Purpose:
The Deputy Executive Director-External Relations advises and assists the Executive Director of UNICEF in overall direction and strategic leadership of the Organization particularly related to the organization’s communications, resource mobilization strategy, donors and partner relations management and development, policy advocacy and guidance framework, and corporate and social engagement. Supervises and coordinates the work of Private Sector Fundraising and Partnerships Division, Public Partnerships Division, Division of Communications, and the Division of Data, Research and Policy.
Minimum Requirements:
- Advanced university degree in development-related disciplines: Public Policy, Economics, Business Administration, International Relations or other relevant Social Sciences, or equivalent work experience.
- At least fifteen years of progressively responsible professional experience in leading and managing diverse and complex teams, including, but not limited to, international organizations, governments, the private sector or NGOs.
- Track record in communication/media strategies, resource mobilization, and strategic partnership building.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and commitment to UNICEF and its vision.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of another official UN language is a distinct advantage.
Remarks:
Person Profile:
- Dynamic leader with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Experience in leading and managing communications, media relations, public
advocacy & partnerships, and policy development. - Results-driven and people-oriented management approach with strong ability
to influence, negotiate, and build networks and partnerships while improving
systems, streamlining and simplifying processes. - Knowledge of development issues and policies.
- Excellent diplomatic and organizational development skills, combined with a
proven ability to succeed in a complex political, diverse and multicultural
environment. - Strong capacity to distill and translate multifaceted and critical issues for
organizational attention from the various regions and HQ divisions. - Experience in/knowledge of the UN system and knowledge of UNICEF’s work
would be an asset. - Strategic and global thinking and analytical ability.
- Ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas as well as to
manage projects.
How to apply:
Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as
the two most recent PERs/Evaluations. Regret letters will only be sent to shortlisted
candidates.
To download P11 form: http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc
Applicants are requested to send their submissions to recruit.SSR@unicef.org with subject line“Deputy Executive Director (External Relations)” by 20-November-15.
Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified
female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including
persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.
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