Background:
UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.
Partnerships at UN Women is dedicated to enhancing UN Women's stature as the preferred partner for advancing gender equality and women's empowerment (GEWE) in India. Through active engagement with bilateral, multilateral, private sector, governmental, and civil society organizations (CSOs), the division seeks to establish robust policy, programmatic, and resource-based collaborations. Central to this effort is the recognition that partnerships should encompass a comprehensive approach, incorporating various dimensions such as policy advocacy and resource mobilization.
Under the guidance of the Partnerships Specialist, the Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Analyst will craft a strategic framework for corporate engagement, fostering enduring alliances, harnessing corporate influence, and advocating for gender parity. Working closely with the program and operations team, as well as personnel from UN Women HQ, government entities, bilateral and multilateral donors, and civil society, the Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Analyst ensures the effective implementation of UN Women's initiatives within their portfolio.
Key Functions and Accountabilities:
Key Performance Indicators:
• Timely and quality implementation of Programme/Portfolio/ activities against set workplans, timelines, and budgets, in line with the Strategic Note.
• Quality and timely reporting.
• Strong relations with partners and stakeholders.
• Regular and timely monitoring of activities.
• Enhanced best practices and lessons learned documented and circulated.
Competencies :
Core Values:
Integrity; Professionalism; Respect for Diversity.
Core Competencies:
Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; Accountability; Creative Problem Solving; Effective Communication; Inclusive Collaboration; Stakeholder Engagement; Leading by Example.
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Functional Competencies:
Good knowledge of Results Based Management Ability to gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions and present findings and recommendations Good analytical skills to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising. Proven track record of resource mobilization Experience in risk assessment
Recruitment Qualifications:
Education and Certification:Master’s degree or equivalent in Business Management, social sciences, human rights, gender/women’s studies, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A project/programme management certification would be an added advantage.
Experience:
At least 2 years of progressively responsible work experience in resource mobilisation, strategy development, proposal writing, presentation development, working on a cross-functional role, donor reporting and database management is required. Experience in proposal writing and communications is desirable. Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is desirable. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling web-based management systems is required.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).
Statements:
In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.Diversity and inclusion:
At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.
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UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel 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.)