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We are ISO, the largest developer of International Standards. We bring together experts, to share knowledge and develop standards that provide solutions to global challenges. This is because we believe that great things happen when the world agrees. We have an exciting opportunity at our Central Secretariat in Geneva.
ISO is committed to be an equal opportunity employer and tocreating a culture and environment where each employee is an active contributorto our collective success. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identityor expression, sexual orientation, national origin and culture, disability, orage.
Partnerships officer (100%)
Role
The Partnerships Officer willplay a pivotal role in supporting ISOs engagement with external stakeholdersand strengthening internal coordination around partnership efforts. This roleis central to developing, implementing, and harmonizing partnership frameworksand principles that underpin ISOs collaboration with a wide range of actors,including international bodies, government agencies, civil society, and theprivate sector.
Working closely with internalteams, the Officer will ensure coherence in the organizations approach topartnerships, scope potential partner organizations, track engagements, supportthe assessment, reporting and onboarding of new partners, and help monitor thedelivery of commitments. The Officer will also prepare partner briefs andprovide direct support to ISO staff in their engagement with externalcounterparts.
Given the dynamic nature ofpartnership environments, the position demands strategic acumen, excellentorganizational skills, attention to detail, and the capacity to deliver high-qualitywork under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
Key responsibilities
Internal Coordination andStrategic Framework Development
- Coordinate partnership initiatives across departments to ensure internal alignment and consistency with ISOs strategic goals.
- Support the development and maintain ISOs partnership frameworks, principles, and guidance tools to support coherent collaboration efforts.
- Facilitate regular information sharing and alignment meetings among relevant units to support integrated partner engagement.
- Provide strategic input into partnership planning and organizational engagement strategies.
Stakeholder Engagement &Relationship Management
- Prepare partner briefs, talking points, and background materials to support ISO staff in engagement with key external stakeholders.
- Manage day-to-day engagement with select external organizations and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key partners.
- Coordinate internal briefings and debriefings following external engagements to ensure follow-up actions are tracked and delivered.
Partner Assessment &Formalization of Collaborations
- Conduct due diligence assessments and contribute to the evaluation of potential partners, ensuring alignment with ISO values and strategic objectives.
- Support the drafting, negotiation, and review of MoUs, cooperation agreements, and partnership documentation.
- Ensure that formal collaborations comply with ISOs governance framework, risk management practices, and partnership policies
Delivery and Accountability onCommitments
- Monitor and coordinate the implementation of ISOs partnership commitments, ensuring deliverables are tracked, documented, and reported.
- Maintain tools and systems for tracking active partnerships and monitoring implementation progress.
- Identify implementation challenges and coordinate cross-functional solutions to maintain trust and accountability with partners.
Report to: Head ofSustainability and Partnerships
Qualification and Experience
- Degree in international relations, political science, public administration, law, or a related field.
- 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in partnerships, external relations, stakeholder engagement, or organizational coordination.
- Demonstrated experience developing and managing collaborative frameworks in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
- Proven track record in supporting leadership-level engagement with external partners.
- Experience with drafting and managing MoUs, agreements, and partnership governance documents.
- Fluency in English, with strong written and oral communication skills are required. French and other languages would be a plus.
Skills
- Attention to detail and organizational skills: Proven ability to manage complex coordination tasks, track multiple workstrea