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<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span> <span><span>Requisition ID</span></span> <span><span>36891</span></span> <br> <span><span>Office Country</span></span> <span><span>Egypt</span></span> <br> <span><span>Office City</span></span> <span><span>Cairo</span></span> <br> <span><span>Division</span></span> <span><span>Banking Countries of Operations&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span> <br> <span><span>Contract Type</span></span> <span><span>Regular&nbsp;</span></span> <br> <span><span>Contract Length</span></span> <br> <span><span>Posting End Date</span></span> <span><span>29/07/2026&nbsp;</span></span> <br> </span><p><strong>Purpose of Job</strong></p><br> <p>An Associate Banker is sought to work in the EBRD office in Cairo with dedication to the Energy Sector team in Egypt. The EBRD Egypt Energy Team seek a professional with the experience, capability and enthusiasm to become part of our growing success story in Egypt.</p><br> <p>The Associate Banker contributes to all phases of the project cycle, including project origination, structuring, negotiations, execution, and implementation and monitoring. The Associate Banker will take responsibility for those tasks assigned to him/her by the operation leader, which may include undertaking comprehensive due diligence, including financial, market, integrity and EBRD policy compliance, as well as effective post-signing implementation and monitoring. The Associate Banker is also expected to be part of legal analysis and documentation and carries out these tasks as part of a project team under the guidance of an operation leader or under the supervision/guidance of more senior bankers or the team Director.</p><br> <p>The Associate Banker role may also include elements of business/pipeline development, client management and policy dialogue. In such cases, the AB will be expected to contribute to all aspects of project development including project origination, structuring, execution followed by implementation and monitoring.</p><br> <p>The project life-cycle involves several stages from origination to signing, followed by implementation and monitoring until full completion and repayment or exit. All the stages involve different tasks such as business marketing, project due diligence analysis, structuring and approval, negotiation and signing of project agreements, disbursement and monitoring.</p><br> <p>The role of the Associate Banker is to contribute, as a project team member, to the structuring, implementation and monitoring of debt and equity transactions, and their effective implementation and monitoring in line with the Bank’s operational objectives.</p><br> <p>Under the guidance of the operation leader and/or more senior bankers, the Associate Banker performs those tasks assigned to him/her. The Associate Banker may also co-ordinate the work of more junior team members and interacts with internal and external counterparts as required.</p><br> <p><strong>Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities</strong></p><br> <p>Under the guidance of the operation leader or a more senior banker:</p><br> <p><strong>Structuring and Execution</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Work as a project team member on transactions, contributing to all aspects of project structuring and execution, including working with client counterparts, consultants and other parties to progress the project;</li> <li>Be the primary driver of the scope and quality of project due diligence, including financial, market, integrity and EBRD policy compliance;</li> <li>Prepare internal project documentation, including approval project memoranda, financial models, draft term sheets,&nbsp; presentations, etc. as and when required;</li> <li>Take responsibility, as Technical Cooperation (TC) operation leader, to design and process technical co-operation assistance, ensuring that TC processing and approval fits with the approval schedule of any related investment project or the related policy dialogue initiative;</li> <li>Ensure that all tasks within his/her responsibility areas are completed within the specified time frames to a high standard and in line with the policies, procedures and objectives of the Bank.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Reporting</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Take responsibility for the implementation and monitoring of all projects to which the Associate Banker is assigned, including compliance with project agreements and Bank procedures related to disbursement; monitoring of progress of the project implementation and financial performance of the client; assessing evolving risk factors and monitoring and assessing covenant compliance, in the case of more senior Associate’s they may become the OL for the project once it is in implementation and/or monitoring phase;</li> <li>Prepare timely and comprehensive monitoring reports and include recommendations for corrective actions where required and ensure these proposed corrective actions and recommendations are brought to the attention of more senior team members;</li> <li>As TC operation leader, ensure effective implementation and monitoring of TC assignments to ensure their compliance with donor reporting requirements, operational objectives and that all reports are of a high quality;</li> <li>As a project team member, perform all such tasks as may be assigned by the operation leader and provide constructive advice, guidance and supervision to more junior members of the project team.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Business Development</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Assist, as required, with marketing and business development efforts.</li> </ul> <p>The responsibilities of the Associate Banker are designed to allow for the development of transaction expertise and expansion of responsibilities, leading to assuming the role of an operation leader on standard, non-complex transactions. In such cases, the Associate Banker’s accountabilities and responsibilities would be increased to undertake a role of an operation leader under the supervision/guidance of more senior bankers or the Team Director.</p><br> <p><strong>Qualifications, Skills, Experience &amp; Knowledge:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in the areas of expertise.</li> <li>Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA desirable.</li> <li>Strong quantitative/numerical skills are critical with the ability to interpret financial information and to design and use financial models.