Organizational context: The UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), part of the UN Secretariat's Development Operations Coordination Office (DCO), support countries in achieving development priorities and SDGs. This reform-driven system, recalibrated in 2026, focuses on data, digital innovation, and a mission-driven culture. The Partnerships Officer role is situated within the UN RCO in Lima, Peru, reporting to the Head of the Office.

Job purpose: The Partnerships Officer provides crucial advice and support to the Resident Coordinator (RC) and the UN Country Team (UNCT) to foster strategic partnerships for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This involves developing and implementing a UN Partnership Strategy aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, engaging diverse stakeholders including civil society and the private sector, and identifying opportunities and risks. The role also supports resource mobilization initiatives, manages pooled funds, and collaborates with economists and experts to promote financing for development. Furthermore,



the position contributes to knowledge management and capacity development within the UN system regarding partnerships and resource mobilization, ensuring effective data analysis and reporting to support decision-making and SDG acceleration.

Responsibilities: The Partnerships Officer is responsible for providing substantive support for strategic planning and coordination of UNCT partnerships with civil society, the private sector, and other entities to achieve SDGs. This includes developing and implementing the UN Partnership Strategy, convening working groups, and liaising with UN entities globally. The role serves as a key contact for external stakeholders, builds interfaces with development partners, and supports due diligence processes. Additionally, the officer participates in joint partnership and resource mobilization initiatives, supports the management of pooled funds for the UN

📌 Partnerships Officer (Lima)
🏢 UN Secretariat
📍 Lima