The World Food Programme (WFP), the world’s largest humanitarian agency, is seeking a Joint Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Consultant to be based in Harare, Zimbabwe. This is a full-time consultancy aimed at enhancing coordinated efforts among Rome-Based Agencies (RBAs)—WFP, FAO, and IFAD—in building strategic partnerships, mobilizing resources, and positioning their collaborative impact on Zimbabwe’s food systems transformation.
Deadline for Applications: 9 June 2025, 23:59 (GMT+2 – Central Africa Time)
About WFP WFP is a Nobel Peace Prize laureate committed to saving lives in emergencies and creating pathways to peace and prosperity. The organization champions diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply—regardless of background, identity, or ability.
Why Work with WFP? -Work in a multicultural, inclusive environment -Access continuous professional development and training -Contribute to high-impact humanitarian and development goals -Receive competitive compensation -Engage with global and regional offices and partners
Purpose of the Role The consultant will provide strategic support to strengthen donor engagement, foster joint fundraising efforts, and improve the visibility and coherence of inter-agency collaboration. The role is essential in ensuring that RBAs in Zimbabwe speak with one voice, align their efforts with donor expectations, and present a unified front in mobilizing resources for food system transformation.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Strategic Partnership Development -Map donor and partner landscapes relevant to the RBAs -Coordinate strategic outreach to bilateral, multilateral, philanthropic, and private sector donors -Develop joint messaging and pitch materials -Build strong, lasting donor relationships
2. Joint Resource Mobilization -Identify multi-agency funding opportunities (e.g., GCF, AfDB, EU NDICI, GEF) -Support drafting of joint concept notes and full proposals -Align proposals with donor priorities and RBA strengths -Provide quality assurance on submissions
3. Strategic Coordination & Knowledge Management -Act as secretariat for the inter-agency RBA coordination platform -Maintain calendars, track engagements, and support reporting -Capture and share best practices in joint resource mobilization
4. Capacity Strengthening & Advocacy -Deliver training on joint fundraising strategies -Organize donor visits, field events, and advocacy campaigns -Produce donor profiles, success stories, and analytical briefs
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Qualifications and Experience
Expected Outcomes -Stronger donor confidence in RBA collaborations -Increased volume and diversity of secured joint funding -Improved quality and competitiveness of proposals -Better alignment and coordination among the RBAs -Institutional knowledge through documented best practices -Enhanced storytelling and visibility of RBA impact
How to Apply
Application Notes -Submit a CV and cover letter in English via the WFP recruitment platform. -No fee is charged at any stage of the recruitment process. -Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. -WFP provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. -Apply now to become part of a global mission to end hunger and transform food systems through strategic partnerships.
