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: Rome HQ, Italy – some travel involved 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. Its mission is to help achieve Zero Hunger within our lifetime. WFP works globally to ensure no child goes to bed hungry and that vulnerable populations, especially women and children, access nutritious food. The Global Partner Countries Division (GPC) supports organization-wide efforts to meet resource needs through engagement with governments and public sector institutions. The Thematic Team, created in 2021, advances WFP’s climate, resilience, social protection, and nutrition portfolios through strategic fundraising for development activities. Organizational Context WFP seeks to fill the position of Government Partnerships Officer for Social Protection at Headquarters in Rome, Italy. Job Purpose WFP relies on voluntary contributions for funding. Building relationships with public sector fundraising partners is crucial for supporting projects that impact millions globally. Fundraising in the social protection sector requires targeted strategies and expertise, especially in social protection financing. Responsibilities Implement a government donor engagement plan on social protection to develop and strengthen partnerships aligned with WFP’s strategic goals, including organizing thematic discussions, events, and publications. Position WFP’s value proposition in social protection, develop tailored donor engagement materials, and support organizational coherence in partner engagement. Guide units, regional bureaus, and country offices on partnership strategies, proposal writing, and best practices, updating social protection portfolios and funding needs. Maintain donor intelligence and promote the use of key information systems within WFP. Coordinate the Social Protection Trust Fund, managing donor relations and reporting. Manage the social protection partnerships portfolio, including partner profiling, data analysis, and outreach planning to foster growth and collaborations. Support high-level corporate dialogue with partners, providing insights and strategic recommendations to senior management. Assist in designing partnership proposals, negotiations, and agreements, ensuring partner visibility and compliance. Support WFP’s positioning in countries with a presence, advising on donor engagement based on socio-political insights. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications and Experience Education: Advanced degree in International Development, Economics, International Relations, Social Protection, or related fields. Experience: At least 8 years in partnership roles. Knowledge and Skills Expertise in social protection policy, financing, and programming. Understanding of government and organizational strategies, policies, and influence levels. Experience in developing multi-stakeholder partnerships and advocacy events. Ability to build long-term relationships across sectors and geographies. Resource mobilization, negotiation, and partner management skills. Data-driven decision-making and external communication skills. Experience with system improvements and partner intelligence platforms. Languages Fluency in English (C level). Knowledge of Spanish, French, or Arabic is a plus. Terms and Conditions WFP offers a competitive package based on contract type and qualifications. For more information, visit "Our work" and "Countries" on the WFP website. Ref: VA No.832956 All hiring is merit-based. WFP is committed to an inclusive, harassment-free workplace. Candidates will undergo background checks. Employment is not offered to members of certain oversight bodies during or within three years of service. Note: The last paragraph about Sabiagrik is irrelevant and appears to be extraneous content; it has been removed for clarity and focus. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: provincia-di-cremona, IT

Posted Date: 6/15/2025