Programme Management Officer, Partnerships

Org. Setting and ReportingCreated in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies among the disaster reduction activities of the United Nations and regional organizations and activities in both developed and less developed countries. Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction (SRSG), UNDRR has over 160 staff located in its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and in regional offices. Specifically, UNDRR guides, monitors, analyses and reports on progress in the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, supports regional and national implementation of the Framework and catalyzes action and increases global awareness to reduce disaster risk working with UN Member States and a broad range of partners and stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector, parliamentarians and the science and technology community. Under the supervision of the Head of External Relations Unit and the Chief of the Intergovernmental Processes, Interagency Cooperation and Partnerships Branch, the incumbent contributes to implementation of the UNDRR resources mobilization strategy. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities: • Develops and implements fundraising and partnerships strategies targeting foundations, private sector entities, and international financial institutions (IFI) to support UNDRR programme objectives. Conducts research and analysis and donor mapping to identify potential funding sources and partnership opportunities. • Cultivates and maintains relationships with philanthropic foundations and corporate partners to build partnerships and secure financial contributions; facilitates the development of funding agreements. • Prepares tailored proposals, concept notes, and presentations for private sector and foundation donors, aligning with their strategic interests and Corporate Social Responsibility priorities; ensures effective follow-up and ensures timely and quality reporting to donors under his/her portfolio. • Ensures strategic alignment between UNDRR’s work programme and fundraising initiatives. Identifies synergies with donor priorities, including foundations, private sector organizations, and international financial institutions, to enhance resources mobilization and impact. • Works with the Resource Management and Planning Section to monitor implementation of the UNDRR Resource Mobilization Strategy and related plans of action; ensures ongoing analysis of resource mobilization needs in alignment with the Strategic Framework and Work Programme; • Reports to the Head of Unit, on progress in implementing the Resource Mobilization Strategy at his/her level and on meeting the funding targets under his/her portfolio; stays abreast of latest donor and funding trends within his/her portfolio; promptly flags external and internal factors influencing results and proposes corrective actions; prepares substantive briefings for the Senior Leadership of UNDRR as appropriate. • Upon request, represents UNDRR at inter-agency meetings, seminars, etc. on resource mobilization and related partnership initiatives/issues; • Works with the Team Assistant to collect and analyze disaster risk reduction related data in fundraising area to identify trends or patterns and provides insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Performs additional duties as required. CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, resource mobilization or any other relevant specialized field. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Ability to apply a human rights- and gender-based approach in UNDRR's work to promote inclusion and uphold the principle of leaving no one behind. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. EducationAdvanced university degree in business or public administration, finance, law, development, international relations or a related area is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in programme management, resource mobilization, partnerships building, administration, budget, finance or related field is required. Experience in disaster risk reduction, including work related to the Sendai Framework is required. Experience drafting donor proposals, donor reports or similar documents is required. Experience mobilizing resources with donors and/or private sector on disaster risk reduction is desirable. Experience building strategic partnerships with member states, foundations, private sector or international financial institutions is desirable. Two (2) years of experience in data analytics or related areas is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Either French or Spanish or Arabic or Chinese (Mandarin) or Russian is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).