UNV Specialist in Resource Mobilization

Mission and objectives

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child in all aspects of its programmatic and operational work. The equity strategy, which emphasizes directing resources towards the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, is the means through which UNICEF translates its commitment to the rights of the child into action. For UNICEF, equity means that every child has an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential without discrimination. Increasing evidence confirms that investments in the health, education and protection of the most disadvantaged members of society not only help children realize their potential, but also contribute to social development and the sustainable growth of countries. This is why a focus on equity is so important. On the one hand, it helps accelerate progress towards the realization of the rights of all children, which lies at the heart of UNICEF’s mandate and is grounded in the Convention on the Rights of the Child. On the other hand, it contributes to the equitable development of nations. UNICEF has been working in Venezuela since 1967, progressively expanding its support following the establishment of a UNICEF office in the country and the signing of the first cooperation agreement between Venezuela and UNICEF in 1991. UNICEF works in partnership with national and subnational authorities, civil society, academia and the private sector.

Context

As part of its resource mobilization strategy, UNICEF Venezuela plans to recruit a UNV Specialist in Resource Mobilization for the quality review of donor-related documents, including reports, communications/outreach pieces, and fundraising material. The UNV will also be tasked with developing donor profiles and various donor materials supporting UNICEF Venezuela’s Partnerships and Resource Mobilization strategy, such as interactive presentations and concept notes, and supporting preparation of donor missions and events. Overall, the Venezuela country office is looking for a young professional who can contribute to the production of high-quality results-based donor events and documents in English and Spanish, including reports, communications/outreach pieces, donor profiles, donor mapping, and fundraising materials with contributions from the Health, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection and WASH programmes, as well as supporting areas such as Budget, Communications and Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation. The UNV will be hosted by UNICEF and will be based in Caracas, under the supervision of the Resource Mobilization Specialist (P-3).

Task Description

Under the direct supervision of Resource Mobilization Specialist (P-3), the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Support Programme teams in the preparation, review and quality assurance of donor-related documents, including narrative reports, logical frameworks, budgets and other fundraising materials, ensuring timely submission and compliance with donor requirements and UNICEF standards
• Developing analytical donor profiles, partnerships mapping/landscape analysis, and briefing notes for senior staff.
• Supporting the identification of fundraising opportunities with the public and private sector aligned with UNICEF programme priorities.
• Developing interactive PowerPoint presentations and technical and thematic concept notes.
• Supporting preparation of donor events such as field missions, meetings, and virtual activities.
• Translate documents between English and Spanish, ensuring accuracy, consistency and appropriate adaptation of technical and donor-related content. Proofread and verify figures, references and supporting information to ensure accuracy and consistency across documents.
• Checking documents for clarity and comprehension, respecting UNICEF terminology, grammatical and factual accuracy, and consistency with donor guidance, proposals and/or previous reports
• Submitting all documents in compliance with the available donor guidelines and UNICEF Brand and Style Books, including layout/formatting.
• Archiving partnership documentation on SharePoint (filing agreements, proposals, budgets, reports, and any other relevant documents) in an organized and user-friendly manner.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies and values

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness.
• Works Collaboratively with others.
• Innovates and Embraces Change.
• Drives to achieve impactful results.
• Manages ambiguity and complexity.

Living conditions and remarks

The UN Volunteer will be based at UNICEF’s Venezuela Country Office in Caracas. Travel to project areas may be involved. Caracas is classified by the United Nations as Family duty station and living conditions are good, with good access to transportation, basic services and communications as well as cultural activities and experiences. Cultural and social awareness is advised as the UNICEF team is comprised of people from many nationalities. The UN Volunteer can expect a peaceful lifestyle. The selected candidate for the position will receive safety guidance from the security team once they begin their activities. In addition to duty station specific vaccine requirements, appointments are subject to confirmation of fully vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO) endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the appointment. It does not apply to UN Volunteers who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their contracts. UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment. Benefits: The basic entitlements for this assignment, in accordance with the United Nations Volunteers Conditions of Service, are as follows:

• Volunteer living allowance of USD 1299.58
• Travel funds to facilitate travel to and from the duty station (if applicable)
• Medical, dental, and hospital insurance, as well as life and disability insurance, up to the limits of the policy.
• Medical insurance for dependents. Check the COS for eligibility details.
• Annual leave accrued at a rate of 2.5 days per month.