</li> <li>Credit analysis skills, with the ability to interpret accounts, understanding local and international accounting principles and practice of credit analysis.</li> <li>Computer literacy, conversant with Microsoft Office and spread sheet packages including financial analysis and modelling modules.</li> <li>Excellent understanding of relevant systems and processes.</li> <li>Ability to work effectively as a team member and to deadlines and under time pressure.</li> <li>Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.</li> <li>Good command of Arabic (oral and written) is an advantage.</li> <li>Relevant financial industry experience from an investment or commercial bank, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm operating to international standards, including project finance and corporate finance.</li> <li>Practical experience of participating in transactions through the full project life cycle.</li> <li>Exposure to experience in Egyptian energy market is preferred.</li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRD&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>The EBRD environment provides you with:&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span><span>Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.&nbsp;</span></span></li> <li><span><span>A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness.&nbsp;</span></span></li> <li><span><span>An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.&nbsp;</span></span></li> <li><span><span>A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.&nbsp;</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span><span>Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does.&nbsp; As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span>Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).&nbsp;</span></span></p><br> </div>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Manages one or several larger accounts or acts as the account lead for a substantial part of a top account. Understands the customer s IT and business objectives, priorities, requirements and challenges, and adds value by implementing HPE s strategy. Drives business performance for all HPE BUs and manages the portfolio mix to optimize profitability of the account. Accountable for pipeline building; accountable for and supportive in deal closing and orchestrating the deal team. Builds and develops relevant customer relationship networks with key influencers and decision makers in IT and business. Develops and engages with the extended partner ecosystem to maximize HPE s presence in the account. Constantly develops information technology industry knowledge to position HPE s portfolio in the account. Orchestrates, engages, guides and provides feedback to the extended account team members. Acts as customer s advocate inside HPE. Plans for accounts to deliver results through the financial year and beyond.</p><p>Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to solve complex business issues and is regarded as a subject matter expert. Frequently contributes to the development of new ideas and methods. Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors. Leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives. Acts as an expert providing direction and guidance to process improvements and establishing policies. Frequently represents the organization to external customers/clients. Exercises significant independent judgment to determine best method for accomplishing work and achieving objectives. May provide mentoring and guidance to lower level employees.</p><p>Articulates a two-way connection between the customer's core KPIs, business priorities and initiatives, and the plan to support the customer with IT solutions. Influences the decision-making of customer executives through describing the value of HPE's solutions and their relevance to the customer's priorities. Positions HPE strategy and solutions in such a way that the customer sees that HPE is critically important to their business. When appropriate, understands the innovation agenda and digital journey of the customer, and provides input into them. Builds a business value framework for the customer. Builds and executes a plan to drive growth and profitability across HPE's portfolio, in a structured and recurring way. Drives growth in HPE's strategic value portfolio through positioning these solutions with the customer. Formulates and presents technology choices for the customer that will expand HPE's presence and margin in the account. Leverages HPE programs and tools (e.g. Executive Sponsors, BU deal support, and supply chain programs) to improve business performance. Contributes to internal reviews connected to deals and sales planning. Engages with the customer to identify opportunities. Translates customers' business challenges and goals into IT opportunities. Ensures a strong and rightsized pipeline funnel from the account team. Leads pipeline building activities for the account, involving account team members as appropriate. Identifies and develops opportunities for short and mid-term success. Proactively leads early engagements. Accountable for deal closure. Ensures ownership throughout the team for the deals in the pipeline. Drives deals to closure through a multi-disciplinary team, including partners. Develops and maintains a professional relationship network within the customer to maximize efficiency and effectiveness for HPE. Understands and leverages the underlying principles for the customer organization's functioning. Builds influential relationships with executives. Defines an effective engagement model with the customer's key influencers and decision makers. Develops and maintains a view of the partner landscape in the account. Develops partner relationships. Runs an active governance process for the partner network for the account. Works with the Partner Business Manager to assess and update the partner strategy for the account. Develops and updates expertise in IT technology. Engages as appropriate with the customer's CTO/CIO. Articulates relevant modern trends in IT and presents them to executives within the customer when appropriate. Describes HPE's portfolio and references its use in other customers. Builds, develops and leads the extended account team. Runs a governance with the extended team and empowers account team to engage on different levels within the account. Establishes a recurring process to provide feedback to the account team members and the relevant managers. Provides feedback into other HPE organizations and coordinates with other customer facing HPE organizations to improve the customer experience. Utilizes HPE tools and processes for customer advocacy. Leverages the existing tools, processes and resources to assure customer satisfaction and loyalty. Develops and executes a comprehensive account business plan for defined accounts. Manages the collective effort to build and maintain both strategic and tactical elements of the plan. Shares and aligns the plan with relevant stakeholders of the account.