Background Information - Job-specific
Based in Dakar, UNOPS Senegal Multi-Country Office (SNMCO) covers all of Francophone and Lusophone West Africa and the Maghreb countries (18 countries in all).
SNMCO has developed a strong working relation with Governments and international development partners over the last decades. We support our partners in key development areas such as infrastructure rehabilitation and development; project management; capacity development and management services such as procurement and human resources.
Partnerships Unit (PU)
The Partnerships unit (PU) has been established to expand our presence in the sub-region, grow SNMCOโs project and programme portfolio and develop strategic partnerships for the region. The Partnerships Unit coordinates, supports and monitors the development of the portfolio.
The Unit reports directly to the SNMCO Director.
Fonctions et responsabilitรฉs1. Duties and Responsibilities
The Partnerships and Communications intern will work in the Senegal Multi-Country Office based in Dakar, Senegal, and will report to the Partnerships Specialist. He / She will support the Partnerships Unit by conducting research on donors and market trends, supporting Partnership analysts in project formulation
in order to increase UNOPS project portfolio in the sub-region by providing administrative support to the development and finalization of project documents, including but not limited to project descriptions, budgets, legal accords, gender action plans and risk registers.
The incumbent will be responsible for the following specific tasks :
Partnerships and Project development
Support the SNMCOโs efforts in liaising with potential donors, funding partners, agencies and institutions
Participate in meetings with potential partners and ensure their systematic and timely follow-up
Support in the development of project-related documents including project descriptions, budgets, legal accords, risk registers and gender action plans
Liaise with AFR Regional Offices and Headquarter as needed to assure clearances are obtained in order to finalize engagements and move to implementation of projects
Perform other related duties as required.
Communications :
Support the preparation of external communication materials, including factsheets, articles, infographics, videos and other materials,customized for target key audiences such as donors, UN agencies, governments, foundations, NGOs, civil society and private sector for effective outreach among existing and potential partners
Develop contents, presentations, correspondence, briefings, talking points and all other external communication material including document translation
Provide support to communications campaigns and events in terms of banners, leaflets, press releases, social media content and toolkits, etc.
Support Partner Surveys and resulting action plans
Any other Communications task to ensure the support to SNMCOโs communications and resource mobilization activities.
Knowledge Management
Ensure that organizational systems are updated and populated frequently including the internal Partnerships Unit Google Drive
When needed, provide regular reports on business acquisition pipeline to the Partnerships Specialist
When needed, take minutes at internal and/or external meetings, providing action points for follow-up
Liaise with the Communications Officer and Partnerships colleagues in Africa as well as project communication focal points as necessary.
Business intelligence
Conduct analysis and mapping of donor priorities, areas of focus and geographical priorities as well as national country strategies
Prepare business/market analysis reports for major donors and countries in the region to support the development of new engagements opportunities
Research events, publications and announcements, to track and screen opportunities for possible UNOPS interventions and identify trends that will drive partnership opportunities.
2. Functional competencies
Researching, writing and editing content that is clear, concise and effectively conveys key messages to target audiences
Detail focused and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment
Knowledge of software packages for publication such as Adobe Creative Suite โ especially InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro or other relevant products commonly used.
Education/Experience/Language requirementsEducation :
To be eligible the applicants must be pursuing a university degree such as a Bachelors, Masters or a PhD in Political Science, International Relations, Development Studies, Project Management, Communications, Business Administration, Marketing or other relevant areas or be a recent graduate from such studies (within the last 3 years).
Experience :
While no prior work experience is required,some professional experience is highly desirable either in the private or public sector, in areas such as:
Management
Research
Project Management
Proposal and project development
Data analysis
Marketing
Consulting
Partnership Development
Resource Mobilization
Social media and/or communications experience.
Language :
Fluency in French and English (written and spoken) is required.
Computer Literacy
Basic knowledge of design and/or video editing experience with software programmes (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.) is preferred.
Knowledge of G Suite is an asset but not required.
CompetenciesTreats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. Contract type, level and duration - Internship
Contract type: Internship
Contract level: N/A
Contract duration: 6 months
This internship is not designed to lead to a staff position with UNOPS. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of the internship.
Interns may be eligible for a monthly stipend from UNOPS provided that they do not receive funds from other institutions. Further, UNOPS may provide a one time travel lumpsum of 500 USD. However, they must make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and necessary visa arrangements.
For more details about UNOPS internships please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Internships-and-volunteering.aspx Background Information - Senegal
Located in Dakar, the UNOPS office in Senegal has developed a strong working relation with the Governments of West Africa and international partners over the years. It provides technical support in strategic development areas including elections; procurement and related capacity building; environmental protection, as well as infrastructure rehabilitation and development.
A Partnerships Unit (PU) has been established to support the development of new engagement opportunities in the sub-region and increase CIOHโs project and programme portfolio. The Partnership Unit coordinates, supports and monitors the development of the portfolio. The Unit report directly to the Hub Director serving, as an interface between the project centers and the operational hub. The Partnership Advisor will work within the Partnership Unit.