EXTERNAL RELATIONS OFFICER (2 POSTS)

Org. Setting and ReportingThese posts are located in the Donor and External Relations Section of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Geneva. The incumbents work under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Donor and External Relations Section. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the External Relations Officer will be responsible of the following duties: a) Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with current donors (private sector donors and/or high-net-worth individuals), in order to ensure their sustained support to OHCHR by: - Mapping donor priorities, interest, funding lines and partnership opportunities. - Designing an engagement strategy with current donors based on OHCHR's Resource Mobilization and Partnership Strategy. - Preparing funding submissions, negotiating contributions and funding arrangements, monitoring and reporting on agreed contributions and responding to ad hoc requests for information from donors. - Reviewing funding needs and opportunities of the Office and aligning fundraising requests/partner support to approved work and cost plans. - Engaging with existing partners to ensure they are updated on OHCHR's work, challenges and needs (including through annual consultations, thematic donor briefings, virtual/in situ donor visits, participation in events, etc.). b) Develop partnerships with new donors (private sector donors and/or high-net-worth individuals) in order to achieve a broad donor base for OHCHR by: - Designing an engagement strategy with potential donors based on OHCHR's Resource Mobilization and Partnership Strategy. - Engaging with/cultivating new donors to ensure they are familiar with OHCHR's priorities and needs (including through meetings, briefings, virtual/in situ visits, participation in events, etc.). - Preparing funding submissions and other relevant materials, responding to ad hoc requests for information from potential donors and reviewing funding opportunities for OHCHR. c) Contribute to an office-wide consistent and coherent approach to partnership by: - Ensuring coherent messaging to donors at Geneva, New York and field levels. - Assisting the Donor and External Relations Capacity Development Officer, based in Geneva, to build resource mobilization capacity on engagement with private sector donors and/or high-net-worth individuals. - Advising field presences on OHCHR's fundraising policies and approaches to ensure consistent messaging with private sector donors. - Preparing various written outputs like briefing notes, strategic and position papers for senior management, as requested. d) Assist the Coordinator of the Private Sector Unit and the Chief of the Donor and External Relations Section in any other tasks related to the present terms of reference, as required. CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of different aspects of public information and communication. Ability to address a range of issues in the context of political developments, public attitudes and local conditions. Ability to conceptualize, design and implement major information campaigns. Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources. Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships. Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style. Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. EducationAdvanced university degree (Masters or equivalent degree), preferably in social and political science, public administration, business administration or management, economics, international relations or related fields. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceAt least seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in human rights, humanitarian or development work, is required. Out of the seven years, at least five years of experience in donor relations and resource mobilization is required. Experience in fundraising and developing partnerships with non-traditional donors (such as private sector entities and/or high-net-worth individuals) is desirable. Experience in results-based management is desirable. Experience working within the UN common system or similar international organization is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in written and oral English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by a competency-based interview. 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