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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.

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For every child, innovation

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

The Private Sector Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) section in the Latin America and Caribbean Regional Office (LACRO) supports Private Sector Fundraising Country Offices (PSFR COs) and PSFR Cluster Country Offices to drive sustainable revenue growth and impact for children across the Region and globally.

How can you make a difference? 

Reporting to the Market Development Manager, this role will support and provide effective coordination across the PFP team, including across revenue stream teams (Individual Giving; Business Engagement and Child Rights; Philanthropy and Foundations; and Innovative and Alternative Financing for Children (IF4C), and the related support functions, as well as supporting the strategic planning processes across the current nine PFP operations, led by Market Development. This role will also consolidate and analyze fundraising income and expenditure data, provide knowledge management across the LAC PFP team and the LAC fundraising community, as well as ensuring best practices are effectively shared and implemented to maximize revenue growth from the private sector across the nine PFP operations in the LAC Region. Critical to this role is the project management of relevant fundraising projects and initiatives to support the LAC PFP team, as and when required. This role will also support the Market Development Officer, with off-the-shelf support to non PSFR or Cluster COs with an interest in exploring upside fundraising potential, as well as supporting market assessments across potential new Cluster COs or centralized fundraising opportunities.  

Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:

1.Strategic Planning and Coordination

• Facilitate the timeline and process for developing and approving Private Sector Plans (PSPs), according to global PFP requirements.  
• Facilitate the coordination of PSFR and Cluster Country Office support requests and offers within PSPs, with the revenue stream teams, to foster a structured sharing of knowledge and best practice.
• Coordinate with the Market Development Manager to review and ensure alignment of the Operations Plan in the PSP.

2. Performance Monitoring and Analysis

• Conduct quarterly and annual reviews of PSFR income, expenditures, and trends, preparing detailed performance and benchmarking reports.  
• Support the PFP team (revenue stream teams) with analysis and insights to help inform strategic decision making
• Create dashboards or tools to track key performance indicators (KPIs) for PSFR activities.

3. Knowledge Management and Best Practices

• Lead the structured sharing of knowledge and best practice at the regional level, contributing to global knowledge and best practice sharing.  
• Develop and maintain a regional repository of best practices and case studies for easy access and reference.

4. Market Insights and Research

• Collaborate with the AMI team to support the production and distribution of market and comparator insights reports
• In collaboration with the revenue stream teams, develop off the shelf fundraising best practice so it is readily available for non PSFR or Cluster COs
• Design and support the execution of assessments for emerging fundraising opportunities or new Cluster Country Offices.

5. Project Support and Management

• Based on strategic priorities and alignment, define project scopes, timelines, and deliverables for priority LAC PFP projects and initiatives.
• Lead the project management of LAC PFP projects and initiatives, to include monitoring project progress and providing regular updates to the relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare post project evaluations to measure impact and lessons learned.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  SJD Senior Fundraising Associate GS-7 17768 

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

Minimum requirements:

• Education:
  • Completion of secondary education. At least 2 years of technical and/or University level courses in marketing, publicity, fundraising, communication, business administration, or any other related field of discipline relevant to the job are an asset.
• Work Experience:
  • Minimum 7 years relevant business experience, this could include marketing, fundraising, communications and advocacy.
  • Proven experience in data analysis required.
  • Proven experience in project management required.
• Other skills:
  • Good organizational and communications skills (oral and written).
  • A systematic mindset and strong attention to detail.
  • Experience and ability with accounting and budget management.
  • Service-minded with good interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle and complete multiple tasks within deadlines.
  • Ability to analyze financial data such as ROI.
  • General ability to draft clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
  • Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 
  • Proven ability to work as part of a team.
  • Pleasant Personality, with experience in Project Management and Business Analysis.
  • Knowledge of computer systems and architecture, database, internet navigation and various office applications.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in Spanish and Proficiency in English required.

Desirables:

• Bachelor's degree in related field will be an asset.
• Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset.
• Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
• Knowledge of current fundraising practices is desirable
• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is an asset. 

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 

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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.

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.

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.

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