Resource Mobilization and Strategic Engagement Officer

The Resource Mobilization and Strategic Engagement Officer supports the External Relations Unit by strengthening strategic engagement with key partners and stakeholders, particularly donors and through fora such as G7/G20. The role aims to enhance Unitaid's positioning in the global health landscape and contribute to generating predictable and high-value revenue streams.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships and form a robust network with strategic contacts in donor and other external institutions, including G7/G20 governments to support effective policy and funding cooperation.
• Monitor and analyze developments in global health and international development relevant to Unitaid's strategic priorities.
• Support and coordinate engagement with external stakeholders, including preparing materials for meetings, joint activities, and high-level events.
• Maintain ongoing communication with partners and ensure timely follow-up and collaboration.
• Track partner activities, commitments, and opportunities for collaboration, and contribute to the development of strategic engagement plans.
• Seek opportunities to support Unitaid's Next Generation Financing agenda.
• Prepare written materials including briefing notes, talking points, concept notes, and contributions to reports for the Unitaid Board and governance committees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• University degree in international relations, political science, development studies, or a related field.
• Training or qualifications in partnership development or strategic planning (desirable).
• At least five years of experience in external relations or partnerships, including work in an international context.
• Track record of engaging government officials, parliamentarians, civil society, and other development actors to increase funding and financial flows for development.
• Minimum two years' experience related to public health.
• Demonstrated experience preparing strategic written materials (briefing notes, concept notes, etc.).
• Experience organizing high-level or multistakeholder events.
• Strong understanding of external relations, partnership management, and strategic communication.
• Understanding of political and technical mechanisms that affect government and institutional policy and financial decision-making.
• Excellent analytical and strategic writing skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of WHO and/or Unitaid partnership and communication procedures is an asset.
• Expert knowledge of English.
• Expert knowledge of French (desirable).

Skills

• Partnership Development
• Strategic Planning
• External Relations
• Partnership Management
• Strategic Communications
• Public Health
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Government Relations
• Policy Analysis
• Financial Flows Mobilization
• Event Organization
• Strategic Writing
• Briefing Note Preparation
• Concept note drafting
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Donor Engagement Strategies
• International Relations
• Political Analysis
• English
• French

Languages

English, French