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 – would involve some travel Duration: 5 months – with possibility for 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. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need. The Global Partner Countries Division (GPC) supports organization-wide efforts to meet resource needs at corporate and country levels through active engagement with governments and public sector institutions. Within GPC, the Thematic Team was created in 2021 to advance WFP’s climate, resilience, social protection, and nutrition portfolio through more systematic and strategic fundraising for thematic and development activities, which requires a different approach than fundraising for WFP’s humanitarian work. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT WFP is seeking to fill the position of Government Partnerships Officer for Social Protection, based in the Global Partner Countries Division at Headquarters in Rome, Italy. JOB PURPOSE WFP relies entirely on voluntary contributions to finance its projects. Relationships with fundraising partners from the public sector are pivotal in supporting WFP projects that save and change the lives of millions of people around the globe. Fundraising for the thematic agenda from development partners is gaining increasing momentum following the approval of WFP’s Strategic Plan. Such fundraising requires a distinct targeted and cross-departmental strategy that demands specific knowledge and skills – particularly in the area of social protection financing. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the implementation of a government donor engagement work plan on social protection to identify, develop, and strengthen partnerships supporting WFP’s strategic objectives. This includes identifying common agendas with government donors and organizing joint actions such as discussions, events, and publications. Position WFP’s value proposition on social protection with partners, develop tailored donor engagement materials, and support policy dialogue in national and global fora. Support internal coordination for coherent partner engagement across the organization. Guide units, Regional Bureaux, and Country Offices on partnership strategies, proposal writing, and best practices. Disseminate best practices and update social protection portfolios and funding needs. Maintain up-to-date donor intelligence on social protection and promote the use of key information systems within WFP. 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 maximize resources and opportunities for collaboration. Support corporate dialogue with partners through high-level consultations, highlighting strategic opportunities and issues, and presenting recommendations to senior management. Assist in designing partnership proposals, negotiations, and agreements in line with organizational norms and regulations, ensuring partner visibility and compliance. In countries where WFP operates, support positioning of social protection portfolios with governments and international institutions, sharing insights on donor interests and engagement strategies. Perform other duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Education: Advanced university degree in International Development, Economics, International Relations, Social Protection, or relevant field. Experience: Minimum of eight years in partnership roles related to social protection policy, financing, and programming. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Experience and expertise in social protection policy, financing, and programming. Understanding of government and corporate strategies, public policy, and influence levels. Experience in developing multi-stakeholder partnerships and organizing advocacy events. Proven ability to build long-term partnerships and expand engagement across sectors and regions. Experience in resource mobilization, negotiation, and providing strategic advice. Data-driven decision-making skills and ability to develop external messaging and briefs. Innovative approach to system improvements and partner intelligence platforms. Languages Fluency (Level C) in English. Knowledge of Spanish, French, or Arabic is a strong asset. Terms and Conditions WFP offers a competitive compensation package, determined by contract type and qualifications. Visit WFP’s website for more information about our work and countries. Ref. : VA No.832956 All employment decisions are merit-based. WFP is committed to an inclusive, harassment-free workplace and conducts background checks on candidates. Note: No appointment will be made to members of certain oversight bodies within the UN system for a period of three years after service. At Sabiagrik, we’re dedicated to bridging the knowledge gap in the agriculture sector, helping enthusiasts turn passion into thriving businesses. J-18808-Ljbffr

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Posted Date: 6/17/2025