Global Partnership Coordinator

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of two years. There are very good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Addis Abeba, Ethiopia. 

As the Global Partnership Coordinator, you will lead Welthungerhilfe’s efforts to strengthen and optimize Civil Society partnerships at local, national, regional, and international levels in French- and English-speaking countries. Your role will be pivotal in shaping and implementing Welthungerhilfe’s partnership strategy, ensuring alignment with our localization goals and global priorities. You will enhance the impact, quality, and efficiency of Welthungerhilfe’s collaborations by developing and refining global standards, guidelines, and approaches to Civil Society partnerships. Additionally, you will deliver operational guidance and translate learnings into partnership strategies.

Beyond strategy and implementation, you will play a key role in positioning Welthungerhilfe as a recognized leader in development cooperation and humanitarian assistance. By fostering meaningful partnerships and innovative approaches, you will help drive sustainable, high-impact solutions that create lasting change.

Your responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and regularly update Welthungerhilfe's global partnership strategy in coordination with key stakeholders to align with evolving global trends

• Assess, coordinate, and manage strategic, cross-regional, and global partnerships in consultation with Regional Directors and relevant stakeholders

• Define methodology and indicators to evaluate partnership impact, efficiency, and alignment with Welthungerhilfe's strategic objectives

• Track partner performance across Country Offices, ensuring transparency and compliance with Welthungerhilfe standards in collaboration with Finance, Legal & Compliance, Procurement, and Audit

• Facilitate the development of standardized tools/frameworks (e.g., partner assessment, reporting templates) and oversee the knowledge base to ensure accessibility for Country Office staff

• Provide strategic guidance to Country Offices on partnerships, ensuring alignment with Welthungerhilfe objectives

• Oversee and delegate capacity-strengthening initiatives, including training modules, workshops, and e-learning, prioritizing strategic topics

• Facilitate global and cross-regional knowledge-sharing platforms, including regular exchange meetings and working groups

• Represent Welthungerhilfe in global forums to promote its partnership strategies and localization agenda

• Advocate for Welthungerhilfe's partnership priorities through marketing, storytelling, and knowledge-sharing mechanisms to enhance visibility and creditability

Your profile

• A University or College degree in a relevant field

• Excellent spoken and written French and English language skills

• At least 5 years of professional experience working in the humanitarian/development sector with Civil Society partners in program work

• Excellent internal and external stakeholder management and process steering skills

• Excellent and empathic communication skills across hierarchies and a wide range of stakeholders

• Familiarity with the international discourse on partnerships

• Experience in humanitarian and development project management

• Very good organizational skills

• You recognize the growing value of data within an organization and inspire teams to make decisions grounded in analysis and evidence

• Readiness to receive necessary vaccinations for working in Welthungerhilfe's project countries

What we offer

• Fair Compensation: A fair and equal remuneration based on a transparent salary scale.
• Commitment to Well-Being: We attach great importance to our duty of care with a focus on safety, security & health.
• Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all areas.
• Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion, expertise, and joy come together to create a better world. 

In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which you can find under Our benefits.