PARTNERSHIP OFFICER PROGRAMS AND PARTNERSHIP BRANCH

The goal of IDRC’s Democratic and Inclusive Governance is to champion research and innovation that supports inclusive, accountable, and transparent governance. We work towards empowering vulnerable people and communities to claim their rights and shape the policies and practices that affect their lives. Join our team to put your ideas and knowledge to work to help solve some of the developing world’s most critical challenges.

PARTNERSHIP OFFICER

PROGRAMS AND PARTNERSHIP BRANCH

Permanent Position – Ottawa, Canada

As the Partnership Officer, you will support partnership and resource mobilization initiatives; and provide advice in developing strategies and processes as well as initiating and enhancing partnership relationships with multilateral and bilateral development institutions, foundations and the private sector.

Overview of Qualifications

· Education – Graduate degree in business or public administration, international development, economics, marketing or finance is required.

· Experience – Requires three (3) to five (5) years of experiences in business or partnership development.

· Language requirements – Bilingual position (English and French) at an intermediate level.

· Knowledge – Research, development donor and philanthropic landscape for international development.

Part of Canada’s foreign affairs and development efforts, IDRC invests in knowledge, innovation, and solutions to improve lives and livelihoods in the developing world. Bringing together the right partners around opportunities for impact, IDRC builds leaders for today and tomorrow and helps drive change for those who need it most.

IDRC encourages applications from qualified women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.