Fundraising Specialist, NO-C (Fixed Term Appointment) – UNICEF

Deadline 14 Mar 2022 India Standard Time

UNICEF is fully committed to working with the Government of India to ensure that each child born in this vast and complex country gets the best start in life, thrives and develops to his or her full potential.

UNICEF has been working in India since 1949 advocating for the rights of children and young people. The organisation began its work in India with three staff members and established an office in Delhi three years later. Currently, it advocates for the rights of India’s children in 16 states.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children.

Across 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending children’s rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to produce results and understand their effects. UNICEF believes all children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better world. And we never give up!

Fundraising Specialist, NO-C (Fixed Term Appointment), Mumbai, South Asia Region (SAR), Post Number 63258

Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment
Duty Station: Mumbai (Bombay)
Level: NO-3
Location: India
Categories: Alliances and Resource Mobilization, Private Fundraising and Partnerships

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How can you make a difference?

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children in the world’s thereby ensuring a better future for every child, this is the chance to make a difference.

For Every Child, AN ADVOCATE…

The Resource Mobilization and Partnerships section at India Country Office works to maximize income and drive income growth. There are 3 units within the RMP section. Within the Partnerships unit, the purpose of the Corporate Partnerships team is to drive impact through partnerships with the Business sector, defined as financial resources in addition to other valuable assets and opportunities, to optimize the value of the partnership to achieve UNICEF’s strategic goals. The team supports India Country Office with partnership strategies and in retaining and growing partnerships that bring quality income to deliver programmes for children in India.

In addition to the Corporate sector, the Partnerships team also drives best in class alliances with High Net Worth Individuals, Foundations and from UNICEF internal network. It also develops the partnerships strategy and internal processes to ensure efficient and effective coordination across all UNICEF actors.

The purpose of the Corporate Fundraising unit is to drive income growth from the corporate sector as part of an integrated corporate engagement strategy. Income growth will come from three sources: i) the development of new strategic partnerships, ii) the renewal and growth of existing in-country and multi-country partnerships and iii) the support given to state offices to develop and strengthen their state-level fundraising capacity and skills.

Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks: 

• Developing and securing strategic long-term flexible income through new corporate partnerships. This may include corporates, corporate foundation grants, cause-marketing, customer fundraising, sponsorship of campaigns, and/or workplace giving.
• Leading the new business process from prospect identification, to securing first meetings, through the contract signature for assigned prospects.
• Providing inputs in the development of the corporate fundraising strategy for India Country Office (ICO).
• Working with ICO programmes and Communication colleagues to identify propositions for corporate prospects, particularly for major grant opportunities where significant proposition development is required.
• Building and managing internal and external networks to assist in the identification, cultivation and solicitation of support from corporates in India.
• Mapping and building propositions and outreach plans for companies and lead on partnership negotiations, proposal submissions and pitches.
• Identify synergies between company’s partnership needs and UNICEF brand & programme priorities to approach potential partners and establish high-value partnerships.
• Proactively identifying, engaging and developing strategic relationships and trusted partnerships with corporates in India.
• Developing and supporting specific Indian based business to business activities that drive major prospects to approach UNICEF for partnership. This may include organizing high-level roundtables and securing speaking slots at conferences.
• Actively input data into UNICEF CRM (Salesforce based) for all leads and cultivation tasks. Follow UNICEF due diligence.
• Reporting monthly on progress against new business pipeline and income targets (including the number of first meetings and number of prospects in active partnership discussions)
• Liaising with UNICEF PFP Due Diligence, legal and communication teams to ensure screening, proposal review and contracting is undertaken effectively.
• Providing guidance to Fundraising Specialist and Officer to ensure successful corporate fundraising strategy, plan and results.
• Manage staff members under supervision, providing feedback and strategic direction. Perform any other tasks, as required.

To qualify as a champion for every child you will have…

Education: An advanced University Degree in marketing, international development, business administration, advertising or a degree in social sciences or relevant discipline OR a first University Degree in marketing, international development, business administration, advertising or a degree in social sciences or relevant discipline combined with 2 additional years (minimum 7 years in total) of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree or any other relevant discipline.

Experience: At least five years of practical professional work experience with progressively increasing responsibilities in resource mobilization from the private sector is required. Skilled in influencing senior business stakeholders as well as team management experience is desirable. Working experience with non-profit organizations would be an advantage. Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNICEF programme activities is desirable.

Language: Fluency in English, and knowledge of the local language of the duty station will be an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s values: Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA)

UNICEF Core Competencies required for this post are: 

Builds and maintains partnerships (2)
Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (2)
Drive to achieve results for impact (2)
Innovates and embraces change (2)
Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)
Thinks and acts strategically (2)
Works collaboratively with others (2)
Nurtures, leads and manages people (1)
To view our competency framework, please click here.

Remarks:  

This position is based in Mumbai (India).

The vacancy is open to Indian Nationals only.

Selected applicant will have an initial two (2) year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process including application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training etc.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply. Our workplace policies promote flexible work arrangements, to support all staff in maintaining a healthy life balance, both in and out of the office.

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 also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 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 is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.

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For more information about UNICEF India, please refer to the link below: – http://unicef.in