Partnerships Specialist, Maputo, Mozambique

## Partnerships Specialist, Maputo, Mozambique - Organization:UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services - Office:UNOPS Maputo, Mozambique Position Title:Partnerships Specialist Vacancy Type:Internal candidates only Job Category:Partnerships Duty Station(s):Maputo Seniority Level:Mid Level Contract Type:ICA - IICA - Regular Contract Level:IICA 2 Posting Start Date:14-Aug-2026 Posting End Date:28-Aug-2026 Duration:Open ended subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance. Drive strategic growth by building key relationships, mobilizing resources, and expanding the office's portfolio to achieve sustainable development results. The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, based in Nairobi, Kenya, oversees the delivery of over 250 projects across 40 countries, with a focus on fragile and conflict-affected settings. Supported by more than 1,000 personnel across five multi-country offices—spanning North, West, Central, Eastern and Southern Africa, and the Horn of Africa—the office advances national priorities through strategic initiatives in Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, Peace and Security, Middle-Income Country Support, and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The Regional Office provides strategic leadership, operational support, and oversight in key areas including Partnerships, Communications, Management and Oversight, Infrastructure and Project Management, Health and Safety, and Security. By promoting excellence in project delivery, fostering knowledge sharing, and driving continuous improvement, the office contributes to sustainable infrastructure, transparent resource management, and a better quality of life for communities across the continent. About the Country/Multi-Country Office Based in Nairobi, UNOPS East and Southern Africa supports sustainable development across 14 countries, including Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Somalia, Tanzania, Zambia, Zanzibar, and Zimbabwe. Since 1995, UNOPS has expanded its footprint in Kenya, delivering services in project management, infrastructure, procurement, and financial management. Across the region, the office implements diverse, partner-funded initiatives that respond to national priorities. In Mozambique, this includes delivering specialized equipment (EU), supporting health services (UNICEF), promoting agro-processing (KOICA), and advancing peacebuilding efforts through a Multi-Donor Fund. UNOPS also supports agricultural input distribution and the Northern Crisis Recovery Project, both funded by the World Bank. In Malawi, efforts include developing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centres in partnership with the EU and the British Council. These initiatives reflect UNOPS' commitment to strengthening national capacities, enhancing service delivery, and supporting progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the region. About the Project Office UNOPS Mozambique is a trusted partner in advancing the country's development priorities and supporting progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals. Working closely with the Government and development partners, UNOPS delivers a range of services—including project management, procurement, and capacity building—to support peacebuilding, expand access to essential services, and strengthen livelihoods. The office plays a vital role in implementing projects that foster resilience and sustainable development, particularly in communities affected by conflict and climate-related challenges. With a strong track record of delivering high-impact, results-driven initiatives, UNOPS continues to contribute to long-term, positive change for the people of Mozambique. Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Country Manager, and in close coordination with the East and Southern Africa Multi-Country Office (ESAMCO), the Partnerships Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing the partnership development plan and supporting the development of communications plans for Mozambique and other Portuguese-speaking countries in Africa, as assigned. The incumbent will supervise communications and partnership personnel within the area of responsibility. The Partnerships Specialist develops and implements partnership and programme development plans for the office. The role focuses on building and maintaining effective working relationships with governments, UN agencies, donors and other stakeholders to mobilize resources, expand the office's portfolio, and strengthen the UNOPS positioning as a reliable development and implementation partner. The Partnerships Specialist also ensures that partnership initiatives are aligned with UNOPS' global and regional priorities, contribute to sustainable results, and support the achievement of the office's strategic objectives. Functions / Key Results Expected 1. Partnership and programme development planning - Develop a comprehensive partnership development and communications plan in line with UNOPS Strategic Plan and Regional Strategies. This includes country context, analysis of the regional and national development and humanitarian landscape, identification of main partners, strategic positioning of UNOPS in the potential operational niches identified, as well as growth pipeline opportunities for Mozambique. Ensure the plan reflects in-house capacity, typology of projects and the internal tools and knowledge resources. - Ensure communications and visibility are strategically integrated into partnership development and positioning, including identifying opportunities to strengthen UNOPS visibility, demonstrate results and support engagement with priority partners. - Examine risks and opportunities presented by the strategic positioning of the Mozambique Country office and propose appropriate responses to ensure sustainable growth. - Coordinate and collaborate with relevant Partnerships personnel at local, liaison and HQ level, as well as Project Managers and project personnel of the country offices covered by the office, to ensure aligned and coherent interactions with partners. 2. Development and follow-up of partnership opportunities - Monitor and evaluate humanitarian and development trends and needs to identify areas of collaboration within the UNOPS mandate and existing capacity. - Research events, publications and announcements, to track and screen opportunities for possible UNOPS interventions and identify trends that will drive partnership opportunities. - Provide advice and feedback to UNOPS HQ and Regional Office on the development of framework partnership agreements that can increase opportunities at the regional level. - Contribute to the identification, design, formulation and negotiation of new projects and programmes and draft concept notes and project document briefs for discussion with partners. - Create and maintain engagement opportunities and engagement functionalities in alignment with UNOPS corporate guidelines and relevant platforms. - Coordinate technical and financial requirements, and negotiate proposals to close new project opportunities. - Draft agreements and/or contractual documents required for the signature and implementation of new projects. - Understand and clearly explain UNOPS pricing policy to partners. - Contribute to the diversification of the Multi Country / Country Office in line with UNOPS strategic and Regional objectives, with a focus on other Portuguese speaking countries in Africa. - In coordination with the Communications and Reporting personnel, when available, gather content for communications and outreach materials. 3.Representation and inter-agency partnership - Establish and further develop partnerships with UN agencies, international organisations, governments, foundations, international NGOs and private sector organisations to diversify project opportunities within the Multi Country / Country Office. - Undertake advocacy, public information and communication activities in collab