International Consultant to develop a Partnerships and Fundraising Strategy and Concept Notes

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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, hope

https://www.unicef.org/timorleste

How can you make a difference?

Under supervision of the Communication Specialist develop a partnership and fundraising strategy and related concept notes to help build on existing partnerships and mobilize resources required to support the implementation of the CPD 2021-2025.

WORK ASSIGNMENT

1.1. Desk review of existing strategies and documents including Concept Notes, CPD, Programme Strategy Notes, and other relevant documentation.

1.2. Mapping of donor and development partners (including UNICEF National Committee); donor trends; new funding initiatives on thematic areas or through other multi-lateral arrangements; opportunities for partnerships with the private sector.

2. Development of the Partnerships and Development Strategy

3. Development of Concept Notes

Note: each concept note is expected to be no longer than 4 pages.

DELIVERABLES

1. Desk review findings comprehensively documented and included in the strategy (findings included in the strategy and as annexures as relevant) - 5 days

2.1. Discussions with UNICEF, GoTL and partners

2.2. Submission of the final strategy and draft workplan, incorporating comments from UNICEF (10 days)

3.1. A total of six draft Concept Notes developed and shared with UNICEF

3.2. Submit final concept notes incorporating comments and suggestions from UNICEF (20 days)

DURATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT: 35 working days to be started as soon as possible

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• Knowledge of current theories and practice in strategic partnerships
• Experience in resource mobilization/donor relations and partnership management
• Experience in the development of concept notes and other fundraising material
• Knowledge of UNICEF, UN System, and global development aid and philanthropy landscape
• University degree in Business Administration, Communication, or relevant other fields
• Advanced skills in content development
• Excellent coordination skills
• Advanced knowledge of English, including writing and editing skills

For every Child, you demonstrate UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

• Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, updated CV, technical proposal and the financial proposal
• Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.