Partnerships Associate

## Details ### 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. ### Context 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. ### Task description 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. Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.