Tiered Approach

In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:

  • Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
  • Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
  • Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
  • Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates

Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.

Background

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. 

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization in fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. Learn more at undp.org or follow at @UNDP.

Post-Specific Context

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative and in close consultation with Head of Program, the Partnerships & Resource Mobilization(RM) Analyst supports the Management and spearheads the overall effort to build partnerships and mobilize an appropriate and sustainable funding base in the CO.  The Partnerships & Resource Mobilization Analyst  develops the country office partnerships building and resource mobilization strategy, tools and procedures and coordinates their implementation, leads donor intelligence, supports strengthening of UNDP position within the UN family and developing strategic partnerships with government, donors, IFIs, private sector and CSO.

The Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Analyst will be responsible for enhancing UNDP partnerships, to mobilize resources for UNDP program efforts, and supporting UNDP’s Partnerships and Donor Relations. She/he supports UNDP senior management (SMT) in developing/nurturing strategic partnerships and leveraging resources to achieve results for the Kenya program portfolio.

Scope of Work

A. Build Strategic Partnerships and Resources Mobilization:

  • Development of the Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Strategy with planning tools to implement the strategy in close collaboration with Senior Management, Strategic Results and Resources team and portfolio managers;
  • Development and implementation of a donor intelligence strategy (partners, needs and priorities, perception of UNDP by its current and potential future partners, and projection of UNDP’ added value and potential role);
  • Development of targeted donor fund-raising strategies and approaches;
  • Regular external and internal analysis/scanning of opportunities to identify where the CO strengths overlap with partner/client needs for partnerships and resource mobilization;
  • Analysis of the Government of Kenya’s national budget and investment targets to identify areas for UNDP collaboration;
  • Analysis of key development and sectoral policies currently being discussed and implemented in the country and key donors willing to support them to inform CO RM strategy;
  • Identification of emerging sources of funding; assessment of their current usage and potential for the future;
  • Assessment of the level of CO engagement with each donor: Type and level of contact and particular areas of interest; development of strategy to position the CO to become a priority partner for the donor.

B. Ensure Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships:

  • Proactively build partnerships and strategic alliances with the Government of Kenya, IFIs, Multi and Bi lateral partners, Pvt Sector, CSOs, etc, for UNDP positioning, including creating opportunities and nurturing networks for idea generation and development into funding opportunities;
  • In collaboration with Communications Analyst, support the organization of high visibility events, policy dialogues, roundtables that positions UNDP thought leadership and results in Kenya;
  • Work closely with program team to establish and nurture civil society platforms, including as required a Civil Society Advisory Board, to ensure inclusion and relevance of UNDP program;
  • Engage with think tanks and academic institutions to ensure that CO can access high quality research and be involved in cutting-edge development discourse.

C. Diversification of Resource Base:

  • Delivery of resource mobilization and government cost sharing targets for UNDP in line with strategic positioning;
  • Engagement with government and development partner stakeholders on implementation of Direct Project Costing;
  • Identification of emerging development partners and creating opportunities for collaboration;
  • Negotiating alternative financing models with international financial institutions (IFIs) to achieve mutual goals in delivering sustainable development;
  • Fostering innovations and creative development solutions in collaboration with private sector;
  • In collaboration with program team, develop quality proposals, concept notes, and pitching documents to bilateral, IFIs (World Bank, AfDB), private partners, UN pooled funds (PBF, Joint SDG Fund, UN PRPD, etc), vertical funds (GEF, GCF, and country based pooled funds;
  • Strategizes with senior management and portfolio managers on use of ICT-led innovations in resource mobilization, i.e. crowd-sourcing, campaign-led fund raising.

D. Promote Knowledge Management and Communication of Results:                  

  • Supports portfolios in codification of knowledge and communication of results, specifically for innovations in financing;
  • Facilitates discussions and strategy-setting for scaling up of UNDP projects in terms of coverage, policy impact and sustainability. Helps portfolio managers in consistently applying scaling for all UNDP projects (including cost-sharing commitment from the government);
  • Preparation of comprehensive, analytical and substantive briefs, for donor meetings, RBA/HQ, missions, etc;
  • Performs Pvt Sector Due Diligence and negotiates mutually beneficial agreements, including GDF, MOUs/LOA, compliance with partner requirements, including donor reporting requirements;
  • Assists CO in implementing corporate transparency commitments, including regular update of project information on appropriate portals.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Competencies

Core Competencies

  • Achieve Results: LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work;
  • Think Innovatively: LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking;
  • Learn Continuously: LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning;
  • Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 2: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands;
  • Act with Determination: LEVEL 2: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results;
  • Engage and Partner: LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships;
  • Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making .

People Management

UNDP People Management Competencies can be found on the dedicated site.

Cross-functional & technical competencies

Business Direction & Strategy 

  • Strategic Thinking
    • Develop effective strategies and prioritized plans in line with UNDP’s mission and objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, opportunities and potential risks; link the general vision to reality on the ground to create tangible targeted solutions; learn from a variety of sources to anticipate and effectively respond to both current and future trends; demonstrate foresight.
  • System Thinking
    • Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.

Business Development

  • Knowledge Facilitation
    • Ability to animate individuals and groups, internally and externally, and to design and facilitate activities, to share and exchange knowledge, information and ideas. Knowledge of tools and approaches to stimulate active participation, contribution, and exchange. 

Business Management

  • Project Management
    • Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific goals.
  • Communication
    • Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience;
    • Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media, and other appropriate channels.

Partnership Management

  • Relationship Management
    • Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding.

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum education requirements

  • Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Social Policy, Public Policy, Politics, Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies or a related area is required, or; 
  • A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree)  in the arears stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Minimum years of relevant work experience

  • Minimum of 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible relevant experience at the national or international level in international development with special focus on partnership building, business development  and resource mobilization.

Required skills

  • Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages;
  • Knowledge and experience in partnership building, business development  and resource mobilization.

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section

  • Experience working in the UN System is an asset; 
  • Experience in working, liaising, and collaborating with UN agencies, governments, NGOs, civil society organizations, and public international organizations is an asset;
  • Knowledge of capacity building theory and application of capacity building/assessment methodologies is desired;
  • Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is desired. 

Required Language(s)

  • Fluency in English is required;
  • Fluency in Kiswahili is required for local personnel.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Use of AI by candidates

Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection

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