Partnerships Specialist, P-3, Temporary Position (364 days Private Fund Raising

Position: Partnerships Specialist, P-3, Temporary Position (364 days  Private Fund Raising [...]
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

How can you make a difference?
You will lead and strengthen UNICEF’s engagement with foundations and faith- and membership‑based organisations by driving strategic partnerships, maximising income and influence, and fostering collaboration across global and local markets, support capacity building, pipeline development, and the implementation of innovative partnership strategies that enhance sustainable fundraising and advance UNICEF’s mission for children.

Main responsibilities

Partnership Strategy (FMBO and Foundations) –  Develop, strengthen, and expand partnerships with faith‑based organizations, foundations, and other strategic stakeholders to support UNICEF's fundraising and engagement goals.

Advocacy & Global Engagement Platforms –  Lead advocacy initiatives, coordinate partner participation in global forums, and align partner engagement with UNICEF's policy and advocacy priorities.

Fundraising & Pipeline Development:
Strategic support for Nat Coms, Country Offices, Regional Offices, Centers of Excellence, and Thematic areas –  Support fundraising efforts by developing donor pipelines, cultivating strategic prospects, and providing guidance to National Committees, Country Offices, and Regional Offices on resource mobilization strategies.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete TOR Partnerships Specialist P3 TA Rome .

Minimum requirements

Education:

Master or equivalent (Advanced University Degree) in Marketing, international development, fundraising, theology, religious studies and other related fields.
Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in a relevant area combined with 2 additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Work Experience:

At least 5 years of relevant work experience spanning at least two of the following areas is required, with strong preference for candidates demonstrating all three: fundraising, advocacy and faith‑based engagement.

Experience in partnership management, stakeholder engagement, international development, global partnerships, prospect research, capacity building, pipeline development and any other related fields.

Experience with faith‑based organisations, experience with high‑value gifts fundraising, experience navigating diverse religious contexts. Demonstrated experience combining fundraising, advocacy and engagement with faith‑based or values‑driven partners, in an international development context.

Relevant, demonstratable professional experience in fundraising, including partnership development and cultivation of high‑value or strategic partnerships is required.

A minimum of four years working in a professional fundraising role.

Demonstrated experience in advocacy, public engagement, or policy‑influencing initiatives, including engagement in global or multilateral platforms is required.

Demonstrated experience working with faith‑based organisations or engaging faith actors is required, including an understanding of faith‑driven partnership dynamics and sensitivities including experience navigating diverse religious contexts at global or regional level.

Familiarity with global fundraising landscape and experience in cultivating high‑value gifts is required.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, both written and verbal is required.

Must possess a strong work ethic, have confidence, take initiative and be an…