEF Mongolia's strategic partnerships and resource mobilization efforts. The consultant will identify and engage public and private sector partners, explore diverse funding opportunities, and secure both financial and non-financial resources. The goal is to sustain and scale up positive outcomes for children, aligning with the current and future Country Programme objectives. This role is crucial for strengthening UNICEF's capacity to deliver on its mandate for children in Mongolia by fostering robust collaborations and ensuring adequate resource availability for programmatic success.
Responsibilities
The consultant will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to identify, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships with public and private sector entities. This includes prospecting potential partners, developing compelling proposals, and engaging stakeholders effectively to secure financial and non-financial resources. The role involves diversifying funding streams and exploring innovative financing mechanisms to support UNICEF's work in Mongolia. The consultant will also be tasked with assessing and mitigating reputational risks associated with partnerships and ensuring compliance with due diligence requirements. Furthermore, they will develop practical implementation roadmaps, stakeholder engagement plans, and measurable performance indicators to track progress and impact. Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills will be essential for building and maintaining productive relationships with partners. The consultant will also contribute to reporting on partnership development and resource mobilization efforts, ensuring alignment with UNICEF's strategic goals and the Country Programme.
Work Experience
A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience is required in strategic partnership development, resource mobilization, donor engagement, public- or private-sector partnerships, or development financing. Demonstrated experience in prospecting, proposal development, and stakeholder engagement is essential.
Skills
Public and private sector partnership development, Donor engagement, Development financing, Resource mobilization, Proposal writing, Analytical skills, Research skills, Report writing, Corporate social responsibility knowledge, Stakeholder relationship management, Negotiation skills, Communication skills