Government Partnerships Consultant – Social Protection

Sabiagrik; Cuneo; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading humanitarian agency is seeking a Government Partnerships Consultant for Social Protection based in Rome. This role involves developing partnerships and engaging with government stakeholders to support funding for projects impacting millions globally. Ideal candidates will possess an advanced degree and significant experience in partnership roles and social protection financing.

Competenze

• Minimum 8 years in partnership roles.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Spanish, French, or Arabic is an asset.

Mansioni

• Implement a government donor engagement work plan on social protection.
• Guide units on partnership strategies and proposal writing.
• Manage social protection partnerships and expand collaboration opportunities.

Conoscenze

Social protection policy

Resource mobilization

Negotiation

Data-driven decision-making

Multi-stakeholder partnerships

Formazione

Advanced University degree in International Development, Economics, or relevant field

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Title: Government Partnerships Consultant – Social Protection

Type of Contract: International Consultancy

Division: Global Partner Countries – Thematic Team

Duty Station (City, Country): Rome HQ, Italy – would involve some travel

Duration: 5 months – with possibility for extension

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT :

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

The Global Partner Countries Division (GPC) supports organization-wide efforts to meet resource needs at corporate and country levels through active engagement with governments and public sector institutions. Within GPC, the Thematic Team was created in 2021 to advance WFP’s climate, resilience, social protection, and nutrition portfolio through systematic and strategic fundraising for thematic and development activities, requiring a different approach than humanitarian fundraising.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

WFP seeks to fill the position of Government Partnerships Officer for Social Protection, based in the Global Partner Countries Division at Headquarters in Rome, Italy.

JOB PURPOSE

WFP relies on voluntary contributions for project funding. Relationships with public sector fundraising partners are crucial for supporting projects that impact millions globally.

Fundraising for the thematic agenda from development partners is gaining momentum following WFP’s Strategic Plan approval. This requires targeted, cross-departmental strategies, especially in social protection financing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Implement a government donor engagement work plan on social protection to develop and strengthen partnerships aligned with WFP’s strategic goals, including organizing discussions, events, and publications.
2. Position WFP with partners on its value proposition in social protection, develop tailored engagement materials, and support organizational coherence in partner engagement.
3. Guide units, Regional Bureaux, and Country Offices on partnership strategies, proposal writing, and best practices, updating portfolios and funding needs.
4. Maintain up-to-date donor intelligence on social protection and promote its use within WFP.
5. Coordinate the Social Protection Trust Fund, ensuring donor relations and reporting are managed effectively.
6. Manage social protection partnerships, including partner profiling, data analysis, and outreach planning to expand collaboration opportunities.
7. Support corporate dialogue with partners, highlighting strategic opportunities and issues to senior management, and prepare briefs and recommendations.
8. Assist in designing partnership proposals, negotiations, and agreements, ensuring partner visibility and compliance.
9. Support WFP’s positioning on social protection with governments and international institutions, sharing insights and advising on donor engagement.
10. Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Advanced University degree in International Development, Economics, International Relations, Social Protection, or relevant field.

Experience: Minimum of 8 years in partnership roles.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Experience in social protection policy, financing, and programming.
• Understanding of government and corporate strategies, public policy, and influence levels.
• Experience in developing multi-stakeholder partnerships and organizing advocacy events.
• Proven ability to develop long-term relationships and expand engagement across sectors and geographies.
• Experience in resource mobilization, negotiation, and data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to create external messaging, briefs, and talking points tailored to stakeholders.
• Contribution to system improvements and partner intelligence platforms.

Languages

Fluency (Level C) in English; knowledge of Spanish, French, or Arabic is a strong asset.

Terms and Conditions

WFP offers a competitive package, determined by contract type and candidate qualifications.

Visit “Our work” and “Countries” on WFP’s website for more info.

Ref. : VA No.832956

All employment decisions are merit-based. WFP is committed to an inclusive, harassment-free workplace. Candidates will undergo background checks.

Note: No appointment will be made to members of certain oversight bodies within the UN system during or within three years of their service.

At Sabiagrik, we're dedicated to bridging the knowledge gap in the agriculture sector, helping enthusiasts transform their passion into thriving businesses.

J-18808-Ljbffr