Programme Specialist (Content Lead), (P-3), TA (364 days), #129405, Programme Coordination, PFP, Geneva, Switzerland

The purpose of this job is to provide specific support across the entire team strategy, including the “Product”, “People” and “Systems” pillars. Specifically, this role will look at the following aspects of work across the pillars: manage and coordinate the content pipeline (investment cases and propositions the team develops) within the “Product” pillar; support the “People” pillar through institutionalizing flagship offerings, develop new training materials as needed, and provide strategic. programmatic advice; and focus on Rights and Results Programming and the programme visits within the “Systems” pillar. This role involves bringing together experts across UNICEF programmes and private and public sector audiences, such as Businesses, Philanthropists, Foundations, Governments, Bilaterals and multilaterals.

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.

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UNICEF’s Private Fundraising and Partnerships Division (PFP) drives UNICEF’s engagement with the private sector through global support in Geneva, regional support through Regional Support Centres (RSCs) and units supporting seven Regional Offices, and through a network of 33 UNICEF National Committees. The Public Partnerships Division (PPD) drives UNICEF’s engagement with the public sector – governments, bilaterals, multilaterals, and international finance institutions.

The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) enables both private and public sector colleagues to raise funds from donors and to develop game changing partnerships. PCU achieves this in three ways. First, by developing a range of fundraising publications targeted at numerous audiences including business, philanthropists, government, bilaterals, and foundations. These publications are written and presented in a professional and high-quality manner, using expert knowledge of both programmes and fundraising, and designed to be visually appealing and easily understandable by prospective donors and partners. Second, PCU leads capacity building on UNICEF’s programmes and operations for private and public sector colleagues and teams. This involves developing and delivering training content that is built on the foundations of the fundraisign content. And third, lookign at the system and the enablign environment for quality partnerships through quality reporting, programme visits, and application of Rights and Results Programming.

For every child, a Champion

The Programme Specialist (Content Lead) is responsible for providing specific support across the entire team strategy, including the “Product”, “People” and “Systems” pillars. Specifically, this role will look at the following aspects of work across the pillars: manage and coordinate the content pipeline (investment cases and propositions the team develops) within the “Product” pillar; support the “People” pillar through institutionalizing flagship offerings, develop new training materials as needed, and provide strategic programmatic advice; and focus on Rights and Results Programming and the programme visits within the “Systems” pillar. This role involves bringing together experts across UNICEF programmes and private and public sector audiences, such as Businesses, Philanthropists, Foundations, Governments, Bilaterals and multilaterals.

How can you make a difference?

1. “Products”: Manage the content pipeline for fundraising and partnerships content

• Manage the content pipeline for investment cases, proposals, and bespoke content for high value partnerships with the private and public sectors.
• Collaborate with writers and teams across PFP, PPD, National Committees and programme teams and other divisions such as Programme Group or Supply Division to identify needs need, manage priorities, resources, and expectations of stakeholders, and provide quality assurance of the content.

2. “People”: Support capacity building on programmes and the intersection with fundraising

• Support PCU’s capacity building portfolio, including leading the institutionalization of the flagship Programme Masterclass, developing content (PPTs) and stakeholder management for global webinars, and coordinating spoke trainings as there is demand.
• Provide overall operational support for all the Programme Masterclass trainings and engagement in a variety of team trainings for the larger programme focal point network and colleagues across the organization.

3. “Systems”: Lead the Programme Visit Procedure finalization and support other team priorities

• Engage with stakeholders across the organization from country offices to National Commitees and other divisions, to lead the finalization of the Programme Visit Procedure, which requires final consultation, development of training materials, and organizational rollout.
• Support other team priorities, such as the continued development and implementation of the ESG reporting guidance for PFP, National Committees and country offices.

DELIVERABLES:

Within the above main tasks, there are key deliverables within 364 days:

1. Manage the content pipeline, including for at least 50 fundraising investment cases, at global, regional, or country level, based on agreed programme priorities and across all divisions.
2. Provide quality assurance of all content (at least 50 pieces) based on expertise in private and public sector insights as well as best practice for content development, including offering substantial inputs and feedback.
3. Provide surge support for developing at least 10 pieces of customized content for use with donors/partners
4. Provide technical assistance as requested by colleagues on a variety of issues including researching programmatic options for partnerships, selecting images for content, drafting content releases, and answering customer’s questions about programmes, operations, statistics, and more.
5. Develop a defined set of case studies, presentations, and other content for webinars and training sessions for fundraisers.
6. Host or support team at least three trainings, including programmatic webinars and tutorials, and lead the operational coordination for the Programme Masterclass.
7. Lead the final consultation for the Programme Visit Procedure and develop the corresponding training and rollout materials.
8. Rollout the ESG reporting guidance in collaboration with other PFP teams.

Estimated Duration of the contract

• 364 days

Reporting To:

• Programme Specialist, Programme Coordination, PFP Geneva, Switzerland

Working Place:

• Geneva, Switzerland

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

Education:

• An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: communications, social sciences, marketing, public relations, business administration and management, or any other relevant subject.
• Alternatively, a first-level university degree in a relevant field in combination with an additional 2 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in private and public sector engagement/fundraising with significant cross-over with development programming is required.
• Experience in developing written and presentational materials for partners required.
• Solid understanding of UNICEF programmes and operations; regional or country office experience is an asset.
• Solid understanding of audience interests across public and private sectors.
• Strong understanding of sustainability within the UN.
• Strong planning and organizing skills required with evidence of managing and coordinating complex processes.
• UN/UNICEF experience is an asset.
• Strong strategic thinking and creative thinking skills.
• Strong writing skills, with a strong preference for knowledge and experience in writing for private sector audiences is an asset.
• Highest-level communication skills, including engaging and informative public speaking.
• Excellent people skills and is able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and expertise.

Language requirements:

• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, 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...

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
• Works Collaboratively with others (1)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (1)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)
• Drives to achieve impactful results (1)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (1) are required.

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: our competency framework. 

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, breastfeeding breaks, 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.

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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.

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. 

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