Resource Mobilization officer

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Jakarta Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Field Operations Coordination Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 15/01/2024 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- **1. Background and objectives** UNESCO seeks to engage the services of an individual consultant with a proven understanding of UNESCO and resource mobilization landscape in Asia and the Pacific to support the implementation of programmes and projects in all UNESCO fields of competencies at the UNESCO Multisectoral Regional office in Jakarta. **2. Duties and expected outputs** Under the overall authority and direct supervision of the Director of the UNESCO Regional office in Jakarta, the incumbent will support the office in its capacity as a multisectoral regional office covering Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Timor Leste, to strengthen resource mobilization in all UNESCO fields of competence. The incumbent works within the frameworks of UNESCO's Medium‐Term Strategy (C/4), the approved Programme and Budget (C/5) and in alignment with national and global development plans such as the UNESCO Country Strategies, UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), and the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). More specifically: Long Description ---------------- **1. Strategy** - Support the Director of UNESCO Office in Jakarta in developing, implementing and keeping its Resource Mobilization strategy up to date, in close consultation with programme specialists of all sectors and provide support in developing a strategy for engagement with targeted donors. - Network and coordinate with the resource mobilization officers in other regional multisectoral offices in Asia-Pacific region to ensure a coherent and harmonized approach to resource mobilization. **2. Donor Intelligence** - Pro-actively identify and disseminate information on potential donors/partners and funding opportunities at regional and national level in all UNESCO fields of competency and related intersectoral programmes. - Keep up to date with the latest developments and in initiatives of relevance to the countries under UNESCO Jakarta (e.g., donor trends, new funding initiatives on thematic areas announced by international donors, donors announcing interest in relevant countries, donors contributing to emergency appeals, etc.); participate in relevant webinars, trainings, workshops, etc. - Monitor all pipeline resource mobilization efforts by UNESCO Jakarta and systematically share information and updates with concerned colleagues and BSP. Long Description ---------------- **3. Proposals and pitching material** - Develop key messages on the added value of UNESCO in each niche area that can be included in concept notes and project documents. - Support programme specialists in developing compelling proposals including those in response to calls for proposals, quality assurance, budgeting for donor visibility, reporting agreements, and help coordinate joint submissions by two or more field offices, when applicable. - Develop a set of compelling communication assets such as fact sheets, a standard slide presentation, etc. that can be customized easily for different donors. **4. Relationship Management** - Support the Director in maintaining effective and positive relationships with all decentralized representatives of donors (incl. potential donors); - Act as the focal point and responsible person to respond to any ad-hoc queries coming from decentralized representatives of donors. - Organize decentralized donor review meetings or steering committee meetings, and organize and implement donor visits, in collaboration with the relevant programme colleagues and in coordination with BSP at Headquarters. - Participate in regular Office meetings and document and follow up on discussions related to resource mobilization. - Ensure that all key documents for donor relations (Proposals, reports, field trip documentation, key correspondence, donor visibility material, etc.) are filed and shared within the office and with BSP at Headquarters. Long Description ---------------- **3. Deliverables** - Updated resource mobilization strategy, funding Gap assessment, Donor mapping by niche, Donor database and Customized proposals to address each donor by niche. - Conclude at least 5 financial partnerships and 5 new strategic partners. - At least 5 new concept notes/project documents to submit to potential donors. - Database listing of all pipeline funds (donors, amounts, status, etc.) and keep it current. - Monthly progress reports highlighting achievements for the reporting period (e.g., No. of proposals developed/submitted to donors, total number of campaigns launched, donors approached/acquired, pipeline funds status, Actual funds raised, Funding Gap as of date, etc.) - Final report - which shall also include, insight into individual fundraising in the region, opportunities identified, challenges experienced, and lessons learnt to support future fundraising and partnership efforts. **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- **a. Education** - Advanced University degree in natural sciences, international relations, Business Administration, marketing, communication or other relevant fields to resource mobilization. A first-level university degree in international relations, business administration, marketing, communication or other relevant fields to resource mobilization, in combination with two (2) additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree **b. Work Experience** - For master’s degree holders: A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience in one or several subject areas related to resource mobilization/marketing, of which preferably 2 years acquired at international level. - For bachelor’s degree holders: A minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience in one or several subject areas related to resource mobilization/marketing, of which preferably 2 years acquired at international level - Experience in writing material for partnerships/resource mobilization, including policies, project proposals and promotional material. ​​​**c. Skills and competencies** - Excellent interpersonal skills for teamwork and work in a multicultural setting and ability to interact effectively with different stakeholders inside and outside the Organization. - Excellent ability to organize meetings, calls and documents that may require the input of multiple sources; - Excellent knowledge of global/ regional development aid and philanthropy landscape. **d. Languages** - Excellent knowledge of English. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- - Similar experience working with diverse organizations in the region and in another UN agency. - Experience of mobilising resources for education from dedicated multilateral and bilateral funding source including, for example, GPE, Education Cannot Wait, the EU - Knowledge of SAP and other IT based systems for planning and monitoring voluntary contributions and of systems for tracking resource mobilization and outreach to donors. - Good knowledge of UNESCO or UN System; Knowledge of UNESCO’s programme and approved priorities; familiarity with the work and general function of UNESCO and international organizations in the UN system - Knowledge of UN Rules, Regulations, and administrative procedures. - Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO – French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the [UNESCO careers website.](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl) No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. **Footer** ---------- UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States ([last update here](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution)) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.