UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position:
VACANCY DETAILS
VACANCY CODE VA/2010/HQ/NY/OPA/P4/11-03
POSITION TITLE OUTREACH AND PARTNERSHIPS ADVISOR
POSITION # 00057746
POSITION LEVEL P4
ORG UNIT OUTREACH AND PARTNERSHIPS GROUP
DUTY STATION NEW YORK, USA
DURATION 1 YEAR (RENEWABLE SUBJECT TO BUDGET AND PERFORMANCE)
CLOSING DATE 24 NOVEMBER 2010
BACKGROUND
UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the United Nations system and its partners to implement peace building, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. Working in some of the most challenging environments UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.
This post in the Outreach and Partnerships Group (OPG) will allow UNOPS to strengthen its relationship with North American -based entities such as UN agencies, funds and programmes in NY as well as key donors in Washington , DC (e.g., World Bank, US Government) and NGOs. OPG has no dedicated North American based staff member which makes negotiations, partnership building, and project design extremely challenging.
The post will assist UNOPS is addressing its core values and principles which ground our approach and behavior:
-Accountability for results and efficient use of resources
-Respect of national ownership and capacity
-Harmonization within the United Nations and beyond
-Service to others
With a mandate of providing management and implementation support services in development, emergency and post-conflict environments, UNOPS makes tangible contributions to the operational results of its partners in the areas of:
-Rebuilding peace and stability after conflict
-Early recovery of communities affected by natural disasters
-Ability of people to develop local economies and obtain social services
-Environmental sustainability and adaptation to climate change
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The outreach and partnerships advisor supports UNOPS through the Outreach and Partnerships Group
(OPG), with partnership, project development, operational and risk management advice in support of UNOPS goals and objectives. The incumbent will report to the Director, Outreach and Partnerships in
Copenhagen for substantive and corporate matters but will be located within the UNOPS North America Office (NAO).
As a key member of the Outreach and Partnerships Group (OPG), the Outreach and Partnerships
Advisor will prepare and facilitate the development and implementation of UNOPS partnership strategy with New York based UN Partners and Donors as well as the World Bank and USAID in Washington D.C.
He/she will analyze UNOPS’ present strategic positioning , pursue partnership and business opportunities, assist with initial programme development and assist the Director, OPG, with technical negotiations, build on existing partnerships ensuring that actions and initiatives undertaken are aimed at improving the business and partnership management systems and initiatives required by UNOPS to achieve long-term success.
The incumbent will support the Executive Office, including the Director, OPG as well as the Regional
Director, NAO, in servicing the Executive Board by attending meetings, compiling materials, and assisting in the preparation of statements and papers, as requested.
The incumbent will develop regular contact with the UN Development Group (UNDG) and its membership of 32 funds, programmes, agencies, and offices that play a role in development.
The initiatives presently to be undertaken include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Develop and implement UNOPS’business and partnership strategy with New York and Washington
D.C. based partners, pursue business acquisition and advise / support senior management and operational staff. He/she will ensure that UNOPS is able to clearly and accurately provide relevant partners with up-todate information on how UNOPS pursues new business, delivers services and prices its provision of services. He/she will also ensure that clients know that UNOPS assumes projects and services on a full cost-recovery basis.
2. Support the development of policies and procedures; the establishment of performance delivery and business acquisition targets, the monitoring of performance standards/indicators and control mechanisms throughout UNOPS to ensure all Partners’ offices and institutions are served effectively and efficiently and to ensure the improved management of activities at the project level.
3. Support field offices in business opportunities analysis, partnerships development and programme design.
4. Meet and build working relationships with key staff in the UN. Develop a large network amongst relevant
UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes as well as Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) and the
Department of Field Support (DFS).
5. Establish a close working relationship with the Donor community in New York and Washington D.C. (e.g.,World Bank and USAID).
6. Expand UNOPS outreach by exploring new partnership opportunities with the NGO community, academia, foundations and the Private Sector
7. Be the primary point of contact with the UN Global Compact office, providing input to newsletters, answering queries, etc.
8. Provide support, advice, and assistance to Regional Directors, OC Directors and Project Managers in regard to programs, funds and future trends. Support decision making with policy analysis of US based partners and potential effects on UNOPS strategies and work.
9. Participate in key partnership building meetings and ensure their systematic and timely follow-up.
Represent UNOPS in strategic and relevant UN and Donors conferences / events in New York and
Washington D.C.
10. Organize online and face-to-face training workshops for UNOPS Personnel, as required, on partnering with US-based partners.
11. Arrange and facilitate high level meetings between UNOPS and US based relevant partners’ senior management.
12. Follow-up with Partners on the status of future funds and projects relevant to UNOPS.
13. Establish annual business development targets in coordination with the Director, OPG.
14. In close cooperation with the Communications Unit, develop relevant UNOPS capacity statements and information materials.
15. Assist the Director, OPG in close cooperation with the Communications Unit, with knowledge management by creating and maintaining a clearinghouse of information related to stakeholders, previous activities, successes, etc.
16. Assist cluster and portfolio managers of NAO in securing new business, as part of the overall business development efforts of, and in close cooperation with, the Regional Director, NAO.
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
REQUIRED SELECTION CRITERIA
COMPETENCIES
- Partnering, networking, negotiating: Capacity to build, initiate and sustain relationships with Partners and Donors ; communicates sensitively and effectively across different institutions.
- Solid experience in developing and implementing business and partnership strategies, preferably in a self-financing and internationally diverse environment.
- Broad understanding of UNOPS' business and its clients, UNOPS Financial Rules and Regulations, as well as UN mandates and the ability to work in its political environment.
- Broad understanding of the fund arrangements, programs, rules and regulations of UN Partners and Donors.
- Ability to stay focused under pressure and to execute tough decisions.
- Strategic vision, strong operational and analytical capacities, sound judgment.
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- Very good organizational skills and ability to handle effectively multiple tasks without compromising quality, team spirit and positive working relationships with colleagues.
- Dependability and reliability, initiative and the ability to accept responsibility.
- Ability to manage the day-to-day operations of an operational service team.
- Global mind-set with sensitivity to diverse cultures and workforce.
- A high level of energy and enthusiasm
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to promote and demonstrate in day-to-day operations integrity, trust and open communication.
- Knowledge of project management methodology such as Prince2 a distinct advantage.
- Field experience in the UN or an international organization considered a very strong advantage.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LANGUAGE
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, communications, law, public policy, economics, political science, marketing, or related field.
- At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in an international business Environment out of which minimum 4 years in business development and partnership management.
- Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an asset.
Submission of Applications
Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), via e-mail to vacancies@unops.org. Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.
For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org
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