JOBS: Donor Relations Specialist at UNICEF

Key Functions, Accountabilities, And Related Duties/tasks

• In collaboration with the Donor Relations Specialist, Chief of Communication, and Chiefs of Programme, Support in:
• Proposal development (particularly on budget development) and contribution management (including no-cost extensions, reporting schedule amendments, etc.) as necessary.
• Implementing the CO Resource Mobilization Strategy and Work Plan, specifically on donor meetings and support to research and analysis of donor funding trends, and other ad hoc requests as necessary.
• Support in coordinating donor meetings, RMTF meetings and provide inputs to CMTs, EMTs, and other ad hoc requests as necessary
• Supports in the coordination of responses to donor-related queries (including with PPD) as necessary
• Supports Donor Reporting, including compilation and quality assurance, as necessary.
• Support the Donor Relations team in knowledge management and dissemination as necessary.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in International Development, International Relations, Human Rights, Communication, Social Sciences, or related field.
• A minimum of five years of relevant professional work experience. International and Developing country work experience
• Background/familiarity with Emergency is a strong asset.
• Proven record of excellent English writing, communication, and design skills. Must be creative and self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills (thinks outside of the box), good networking and collaboration skills paired with the ability to inspire others, and a strong drive for results.
• Demonstrated ability to design products in an easy-to-digest, visually appealing format.
• Robust understanding of how UNICEF works around the world.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) is required. Knowledge of a second UN language is considered an asset.