Consultant to deliver an Inter-Agency Resource Mobilization Strategy
Deliver a comprehensive Inter-Agency Resource Mobilization Strategy and related plans.
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Overview
Deliver a comprehensive Inter-Agency Resource Mobilization Strategy and related plans.
You have:
- Advanced University degree in international development, economics, social sciences, or related field; MA required, PhD an asset.
- 10 years' experience in resource mobilization or donor relations for UN agencies and/or NGOs is required.
- Proven experience in resource mobilization strategy development.
- Expertise in communications and advocacy strategy development.
- Strong understanding of humanitarian and basic human needs issues, preferably in Afghanistan.
- Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to create compelling narratives and messaging.
- Experience in fundraising and donor engagement, particularly in a UN context.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
- Fluency in English is required.
Contract
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Result of Service
• A one-day UN Communications Group Workshop. • An Inter-Agency Resource Mobilization Strategy for Humanitarian and Basic Human Needs support in Afghanistan (2025-6). • A Communications and Advocacy Plan (2025-26). • A short report summarizing the outcomes of group discussions and stakeholder engagements.
Work Location
Kabul, Afghanistan
Expected duration
1-30 Sep 2024
Duties and Responsibilities
Background: In 2024, some 23.7 million people in Afghanistan – more than half of the country’s population – require humanitarian assistance. The humanitarian crisis continues to be driven by economic regression, the aftermath of over forty years of conflict, and recurring environmental and natural disasters. Poverty, food insecurity, and gaps in essential services are highest in rural areas, with women, children, the elderly, female-headed households, and persons with disabilities considered the most vulnerable. The impact of edicts issued by de facto authorities in Afghanistan in December 2022 and April 2023 prohibiting women from working for international and national Non-Governmental Organizations, and the United Nations, continue to be felt by vulnerable Afghans and aid agencies serving them. The United Nations and its partners recognize that humanitarian aid alone will not be enough to sustainably address the large-scale developmental gaps and build resilience for the Afghan people in the medium and long term. As such, humanitarian efforts should be complemented and reinforced with interventions addressing basic human needs that aim to reduce the dependency on humanitarian assistance over time and support Afghans, particularly women, girls, and other vulnerable groups, to a) build resilience to shocks, b) sustain livelihoods, c) protect human rights and fundamental freedoms, d) strengthen social cohesion and build social capital, and e) preserve hard-won development gains achieved over the past two decades, including with regard to service delivery. This approach is also important for the identification and achievement of durable solutions to displacement caused by conflict, climate change, and sudden onset natural disasters. Afghanistan hosts 24 UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes (AFP’s) delivering together with partners under the Humanitarian Needs Response Plan (HNRP) and the UN Strategic Framework for Afghanistan (UNSFA). These main planning documents are complemented by the Integrated appeal for Afghan returnees from Pakistan launched in May 2024, to outline both humanitarian needs across the border as well as the basic human needs response in areas of return. UN AFP’s continue to work closely with the international community to highlight the needs in Afghanistan. Objective: The primary objective of this position is to facilitate the development of a comprehensive Inter-Agency Resource Mobilization Strategy (2025-6), supported by an Inter-Agency Communications and Advocacy Strategy that resonates with target audiences, enables a joined-up approach to resource mobilization and aims to enhance support to humanitarian and basic human needs efforts in Afghanistan. Duties and responsibilities 1. Facilitation of a one-day UN Communications Group Workshop: o Lead and coordinate meetings with the communications group, with a focus deliberating and agreeing on a concise narrative, key messages and actionable joint initiatives. o Foster a collaborative environment that encourages input and discussion among participants. o Guide the group towards achieving consensus on priority collective objectives and strategies. 2. Inter-Agency Resource Mobilization Strategy: o Lead the drafting process for an Inter-Agency Resource Mobilization Strategy. o Consult with and seek inputs from inter-agency fora on the Strategy, including the Durable Solutions Working Group, Programme Management Team, Inter-Cluster Communications Team and other relevant groups. o Engage with other relevant UN bodies and stakeholders to ensure alignment and integration of strategies. o Identify core themes and funding opportunities including new opportunities which can be leveraged for humanitarian and basic human needs’ initiatives. 3. Development of an Inter-Agency Communications and Advocacy Strategy: o Conduct a situational analysis to identify communication gaps and opportunities. o Collaborate with stakeholders to define the vision, mission, and goals for the plan. o Develop a cohesive narrative and key messages which align with inter-agency objectives and resonate with target audiences including the international community. o Create an actionable implementation plan with timelines, responsibilities, and metrics for success.
Qualifications/special skills
Advanced University degree in international development, economics, social sciences, or related field; MA required, PhD an asset. 10 years' experience in resource mobilization or donor relations for UN agencies and/or NGOs is required. Competencies and special skills requirements: • Proven experience in resource mobilization strategy development • Expertise in communications and advocacy strategy development • Strong understanding of humanitarian and basic human needs issues, preferably in Afghanistan. • Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills. • Demonstrated ability to create compelling narratives and messaging. • Experience in fundraising and donor engagement, particularly in a UN context inter-Agency experience in this area is an asset. • Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For this assignment fluency in English 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
| Describe a time you successfully developed a resource mobilization strategy. What was your approach? | This question assesses your practical experience and success in developing a strategy relevant to the role. | Provide a structured answer that includes your specific actions, the strategy's impact, and lessons learned. |
| How do you ensure effective communication and collaboration among diverse stakeholders? | The interviewer wants to understand your interpersonal skills and ability to work with different groups. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies have you used to engage donors and secure funding? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach developing communication plans in a humanitarian context? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a compelling narrative you created? What was its purpose and outcome? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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