Chief of Section – Programme Management (Partnerships)

About the role

The Chief of Section, Programme Management (Partnerships) leads the Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Section within the United Nations Development Coordination Office (DCO). Reporting to the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Engagement, the role supports the Resident Coordinator System (RCS) in accelerating the 2030 Agenda through innovative partnerships and robust resource mobilisation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and performance review of strategic partnerships that advance the 2030 Agenda for RCOs/UNCTs worldwide.
• Advise the UN Sustainable Development Group on sustainable development partnerships and coordinate with mechanisms such as the Global Compact and UN Office of Partnerships.
• Collaborate with DCO regional offices, the Joint SDG Fund Secretariat and other divisions to ensure integrated partnership approaches and an innovation pipeline with private sector, financial institutions, academia and foundations.
• Oversee resource mobilisation to secure a strong financial footing for the RCS, including forging partnerships with donors, testing innovative financing modalities and managing contribution tracking systems.
• Lead analysis of funding trends, support the implementation of the Funding Compact, and ensure quality messaging and background materials for donor engagement.

Required profile

• Professionalism: deep knowledge of the substantive field, ability to produce technical reports and apply UN rules and policies.
• Teamwork: collaborative approach, valuing input from colleagues and supporting collective decisions.
• Planning and organising: set clear goals, prioritize activities, manage risks and allocate resources efficiently.
• Managing performance: delegate responsibilities appropriately and monitor outcomes to achieve results.