UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.

For every child, a fair chance

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have worked in the Philippines continuously since 1948.

UNICEF’s vision for every child in the Philippines is intimately linked to the realization of several Sustainable Development Goals and the promise to leave no one behind.  By 2030, we want to see that no child in the Philippines suffers from hunger; that every child has access to good health services, quality education opportunities, clean water, and toilets; and children grow up protected and develop in an inclusive, just, and peaceful society.

Since its establishment, UNICEF has been helping the Philippine government to strengthen national policies, programmes, and services to ensure that all Filipino children enjoy their rights. UNICEF supports the Government to extend the coverage and implementation of policies and legislation that benefit children and the most disadvantaged; to support the implementation of positive budget reforms and leverage the considerable fiscal space; to innovate and adapt national programmes to support inclusivity and relevance in diverse remote rural areas, impoverished urban areas, hazard and conflict-prone areas; and to strengthen national capacity to monitor change for children.

As an impartial partner, we are mandated to work with both state and non-state actors to protect the rights and promote the wellbeing of every child. We have successfully worked through many Government reforms in the Philippines, and we continue to work with the national government, its different agencies, and departments, and with local government units and authorities, including the Bangsamoro Transition Authority in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.

UNICEF’s capacity, technical skills and structure allow us to work effectively with policy and decision-makers and be among the first responders to humanitarian crisis. It allows us to assess and respond quickly to the priorities and needs of communities in the most remote and underserved areas of the country.

Visit this link for more information on UNICEF in the Philippines https://www.unicef.org/philippines/

How can you make a difference?

The Fundraising Officer (IG) provides professional technical, operational, and administrative assistance in fundraising processes within the Country Programme from development and planning of individual giving activities to delivery of its results. The Fundraising Officer (IG) is accountable for supporting the development of an audience-centered marketing approach and assist in building long-lasting, high-quality donor relationships that maximize lifetime value, minimize churn, and maximize net returns. The incumbent facilitates the transition to a digitally enabled fundraising model, emphasizing diversification, while safeguarding existing income streams and channels (Face to Face and Telemarketing). The IG Officer and the IG team leverage emergency fundraising as a growth driver and build the pipeline for legacy giving to maximize lifetime giving.

Together with the Individual Giving Team, the Individual Giving Officer will provide technical support in raising IG revenue in UNICEF Philippines. The post shall contribute to exponentially grow and realize revenue targets.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP), the post shall undertake the following tasks:

1. Support strategic planning

In consultation with Chief of Fundraising, provide strategic insight into the Private Sector Plan (PSP), develop the audience strategy in line with global guidelines and best practices, provide ongoing input into annual budget, investment needs and latest estimates. Make strategic recommendations, as needed, to ensure income and donor numbers achieve goals.

2. Data Driven Strategy:

Prepare reporting in cooperation with Business Intelligence Officer making use of the Salesforce donor management system. Monitor and evaluate the performance of each fundraising activity and review the overall operation of the unit, identifying any challenges / gaps and make recommendations based on the analysis. Prepare reports and presentations on revenue, expenditure and budget utilization including progress vis a vis the workplan and targets. Develop investment fund applications, monitor fund utilization, and prepare required reporting in a timely and effective manner.

3. Provide Technical Guidance:

Provide oversight on the implementation of various fundraising techniques contributing to donor acquisition which includes but not limited to strategic guidance and operational support to agencies, contractors and suppliers engaged to support the donor acquisition and retention program and ensure quality performance. Work with other internal teams to provide strategic insights into work that supports acquisition and retention activities, including maximizing business assets for the benefit of acquiring both quality pledge and cash donors and engaging non-financial donors on donation pathway journeys.

4. Capacity Building:

Provide guidance and support to the Individual Giving (IG) Fundraising team in order to create and enhance the implementation of the PFP IG plan and lead the training and capacity development of the team members.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  Post #72235 Indiv Giving Fundraising Officer NO2 OD.pdf

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

The following minimum requirements:

• Education:

University degree in any of the following: Business, Marketing, Management, Communication, Arts, Social Sciences, International Relations, or a related field.

• Work Experience:

At least two (2) years of relevant professional work experience in fundraising together with proven track record in driving income growth; equivalent marketing and/or sales experience in a commercial context will be considered as qualifying experience.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong creative writing and editing skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Strong networking skills
• Strong communications skills
• Analytical and strategic thinking
• Entrepreneurial thinking

Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Filipino (oral and written) is required.

The following desirables:

[Include the position desirables, including complementary education, additional experience, additional language, specific skills, etc]

• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.
• More years of experience in individual giving fund raising is desired.

How to apply

Qualified candidates are requested to complete an online candidate profile in http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/ by 17 June 2024. Only applications sent through the e-recruitment portal under Job no. 572504 will be considered.

By applying through our Talent Management System (TMS) you agree to our privacy statement which is in line with the Philippines’ Data Privacy Act. You are strongly advised to read carefully through the privacy statement before submitting your application.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others

(8) Nurtures, leads and manages people

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding purposes, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

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. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will 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.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.