</p><p>University or Bachelor s Degree preferred, or equivalent experience. Engineering or technology education, advanced degree or MBA desired. Typically 6-10+ years account management experience. Experience in IT industry preferred. Experience working within an IT department and/or working within customers is a plus. Experience in vertical industry preferred. Experience in different sales roles is a plus.</p><p>Drives Results : Shows strong will to win, is persistent in face of obstacles and has a clear results orientation. Strategic Planning : Able to skillfully articulate a vision for the future and a path to achieve it in an account business plan, aligned with the HPE strategy, direct leadership, and the HPE business units. Sales Execution : Able to efficiently deliver on short term sales engagements and objectives. Continuous Learning : Continuously and actively pursues own learning. IT Industry Acumen : Builds and maintains thorough knowledge of cutting edge IT industry developments and technology trends with potential impacts to our customers. HPE Portfolio Knowledge : Builds and continually updates a thorough understanding of HPE products, solutions, and service offerings - their value propositions, competitive differentiators, and benefits to our customers and our customers' customers. Team Leadership : Skilled at leading teams (including dispersed and indirect team members) successfully through sales engagements in a complex matrix organization. Network/Relationship Building : Skilled at creating strong professional relationships; understands and leverages the value of networks and collaboration. Two-way communication</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>University or Bachelor s Degree preferred, or equivalent experience. Engineering or technology education, advanced degree or MBA desired. Typically 6-10+ years account management experience. Experience in IT industry preferred. Experience working within an IT department and/or working within customers is a plus. Experience in vertical industry preferred. Experience in different sales roles is a plus.</p><p>Drives Results : Shows strong will to win, is persistent in face of obstacles and has a clear results orientation. Strategic Planning : Able to skillfully articulate a vision for the future and a path to achieve it in an account business plan, aligned with the HPE strategy, direct leadership, and the HPE business units. Sales Execution : Able to efficiently deliver on short term sales engagements and objectives. Continuous Learning : Continuously and actively pursues own learning. IT Industry Acumen : Builds and maintains thorough knowledge of cutting edge IT industry developments and technology trends with potential impacts to our customers. HPE Portfolio Knowledge : Builds and continually updates a thorough understanding of HPE products, solutions, and service offerings - their value propositions, competitive differentiators, and benefits to our customers and our customers' customers. Team Leadership : Skilled at leading teams (including dispersed and indirect team members) successfully through sales engagements in a complex matrix organization. Network/Relationship Building : Skilled at creating strong professional relationships; understands and leverages the value of networks and collaboration. Two-way communication : Able to listen actively to understand the perspectives of others, and to articulate value propositions, plans, and proposals in language relevant to the customer, partner or internal stakeholder. Influencing and Negotiating : Understands and proficiently leverages influencing and negotiation techniques. Business Acumen : Understands how different parts of a business interoperate to produce business outcomes and how actions impact company results. Has a thorough understanding of general business concepts and the economy. Able to understand financial reports and make relevant conclusions for planning. Similar principles apply to public sector organizations. Operational Excellence : Able to show predictability and operational excellence both internally and externally. Integrity : Acts with integrity throughout complex situations even if under pressure. Vertical/Industry Knowledge Preferred : Understands the customer's industry landscape, enterprise architecture, and partner and influencer ecosystem, and is able to use this knowledge to build and advise the customer on its digital journey plan. Consulting : Can synthesize a number of skills and relevant knowledge to guide the customer through a process of achieving business outcomes leveraging HPE's portfolio.</p><p></p></section>

The Position<br><br> JOB DESCRIPTION <br><br>The 2026–2029 UNFPA Strategic Plan emphasizes the critical role of strategic partnerships, donor diversification, innovative financing, and impactful advocacy to shift social norms. To deliver on these priorities, the Regional Office (RO) is repositioning and strengthening its Partnerships and Resource Mobilization function into an integrated Strategic Partnerships and Innovative Financing platform.<br><br>The position will be under the overall supervision of the Regional Director and in close collaboration with the Headquarters division, as well as the Communications and Advocacy Advisor.<br><br>How You Can Make a Difference<br><br>UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.<br><br>In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and will defend them courageously and with full conviction.<br><br>UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact sustained results, ensuring effective external relations, communications, partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results<br><br>Job Purpose<br><br>The Strategic Partnerships and Innovative Financing Advisor will lead this transformation, ensuring that advocacy, financing, and external engagement are fully aligned to maximize influence, mobilize diverse resources, and advance UNFPA’s mandate at the regional and country levels. Specifically, the SPIF advisor will work across program units to identify and diversify funding sources from private sector and philanthropic institutions. It will also systematically focus on and leverage work with International Financing Institutions, including Islamic financing.