Background

I. Organizational Context
 
The United Nations system in Indonesia works as a team to develop the best strategy to respond to national needs and plans, building on agency asset. To support its operations, UN Indonesia is opening vacancies for roster of qualified personnel.Candidates will be assessed by UN Human Resources team for particular type/level of function.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Team Leader, Management Support and Business Development or Resource Mobilization Specialist, the Resource Mobilization Analyst supports the Management in the overall effort to build partnerships and mobilize an appropriate and sustainable funding base in a large CO.  The Resource Mobilization Analyst implements the CO resource mobilization and partnerships building strategy, conducts donor intelligence, contributes to strengthening of UN position within the UN family and developing strategic partnerships with government, donors, private sector and CSO.

The Resource Mobilization Analyst may supervise and lead a team of experts, international and national consultants if authorized by the management. All the activities are implemented in close cooperation with other Management Support and Business Development staff, Programme, Operations and other Teams. The Resource Mobilization Analyst maintains a network with colleagues from UNAgencies, IFIs, Government officials, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors, private sector and civil society.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

• Implementation of CO strategies related to RM and partnerships building
• Strong positioning of UN
• Facilitate knowledge building and knowledge sharing.

1. Implements strategies and policies related to RM and partnerships building  focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Synthesis of proposals and provision of  inputs to the development and implementation of a donor intelligence strategy, RM strategy, Client Relationship Management strategy under the supervision of direct supervisor. Implementation of strategies
• Analysis and assessment of CO opportunities for resource mobilization.
• Identification of opportunities in the country based on partner-specific intelligence and the competitive landscape and where the CO competency strengths overlap with partner/client needs
• Analysis of key development and sectoral policies currently being discussed and implemented in the country and key donors willing to support these policies
• Drafting and revision of agreements with donors. Monitoring of overall implementation of agreements.
• Analysis of the level of CO engagement with each donor: type and level of contact and particular areas of interest
• Identification of emerging sources of funding; assessment of their current usage and potential for the future.
• Participation in the development of specific donor fund-raising strategies and approaches 
• Conduct of a Competitive Landscape Analysis of partners, their priorities and characterization of their relationships/partnerships.
• Negotiation of mutually beneficial agreements, compliance with partner requirements, including reporting requirements.

3.  Strongly positions UN fousing on achievement of the following results:

•  Provision of inputs to the development and implementation of CO strategy for partnering with UN Agencies around UNDAF, MDG and other joint programming for implementation of UN Reform.

4.  Facilitate knowledge  building and knowledge sharing as required by the organization, focusing on the following results:

• Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to resource mobilization and partnership-building activities.
• Contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
• Organization of training/briefing for the CO staff on resource mobilization issues.

IV. Impact of Results

The position has an impact on partnerships development and RM in the CO. This strategic post ensures sustainable funding base for the programme.

Competencies

Functional Competencies:    

Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda

Level 1.2: Preparing information for advocacy

• Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UNDP’s mandate

Results-Based Programme Development and Management

Level 1.2: Contributes into results through primary research and analysis

• Assesses project performance to identify success factors and incorporates best practices into project work
• Researches linkages across programme activities to identify critical points of integration
• Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementation
• Analyzes country situation to identify opportunities for project development
• Participates in the formulation of project proposals and ensures substantive rigor in the design and application of proven successful approaches and drafts proposals accordingly

Building Strategic Partnerships

Levle 1.2:  Maintaining a network of contacts

• Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues
• Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders

Innovation and Marketing New Approaches

Level 1.2: Enhancing processes or products

• Generates new ideas and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things
• Documents and analyses innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches

Resource Mobilization (Field Duty Stations)

Level 1.2:  Providing inputs to resource mobilization strategies

• Analyzes information/databases on potential and actual donors 
• Develops a database of project profiles.  Identifies opportunities for project proposals for presentation to donors

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

Level 1.2: Basic research and analysis

• Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things
• Documents and analyses innovative strategies and new approaches

 Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Level 1.2: Fundamental knowledge of own discipline

• Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position
• Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks 
• Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning
• Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments
• Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in work assignments

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals

Level 1.2: Preparing information for global advocacy

• Identifies and communicates relevant information for advocacy for UN’s goals for a variety of audiences
• Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for advocating for UN’s mandate

Client Orientation

Level 1.2: Establishing effective client relationships

• Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion
• Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
• Anticipates client needs and addresses them promptly

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity  
• Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment 
• Self-development, initiative-taking 
• Acting as a team player and facilitating team work 
• Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively 
• Creating synergies through self-control
• Managing conflict
• Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
• Informed and transparent decision making

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education: 

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field.

Experience: 

• 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level. Experience in research and policy-level analysis. design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and advanced programmes for data analysis.

Language Requirements: 

• Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station.

 Female candidates are encouraged to apply

UN Indonesia 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 UN Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.