Resource Mobilization and Strategic Engagement Officer

Job Description - Resource Mobilization and Strategic Engagement Officer (2603481)

Resource Mobilization and Strategic Engagement Officer - (2603481)

Grade: P3

Contractual Arrangement:
Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 months

Aug 26, 2026, 9:19:24 AM

Sep 16, 2026, 9:59:00 PM

UT/UTD UNITAID International drug purchase facility

Full-time

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Unitaid is a multilateral global health partnership hosted by the World Health Organization. Unitaid supports the global response to HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and other priority health areas by making time-limited strategic investments that increase equitable access to better, more effective, and affordable health products. These investments aim to improve market dynamics, support the scale-up of innovative solutions, and catalyze broader impact across the global health ecosystem.

The Resource Mobilization and Strategic Engagement Officer supports the work of the External Relations Unit by strengthening strategic engagement with key partners and stakeholders, particularly with donors and through fora such as G7/G20. The position support efforts to strengthen Unitaid's positioning in the global health landscape and contribute to the support efforts to strengthen Unitaid's positioning in the global health landscape and contribute to the generation of predictable and high value revenue streams.

• Build trusted relationships and form a robust network with strategic contacts in donor and other external institutions, including G7/G20 governments to support effective policy and funding cooperation.
• Monitor and analyze developments in global health and international development relevant to Unitaid's strategic priorities.
• Support and coordinate engagement with external stakeholders, including preparing materials for meetings, joint activities, and high-level events.
• Maintain ongoing communication with partners and ensure timely follow-up and collaboration.
• Track partner activities, commitments, and opportunities for collaboration, and contribute to the development of strategic engagement plans.
• Seek opportunities to support Unitaid's Next Generation Financing agenda.
• Prepare written materials including briefing notes, talking points, concept notes, and contributions to reports for the Unitaid Board and governance committees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Essential
:
University degree in international relations, political science, development studies, or a related field.
Desirable
:
Training or qualifications in partnership development or strategic planning.

• At least five years of experience in external relations or partnerships, including work in an international context.
• Track record of engaging government officials, parliamentarians, civil society, and other development actors to increase funding and financial flows for development.
• Minimum two years' experience related to public health.
• Demonstrated experience preparing strategic written materials (briefing notes, concept notes, etc.).
• Experience organizing high-level or multistakeholder events.

• Strong understanding of external relations, partnership management, and strategic communication.
• Understanding of political and technical mechanisms that affect government and institutional policy and financial decision-making.
• Excellent analytical and strategic writing skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of WHO and/or Unitaid partnership and communication procedures is an asset.
• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Knowing and managing yourself

Essential
:
Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable
:
Expert knowledge of French.

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 71,335 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 5011 per month for the duty station indicated above.

Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

• Staff members separated due to the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will receive special consideration according to the applicable regulatory framework.
• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.
• Only candidates under serious consideration…