Manager, Global Cause Partnerships

Organization Overview

UNICEF USA (“UUSA” or “We”) relentlessly pursues a more equitable world for every child, upholding the rights of all children and empowering every child, everywhere. We also support the fundamental belief that children should have a voice and role in shaping their futures and the futures of their communities.

Over eight decades, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has built an unprecedented global support system for the world’s children, and has boldly taken on the biggest, seemingly impossible challenges facing children. UNICEF relentlessly works day in and day out to deliver the essentials that give every child an equitable chance in life: health care and immunizations, safe water and sanitation, nutrition, education, emergency relief and more. UNICEF USA advances the global mission of UNICEF by rallying the American public to support the world’s most vulnerable children.

We know that sustainable change is attainable, but it can’t be achieved alone. It takes a committed team – individuals, governments, corporations, volunteers and staff – who demonstrate a relentless commitment to working tirelessly, day in and day out in some of the toughest, hardest to reach places. Big problems need big solutions, and we harness our collective, global voice and energy to do more good, in more places for children. We will never stop supporting UNICEF to develop smarter, more cost-effective solutions; scaling up proven, data-driven programs; and harnessing new technologies to create measurable change for children.

UUSA is organized under the laws of New York State as a not-for-profit corporation. As such, UUSA is a tax-exempt organization as defined under Section 501C(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is governed by an independent, non-salaried Board of Directors.

Position: Manager, Global Cause Partnerships

Location: Nationwide/Remote

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $65,300 - $70,000. This midpoint for the salary grade is $81,600. Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience.

Position Description

The Global Cause Partnerships (GCP) team relentlessly pursues a more equitable world for every child, in partnership with civil society organizations headquartered in the U.S., by securing funds and mobilizing voices in support of UNICEF. Reporting to the Director, GCP, the Manager will support two of UNICEF USA’s largest partnerships: Rotary International and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDSC) This position will create and manage communications and events to deepen engagement with both organizations. This position will bridge two teams within GCP, playing a key role in supporting cross-department collaboration and alignment of activities for cultivation and stewardship.

Key Responsibilities/Outcomes (include but are not limited to):

· Work closely with the Directors overseeing both partnerships in communicating directly with partners to issue invitations, share programmatic updates and identify thought leadership and awareness-raising opportunities.

· Manage and execute various engagement and external affairs initiatives to connect partners to UNICEF programs. Specific projects and tasks to include:

o Identify and champion opportunities for inclusion of partner stakeholder voices in global or local convenings, creating recognition around the partnerships and their impact on programs;

o Represent UNICEF at convenings/events, and/or prep speakers from UNICEF and UNICEF USA for event participation by developing presentations, briefing notes and other background materials;

o Organize events (e.g. receptions, speaker panels, etc.) that foster greater awareness of the work of both groups;

o Lead logistics and planning for co-hosted/joint events to engage LDSC and Rotary staff, leadership and their target audiences;

o Work with volunteers and vendors to deliver best-in-class engagement events for the partner and relevant constituencies;

o Create customized project management plans for significant engagements maintaining high degree of organization necessary to achieve project deliverables.

· Work with internal and external stakeholders to deliver communications assets that support and amplify communications and public awareness strategies:

o Collaborate with other departments within UNICEF USA to ensure the execution of marketing and advocacy initiatives that support the partnership objectives and public awareness goals, including drafting communications pieces for web, social and print.

· Coordinate stewardship opportunities including ad hoc meetings with country office staff and high level event invitations.

· Provide planning and coordination support for program visits to see UNICEF’s work.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 4 – 6 years related and progressively responsible experience.

· Possess strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, with excellent writing and project management skills.

· Proven ability to manage the event organization process, from inception to end.

· Able to think creatively and collaboratively, with an interest in developing new and innovative programs.

· Ability to work within a matrixed organization that involves diverse stakeholder groups in developing and reviewing strategies and written materials.

· Able to work in a team and independently, with minimal supervision at times.

· Excellent computer skills with deep knowledge of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and ability to use donor data software

· Strong public speaking and presentation skills needed.

· Understanding of international development programming.

• Must possess a strong work ethic, have confidence, take initiative and be an enthusiastic team player.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and prioritize while working under multiple deadlines.

· Must demonstrate UNICEF USA Core Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, and Service.

· Limited domestic and international travel as well as attendance at some events that may occur on weekends, nights and holidays.

· Must embody UNICEF USA’s Core Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, and Service

Must possess current and valid US Work Authorization and be eligible to work for any US employer without sponsorship.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

UNICEF USA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. UUSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at peopleandculture@unicefusa.org .