Government Partnerships Consultant – Social Protection

Job Title: Government Partnerships Consultant – Social Protection Type of Contract: International Consultancy Division: Global Partner Countries – Thematic Team Duty Station (City, Country): Rome HQ, Italy – with some travel Duration: 5 months – with potential extension Background and Purpose of the Assignment About WFP The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. WFP's mission is to help achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetime by working globally to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that vulnerable populations, especially women and children, have access to nutritious food. The Global Partner Countries Division (GPC) supports organization-wide efforts to meet resource needs at both the corporate and country levels through active engagement with governments and public sector institutions. The Thematic Team, established in 2021, aims to advance WFP’s climate, resilience, social protection, and nutrition portfolios through strategic fundraising, which requires a tailored approach compared to humanitarian fundraising. Organizational Context WFP seeks to fill the position of Government Partnerships Officer for Social Protection at its headquarters in Rome, Italy. Job Purpose WFP relies entirely on voluntary contributions for its projects. Building relationships with public sector fundraising partners is crucial for supporting projects that impact millions globally. Fundraising in the social protection domain is gaining momentum following WFP’s Strategic Plan, necessitating a targeted, cross-departmental strategy requiring specific expertise in social protection financing. Responsibilities Implement a government donor engagement work plan on social protection to foster quality partnerships aligned with WFP’s strategic goals, including organizing thematic discussions, events, and publications. Position WFP with partners by developing tailored donor engagement materials and supporting policy dialogues at national and global levels. Guide regional and country units on partnership strategies, proposal writing, and best practices, and update programming portfolios and funding needs. Maintain up-to-date donor intelligence on social protection and promote organizational use of key information systems. Coordinate the Social Protection Trust Fund, ensuring donor relations and reporting are managed effectively. Manage the social protection partnerships portfolio, including partner profiling, data analysis, and outreach planning to enhance collaboration and resource mobilization. Support corporate dialogue with partners, highlighting strategic opportunities and providing recommendations to senior management. Assist in designing partnership proposals, negotiate agreements, and ensure partner visibility and compliance. Support WFP’s positioning with national governments and international institutions at country levels, based on socio-political insights. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications and Experience Education: Advanced degree in International Development, Economics, International Relations, or related fields. Experience: Minimum of 8 years in partnership roles, with expertise in social protection policy, financing, and programming. Knowledge and Skills Experience in developing multi-stakeholder partnerships and advocacy events. Proven ability to build and expand partnerships across sectors and geographies. Experience in resource mobilization, negotiations, and resource strategy development. Data-driven decision-making skills and external messaging expertise. Experience with system improvements and partner intelligence platforms. Languages Fluent in English (Level C); knowledge of Spanish, French, or Arabic is a strong asset. Terms and Conditions WFP offers a competitive package, details of which depend on the contract type and candidate’s qualifications. For more information, please visit the 'Our Work' and 'Countries' sections on WFP’s website. Ref.: VA No.832956 All employment decisions are merit-based. WFP is committed to an inclusive, harassment-free workplace. Candidates will undergo background checks. Certain UN bodies’ members are ineligible for employment during and for three years after their service. At Sabiagrik, we’re dedicated to bridging knowledge gaps in agriculture, helping enthusiasts turn passion into successful businesses. J-18808-Ljbffr J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: la-spezia, IT

Posted Date: 6/17/2025