Partnerships Associate

## Partnerships Associate - Organization:UNDP - United Nations Development Programme - Office:UNDP in Istanbul, Turkey Description of assignment title:Partnerships Associate Assignment country:Türkiye Duty stations:Istanbul Work location:On UN premises Expected start date:12/15/2026 Duration:6 monthsLong-term benefits and allowances Sustainable Development Goal:17. Partnerships for the goals Volunteer category:Associate UCoS from Apr2026 Work schedule:Full-time Number of Assignments:1 Mission and objectives: - Established in 1965, UNDP is the United Nations’ global development network, operating in nearly 170 countries and territories. Its mission is to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and build resilience to crises and shocks. The Istanbul Regional Hub (IRH) is UNDP’s primary knowledge and advisory center for the Europe and Central Asia region. - Based on the experience accumulated in the last years, and in line with the guidance articulated by the new UNDP Strategic Plan 2026-2029, the Partnerships team aims to broaden the scope of its activities, expanding its donor portfolio, including the emerging donors portfolio and further stimulating partnerships with IFIs, the private sector and partner governments for a more efficient and coordinated development financing ecosystem, for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. - Within the framework of the Regional Programme 2026-2029, the UNDP RBEC Partnerships Team seeks to hire a Partnership Associate Officer. Under the direct supervision of the Partnerships Team Leader, the Partnership Associate Officer will support the team’s work on knowledge management and provide research, analytical, reporting, and technical support with a focus private sector engagement. Additionally, the Partnership Associate Officer will support project management of Innovation Challenges in the region focused on smart technologies and science. - Under the direct supervision of Project Analyst/Programme Specialist, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: - 1. Research and Knowledge Management – 40% - - Assist the Partnerships Team in identifying partnership and resource mobilization opportunities for UNDP in ECIS region, including contributions for the Country Office support on private sector partnerships, through research, organization of events, and knowledge management. - - Support Team’s flagship products and services such as regular newsletters, donor mappings, and other knowledge management efforts. - - Preparing informational briefs and notes. - - Providing support to development of outreach materials on key thematic development areas (articles, stories, factsheets). - 2. Project Management and Innovation – 40% - - Assist with project management, monitoring, and coordination of Innovation Challenges and related initiatives. - - Support communication, reporting, stakeholder coordination, and other project-related activities as needed. - - Assist with research and knowledge management related to innovation initiatives. - 3. Other Duties – 20% - - Support other ad hoc activities as relevant and needed. - - Support the visibility and communication of the Partnerships Team’s activities. - - Assist in the planning and organization of events, webinars, and meetings. - - Perform other duties as assigned. - Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment. Additional eligibility criteria: - As this assignment is funded by CYVA, specific eligibility criteria apply. Candidates must be Chinese nationals affiliated with a university participating in CYVA’s programme. Assignment requirements - No experience required - English, Level: Fluent, Required Required education level: - Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline such as Business or Public Administration, Economics, International Relations. Competencies and values: - Adaptability and Flexibility - Commitment and Motivation - Commitment to Continuous Learning - Judgement and Decision-making - Planning and Organizing - Respect for Diversity - Technological Awareness Skills and experience: - - Working with diverse stakeholders, including governments, international organizations, private sector actors, civil society, academia, or innovation/technology organizations; - - Innovation, entrepreneurship, technology, science, or innovation ecosystems, particularly in relation to sustainable development and social impact; - - International development, sustainable development, SDGs, multilateral organizations, or development cooperation; - - Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded. - - A proficient user of Microsoft Office productivity tools (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams etc.); - - Knowledge of Canva, or other graphic design software is desirable; - - Fluency in English is required. Area(s) of expertise: - Project management, programme development, strategy, Communication, advocacy, public information, Economics, poverty reduction, livelihoods