Team Leader – Funding Partnerships
Quick answer
UNDP is hiring an in-office Team Leader – Funding Partnerships in New York to lead strategic donor engagement and resource mobilization efforts for the organization.
- Role
- Team Leader – Funding Partnerships
- Organization
- UNDP
- Location
- New York, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Team Leader – Funding Partnerships will provide strategic leadership to a high-performing team focused on managing relationships with Member State donors to support UNDP's resource mobilization goals. The role involves transitioning the organization toward an 'investor-ready' funding model and advising senior management on negotiation strategies to secure core and non-core resources. This position works across various UNDP units to build networks, modernize fundraising cultures, and demonstrate return on investment for international development initiatives.
What you'll do
- Establish strategic alliances with Member States and bilateral donors.
- Transition the partnership model from 'donor-recipient' to 'donor-to-investor'.
- Provide high-level advisory support to senior management on resource mobilization strategies.
- Oversee the performance management of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Design and implement innovative funding products and regional windows.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in International Relations, Finance, Public Policy, or related fields.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in partnership development and resource mobilization.
- Expert-level interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong understanding of development finance policies and OECD-DAC partner ecosystems.
- Fluency in English is required; working knowledge of other UN languages is desirable.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this role remote or based in an office?
This position is based in New York, UNDP Headquarters, and requires an in-office presence.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the core educational requirements?
A Master's degree in a relevant field such as International Finance, Public Policy, or International Relations is required, though a Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience may be considered.
How do I know if I am eligible to apply based on the 'Tiered' process?
The vacancy uses a tiered system where internal staff (Tiers 0-2) are prioritized based on contract type; please review the 'Tiered Approach' section to confirm if your current contract status qualifies you for this vacancy.
How to apply
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