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UNDP Policy and Partnerships Specialist || Apply Now
Under the overall guidance of the UN SDG Action Campaign Global Director and direct supervision of the Deputy Director, the Policy and Partnerships Specialist reports directly to the Deputy Director providing strategic advisory support to the UN SDG Action Campaign.
Duties and Responsibilities of Policy and Partnerships Specialist
Lead on policy coordination for the UN SDG Action Campaign
- Provide strategic advice on policy priorities for the Campaign and coordinate the Campaign messaging across communications channels;
- Lead the preparation of substantive documentation for the Campaign, including briefing notes, talking points, scripts, proposals, presentations and background materials;
- Conduct policy research and analyses and prepare analytical briefs on key Campaign priorities;
- Monitor policy and decision-making processes and events related to the priorities and strategy of the Campaign.
Ensure effective coordination of partnerships portfolio of the UN SDG Action Campaign
- Coordinate the outreach and partnership efforts of the UN SDG Action Campaign with key constituencies, including civil society organizations, to collaborate on advocacy and campaigning initiatives aligned with the UN SDG Action Campaign priorities and strategy;
- Manage and nurture existing partnerships, including coordinating with donors;
- Identify and develop new advocacy partnerships and alliances to enhance the Campaign’s and partners’ visibility;
- Provide strategic advice on partnerships opportunities and positioning of the Campaign;
Provide strategic support to the resource mobilization efforts of the UN SDG Action Campaign
- Identify and explore fundraising opportunities and provide strategic resource mobilization advice to the Campaign leadership;
- Facilitate the establishment and maintenance of relationships with existing and new donors and partners;
- Facilitate the preparation, submission and monitoring of funding proposals, funding agreements, narrative and financial reports, and related documentation with donors and partners.
Coordinate the strategic communications and advocacy efforts of the UN SDG Action Campaign
- Coordinate the narrative and messaging for the communications channels of the Campaign, including the Campaign’s website and social media channels;
- Coordinate the messaging for communications assets of the Campaign, including videos, podcasts and related assets.
- Provide strategic guidance for the monitoring and analysis of impact data from the communications and advocacy channels and products of the Campaign.
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Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in International Relations, International Development, Knowledge Management, Development Finance and/or related fields is required. Or
- A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas mentioned above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience:
- Minimum seven (7) years (with master’s degree) or 9 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in policy development and formulation, including for advocacy and communications purposes is required.
- Demonstrated track-record in policy research and analysis related to the SDGs is required.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant policy debates and multilateral processes related to the Sustainable Development Goals is required.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in English, both spoken and written required.
- Working knowledge of another UN language is desired.
Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
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Specifications
| Type of Opportunity | Internships |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 22 August,2024 |
| Country | Germany |
| City | Bonn |
| Organizer | UNDP |