Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Donor and External Relations Section of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Geneva. The incumbent reports to the Chief of the Donor External Relations Section.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the External Relations Officer will be responsible for the following duties: Builds resource mobilization capacity throughout the Office at Headquarters and for the Field by: -Acting as the focal point for capacity building; -Leading training activities on resource mobilization at HQ's, regional and country level; -Writing training modules and presentations, undertaking the necessary background research; -Developing and introducing standardized tools, templates and guidelines; -Adapting and writing training materials for specific audience; -Liaising with relevant departments to ensure resource mobilization is incorporated into all new staff trainings; -Exploring new technologically advanced training methods. -Ensuring the internal and external promotion of all relevant tools. Contributes to ensuring an office-wide consistent and coherent approach to resource mobilization by: -Providing advice to Division/Branches and field offices on office-wide resource mobilization policies, strategies and approaches; -Providing advice on resource mobilization priorities and principles, strategies and approaches; -Coordinating with key personnel to apply project management principles to proposals and agreements; -Preparing various written outputs like briefing notes and position papers for the senior management as requested; -Drafting correspondence for donors, researching, compiling, maintaining and updating information on donor relations; -Ensuring in cooperation with the Programme Support and Management Services and other relevant units that UN rules and procedures are duly respected; -Ensuring that resource mobilization tools and templates are used consistently; -Produce and/or provide as necessary oversight of fundraising proposals, ensuring their completeness, adequacy and quality. -Supporting and accompanying the Chief of Section and senior management as appropriate on their missions to State capitals or relevant donor headquarters for resources mobilization purposes; Develops and maintains key strategic partnerships with new assigned donors (governments, intergovernmental organizations, private donors) in order to achieve a board donor base for UN Human Rights by: -Advising the High Commissioner, the Deputy High Commissioner, the Assistant Secretary General, New York office, (through the Chief of Section or Service) and other senior managers in the Division/Branches/Sections about resource mobilization strategies and issues and accompanying them on their missions to State capitals for fundraising purposes; -Promoting partnership with the UN common system; -Leading and developing resource mobilization and outreach strategies of governments, intergovernmental organization, private donors and the UN common system; -Coordinating joint efforts to mobilize resources, map interests of potential donors, initiate contract with new and emerging partners to explore funding opportunities and develop partnerships in line with defined priorities of UN Human Right; -Developing an in depth understanding of assigned donors' (governments, intergovernmental organizations, private donors) human rights, development and humanitarian policies and analyses opportunities for enhanced cooperation with UN Human Rights; -Organizing and participating in donor briefings; -Traveling to capitals to discuss with interlocutors in the relevant Ministers or partners as appropriate depending on portfolio. Contributes to the organizational effectiveness of UN Human Rights by: -Representing the Chief of Section in relevant meetings when requested; -Coordinating the work of the overall unit in various fields of activity including administrative matters (recruitment, budget, project management etc.); -Ensuring implementation of resource mobilization strategy. -Assist the Chief of Section in any of her/his tasks are required.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of different aspects of public information and communication. Ability to address a range of issues in the context of political developments, public attitudes, and local conditions. Ability to conceptualize, design, and implement major information campaigns. Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources. Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships. Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style. Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost, and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight, and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
Education
An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in social science, political science, communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, business administration and management, economics or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Job - Specific Qualification
Not available.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, humanitarian or development work, out of which five years of experience in donor relations and resource mobilization is required. Experience in the area of capacity building is required. Experience in results-based management is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
Required Languages LanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeakingEnglishUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level II Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. 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