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, a chance

This consultancy seeks to provide essential support to UNICEF’s Senior Partnerships Advisor within the Disability Team, focusing on expanding partnerships and resource mobilization to advance the Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy (DIPAS) endorsed in December 2022. This initiative aligns with UNICEF’s Programme Group priorities and presents a strategic opportunity for Private Fundraising and Partnerships Division (PFP) to bolster disability inclusion efforts across UNICEF’s work while exploring new fundraising avenues.

How can you make a difference?

• Conduct thorough prospect mapping for high-value private sector channels, including Global Philanthropy, Corporate Partnerships, Foundation Partnerships, Faith-Based Giving, and Membership-Based Giving, to identify potential partners for the Disability Inclusion program.
• Support the development and management of a private sector donor pipeline, facilitating proactive donor stewardship through coordinated communication with stakeholders, ensuring efficient information flow and alignment across all relevant teams.
• Maintain and update prospect lists, keeping stakeholders informed of potential partnership opportunities and enabling targeted outreach efforts to maximize fundraising potential.

• Support the planning and execution of donor engagement events, including UNICEF global convenings, leadership meetings, field visits, and other relevant initiatives, to foster stronger donor relationships and secure support for disability inclusion.
• Oversee logistics for virtual and in-person events, such as securing venues, coordinating with vendors, managing registrations, and ensuring that accessibility needs are met for all participants.
• Track and analyze engagement outcomes from events, using insights to identify trends, enhance donor experiences, and strengthen long-term support for disability inclusion initiatives.

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

• A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or higher) in knowledge management, business management, international studies, adult education or any other relevant field of discipline, is required.

• A minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in partnerships building and resource mobilization-related work at the international level is required.
• Proven experience working in a multi-cultural environment and with cross-functional teams to deliver on common goal is required.
• Demonstrated understanding of UNICEF systems, processes, and operations of UNICEF regional and country offices is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage at varying levels internally and externally to UNICEF.
• Working experience within UNICEF or other UN entities, familiarity with the work of UNICEF National Committees and/or public and private sector fundraising is an asset.

• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).

To view our competency framework, please visit  here.

Remarks: 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

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.

The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements