Gulf Brand, Partnerships & Fundraising Senior Advisor

UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global child-focused organization is seeking a Senior Advisor to drive branding, fundraising, and partnership strategies in the Gulf region. The position requires expertise in strategic partnerships and at least 12 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include providing strategic advice, developing actionable plans, and engaging with high-level stakeholders. Ideal candidates are bilingual, with strong communication and negotiation skills, and must have an advanced degree in a relevant field. This part-time position will involve travel across the GCC.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Diverse working environment

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of experience in strategic partnerships or fundraising.
• Proven track record in mobilizing resources from private sector.
• Strong understanding of GCC political and economic contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level strategic advice on partnerships and fundraising.
• Identify and cultivate new donors and corporate partners.
• Support the development of branding and visibility strategies.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Fundraising

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Networking

Bilingual (Arabic and English)

Education

Advanced university degree in Business Administration, International Relations, or related field

Job description

A leading global child-focused organization is seeking a Senior Advisor to drive branding, fundraising, and partnership strategies in the Gulf region. The position requires expertise in strategic partnerships and at least 12 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include providing strategic advice, developing actionable plans, and engaging with high-level stakeholders. Ideal candidates are bilingual, with strong communication and negotiation skills, and must have an advanced degree in a relevant field. This part-time position will involve travel across the GCC.