Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)A (least hardship)
Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
Family
Staff Member / Affiliate TypeUNOPS LICA9
Target Start Date2023-12-01
Job Posting End DateOctober 29, 2023
Terms of Reference1. General Background
UNHCR is the UN Refugee Agency and takes the lead in providing international protection for 110 million refugees and displaced people worldwide.
Private Sector Partnerships Services (PSP) is a fast growing global division with offices in 21 countries across the world. We have raised financial contribution, engaged the public in support of the refugee cause and broaden the size and scope of partnerships with corporations, foundations and philanthropists. Our ambition is to quickly grow in size, scale and global reach.
In Thailand, PSP has been achieving outstanding results since its establishment in May 2008. Through its diversified fundraising channels in raising funds from both individual donors and developing partnerships, PSP generates funds that go directly to support refugees, stateless people in Thailand and the world.
The Private Partnerships and Philanthropy (PPH) section has proven to create strong partnerships and raise financial contribution from corporations, foundations, and philanthropists since 2017 and shows potential in substantial growth in the future.
UNHCR is now looking for a highly motivated and driven fundraiser, with a background in either private sector fundraising, communications, or marketing to assist the Head of PSP team to establish long term partnerships with potential companies, major donors and High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs).
If you believe you have the skills and experience to deliver significant fundraising growth for UNHCR in Thailand, for one of the worldโs biggest and most urgent humanitarian priorities, then we want to hear from you. You will have the space and support to go make a real positive impact in refugeesโ lives.
2. Purpose and Scope of Assignment
Under the overall supervision of the PSP Officer (Head of PSP team) in charge of PSP Thailand operation, and in close coordination with the PPH Associate, the individual contractor will assist in the following:
โข Lead PPH efforts in the country, coordinating a team of two people
โข Develop PPH strategy which aligns with PPH global strategy and fundraising strategy of UNHCR Thailand
โข Identify potential partners and donors from corporations, foundations, and philanthropists in Thailand, and build up the relationships with the prospects
โข Contact potential donors; companies, major donors and HNWIs to develop partnerships with UNHCR
โข Provide insights and expectations of PPH donors to enhance possibility and efficiency in engaging with donors
โข Develop fundraising proposals for submission to prospects, in line with the PPH strategies and action plans
โข Enhance the PPH stewardship in line with the global PPH strategies and policies
โข Monitoring PPH programme on a regular basis and provide input as part of quarterly reports
โข Supervise, motivate and manage PPH staff in order to ensure high performance and integration with other colleagues in PSP and UNHCR Thailand
โข Liaise with global and regional PPH staff as well as field colleagues, when necessary to provide information and answers to the PPH donors
โข Oversee preliminary due diligence screening research about potential PPH donors, and process the due diligence clearance with the focal point of the global PPH unit
โข Monitor market trends related to the overall PSP activities, particularly PPH
โข Ensure the issuance of donation confirmation, upon receipt of the donations from PPH donors and send it to the donors in timely manner
โข Oversee the process of income recording and prepare report accordingly
โข Attend local meetings, events and conferences related to the PPH activities in Thailand, and assist to organize briefings, meetings and/or events for UNHCR to PPH donors
โข Perform other responsibilities/functions deemed necessary or as delegated by the Representative/Associate PSP Officer in order to meet the level of the services in the organization
3. Monitoring and Progress Controls
โข Ensure that PPH income targets are achieved according to the set strategy and in a cost effective manner
โข Number of PPH donors diversified and partnerships with UNHCR continue in a long term manner
โข Keep abreast of developments on UNHCRโs work both in the country and worldwide and communicate all relevant information to the existing PPH donors
โข Closely cooperate with the other units in PSP, PPH HQ and other departments in UNHCR Thailand.
โข Positive feedback from existing PPH donors
โข Positive feedback from colleagues in PSP, UNHCR Thailand, PPH global network
4. Qualifications and Experience
a. Education (Level and area of required and/or preferred education)
โข University degree (BA) -preferably in communications and marketing or other related discipline.
b. Work Experience
(List number of years and area of required work experience. Clearly distinguish between required experience and experience which could be an asset.)
โข 3 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 2 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 1 year relevant experience with Doctorate degree
โข Experience within the UN system or with an International NGO as a desirable asset
โข Proven experience working in raising funds from corporations, foundations and philanthropists
โข Access to a network of business contacts at senior management level in Thailand
โข Established network in the private sector fundraising sector in Thailand (corporations and/or foundations and/or philanthropists) as an added value
c. Key Competencies
(Technical knowledge, skills, managerial competencies or other personal competencies relevant to the performance of the assignment. Clearly distinguish between required and desired competencies)
โข Outgoing and mature attitude with great communication skills and writing skills
โข Excellent presentation skills
โข Strong interpersonal skill and excellent in building relationships
โข Well-organized to manage several stakeholders and ensure to deliver according to deadlines
โข Proven ability to deal with multiple tasks in a courteous and service-oriented manner
โข Solutions driven approach to turn challenges into opportunities
โข Mature, polite and a team player is essential
โข Demonstrated knowledge the NGO sector and private sector fundraising
โข Ability to work and deliver under tight deadlines
โข Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a sense of comfort working with data driven decision processes
โข Excellent knowledge of English / written, oral, comprehension
โข Ability to interface effectively and professionally with key UNHCR staff
โข MS Office proficiency
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Other informationThis position doesn't require a functional clearance