<br><br>You Would Be Responsible For<br><br> Integrated Strategic Partnerships and Advocacy Reposition and reprofile the regional partnerships function to ensure full integration of financing, advocacy, and visibility objectives as a function of achieving programmatic results delineated in Country Program Documents and Regional Program outputs. Conduct risk assessments for potential partnerships and identify mitigation measures to assist program and country teams in their ability to sustain operations, especially with governments and rights based organizations. Ensure coherent messaging and coordinated engagement across all external interactions with governments, parliamentarians, international financial institutions, private sector, and civil society focusing on domestic financing opportunities. Strengthen UNFPA’s influence in regional intergovernmental bodies, networks, and forums to advance ICPD commitments and social norm change as key partners. Expand UNFPA’s engagement with governments, parliaments, international financial institutions, especially Islamic financing, private sector actors, and civil society. Develop a coalition of partners/donors in support of sectoral responses to the four UNFPA Strategic Plan outcome areas. Strategic Advice and Coordination Provide high-level advice to the Regional SMT on partnership trends, risks, and opportunities, including funding foresight mapping on a regular and updated basis regarding trends, allocations and upcoming opportunities/risks for partnerships; both for country level and regional level engagements. Act as regional liaison with Headquarters divisions (e.g., Division for Communications and Strategic Partnerships, Division for External Relations), ensuring coherence between global and regional strategies. Coordinate regional contributions to global partnership and financing dialogues informed by regular country and regional updates from the field. Provide technical guidance and on-demand support to CO focal points on partnerships, resource mobilization, and financing especially during the CPD process and during major transitional periods such as the rollout of a new SP. Build capacity of CO staff through training, mentoring, regional workshops, and communities of practice. Ensure COs are equipped with tools and approaches for donor diversification and innovative financing. Donor Diversification and Innovative Financing Lead the design and execution of regional strategies for donor diversification, targeting non-traditional donors, private philanthropy, IFIs, and emerging economies. Identify and pursue innovative financing opportunities, including blended finance, impact investment, and climate or demographic dividend financing. Forge partnerships with regional development banks, sovereign wealth funds, and other financial actors to leverage new resources; special emphasis will be given to leveraging new partnerships in the GCC as part of the global strategy. Support Country Offices in structuring and scaling innovative financing initiatives and diversifying their donor base. Resource Mobilization and Coalition-Building Enhance the region’s ability to mobilize resources, build multi-stakeholder coalitions, and amplify programmatic impact under one coordinated structure. Provide technical support and capacity-building to Country Offices on resource mobilization, donor engagement, and strategic advocacy. Oversee donor reporting and communications, ensuring high-quality, streamlined, and persuasive advocacy and visibility products. Track financing trends and advise senior leadership on emerging opportunities to strengthen UNFPA’s positioning. Knowledge Management and Capacity Development Capture, package, and disseminate lessons learned and best practices on partnerships, financing, and advocacy across the region. Develop guidance, tools, and training materials for Country Offices on engaging governments, parliaments, private sector, and innovative financing actors. Mentor and strengthen the capacity of partnerships and communications staff across the region. Innovation and Digital Engagement Deploy digital platforms and solutions, and data-driven tools to expand financing opportunities. Identify innovative financing mechanisms relevant to demographic dividend, SRHR, and gender equality. Promote innovative, tech-enabled approaches to coalition-building and advocacy. <br><br>Education<br><br>Qualifications and Experience: <br><br>Advanced university degree in economics, finance, business administration, international relations, public policy, or another relevant field.<br><br>Experience<br><br>At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in partnerships, resource mobilization, or financing in international development. Intimate knowledge of and experience in working with Islamic financing. Proven experience in working systematically with the private sector and philanthropic organizations in the region. Experience in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries is considered an asset. Demonstrated expertise in innovative financing and donor diversification. Track record in high-level external engagement and political advocacy. Experience leveraging digital technologies and tools for partnerships or financing desirable. UN system or multilateral experience an asset.<br><br>Languages<br><br>Fluency in English and Arabic required. Knowledge of another UN language an asset<br><br>Values<br><br>Required Competencies: <br><br>Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change <br><br>Core Competencies<br><br>Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,<br><br>Functional Competencies<br><br> Advocacy/advancing a policy-oriented agenda Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/building strategic alliances and partnerships Delivering results-based programmes Resource mobilization and innovative financing <br><br>Compensation And Benefits<br><br>This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.<br><br>UNFPA Work Environment<br><br>UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.<br><br>Disclaimer<br><br>Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.<br><br>UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.<br><br>Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.

