Public Partnership Specialist (P-3) – Fixed Term

About the role

The Public Partnership Specialist supports UNICEF’s regional engagement with governments, international financial institutions, foundations and other strategic partners to advance child‑centered policies and mobilize resources. The role reports to senior management and contributes to the development and implementation of partnership strategies.

Key responsibilities

• Implement the work plan for the assigned partnership area, ensuring timely and cost‑effective delivery of results.
• Identify, develop and broker new partnerships and resource‑mobilization agreements in line with UNICEF’s partnership strategy.
• Screen inquiries from potential collaborators and facilitate communication with relevant UNICEF staff.
• Monitor the external environment for opportunities and risks, sharing timely information with colleagues.
• Provide strategic, logistical and programmatic support to senior management for corporate engagement.
• Maintain a database of key contacts and knowledge on partnership and resource mobilization.
• Develop and implement annual partnership engagement and resource‑mobilization plans.
• Act as focal point for outreach, policy influence and collaboration, ensuring UNICEF’s perspectives are represented.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in international relations, political science, communications, international development, public policy or a related field (or equivalent combination of bachelor’s degree and experience).
• Minimum five years of professional experience in partnerships, public affairs, programme management, resource mobilization or external relations.
• Strong diplomatic communication and negotiation skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Current knowledge of development issues, strategies and programming policies.
• Proficiency in both Spanish and English.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of partnership development and resource mobilization.
• Ability to conduct sound policy analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with political and governmental processes.