UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, a voice.

For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments. The Communication, Advocacy and Partnership (CAP) section at the Tanzania Country Office (TCO) has been working with the aim of expanding UNICEF’s leadership as a credible and trusted voice for children. It engages with stakeholders including the government, development partners, the private sector and media to support shifts in public policy, fuel social engagement and increase private and public resources for children. UNICEF’s country programme envisions a pivotal role for strategic private sector partnerships in achieving programmatic outcomes/goals in support of the Government’s Vision 2050, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

How can you make a difference?

This TA position is based in Dar es Salaam, as part of the Communication, Advocacy and Partnerships Section in UNICEF’s Tanzania Country Office. Under the supervision of the Partnership Specialist and the leadership of the Chief of Communication, Advocacy and Partnerships (CAP), the Private Sector Engagement Specialist will help deepen UNICEF’s collaboration with the private sector and provide an interface for environmental scanning, knowledge exchange, policy influence and partnership with the private sector. The Specialist will lead in updating and implementation of the private sector engagement strategy. S/he will steward and grow existing corporate partnerships as well as identify and develop new major corporate partnerships. The key result is to ensure greater income and influence for UNICEF in support of its mission in Tanzania.

Scope of work

Under the supervision of the Partnership Specialist, the incumbent will:

1. Private sector engagement strategy 

• Develops and maintains deep knowledge and familiarity of the existing and prospective private sector partners and other relevant stakeholders

• Routinely review and update the private sector engagement strategy based on current trends

• Strengthens the private sector engagement strategy to promote Children’s Rights and Business Principles, Business for Results (B4R) and to leverage private sector support (resources and influence).

 2. Private Sector engagement and partnerships 

• Scans and scouts the external environment for opportunities and risks, and shares information on current trends;

• Advises on engagement with private sector partners

• Promotes among associations (employers association, business forums, sectoral associations and confederations the need to develop regulations ensuring protection of children’s rights.

3. Internal knowledge management 

• Tracks engagement with private sector partners and conducts required clearance and due diligence processes

• Performs capacity building related duties to ensure the success of the team, including guiding, training, and coaching short-term staff, including interns and consultants, as required.

• Keeps Country Management Team and relevant UNICEF colleagues informed about the private sector environment

• Provides country programme updates with regards to private sector engagement.

4. Support of overall resource mobilization efforts  

• Identifies, builds and secures Public Private Partnerships (PPP)

• Supports the review and quality assurance of external reports and other documents

• Performs any other tasks as required

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will need to have…

The Private Sector Engagement Specialist is a seasoned professional in the field of external relations, in particular private sector engagement and partnership development.

Education 

• Advanced university degree (minimum Master’s level) in international development, international relations, political science, business administration, marketing or other related field.

Work Experience 

• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in external relations, fundraising, resource mobilization and/or private sector engagement related activities

• Proven record in engaging with private sector entities

• Experience in working for a private sector entity locally or internationally in the area of corporate social responsibility or related field is an asset.

• Excellent knowledge of English is required with knowledge of another UN language considered as an asset

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• As an asset, demonstrated experience in engaging private sector entities on child right’s issues

• Experience in both development and humanitarian contexts is an added advantage

For every Child, you demonstrate… 

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability (CRITAS)underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships, Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(1), Drive to achieve results for impact(1), Innovates and embraces change(1), Manages ambiguity and complexity(1),Thinks and acts strategically(1), Works collaboratively with others (1).

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female are encouraged to apply.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.

Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.