Job Description<br><br>The Position:<br><br>The Strategic Advocacy Advisor will lead the repositioning of the regional communications and advocacy function into a strategic, outward-facing, and impact-driven platform. S/he reports directly to the Regional Director and acts as a central figure in advancing UNFPA’s mandate at both the regional and country levels. This role operates in close collaboration with Headquarters divisions and the newly established Strategic Partnerships and Innovative Financing Advisor to ensure that advocacy, financing, and external engagement are fully aligned to maximize influence and mobilize diverse resources.<br><br>How you can make a difference:<br><br>UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.<br><br>In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and will defend them courageously and with full conviction.<br><br>UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact sustained results, ensuring effective external relations, communications, partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results<br><br>Job Purpose:<br><br>Given the 2026–2029 UNFPA Strategic Plan's strong emphasis on strategic partnerships, donor diversification, innovative financing, and the need for more impactful advocacy to shift social norms, the primary purpose of the Strategic Advocacy Advisor is to lead the transformation of the Regional Office's communications and advocacy function.<br><br>The advisor will reposition this function into a more strategic, outward-facing, and impact-driven platform. The purpose of this role is to provide strategic communication advisory to ensure that overall messaging is aligned with the organization's mission, priorities, and branding, ultimately making UNFPA ‘bold, vocal, and visible’ across the Arab States region.<br><br>The Advisor will act as a central champion for the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Agenda, utilizing evidence-based campaigning to drive progress toward UNFPA's "Three Transformative Results": zero unmet need for family planning, zero preventable maternal deaths, and zero gender-based violence and harmful practices. The Advisor will ensure that all external messaging is directly embedded in the design of donor engagement strategies to ultimately ensure that communications act as a proactive enabler of financing and partnership outcomes rather than functioning as a parallel service. Ultimately, the job purpose is to ensure that UNFPA’s narrative is compelling, consistent, and evidence-driven, allowing the organization to speak with one unified voice regionally. The Advisor will maximize UNFPA's political influence, navigate complex socio-cultural sensitivities, bridge the humanitarian-development-peace nexus, and successfully mobilize diverse resources to support sustainable progress.<br><br>You would be responsible for:<br><br>High-Level Regional Policy & Intergovernmental Advocacy <br><br>Lead high-level policy dialogue with regional intergovernmental bodies, such as the League of Arab States (LAS) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and the African Union Integrate population dynamics, youth empowerment, and SRHR priorities into regional development agendas. Provide timely risk assessments and strategic advice to the Regional Director regarding political sensitivities surrounding gender, bodily autonomy, and human rights. Provide technical and advocacy support to UNFPA Country Offices (COs) to influence domestic legislation, national budgets, and health strategies<br><br><br>Strategic Communications and Narrative Development <br><br>Develop compelling narratives and flagship advocacy messages to advance UNFPA’s mandate and ICPD agenda in the region. Coordinate multiple strategies to enhance UNFPA digital presence and ensure innovative engagement of social media for both internal and external communication. Ensure that communications are fully embedded in the design of advocacy engagement strategies and partnership building. Outsource routine translation and proofreading tasks through retainer arrangements with specialized consultants to allow staff to focus on strategic, higher-value functions.<br><br><br>Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus Integration <br><br>Tailor advocacy strategies to protect women and girls in active conflict zones and protracted displacement settings (e.g., Sudan, Yemen, Syria, and Palestine). Ensure advocacy and communications are inclusive of humanitarian contexts. Bridge the gap between immediate humanitarian response (such as GBV clinical management in camps) and long-term legal and institutional protections.<br><br><br>Strategic Alliances & Sustainable Financing <br><br>Integrate communications and advocacy strategies with resource mobilization and partnership-building, ensuring maximum influence and visibility for financing objectives. Provide a revised platform for engagement with governments, parliamentarians, international financial institutions, private sector actors, and civil society. Strengthen ASRO's strategic focus on funding diversification, with streamlined and strengthened advocacy and donor-facing communications. Cultivate strategic networks with civil society organizations, academic institutions, youth-led groups, and religious or cultural leaders to champion family planning and gender equality through culturally grounded frameworks.<br><br><br>Evidence-Based Campaigning & Demographic Intelligence <br><br>Partner with regional demographic and data units to translate census results and socio-economic data into compelling policy briefs, white papers, and advocacy strategies tailored for government ministries. Advocate for public investments in the region’s massive youth population, focusing on primary healthcare integration, adolescent girls' rights, and youth inclusion. Harness digital media, analytics, and innovative platforms to extend reach and impact<br><br><br>Qualifications and Experience: <br><br>Education: <br><br>Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, media studies, international relations, or other relevant fields.<br><br>Knowledge and Experience: <br><br>At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, advocacy, or public affairs in international development. Demonstrated expertise in advocacy campaigns, social norm change, and political communications. Experience integrating communications with resource mobilization is desirable. Proven experience in digital advocacy and innovative communications tools. Demonstrated expertise in advocacy campaigns, social norm change, and political communications. Proven ability to navigate complex political environments, build consensus on sensitive gender/SRHR topics, and build trust with conservative stakeholders. UN system or multilateral experience an asset<br><br><br>Languages: <br><br>Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic strongly preferred<br><br>Required Competencies: <br><br>Values:<br><br>Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change<br><br><br>Core Competencies: <br><br>Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,<br><br><br>Functional Competencies:<br><br>Advocacy/advancing a policy-oriented agenda Delivering results-based advocacy and communications strategies Creating visibility for the organization Innovation and digital communications <br><br><br>Managerial Competencies (if applicable):<br><br>Providing strategic focus Engaging internal/external partners and stakeholders Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performance Making decisions and exercising judgments <br><br><br>Compensation and Benefits:<br><br>This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.