Current vacancies

Duration: from 01 April 2025 to 31 December 2025
Workplace: office-based, Almaty
Modality: full-time

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 fair chance

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Purpose of the assignment
To ensure effective programme implementation of the UNICEF Country Programme Document, increase UNICEF visibility and build effective partnerships with private sector the consultant on Partnerships and Fundraising Consultant (hereinafter – Consultant) will be hired.

The Partnerships and Fundraising Consultant is a creative, dynamic and exciting role. You will be responsible for building and growing relationships with some of the most exciting donors and partners based in Almaty.

Under the guidance and supervision of the Partnerships Officer and in close cooperation with the Communications Specialist, the Consultant will assist UNICEF Kazakhstan Country Office in (1) designing and implementing campaigns /events to increase UNICEF’s visibility and mobilize new partners (2) communicating with business and individuals to secure high-value opportunities (3) creating innovative communication/fundraising solutions in support of UNICEF in Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Strategy.

Scope of Work:
The consultant will be responsible for the below workstreams:

Together with other UNICEF colleagues consultant is responsible to support organization of high-level events jointly with partners/business to promote awareness about child rights, increase visibility of UNICEF, and build partnerships. Among other events, it will include preparation of the Gala dinner, preparation of the meetings of the Business Advisory Council based in Almaty.

Outreach and follow up with potential donors and partners
- Establish good connections with strategic private sector companies based in Almaty
- Follow up and action on meetings, events and emails with donors – approximately 15-20 follow ups per week.
- Follow up and action on meetings, events and emails with at least ten partnerships related to fundraising (e.g. collectives and collaboratives at global, regional and national levels) - approximately 4-5 follow ups a month

Events related to current and future donor relations
- Develop a calendar of important events and conferences and strategic prioritization of these based on changing priorities (of all involved entities).
- Draft concept note and action plan for organization of the event – documents are prepared 6 months in advance of the event;
- Support with the logistics, preparation and organization of the event in line with the instructions of the Communication Specialist and Partnerships Officer.
- In close consultation with the Communications Specialist and Partnerships Officer provide support in organization of other events and partnership opportunities – at least 2 events are organized with businesses based in Almaty till the end of the contract.

Facilitation of partnership with business companies based in Almaty
- Support with customer-based fundraising with big company – coordinate at the technical level assets, targets, etc.
- Promote family-friendly policies with companies based in Almaty – at least 2 companies in Almaty engaged for family-friendly policies
- Prepare Business Advisory council meetings in Almaty - at least 3 meetings are organized

 Work Assignment Overview Partnerships Consultant Almaty 2025 - final.docx

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
• Education: Marketing, Public Relations, International Relations, Management, or a similar field.
• Experience:
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in event management, public relations, marketing, project management, partnership development
- Experience of organising charity events will be a strong asset
- Fluency in written and spoken Russian, working knowledge of English is required. Knowledge of Kazakh language is a strong asset.
- Highly developed communication and partnership skills.
- Ability to work independently and respond to feedback in a timely and professional manner.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to contribute to a team.
- Experience of working with sponsors and influencers
- Experience with a communications campaign across multiple mediums
- Prior working experience with UN agency is an asset.
• Competencies:
- Event management
- Planning and conducting event marketing campaigns
- Sponsor attraction and sponsor relationship management

For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF’s core values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (https://www.unicef.org/about/unicef-culture)

Evaluation Criteria
Technical evaluation weighs 70%, while Financial evaluation – 30%
A) Technical Evaluation
- Strong expertise in event management
The consultant should have a proven track record in event management
- Experience in planning and conducting event marketing campaigns
The consultant should have a proven track record in event marketing
- Experience in sponsor attraction and sponsor relationship management
The consultant should have a proven track record in sponsor attraction and management

B) Financial Proposal (e.g. maximum of 30 scores)
• Candidates must submit a financial proposal for the whole assignment based on these Terms of Reference. The financial proposal should clearly state the cost of the services for each Deliverables/Outputs.
• The financial proposal that provides the best value for money, meaning the lowest financial proposal, will receive the highest score during assessment. This is the main principle because saved funds will be directed towards other activities to aid children in Kazakhstan. Only financial proposals that fully cover all deliverables outlined in the terms of reference will be considered.

Remarks:
• Completion of the UN/UNICEF mandatory trainings is obligatory upon commencement of the contract.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• All materials developed will remain the copyright of UNICEF and that UNICEF will be free to adapt and modify them in the future.
• Costs indicated are estimated. Final rate shall follow the “best value for money” principle, i.e., achieving the desired outcome at the lowest possible fee. Consultants will be asked to stipulate all-inclusive fees, including lump sum travel and subsistence costs, as applicable.
• Individuals engaged under a consultancy 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. Consultants 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.