Job Opportunity for Partnerships Specialist (Philanthropy) at UNICEF in Mumbai (Bombay), India

## Partnerships Specialist (Philanthropy) – UNICEF India

**Job Location:** Mumbai (Bombay), India

**About UNICEF:**

UNICEF is a global organization dedicated to promoting the rights of every child, everywhere. We work in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our workforce and strongly encourage applications from women, trans* and gender non-conforming people, and persons with disabilities.

**Job Description:**

UNICEF India’s Resource Mobilization and Partnerships (RM&P) section seeks a passionate and experienced Partnerships Specialist to drive income growth from corporate, foundation, and major donor partnerships. This role will play a crucial part in building and strengthening relationships with high-value individual supporters and large-scale international foundations, contributing to UNICEF India’s mission of promoting children’s rights.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Map and prioritize high-net-worth opportunities for UNICEF India, focusing on Maharashtra State.

* Conduct independent research to identify and profile leading major donor and foundation prospects.

* Develop cultivation strategies for identified prospects in conjunction with UNICEF PFP.

* Provide dedicated support to strategic initiatives in major donor fundraising, including giving circles and matching giving arrangements.

* Inspire and engage a group of elite donors and volunteer leaders interested in promoting and supporting children’s rights.

* Coordinate efforts to inform and engage donors through events, communication pieces, and networking opportunities.

* Build and grow funds through pipelines and planned gifts annually.

* Create opportunities for philanthropy conversations (special events, meetings, donor and prospect events, etc.).

* Perform other duties as required.

**Qualifications:**

* **Education:** Advanced University Degree in marketing, international development, business administration, or closely related fields.

* **Experience:** Minimum five years of experience in a senior role in major donor and/or foundation fundraising or analogous business development experience. Experience managing partnerships and/or securing major gifts with a value in excess of USD 5 million is preferred.

* **Knowledge:** Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNICEF program activities are desirable.

* **Language:** Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered an asset.

**Competencies:**

* Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness

* Works Collaboratively with others

* Builds and Maintains Partnerships

* Innovates and Embraces Change

* Thinks and Acts Strategically

* Drives to achieve impactful results

* Manages ambiguity and complexity

**Application Process:**

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online through the UNICEF Careers website. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

**Deadline:** 08 November 2024, India Standard Time.

**Additional Information:**

* This position is based in Mumbai, India.

* Candidates must possess a valid work permit for India.

* The vacancy is open to internal and external candidates.

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

**We look forward to receiving your application!**