Partnership and Resource Mobilization Analyst

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UNDP Malawi’s Country Programme Document (CPD) is closely aligned to the Malawi’s Development Goals and Strategy (MDGS) and supports Malawi’s aim to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. UNDP ‘s programme is designed to address the interlinked issues of poverty, inequality and vulnerability to shocks and is managed within two portfolios: Responsive Institutions and Citizen Engagement (RICE) which works towards strengthening effective, accountable, and inclusive governance that promotes civic engagement, respect for human rights, rule of law, peace and democracy. It also works towards strengthening data generation and analysis; Resilience and Sustainable Growth (RSG) which focusses on enhancing economic innovation, inclusive business, job creation, and renewable energy access. It also works towards helping Malawi adapt to climate change and build resilience to disasters.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative, the Partnership and Resource Mobilization Analyst supports the Management and programme portfolio to spearhead the overall effort to build partnerships to mobilize sustainable funding base in the Malawi CO. The Partnership Analyst develops the country office partnerships building and resource mobilization strategy, tools and procedures and coordinates their implementation, leads donor intelligence, supports strengthening of UNDP position in Malawi and the Africa region and developing strategic partnerships with government, donors, private sector and CSO.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Partnership Analyst will be responsible for the formulation and implementation of CO strategies related to partnerships building and resource mobilization; Strong positioning of UNDP in Malawi; Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing. Specific duties and responsibilities will include:

1. Formulates and implements CO strategies related to partnerships building and resource mobilization, focusing on achievement of the following results: Facilitate the development / updating of CO Partnership and Communication Action Plan (PCAP).

Coordinate with the Malawi CO programme portfolios to implement the PCAP.

External and internal analysis for assessing CO opportunities for partnership resource mobilization.

Develop a 3 year funding pipeline for Malawi CO

Explore opportunities for engagement with International Financial Institutions.

Scanning of the opportunities in the country based on partner-specific intelligence and the competitive landscape; identification where the CO competency strengths overlap with partner/client needs

Analysis of key development and sectoral policies currently being discussed and implemented in the country and key donors willing to support policies

Negotiation, drafting and revision of agreements with donors. Monitoring of overall implementation of agreements.

Assessment of the level of CO engagement with each donor: type and level of contact and particular areas of interest; development of strategy to position the CO to become a priority partner for the donor.

Identification of emerging sources of funding; assessment of their current usage and potential for the future.

Development and implementation of a donor intelligence strategy (partners, needs and priorities, perception of UNDP by its current and potential future partners, and projection of UNDP’ added value and potential role).

Development of specific donor fund-raising strategies and approaches

Development of a Client Relationship Management mechanism to support country office promotion of a partnership culture in the office at all levels.

Negotiation of mutually beneficial agreements, compliance with partner requirements, including donor reporting requirements.

Analyze the latest corporate partnership survey outcome and facilitate implementation of action plans to strengthen Malawi CO’s engagement.

Maintain relations with donors and ensure they are consistently and timely informed on important operational issues

Manage donor funding agreement information and support projects and portfolios to meet donor obligations including reporting, audit and evaluations.

2. Strongly positions UNDP with partners focusing on achievement of the following results:

Identification of opportunities for UNDP in its relationship with other UN Agencies, Government, and other non-state actors.

Implementation of CO strategy for partnering with UN Agencies around UN Cooperation Framework, SDGs and other joint programming for implementation of UN Reform.

3. Facilitates knowledge building and knowledge sharing as required by the organization, focusing on the following results:

Support organization of round tables, discussion forums on selected strategic topics in coordination with portfolio managers

Identification and formulation of lessons learned and recommendations to be integrated into broader CO knowledge management efforts.

Contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Organization and conduct of trainings on RM and partnerships building in the Country Office.

Prepare high quality infographic presentations

Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNDP; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNDP procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented;

Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNDP in daily activities and behaviors while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior; does not abuse power or authority;

Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues;

Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.

Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities;

Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;

Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary;

Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNDP’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

one or more of the following areas is required: programme management, communication, grants management, resource mobilization, partnerships, and fundraising.

Other Desirable Skills: This should be supported with excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;

Located in Southern Africa, Malawi is landlocked, sharing its borders with Mozambique, Zambia and Tanzania. The country has an estimated population of 18.6 million (2019), with over eight native ethnic groups making up the population. The country’s official languages are Chichewa and English, which over half of the population is capable of speaking. Malawi remains one of the poorest countries in the world despite making significant economic and structural reforms to sustain economic growth. The economy is heavily dependent on agriculture, employing nearly 80% of the population, and it is vulnerable to external shocks. The political climate is more stable than it has been in the past. Volunteers moving to Malawi can expect warm temperatures between November and April, when it is also prone to equatorial rain and thunderstorms, with the heavy rains reaching their zenith around March. Malawi is generally a very peaceful country and volunteers should be fairly safe. Nevertheless, there is crime, but it is most often opportunistic. For residential security, UNDP will ensure compliance with Residential Security Measures as defined by UNDSS.