Public & Private Partnership Individual Giving Assistant

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, inter-governmental and non-governmental partners. With 175 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, IOM, the UN Migration Agency, is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. Brazil is a Member State of IOM since 2004.

IOM Brazil seeks to diversify and strengthen its fundraising efforts with both the public and private sectors. To this end, it is essential to consolidate strategies that expand institutional partnerships and engage key stakeholders, ensuring financial sustainability and the continuity of migration and durable solutions activities.  

In this context, the Public & Private Sector Partnerships unit aims to facilitate the implementation of strategic fundraising initiatives, promote innovative collaborations, and strengthen IOM’s presence with governments and the private sector. The incumbent will support the identification of opportunities, the structuring of partnerships, and the monitoring of results, contributing to the achievement of institutional objectives and positive impact on migrant populations. 

Under the overall supervision and direct supervision of the Head of Programme, the Public & Private Partnerships Coordinator is responsible for implementing activities related to PSP interventions at the national level, as well as providing support to field teams. The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the following:

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programme, and in close coordination with the Public & Private Partnerships Coordinator, the Individual Giving Assistant will support the activities related to Public & Private Partnerships interventions at the national level, as well as providing support to field teams

1. Support the identification and engagement of individual donors to support IOM programs.
2. Contribute to the development of strategies for fundraising from individuals and small enterprises.
3. Assist in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of pilot projects and innovation initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities.
4. Support field teams in coordinating partnership activities, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and operational plans.
5. Contribute to the development of communication materials, presentations, and proposals for potential donors and partners.
6. Maintain a database of partnerships, contacts, and relevant information to support informed decision-making and strategic planning.
7. Stay informed about trends, opportunities, and challenges in the public and private sectors relevant to migration programming and provide inputs for strategic planning.
8. Foster collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that IOM’s engagement with partners is transparent, effective, and aligned with institutional objectives.
9. Support the analysis of private sector trends and innovation opportunities applicable to IOM’s activities.
10. Perform other work-related tasks, as required. Education
    • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related fields. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
      • Demonstrated experience in fundraising campaigns and donor engagement.
      • Understanding and experience with fundraising and building partnerships with the private sector;
      • Experience in planning, implementing, and monitoring innovative or strategic projects.
      • Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively within a diverse team.
      • Experienced in working cross-functionally and obtaining relevant content and information from different units to build innovative partnerships with public and private sector.
      • At least three (3) years of experience in individual giving, fundraising, or donor relationship management. Skills
        • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
        • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
        • Ability to produce compelling communication materials and presentations.
        • Ability to write, draft, and edit, reports, acknowledgements, briefings, and donor correspondence letters, proposals, grants and appeals.
        • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. Languages

          REQUIRED

          For this position, fluency in Portugues and advanced English is required (oral and written).

          DESIRABLE

          Working knowledge in Spanish is an advantage.

          IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.   Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
        • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
      • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
    • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
11. Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.