Partnerships Officer - Liaison

Job Highlight

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to UNOPS' mission in Pakistan by fostering strategic partnerships, enhancing communication efforts, and supporting program development. The role provides exposure to a diverse range of stakeholders and projects, contributing to sustainable development and humanitarian efforts in the region.

About The Project Office

Since 1999, UNOPS has been a committed partner in Pakistan, supporting the country’s progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNOPS focuses on delivering essential services, including strengthening health systems, expanding access to WASH facilities in remote areas, and improving infrastructure for schools and communities. We also support emergency response efforts, delivering critical medical supplies and essential services during times of crisis. Through close collaboration with the Government of Pakistan, development partners, donors, and UN agencies, UNOPS works to build resilient, sustainable communities. Leveraging expertise in project management, procurement, human resources, and infrastructure, we provide tailored solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and maximize development impact.

Role Purpose

The Partnerships Officer-Liaison will contribute to the development and implementation of partnership and communication strategies, support the identification and formulation of new projects, and ensure effective communication and reporting to stakeholders.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Partnership and Programme Development

• Contribute to the development of partnership and programme development plan in line with , Pakistan Country Office Strategy, UNOPS Strategic Plan and Asia Pacific Regional Strategies including country context and analysis of development and humanitarian landscape;
• Provide inputs in formulation and implementation of annual Partnerships work plans;
• Collaborate in the coordination and promotion between relevant Partnerships personnel at local, liaison, and HQ levels, and key personnel across the Pakistan Office, to ensure aligned and coherent interactions with partners;
• Research events, publications, and announcements, to track and screen opportunities for possible UNOPS Pakistan Office interventions and identify trends that will drive partnership opportunities;
• Contribute to the identification, design, formulation and negotiation of new projects and programs and draft concept notes and project document briefs for discussion with partners;
• Build a network of key partners including federal and provincial Government, keeping abreast of evolving trends.
• Attend necessary meetings, inter-agency committees, seminars/conferences especially for positioning UNOPS
• Conduct field assessments and analysis to identify new intervention ideas
  
  

Strategic Communication

• Under the guidance of the partnership specialist, develop the Communication Strategy for UNOPS in Pakistan
• Support in implementing the Country Office Communication Strategy
• Work with Program Managers to develop project-specific communication plans that are in line with the overall communication strategy
• Provide content to be used for public information, communication products (newsletters/factsheets etc), and outreach activities for Pakistan Office in collaboration with the South Asia Multi Country Office (SAMCO) and Asia Pacific Region (APR) Communication Unit and UNOPS Communication Group, as required.
• Prepare content and campaigns for UNOPS Social Media Channels and manage the channels
• Ensure visibility for UNOPS Pakistan events in press and social media
• Prepare talking points where required for the Senior Management in line with the overall strategy
  
  

Reporting and Knowledge Management

• In coordination with Program Management Officers, collate and report project and country office data to Government when required;
• Provide support in designing and consolidate programmatic reports for donors, stakeholders or internal purposes;
• Participate in the UNOPS’ relevant groups, fora, and communities for information and knowledge sharing
• Ensure effective internal communication within the country office by utilizing innovative approaches.
• Support the Partnership Specialist in finalising the quarterly and annual Country Office and Partnership Unit Reports for internal and external purposes
  
  

Impact of Results

The Partnership and Communication Officer directly impacts engagement addition by assisting the Country Manager and Partnership Specialist in ensuring stakeholder management and resource mobilisation.

Education Requirements

Required

• A first-level university (Bachelors') degree preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, International Development, Engineering, Political Science, Communications, International Relations, or any other relevant field is require
  
  

Desired

• A Master's degree in the above disciplines is highly preferred and may substitute 2 years of required experience.
  
  

Required

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in partnership development, communications, or programme support within the UN system or international development sector.
• Experience in developing and implementing communication strategies.
• Experience in report writing and knowledge management.
  
  

Desired

• Experience with social media management and content creation.
• Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.