UNICEF is recruiting an experienced Partnerships Manager at P-4 level in Kinshasa, with applications open until September 15, 2026.
KINSHASA, — September 1, 2026 — UNICEF has opened applications for a Partnerships Manager, P-4, based in Kinshasa, offering a senior international career opportunity for professionals with experience in partnerships, resource mobilization, external relations and stakeholder engagement.
The position, Job 595467 / Position #105471, was officially advertised on September 1, 2026 and is being offered under a Fixed-Term Appointment.
Applications close on September 15, 2026 at 11:55 PM W. Central Africa Standard Time, which is the same local time used in Kinshasa.
Official UNICEF vacancy: https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/595467/partnerships-manager-p4-ft-105471-kinshasa-dem-rep-of-congowcar
UNICEF Partnerships Manager Job at a Glance
Can Congolese Applicants Apply?
Yes.
The position is classified at P-4, which falls under UNICEF's International Professional staff category.
International Professional staff are recruited internationally and can serve across UNICEF duty stations worldwide. Unlike National Officer positions, this vacancy is not restricted only to nationals of the duty-station country.
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UNICEF Hiring Partnerships Manager P-4 in Kinshasa
Sep 1, 2026
Sep 1, 2026
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UNICEF is recruiting an experienced Partnerships Manager at P-4 level in Kinshasa, with applications open until September 15, 2026.
KINSHASA, — September 1, 2026 — UNICEF has opened applications for a Partnerships Manager, P-4, based in Kinshasa, offering a senior international career opportunity for professionals with experience in partnerships, resource mobilization, external relations and stakeholder engagement.
The position, Job 595467 / Position #105471, was officially advertised on September 1, 2026 and is being offered under a Fixed-Term Appointment.
Applications close on September 15, 2026 at 11:55 PM W. Central Africa Standard Time, which is the same local time used in Kinshasa.
Official UNICEF vacancy: https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/595467/partnerships-manager-p4-ft-105471-kinshasa-dem-rep-of-congowcar
UNICEF Partnerships Manager Job at a Glance
Detail | Information |
Organization | UNICEF |
Position | Partnerships Manager |
Job Number | 595467 |
Position Number | 105471 |
Grade | P-4 |
Contract | Fixed-Term Appointment |
Location | Kinshasa, DRC |
Category | International Professional |
Opening Date | September 1, 2026 |
Deadline | September 15, 2026 at 11:55 PM |
Minimum Experience | 8 years |
Languages | French and English |
Application Fee | Free |
Can Congolese Applicants Apply?
Yes.
The position is classified at P-4, which falls under UNICEF's International Professional staff category.
International Professional staff are recruited internationally and can serve across UNICEF duty stations worldwide. Unlike National Officer positions, this vacancy is not restricted only to nationals of the duty-station country.
That means qualified Congolese professionals living in the DRC or abroad can compete for the role if they meet UNICEF's academic, professional and language requirements.
UNICEF also states that mobility is a condition of International Professional employment, meaning staff in this category are part of its internationally mobile workforce.
UNICEF International Professional requirements: https://www.unicef.org/careers/requirements-international-professional-staff-category
What Will the Partnerships Manager Do?
The Partnerships Manager will help UNICEF strengthen relationships with major partners while expanding opportunities for funding, collaboration and policy influence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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A major part of the role involves identifying and building new partnerships that can help UNICEF finance and expand programmes for children and communities.
Responsibilities include:
Developing and implementing partnership strategies
Supporting UNICEF's resource-mobilization efforts
Identifying potential new donors and partners
Managing relationships with governments and development partners
Engaging international financial institutions
Working with foundations and civil-society organizations
Monitoring political and development trends
Identifying partnership opportunities and potential risks
Supporting senior management with strategic engagement
Developing annual work plans and performance targets
Supervising staff and managing complex projects
The manager will also act as a senior technical resource on partnership development and help UNICEF strengthen its visibility and influence with external stakeholders.
Education Requirements
Applicants must hold an advanced university degree in one of the following areas:
International relations
Political science
Communications
International development
Another relevant technical field
UNICEF's general International Professional requirements also confirm that P-level staff are normally expected to hold an advanced university qualification relevant to their work.
