Partnership Specialist

at  United Nations Development Programme UNDP

Job Identification
18192
Locations
Oslo, Norway
Posting Date
05/29/2024, 09:44 AM
Apply Before
06/11/2024, 10:59 PM
Job Schedule
Full time
Agency

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:

• Fluency in English and Norwegian is required.
  Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
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POSITION PURPOSE:

Under the direct supervision of the Director, the Partnership Specialist will advance the Nordic Representation Office’s efforts in Norway to increase overall support for UNDP on the part of key constituencies and partners in Norway. This includes the development and implementation of strategies and programmes to enhance strategic relationships, mobilize core and non-core resources, scale up corporate outreach and communications efforts, expand and deepen partnerships with key constituencies.
Duties and Responsibilities

Advancing engagement with Norwegian partners

• In collaboration with the Director and Deputy Director, strategic planning in shaping and advancing overall engagement, cooperation and partnership building with Norwegian partners including representing UNDP in public events positioning substantive development issues.

*Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: *

• Supervises staff within the office in Norway (at present one position