Client: cinfo
Location:
Geneva, Switzerland (Flexible work arrangements may be applied if there is a need.)
Job Reference:
b19c6c85d795
Job Views:
10
Posted:
15.02.2025
Expiry Date:
01.04.2025
Job Description:
How can you make a difference?
* Support in the planning and execution of the UNICEF International Council meetings including the Annual Symposium with accompanying programme visit and Nextgen Principals meeting in November 2023 and the mid-year meeting 2024.
* Work with the various reference groups of philanthropy colleagues around the world who lead on the design and development of the global philanthropy initiatives.
* Lead on information management for Global Philanthropy initiatives, including drafting internal and external communications, maintaining information on the organization's intranet page, and responding to inquiries from philanthropy colleagues in National Committees and Country Offices to support the engagement of donors.
* Provide support to the Council working groups and priority projects.
* Working in partnership with the Marketing and Global Philanthropy teams, support the marketing of UNICEF's philanthropy offers and facilitate donors speaking on our behalf, including drafting donor impact stories, preparing briefing documents, monitoring external communications by donors, and identifying speaking opportunities.
* Assist in the preparation and planning for UNICEF Global Philanthropy's presence at global convenings, including World Economic Forum, United Nations General Assembly, and other philanthropy conferences and events throughout the year.
DELIVERABLES:
* The UNICEF International Council Annual Symposium 2023 and Youth Forum, including the production of the full programme brochure, managing the budget, liaising with the venue/s, and keeping colleagues updated on progress.
* The UNICEF International Council mid-year meeting 2024 (virtual)
* Major Donor Workshop 2024
Estimated Duration of the contract:
* 364 days
Reporting To:
* Fundraising Specialist (Global Major Donors), PFP
To qualify as a champion for every child you will have:
Education:
* A first-level University Degree (Bachelor's degree) in Business Management, Communication, Marketing, International Relations, Social Sciences, or another relevant field is required.
Experience:
* A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in event management, project management, or fundraising is required.
* Experience in organizing and delivering world-class events for HNWIs is required.
* Experience in philanthropy as a fundraiser and knowledge of the philanthropic landscape are assets.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, both written and verbal.
* Must possess a strong work ethic, have confidence, take initiative, and be an enthusiastic team player.
* Proven ability to prioritize; work independently; handle multiple, complex tasks simultaneously; and generate pragmatic solutions to challenges is required.
* Strong customer service approach to interactions with colleagues and partners; ability to navigate complex environments and help build relationships with a variety of stakeholders are an asset.
* Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, and with experience in using a complex database is an asset.
* UN/UNICEF experience is an asset.
Language requirements:
* Fluency in English (native level) 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 and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it.
* 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.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
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 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 also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
Remarks:
UNICEF PFP-Geneva is currently reviewing organizational changes; therefore, the successful candidates may be asked to commence duties remotely, and they may later be asked to relocate and be assigned to the final post-duty station/location in Berlin.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
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