Business Support Associate (Private Sector Partnership), Fixed Term-G6, New Delhi

WFP encourages female candidates and people with disabilities to apply

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis. We are committed to promoting diversity and the principle of equal employment opportunity for all our employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of religion or belief, ethnic or social background, gender, gender identity and disability.

VACANCY DETAILS

Job Title: Business Support Associate (Private Sector Partnership)

Grade: G6

Type of Contract: Fixed Term

Duration: 1 Year (Renewable)

Reporting To: Partnership Officer (Private Sector)- Head of Unit

Duty Station: New Delhi

Date of Publication: 30-Jan-2024

Deadline of Application: 13-Feb-2024

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This vacancy is open to Indian National only This vacancy is open to internal and external candidates. As per WFP's Recruitment & Selection Policy, the definition of ''internal'' is only applicable to WFP staff members holding a permanent, continuing or FT Appointment Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted A Written test will be used for Screening Candidates Only recommended candidates will be retained on roaster for a period of two years and may be considered for similar positions from roaster.

The salary for this position is non-taxable (subject to medical and pension deduction). The incumbent will be entitled to benefits related medical, pension, leave as per WFP policy.

JOB PURPOSE:

The position will support, coordinate and control a full range of business support services for the Private Sector Partnerships team to ensure that services are delivered effectively in raising funds for WFP India’s projects. The position will also facilitate the team in effectively positioning WFP with external partners to attract resources, technical assistance and innovative solutions to advance the work of WFP, while supporting India in the achievement of the SDGs and Zero Hunger and emphasizing WFP’s contributions in this regard.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (Not all inclusive)

Under the overall supervision of the Country Director and under the day-to-day supervision of the Partnerships Officer (Private Sector) – Head of Unit, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the Private Sector team in mobilizing resources for WFP activities in India in collaboration with the programme teams and the Partnership team and perform the following key functions:

• Provide dedicated support to implement the work plan for the assigned area to enable WFP to identify, develop and strengthen quality partnerships in support of WFP’s strategic objectives in India;
• Assist the manager in the partnerships portfolio, including partner profiling and outreach activities, with the aim to maximize resources and leverage policy and technical support for WFP’s work;
• Support partner visibility and ensure partner conditions are met.
• Provide support to create and dispatch marketing collaterals using Canva, MS Powerpoint, MS Publisher and other creative design software, project concept notes, infographics etc that showcase WFP’s projects, areas of work and impact generated.
• Assist manager in monitoring and maintaining a robust database of private sector contacts, including but not limited to UHNIs, CXOs and CSR professionals.
• Prepare and consolidate research analytics to identify private sector entities that can help achieve WFP’s strategic objectives. Conduct research, gather and analyse information on fundraising trends, regulations, and practices.
• Assess and recommend improvements to procedures and practices to contribute to the effective delivery of business support services keep abreast of private sector corporate social responsibility (CSR) movements.
• Provide support to contribute to partnerships strategies, including the development of Partnership Action Plans; prepare partner proposals and reports by engaging with other WFP entities and external stakeholders.
• Prepare and/or consolidate comprehensive reports, documentation, correspondence, briefing notes, etc. and proactively highlight strategic issues to senior staff to inform best course of action and nurture partnership growth.
• Support donor stewardship through contributing to effective dissemination of information, communications support, and partnership reporting.
• Coordinate other related duties as required such as organising events, donor field visits, keeping track of networking opportunities, CSR and sustainability Awards, events and participating to generate leads.
• Provide full range of comprehensive support to manager in the preparation of strategic agreements, joint strategies and MOUs in order to promote the SDGs and Zero Hunger on the national, regional and global agenda and to reach advantageous outcomes for WFP;
• Oversee the maintenance of databases to ensure information is organized and readily available and compliant with all relevant regulations and policies.
• Support in the WFP Trust for India activities
• Others as required.

Education , Experience , Knowledge & Skills

Education:

• Secondary Education, preferably with specialized certification in the related functional area, such as graphic design. University degree in Political Science, International Development, Development Economics, International Relations, Law, Marketing, Communications or other relevant field, will be desirable

Experience:

• Minimum six or more years of progressively responsible work experience in partnership roles including in fundraising and donor relations, CSR or other related fields.
• Work experience in the area of fundraising, negotiations, public relations is essential.
• Work experience designing marketing collaterals, infographics and digital marketing content is required.
• Work experience within the private sector in Corporate social responsibility in India will be an asset.

Knowledge & Skills

• Can create visually striking marketing collaterals and develop value propositions using best-in-class designing tools for WFP
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Has developed powerful narratives by using data analysis visualization to enable action-oriented discussions with partners.

• Has prepared briefs to raise resources for operations and collaborated for timely registration, maintenance and update of contributions and forecasts.

• Has motivated team spirit and contributed to a gender-balanced, inclusive and sound working environment.

• Is well versed with the philanthropic and private sector giving scenario and familiar with the related legislative framework in India.

Language: Fluency in oral and written communication skills in English.

How To Apply

To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply via (https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.

WFP Common Standards of behaviour

This is Leading Through Others – Level 1 role and following behaviours are expected:

• Leads by Example with Integrity
• Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments
• Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork
• Applies Strategic Thinking
• Builds & Maintain Sustainable Partnerships

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment.