Government Partnerships Officer

World Food Programme

Nov 13, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Government & Politics
Business, Operations & Strategy
Delhi

Requirements

Advanced University degree in Political Science, International Development, Development Economics, International Relations, Law, Marketing, Communications, or any other relevant field
At least five (5) years of post-graduate professional working experience in developing government & corporate strategies, multi-stakeholder partnerships, design & management of resource mobilization processes & strategies, creation of external communication & briefing materials, etc.
Experience in large scale/complex emergency environments.
Experience working in international humanitarian and/or development field
Strong analytical skills; resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgment, tact, negotiating skills.
Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
Ability to work in a team and establish effective working relations with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Fluency (level C) in French and a strong command (level B) of English

Responsibilities

Implement the work plan for an assigned area to enable WFP to identify, develop and strengthen quality partnerships in support of WFP strategic objectives.
Proactively contribute to a partnerships portfolio, including partner profiling, data/trends analysis and outreach activities, with the aim to maximize resources and leverage policy and technical support for WFP’s work; Ensure partner visibility and that partner conditions are met.
Use data to propose options to managers to expand support from existing partners and to scope new partners, guided by programmatic assessment and context-specific analysis, with the aim to enhance the impact of WFP’s work and diversify the resource base.
Gather and share partner intelligence (including forecasting), using key information systems (e.g. Salesforce, WINGS, WFPGo).
Proactively contribute to partnership opportunities, soliciting contributions, providing donor stewardship, forecasting, negotiating changes, and assessing results to maximize resources raised.
Represent WFP at meetings at appropriate levels, advancing the partnerships strategy and objectives, and building support for WFP activities; Lead and support negotiations for contributions and partnership agreements, aligning with internal policies and external regulations to secure advantageous outcomes for WFP.
Solicit inputs from other functional entities, Regional Bureau (RBs) and Country Offices (COs) on WFP’s programmatic offering that can gain traction with individual partner audiences, Conduct analysis and draft quality briefs in support of outreach opportunities.
Gather socio-political insights to support WFP’s effective positioning vis-à-vis national governments, regional and international institutions with the aim to influence the policy agenda.
In the context of the UN system and multilateral fora, support the development of partnerships and joint events with member states, civil society and intergovernmental organizations to advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Zero Hunger on the global agenda and advance WFP priorities and objectives, based on a basic understanding of member states’ dynamics and interests.
Provide inputs to partnerships strategies, including the development of Partnership Action Plans; Draw up quality partner proposals and reports by engaging with other WFP entities and external stakeholders.
Contribute to the preparation of strategic agreements, joint strategies and Memorandums of understanding (MOUs) in order to promote the SDGs and Zero Hunger on the national, regional and global agenda and to reach advantageous outcomes for WFP.
Facilitate corporate dialogue with partners through networking and information sharing; Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with representatives of donors through appropriate channels, participating in regular donor meetings.
Proactively highlight strategic issues to senior managers and propose options for the best course of action to nurture trust and partnership growth.
Contribute to preparedness actions, providing technical recommendations and guidance, and monitor defined risks.
Other as required.

FAQs

What is the deadline for applications for the Government Partnerships Officer position?

The deadline for applications is 18 November 2024 at 23:59 GMT (Greenwich Mean Time, Ouagadougou).

What qualifications are required for this position?

An advanced university degree in Political Science, International Development, Development Economics, International Relations, Law, Marketing, Communications, or any other relevant field is required.

How many years of experience are needed for this role?

A minimum of five (5) years of post-graduate professional working experience is required.

What languages are required for the Government Partnerships Officer position?

Fluency (level C) in French and a strong command (level B) of English are required.

Is the World Food Programme committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, WFP celebrates and embraces diversity and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees.

What are some key responsibilities of the Government Partnerships Officer?

Key responsibilities include identifying and developing partnerships, preparing high-quality proposals and reports, representing WFP at meetings, and contributing to partnership strategies.

Will I need to prepare reports and proposals in this role?

Yes, preparing high-quality proposals, donor reports, and briefing materials will be part of the responsibilities.

Is there an opportunity for professional development within WFP?

Yes, WFP invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through training, coaching, and internal mobility opportunities.

What is the organizational context for the work in Burkina Faso?

The work in Burkina Faso focuses on combatting malnutrition and food insecurity, promoting education, enhancing farmers' resilience, and strengthening national food systems due to a significant food security crisis.

How does WFP ensure partner visibility and meet partner conditions?

The Government Partnerships Officer will work to ensure partner visibility by implementing strategies to meet partner conditions and keep them informed about WFP operations.

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The United Nations World Food Programme is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. We are the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.