Professional Experience Required
Candidates need at least eight years of relevant professional experience.
Relevant areas include:
Public affairs
Programme management
Resource mobilization
External relations
Partnership development
Other closely related fields
The eight-year requirement is consistent with UNICEF's standard experience level for P-4 International Professional positions.
Skills UNICEF Is Looking For
Successful candidates should demonstrate strong experience in partnership building and fundraising, along with the ability to work with senior government, development and institutional stakeholders.
UNICEF specifically seeks professionals with:
Partnership-development expertise
Resource-mobilization experience
Strong planning and organizational skills
Policy-analysis capability
Knowledge of international development cooperation
Understanding of political and government processes
Strong negotiation skills
Diplomatic communication skills
Ability to identify new funding and partnership opportunities
Experience managing complex programmes and priorities
Strong written and verbal communication
Because this is a senior P-4 position, applicants should clearly demonstrate leadership and strategic responsibility rather than only technical participation in projects.
Language Requirements
Applicants must be fluent in:
French and English.
Knowledge of another official UN language — Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish — or a local language is considered an advantage.
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Experience That Can Strengthen an Application
UNICEF lists several additional areas as desirable.
Candidates can strengthen their applications if they have worked with:
Civil-society organizations
International financial institutions
Policy analysis
Development programmes at country level
Fragile states or fragile settings
Humanitarian operations
Experience working across governments, donors, NGOs, international organizations or development-finance institutions could therefore be particularly relevant to this vacancy.
Documents Required
The public UNICEF vacancy does not provide a fixed list of documents that every applicant must upload.
Candidates should complete the UNICEF Careers application carefully and provide all information and documents requested by the recruitment platform.
Applicants should make sure their profile contains accurate details about:
Education
Employment history
Professional responsibilities
Language skills
Partnership and resource-mobilization experience
Management experience
UNICEF says selected candidates are subject to reference and background checks, including verification of academic qualifications and employment history.
Applicants should therefore avoid overstating qualifications or responsibilities.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UNICEF Careers platform.
To apply:
Open UNICEF Job 595467.
Select Apply Now.
Create or sign into your UNICEF Careers account.
Complete your candidate profile.
Add your full education and professional history.
Clearly demonstrate at least eight years of relevant experience.
Highlight partnerships, fundraising, external relations and stakeholder-management achievements.
Confirm your French and English proficiency.
Review the application carefully.
Submit before September 15, 2026 at 11:55 PM Kinshasa time.
Applicants should avoid waiting until the final hours because incomplete applications may not be considered.
Is There an Application Fee?
No.
UNICEF explicitly states that it does not charge processing fees at any stage of recruitment.
This includes:
Applications
Interviews
Validation
Appointment
Training
UNICEF also says it will not request applicants' bank-account information during recruitment.
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Candidates should ignore anyone claiming they can guarantee selection in exchange for money.
Important Note for Government Employees
UNICEF says government employees who are selected for employment are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up a UNICEF appointment.
Applicants currently employed by a government institution should therefore take this condition into account.
Why This Opportunity Matters for Congolese Professionals
The UNICEF Partnerships Manager vacancy is particularly relevant to senior Congolese professionals working in international development, diplomacy, donor relations, government affairs, NGOs, development finance and fundraising.
Because it is a P-4 International Professional position, the role can also attract experienced Congolese professionals currently working elsewhere in Africa, Europe, North America or other regions who want to pursue a senior international-development career based in Kinshasa.
Candidates with strong experience securing funding, developing donor relationships, managing partnerships or engaging governments and international financial institutions should pay particular attention to the vacancy.
Applications close on September 15, 2026.
Official Application
Position: Partnerships Manager, P-4
Job Number: 595467
Position Number: 105471
Duty Station: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Deadline: September 15, 2026 at 11:55 PM Kinshasa time
Application: Through the official UNICEF Careers portal only.
Official application link: https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/595467/partnerships-manager-p4-ft-105471-kinshasa-dem-rep-of-congowcar
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