UNICEF is the world’s largest children’s charity working to protect vulnerable children, globally and here in Australia. Run entirely on voluntary donations, we work to improve the lives of every vulnerable child, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day our teams are on the ground in 190 countries working with local partners to deliver lifesaving help and create lasting change. From vaccinating children in war zones to providing early childhood education access in Indigenous communities, donations help us to protect every child, no matter what.

Job Description

We are offering a full time 12 month parental leave contract position, working in a flexible environment, built around the diversity of our team and their needs. A competitive salary commensurate with the not for profit sector is offered together with a broad range of wellbeing benefits.

What we are looking for

An Ambassador Relations Specialist with strong communication skills and the ability to manage complex relationships, to join our Brand and Campaigns team. Reporting directly to the Head of Brand and Campaigns, you will manage and strengthen key relationships with UNICEF Australia’s many committed high profile ambassadors (and initiate new relationships), all with the aim of generating awareness, brand recognition and funds for our work in protecting children’s rights.

Your day will include

• Managing ambassador relationships across key campaigns, keeping ambassadors engaged through smooth organisation, timely information delivery, event management, flexible scheduling and on call support
• Identifying opportunities for new high-profile supporters and ambassadors, by network building and targeting key industries and individuals who can deliver audience growth
• Analysing and reviewing past and ongoing ambassador activations, to understand ambassador performance and opportunities for stronger engagement
• Create engaging and inspirational ambassador activation campaigns, organising events, field trips, content packs and content collection moments in collaboration with our team of current ambassadors
• Executing the 2022 ambassador strategy and calendar planning, and taking the lead planning for 2023
• Facilitating strong collaboration and integration across the broader UNICEF Australia team to ensure effective ambassador impact during campaigns
• Engage with other UNICEF offices on ambassador best practice and global activations

We would like you to have the following skills and experience

• Appropriate tertiary qualification in communications, PR, marketing or other relevant area of study, or equivalent working experience
• Strong relationship and stakeholder management experience; ideally with high profile individuals within the entertainment, sports and PR sectors
• Creative and strong communicator with high-level attention to detail and event management experience
• Strong networking skills across industries and sectors; ideally in the high profile and celebrity space
• Innovative approach and willingness to think outside the box to support campaigns
• Demonstrated knowledge of human rights, international development and world affairs
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate in a small, fast paced team

What will it feel like to work at UNICEF Australia

• An environment and culture built on the importance of teamwork, collaboration and shared purpose
• Sector leading salary packaging and a competitive salary commensurate with the NFP sector
• A flexible work environment with balance between home and office work, which puts the wellbeing of our staff at the centre of our decision making
• A positive and values-driven work culture which celebrates our achievements and recognises our teams
• A wellbeing package which includes such things as access to meditation, yoga, EAP and Birthday leave
• Commitment to our child-first philosophy with generous paid parental leave and offering
• The opportunity to support a global impactful cause and make a difference for every child

How to Apply

To apply for this fantastic opportunity please select "Apply Now" and submit the following documents in PDF format:

• Your Cover Letter, outlining your experience and highlighting a summary of your strengths
• Your CV

For further information on this position, please be in touch with our People & Culture Team: [email protected] using the subject line: Ambassador Relations Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs.

All applicants are required to be legally entitled to work in Australia. UNICEF Australia has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation and adheres to strict safeguarding principles. All successful candidates will be required to undergo rigorous background checks (including National Police Check and Working with Children Check) and sign and abide by our Code of Conduct on Child Safeguarding & Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.