Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)H (no hardship)
Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
Family
Staff Member / Affiliate TypeUNOPS IICA1
Target Start Date2024-04-01
Job Posting End DateFebruary 14, 2024
Terms of ReferenceTitle: Assistant Due Diligence Officer
Duty station: Copenhagen, Denmark
Section/Unit: PSP/Private Partnerships and Philanthropy
ICA Level: LICA-8 / IICA1
Corresponding level: NO-A / P1
Duration: from 01/04/2024 to 31/12/2024 (with possibility of extension)
1. General Background
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is mandated to lead and coordinate international action to protect and assist refugees and other persons of concern. The Private Sector Partnerships Service (PSP) sits within UNHCR's Division of External Relations (DER) and is responsible for mobilizing resources for refugees from the private sector. UNHCR has a fundraising strategy in place for 2018-2025. To achieve the ambitious objective of bringing new resources to the organization, the Private Partnership and Philanthropy (PPH) section of PSP develops and strengthens long-term partnerships with companies, foundations, and high-net worth individuals.
The Due Diligence team is responsible for vetting all potential private sector partners to UNHCR (corporate, foundaitons, and HNWI) and for facilitating the review and approval of partnership models, in accordance with the organizatioon’s policy on Private Sector Due Diligence.
Reporting to the team lead, the Assistant Due Diligence Officer will act as the MENA regional focal point for conducting screening research and analysis for the UNHCR’s Private Sector Partnership network related to the delivery of partnerships with corporations, foundations/trusts, and HNWIs.
The candidate will also assist in supporting all other markets covered by the Due Diligence unit and perform other administrative tasks as required.
2. Purpose and Scope of Assignment
• Proactively support MENA markets on due diligence related matters and colleagues engaging with the Private Sector in the region.
• Perform research based on the publicly available information in order to contribute to the Due Diligence screeningreports for potential UNHCR Private Sector Partners (Corporations, Foundations/Trusts, HNWI)
• Screening reports should be filled out in a standard screening report form and shared with screening officers forreview and final recommendation
• UNHCR Screening Criteria and additional ethical considerations must be incorporated into screening research tosupport analysis and contribute to the comprehensive screening recommendation
• Submit requested research in a timely manner, proactively maintain regular communication with supervisor and other team members.
• Keep abreast of relevant business, economics, legislative, regulatory, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) developments and trends in key UNHCR markets for PSP engagement.
• Perform other related research as required by the DD unit, with a focus on reputational risk.
• Ensure highest standards of accuracy and detail in reports.
• Build trusted, effective relationships with colleagues in the PSP network, Division of External Relations, bureaux, and field colleagues.
• Support induction, training, and any other requested assistance to colleagues.
• Perform other related duties as required.
3. Qualifications and Experience
a. Education
• University degree in Social Sciences, Political Sciences, International Relations, Economics, Business Administration/Management, or other relevant field.
b. Work Experience
• 1 year of relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or no experience with Graduate degree.
Desirable
• Previous work experience in a non-for-profit organization and/or in a global private sector company is required. Due Diligence/Corporate Social Responsibility academic or professional experience is an asset.
c. Key Competencies
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, organization and time-management skills.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is an asset.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices of public-private partnerships, due diligence, and corporate social responsibility.
• Great attention to details, problem-solving ability, teamwork, proactivity, and strong follow-up skills.
• Computer proficiency: MS Office (additional web-based computer knowledge is an asset).
4. Location and Conditions
The successful candidate will be based in the UN City in Copenhagen, Denmark.
This position is initially up to the end of the year with possibility of extension subject to budget availability and overall performance of the incumbent. It is a full-time role starting from 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday (40 hours per week).
This vacancy is open for applicants residing in Denmark as well as for those residents of other countries. The remuneration level and the applicable entitlements and benefits may be different based on the residence of the most suitable selected candidate.
Shortlisted candidates might be required to sit for a written test. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. No late applications will be accepted.
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SkillsAnalytical Thinking, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Due Diligence, Researching, Screenings
EducationBachelor of Arts (BA) (Required), Bachelor of Science (BS) (Required)
Certifications
Work Experience
Other informationThis position doesn't require a functional clearance
Home-BasedNo