Reporting and Resource Mobilization Officer

Context

As part of its resource mobilization strategy, UNICEF Venezuela plans to recruit a UNV- Reporting and Resource Mobilization Officer for the quality review of donor-related documents, including reports, communications/outreach pieces, and funding proposals. The UNV will also be tasked with developing donor profiles and various donor materials supporting UNICEF Venezuela’s Resource Mobilization strategy, such as interactive presentations and concept notes, and supporting preparation of donor 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 including reports, communications/outreach pieces, donor profiles, donor mapping, and funding proposals with contributions from the Health and Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, WASH, and Social Policy programmes, as well as supporting areas such as Budget, Communications and Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation.

The UN Volunteer will be hosted by UNICEF and will be based in Caracas, under the supervision of the Resource Mobilization Specialist (P-3).

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.

Task description

• Supporting Programme teams to produce high quality donor-related documents (including narrative, logical frameworks, budget, etc.) in a timely manner by internal deadlines. The format and type of documents might vary depending on donor requirements and recommendations from UNICEF global and regional offices. This includes reports for donors and project proposals.
• Developing analytical donor profiles and providing donor mapping inputs.
• Developing interactive Powerpoint presentations and technical and thematic concept notes.
• Supporting preparation of donor events such as field missions, meetings, and virtual activities.
• Translating documents from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish. A robust command of English and Spanish is required for this position (fluent)
• Proof-reading and cross-checking figures and references
• 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

Requirements

Required experience

• 3 years of experience in the national and/or international level; experience working in the UN or other international development organization is an asset
• Experience in writing and reviewing/proofreading for different audiences, contexts/ and sectors, including development and/or emergency situations and for advocacy purposes
• Relevant experience with international organizations, knowledge of abbreviations and terminology used by UNICEF is desirable
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment
• Knowledge of Rights and Results-Based Management approach (capacity to develop and/or review logical frameworks is an asset)
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel
• Have affinity with or interest in children rights, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.
• Knowledge of the context of Venezuela and/or Latin America is an asset

Languages

• Spanish, Level: Fluent, Required
• English, Level: Working knowledge, Required

Source: https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1771380994355456