Consultant - Programme Management

Lead knowledge management and enhance donor engagement through strategic analysis.

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Application deadline 1 year ago: Monday 13 Jan 2025 at 04:59 UTC

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Overview

Lead knowledge management and enhance donor engagement through strategic analysis.

You have:

  • Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as public policy, or international relations.
  • At least 5 years of experience in management consulting, policy development, and leadership support is required.
  • Presentation design skills are desirable.
  • Experience in analyzing data to support decision-making is desirable.
  • Experience in cultivating and maintaining relationships to non-profits and donors is desirable.
  • Ability to draft, review and evaluate scientific papers and studies is desirable.
  • Knowledge of emerging issues and global trends, and associated risks and opportunities is desirable.
  • Experience in working in Adobe InDesign or Canva is desirable.
  • Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.

Contract

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Result of Service

The organization achieves robust knowledge management through comprehensive use of CRM/Dynamics, enabling precise donor engagement and data-driven insights that inform strategic decisions. In-depth donor research and risk analysis identify high-impact alignment opportunities, maximizing engagement potential while minimizing challenges. Communications are clear and targeted, fostering strong stakeholder relationships with proactive responses and customized materials that advance key initiatives. Events are meticulously planned and continuously improved through feedback, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and high participant engagement. Finally, accurate documentation and detailed reporting highlight achievements, address challenges, and provide actionable insights that drive continuous organizational improvement.

Work Location

In-person

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Knowledge Management and Data Integrity: • Lead efforts to promote and ensure comprehensive use of CRM/Dynamics for knowledge management, maintaining accurate databases and contact lists to support strategic donor engagement and relationship management. • Conduct data entry and analysis to strengthen organizational insights, enhance reporting capabilities, and facilitate data-driven decision-making. Research and Strategic Analysis: • Perform in-depth research to identify potential prospects’ strategic priorities, funding structures, and grant-making processes, evaluating areas of alignment and due diligence needs. • Analyze risks and opportunities associated with donor engagement to inform strategic recommendations that maximize impact and mitigate challenges. Communications and Stakeholder Engagement: • Coordinate and support high-impact internal and external communications, organizing meetings, events, and outreach that align with strategic goals. • Draft compelling pitches, briefs, and tailored communication materials to effectively engage and inform stakeholders on key initiatives and partnership opportunities. • Proactively design and facilitate events that advance the organization’s mission, incorporating feedback mechanisms to evaluate and continuously enhance event effectiveness.

Qualifications/special skills

Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as public policy, or international relations. At least 5 years of experience in management consulting, policy development, and leadership support is required. Presentation design skills are desirable. Experience in analyzing data to support decision-making is desirable. Experience in cultivating and maintaining relationships to non-profits and donors is desirable. Ability to draft, review and evaluate scientific papers and studies is desirable. Knowledge of emerging issues and global trends, and associated risks and opportunities is desirable. Experience in working in Adobe InDesign or Canva is desirable.

Languages

Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a successful project you've managed that involved multiple stakeholders? This question assesses your project management and stakeholder engagement abilities. Discuss a specific project, the stakeholders involved, your role, and the outcome.
What strategies do you use to analyze data for decision-making? The interviewer wants to know your approach to data analysis and its application in strategy. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure effective communication with diverse stakeholders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell us about a challenge you faced in managing donor relationships and how you overcame it. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use for effective event planning and execution? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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