Partnership Officer

Job description

Details
Mission and objectives

UNICEF helps build a world where the rights of every child are fully realized. It is our conviction that nurturing and caring for children are the cornerstones of human progress. UNICEF was created in 1946 to work with others to overcome the obstacles that poverty, violence, disease and discrimination place in a child’s path. It has global authority to influence decision-makers, and a wide variety of partners at grassroots level to turn the most innovative ideas into reality. For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and Governments.

Context

UNICEF’s Country Programme 2023-2027 in Zambia is dedicated to reaching the most disadvantaged children by collaborating with the Government to enhance basic social services and ensuring these services are accessible to all children, particularly the most vulnerable. The Communication, Advocacy, Partnerships, and Engagement (CAPE) section at the Zambia country office plays a key role in this mission. It focuses on developing integrated advocacy strategies, generating awareness about child rights and UNICEF’s mission, mobilizing resources and engaging children, adolescents, and youth to achieve positive outcomes against the children’s rights agenda in Zambia. Partnerships is a key component of CAPE, responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders, including development partners, individual donors, corporations, and foundations. In 2025, the office aims to mobilize $15 million to achieve its programmatic objectives. The Partnerships Officer will contribute to this mission by supporting the roll out of transformative public private partnerships, monitoring fundraising trends and enhancing knowledge management.

Task description

Under the direct supervision of the Partnerships Specialist, the Partnership Officer will undertake the following tasks: Resource mobilization and donor engagement • Support data analysis of evidence-based advocacy documents aligned with the strategic advocacy areas. • Support the preparation of briefing notes and resource mobilization products as necessary. • Record and manage all donor interactions and engagements into UNICEF Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, including tracking proposals submitted and active leads. • Prepare pitches and compelling fundraising materials. • Help with communication for fundraising efforts as needed. • Support the roll out of strategic initiative targeting youth and private sector (i.e. YOMA). Knowledge management and effectiveness • Support the analysis of the current fundraising environment and trends to contribute to the identification of new resource mobilization streams and partnerships opportunities. • Support the development and maintenance of a partnerships map and contact list of key individuals, groups, organizations, and fora whose support can assist in achieving UNICEF Zambia Country Office’s objectives. • Support the collection, coordination, and distribution of information and updates across relevant internal and external stakeholder channels. • Monitor the Zambia Country Office funding gap and progress against Resource Mobilization targets, contributing to reports on results. • Maintain Resource Mobilization SharePoint internal site. • Organize and facilitate knowledge sharing events (hybrid).

Assignment requirements
Relevant experience

3 years

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Communications, Partnership Development and or related field.

Competencies and values

• Accountability • Adaptability and Flexibility • Building Trust • Commitment and Motivation • Commitment and Continuous Learning • Communication • Creativity • Ethics and Values • Integrity • Knowledge Sharing • Planning and Organizing • Professionalism • Respect for Diversity • Technological Awareness • Working in Teams

Skills and experience

Practical professional work experience in partnerships and fundraising for development is required. • Background/familiarity with child rights related policies and programmes. • Familiarity with youth engagement, participation and youth ecosystem, fundraising for development. • Familiarity with Faith Based Organisations and private sector Corporate Social Responsibility. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey UNICEF’s mission and goals. • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. • Ability to analyze fundraising trends and data to inform decision-making and strategy development. Demonstrated interest in: • Partnerships. • Fundraising. • Corporate Social Responsibility. • Philanthropy. • Innovative financing. • Children, adolescent and youth’s rights. • Sustainable Development Goals.

Area(s) of expertise

Business management, Communication, Development programmes

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