<br><br>UNFPA Work Environment:<br><br>UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.<br><br>Disclaimer:<br><br>Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.<br><br>UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.<br><br>Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.<br><br>About UNFPA<br><br>We promote gender equality and empower women, girls and young people to take control of their bodies and their futures.<br><br>Learn more

Job Description<br><br>The Position:<br><br>The 2026–2029 UNFPA Strategic Plan emphasizes the critical role of strategic partnerships, donor diversification, innovative financing, and impactful advocacy to shift social norms. To deliver on these priorities, the Regional Office (RO) is repositioning and strengthening its Partnerships and Resource Mobilization function into an integrated Strategic Partnerships and Innovative Financing platform.<br><br>The position will be under the overall supervision of the Regional Director and in close collaboration with the Headquarters division, as well as the Communications and Advocacy Advisor.<br><br>How you can make a difference:<br><br>UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.<br><br>In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and will defend them courageously and with full conviction.<br><br>UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact sustained results, ensuring effective external relations, communications, partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results<br><br>Job Purpose:<br><br>The Strategic Partnerships and Innovative Financing Advisor will lead this transformation, ensuring that advocacy, financing, and external engagement are fully aligned to maximize influence, mobilize diverse resources, and advance UNFPA’s mandate at the regional and country levels. Specifically, the SPIF advisor will work across program units to identify and diversify funding sources from private sector and philanthropic institutions. It will also systematically focus on and leverage work with International Financing Institutions, including Islamic financing.<br><br>You would be responsible for: <br><br>Integrated Strategic Partnerships and Advocacy Reposition and reprofile the regional partnerships function to ensure full integration of financing, advocacy, and visibility objectives as a function of achieving programmatic results delineated in Country Program Documents and Regional Program outputs. Conduct risk assessments for potential partnerships and identify mitigation measures to assist program and country teams in their ability to sustain operations, especially with governments and rights based organizations. Ensure coherent messaging and coordinated engagement across all external interactions with governments, parliamentarians, international financial institutions, private sector, and civil society focusing on domestic financing opportunities. Strengthen UNFPA’s influence in regional intergovernmental bodies, networks, and forums to advance ICPD commitments and social norm change as key partners. Expand UNFPA’s engagement with governments, parliaments, international financial institutions, especially Islamic financing, private sector actors, and civil society. Develop a coalition of partners/donors in support of sectoral responses to the four UNFPA Strategic Plan outcome areas. Strategic Advice and Coordination Provide high-level advice to the Regional SMT on partnership trends, risks, and opportunities, including funding foresight mapping on a regular and updated basis regarding trends, allocations and upcoming opportunities/risks for partnerships; both for country level and regional level engagements. Act as regional liaison with Headquarters divisions (e.g., Division for Communications and Strategic Partnerships, Division for External Relations), ensuring coherence between global and regional strategies. Coordinate regional contributions to global partnership and financing dialogues informed by regular country and regional updates from the field. Provide technical guidance and on-demand support to CO focal points on partnerships, resource mobilization, and financing especially during the CPD process and during major transitional periods such as the rollout of a new SP. Build capacity of CO staff through training, mentoring, regional workshops, and communities of practice. Ensure COs are equipped with tools and approaches for donor diversification and innovative financing. Donor Diversification and Innovative Financing Lead the design and execution of regional strategies for donor diversification, targeting non-traditional donors, private philanthropy, IFIs, and emerging economies. Identify and pursue innovative financing opportunities, including blended finance, impact investment, and climate or demographic dividend financing. Forge partnerships with regional development banks, sovereign wealth funds, and other financial actors to leverage new resources; special emphasis will be given to leveraging new partnerships in the GCC as part of the global strategy. Support Country Offices in structuring and scaling innovative financing initiatives and diversifying their donor base. Resource Mobilization and Coalition-Building Enhance the region’s ability to mobilize resources, build multi-stakeholder coalitions, and amplify programmatic impact under one coordinated structure. Provide technical support and capacity-building to Country Offices on resource mobilization, donor engagement, and strategic advocacy. Oversee donor reporting and communications, ensuring high-quality, streamlined, and persuasive advocacy and visibility products. Track financing trends and advise senior leadership on emerging opportunities to strengthen UNFPA’s positioning. Knowledge Management and Capacity Development Capture, package, and disseminate lessons learned and best practices on partnerships, financing, and advocacy across the region. Develop guidance, tools, and training materials for Country Offices on engaging governments, parliaments, private sector, and innovative financing actors. Mentor and strengthen the capacity of partnerships and communications staff across the region. Innovation and Digital Engagement Deploy digital platforms and solutions, and data-driven tools to expand financing opportunities. Identify innovative financing mechanisms relevant to demographic dividend, SRHR, and gender equality. Promote innovative, tech-enabled approaches to coalition-building and advocacy.