Partnerships Consultant CST I

Overview

Support partnerships strategy and resource mobilization efforts in Latin America.

You have:

• Advanced University degree in social sciences or relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of experience and training.
• 5 years or more of relevant progressive work experience in partnerships and resource mobilization and relevant functions.
• Fluency in English language and Spanish.

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WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

Are you interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Are you passionate about helping those in need? Would you like to join a global organization investing in its people? If so, an exciting & fulfilling career awaits you! Join our diverse and passionate team that works on varied and international projects directly contributing to saving & changing millions of lives around the globe.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The deadline to apply for this position is January 1st, 2024.

WHO WE ARE

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), a highly prestigious, reputable & world’s largest humanitarian organization, operating in more than 120 countries and territories, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies, building pathways to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods for a world with zero hunger.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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JOB PURPOSE

WFP in Latin America is looking to strengthen, grow and diversify its partnership base, enhancing its relations with funding partners in the humanitarian, development and triple nexus space. The purpose of the assignment is to provide support to the Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean to implement and advance in the 2020-2023 Regional Partnerships Strategy. The incumbent will support WFP’s effective positioning with public and external partners to attract resources, technical assistance and innovative solutions to advance the work of WFP. To do so the incumbent also support Senior Management, RBP Partnerships Unit and Country Offices with donor intelligence, guidance and advise to consolidate and grow a portfolio of donors for the Region.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Implement the work plan for an assigned area to enable WFP to identify, develop and strengthen quality partnerships in support of WFP strategic objectives. 2. Proactively contribute to a partnerships portfolio, including partner profiling, data/trends analysis and outreach activities, with the aim to maximize resources and leverage policy and technical support for WFP’s work; Ensure partner visibility and that partner conditions are met. 3. Use data to propose options to managers to expand support from existing partners and to scope new partners, guided by programmatic assessment and context-specific analysis, with the aim to enhance the impact of WFP’s work and diversify the resource base. 4. Gather and share partner intelligence (including forecasting), using key information systems (e.g. Salesforce, WINGS, WFPGo). 5. Solicit inputs from other functional entities, RBs and COs on WFP’s programmatic offering that can gain traction with individual partner audiences; Conduct analysis and draft quality briefs in support of outreach opportunities.

Page 2 of 4 Last revision: 04 05 2022 6. Provide inputs to partnerships strategies, including the development of Partnership Action Plans; Draw up quality partner proposals and reports by engaging with other WFP entities and external stakeholders. 9. Contribute to 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. 10. Facilitate corporate dialogue with partners through networking and information sharing; Proactively highlight strategic issues to senior managers and propose options for the best course of action to nurture trust and partnership growth. 11. Contribute to preparedness actions, providing technical recommendations and guidance, and monitor defined risks. 12. Other as required.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF CONTRACT

By the completion of this contract date, the incumbent will have presented to full completion, the following deliverables:

1. Development briefs, reports, proposals, and other material to support Country Offices and Management to maintain, grow and diversify the donor portfolio base. 2. Identify new opportunities and support Country Offices in donor stewardship. 3. Support to strengthen capacities of Country Offices in partnership management.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK: EXPECTED BEHAVIOURS

Lead by example with integrity.

1. Demonstrate and encourage others to uphold WFP values, principles, and standards.
2. Value diversity using respectful and inclusive language, and encourage others to do the same.
3. Stay focused and calm when under pressure, encourage others to do the same, and offer guidance and support to manage difficult situations.
4. Demonstrate humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and acting on feedback, and pursuing opportunities to develop.

Drive results and deliver on commitments.

1. Identify and align objectives to the required outcomes, holding self and/or others accountable for the delivery of results for maximum impact.
2. Delegate responsibly and provide appropriate support, empowering others to deliver results.
3. Respond readily to change in different contexts and adapt accordingly.

Be inclusive and collaborative.

1. Promote inclusive teamwork and psychological safety by encouraging colleagues to collaborate by sharing ideas and openly raising issues.
2. Support development for others by giving timely and constructive feedback.
3. Seek out, trust and listen attentively to diverse views to capture, learn, build, and share new perspectives.

Apply strategic thinking.

1. Communicate and fulfil WFP's vision and operational outcomes to deliver meaningful solutions.
2. Demonstrate curiosity, design and implement new ways of doing things when relevant.
3. Gather data and different perspectives, share knowledge, and use evidence to inform decision making.
4. Implement decisions, considering the risks and implications of actions for teams, projects, and other initiatives.

Build and maintain sustainable partnerships.

1. Initiate and build partnerships by identifying and promoting opportunities for mutual areas of interest and benefit.
2. Collaborate with partners to deliver common objectives by sharing information and working together on agreed solutions.

STANDARD AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced University degree in social sciences or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses

Experience: 5 years or more of relevant progressive work experience in partnerships and resource mobilization and relevant functions.

Language: Fluency in English language and Spanish.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Has a basic understanding of government and corporate strategies and priorities and experience in developing multi-stakeholder partnerships. • Has explored new partnership opportunities, provided inputs into developing solutions with prospective partners and explored new areas to scale-up existing activities. • Has designed and managed all resource mobilization processes and resource strategies, negotiated contract terms and provided resourcing advice to seniors. • Has gained experience in using technology and digital tools for data collection, analysis and shared data-based insights to add value to all partnerships. • Has supported creation of external communications and briefing materials.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Duty station: Panama City, Panama

Type of Contract: International Consultancy Contract

Level: REG CST-1

Duration: 9 months

Successful candidates will be placed in a roster for two (2) years.

Consultants are recognized authorities or specialists in a specific field and whose services are utilized in an advisory, consultative, or demonstrative capacity.

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Reasonable Accommodation

To enhance the accessibility and inclusiveness of the recruitment process at the World Food Programme (WFP), we encourage individuals requiring disability-related accommodations or other accessibility assistance to reach out to us. Please email your requests to global.inclusion@wfp.org. Upon receiving your email, a dedicated member of our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) team will contact you to discuss your needs in a confidential and supportive manner. We are committed to providing a recruitment experience that respects and responds to the unique needs of every candidate.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

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