<br>Qualifications and Experience: <br><br>Education:<br><br>Advanced university degree in economics, finance, business administration, international relations, public policy, or another relevant field.<br><br>Experience<br><br>At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in partnerships, resource mobilization, or financing in international development. Intimate knowledge of and experience in working with Islamic financing. Proven experience in working systematically with the private sector and philanthropic organizations in the region. Experience in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries is considered an asset. Demonstrated expertise in innovative financing and donor diversification. Track record in high-level external engagement and political advocacy. Experience leveraging digital technologies and tools for partnerships or financing desirable. UN system or multilateral experience an asset.<br><br><br>Languages<br><br>Fluency in English and Arabic required. Knowledge of another UN language an asset<br><br>Required Competencies: <br><br>Values:<br><br>Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change<br><br><br>Core Competencies: <br><br>Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,<br><br><br>Functional Competencies:<br><br>Advocacy/advancing a policy-oriented agenda Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/building strategic alliances and partnerships Delivering results-based programmes Resource mobilization and innovative financing<br><br><br>Compensation and Benefits:<br><br>This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.<br><br>UNFPA Work Environment:<br><br>UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.<br><br>Disclaimer:<br><br>Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.<br><br>UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.<br><br>Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.<br><br>About UNFPA<br><br>We promote gender equality and empower women, girls and young people to take control of their bodies and their futures.<br><br>Learn more

Sika is a speciality chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector towards greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.<br><br><br><br>Job Description<br><br>Job Purpose<br><br>The Shift Manager is responsible for leading and controlling all production activities during the assigned shift, ensuring that operations are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the approved production plan, Sika standards, and customer requirements.<br><br>The role ensures effective deployment of people, equipment, and materials; achievement of safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery targets; and timely escalation of significant operational issues. The Shift Manager acts as the primary operational point of responsibility during the assigned shift within the defined level of authority.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Shift Operations and Production Control<br><br>Plan, coordinate, and supervise all production activities during the assigned shift in accordance with the approved production schedule. Ensure achievement of shift targets relating to output, quality, yield, productivity, cost, and on-time completion. Allocate employees, equipment, materials, and other resources effectively across production lines. Monitor production progress throughout the shift and take timely action to address deviations, bottlenecks, or operational disruptions. Ensure that production processes are conducted in accordance with approved work instructions, formulations, specifications, and standard operating procedures. Coordinate product changeovers, line start-ups, shutdowns, cleaning activities, and other shift-related operational requirements. Ensure the proper use of raw materials, packaging materials, production equipment, and utilities. Act as the primary operational decision-maker during the shift within the established authority and escalation framework. Health, Safety, and Environment<br><br>Demonstrate visible safety leadership and ensure full compliance with Sika HSE requirements and applicable legal regulations. Conduct shift safety briefings and ensure that employees understand the relevant hazards, controls, and safe working procedures. Ensure the correct use of personal protective equipment and adherence to site safety rules. Stop any unsafe activity immediately and ensure that appropriate corrective action is taken before work resumes. Identify, report, and escalate unsafe conditions, near misses, environmental concerns, and incidents. Support incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Ensure that emergency procedures are understood and followed by all shift employees. Maintain safe and environmentally responsible operations, including proper waste handling and spill prevention. Quality Management<br><br>Ensure that all products manufactured during the shift comply with approved Sika specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements. Verify that required in-process checks, sampling, testing, and production documentation are completed correctly. Coordinate with the Quality team regarding nonconforming products, process deviations, and quality concerns. Stop or hold production when quality requirements are not met, in accordance with the approved escalation and authorization process. Support investigations into quality deviations and customer complaints and ensure implementation of agreed corrective actions. Ensure that nonconforming materials and products are properly identified, segregated, and controlled. Performance Monitoring and Reporting<br><br>Monitor and report shift performance against established KPIs, including:Safety performance Production output Schedule adherence Yield and material consumption Productivity and efficiency Equipment downtime Waste and production losses Product quality and process deviations Investigate performance gaps and implement immediate containment or corrective actions within the assigned authority. Maintain accurate production logs, shift reports, downtime records, material consumption records, and incident reports. Escalate significant safety, quality, maintenance, staffing, or production issues to the relevant manager in a timely manner. Ensure that all data entered into SAP or other production systems is complete, accurate, and submitted on time. Team Leadership and Workforce Management<br><br>Lead, supervise, and support the shift team, including operators, technicians, helpers, and other assigned employees. Assign responsibilities and communicate clear performance expectations at the beginning of each shift. Monitor employee attendance, punctuality, breaks, overtime, workplace conduct, and compliance with company procedures. Ensure appropriate staffing levels and coordinate any urgent staffing requirements with Production Management and HR. Provide on-the-job guidance, coaching, and feedback to shift employees. Identify training and development needs and communicate them to the relevant manager. Support employee performance management and disciplinary processes in coordination with Production Management and HR. Promote teamwork, accountability, respect, and effective communication among shift employees. Equipment and Maintenance Coordination<br><br>Monitor equipment condition and operational reliability throughout the shift. Ensure that operators complete required equipment inspections and basic autonomous maintenance activities. Report breakdowns, abnormalities, and equipment risks to the Maintenance team without delay. Coordinate with Maintenance to prioritize interventions and minimize production downtime. Ensure that equipment is safely isolated and released for maintenance in accordance with applicable procedures. Verify that equipment is safe and operationally ready before production resumes. Record equipment downtime, causes, actions taken, and operational impact accurately. Shift Handover and Communication<br><br>Conduct structured shift-start briefings covering production priorities, safety requirements, quality concerns, staffing, and equipment status. Complete a clear and comprehensive handover to the incoming Shift Manager or Supervisor. Ensure that handovers include production status, pending orders, equipment conditions, quality issues, safety concerns, staffing matters, and required follow-up actions. Communicate relevant shift information to Production Management and other supporting departments. Attend operational meetings and contribute accurate information regarding shift performance and challenges. Workplace Organization and Continuous Improvement<br><br>Ensure that production and supporting areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and organized condition. Lead implementation and sustainability of 5S standards within the assigned shift and production areas. Ensure compliance with approved standard operating procedures and visual management requirements. Identify and propose opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, workflow, resource utilization, and cost efficiency. Participate in continuous improvement activities, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving initiatives. Encourage shift employees to report problems and contribute practical improvement ideas. Compliance and Audit Readiness<br><br>Ensure compliance with Sika policies, plant procedures, management systems, and applicable legal requirements during the shift. Maintain accurate and traceable shift documentation and operational records. Support internal, external, customer, certification, and regulatory audits. Ensure timely closure of assigned corrective actions and audit findings. Immediately escalate any significant noncompliance or operational risk through the appropriate management channels. Key Performance Indicators<br><br>Performance may be measured against the following indicators:<br><br>Shift HSE performance and safety compliance Production output versus plan Schedule adherence Product quality and right-first-time results Yield and material usage variance Labor productivity and shift efficiency Waste, rework, and production losses Equipment downtime and response time Compliance with standard operating procedures Accuracy and timeliness of shift reports5S and workplace organization results Attendance and overtime management Completion of corrective and improvement actions<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Qualifications and Experience<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Production, or another relevant Engineering discipline. A relevant technical diploma may be considered where supported by substantial and directly relevant manufacturing experience. Typically, 3–7 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment. At least 1–2 years of experience leading a production shift, line, or operational team. Experience in chemicals, construction materials, cementitious products, admixtures, coatings, or a comparable process-manufacturing industry is preferred. Demonstrated ability to achieve production, quality, and delivery targets in a demanding manufacturing environment. Practical experience coordinating with Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, and HSE functions. Experience working in a structured manufacturing environment with documented procedures and performance indicators. Technical Knowledge<br><br>Good understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, and shop-floor operations. Working knowledge of production quality controls and nonconforming-product management. Good awareness of occupational health, safety, and environmental requirements in a manufacturing environment. Basic understanding of equipment operation, breakdown identification, and maintenance coordination. Ability to monitor and interpret production KPIs, including output, efficiency, yield, waste, and downtime. Working knowledge of ERP or production management systems, preferably SAP or an equivalent system. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. Knowledge of 5S, Lean Manufacturing, root-cause analysis, or other continuous improvement methods is preferred. Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements is an advantage. Leadership Competencies<br><br>Strong shop-floor leadership and the ability to motivate, guide, and hold employees accountable. Ability to make timely, fact-based decisions within the assigned level of authority. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain effective under operational pressure. Effective planning, prioritization, and resource-allocation skills. Clear communication and effective shift-handover capabilities. Ability to coordinate effectively with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and HSE teams. High level of responsibility, integrity, discipline, and reliability. Strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Good written and spoken Arabic and English. Other Requirements<br><br>Willingness and ability to work on a rotating-shift schedule, including night shifts, weekends, and public holidays, according to plant operational requirements. Ability to respond appropriately to urgent production, safety, quality, staffing, and equipment-related matters during the assigned shift. Ability to work in an active manufacturing environment and comply with all applicable site safety and personal protective equipment requirements. <br><br>Additional Information<br><br>We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.<br><br>We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.