What we are looking for

As the Ambassador Relationships Manager at UNICEF Australia, you’ll report to the Head of Brand and Campaigns and own the key relationships with UNICEF Australia’s many committed high profile Ambassadors.

You’ll be responsible in day to day and long-term maintenance and development of these relationships with the ultimate aim of generating awareness, brand recognition and funds for our work in protecting children’s rights.

You’ll execute the 2024 Ambassador strategy, plan activations in alignment with UNICEF Australia campaigns, lead on planned key ambassador related projects, all while strengthening existing and initiating new relationships.

We're looking for an excellent communicator who can manage complex relationships, someone with good event experience who has an existing network of useful contacts, ideally in the entertainment, sports and PR sectors. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Your day will include

• Manage ambassador relationships across key campaigns, keeping ambassadors engaged through smooth organisation, timely information delivery, event management, flexible scheduling and on call support.
• Identify opportunities for new high-profile supporters and ambassadors, by network building and targeting key industries and individuals to deliver audience growth.
• Analysis and review of past and ongoing ambassador activations, to understand ambassador performance and opportunities for stronger engagement.
• Deliver on innovation, whether through new potential engagement mechanisms, collaboration with global UNICEF on best practice and strategy development.
• Execute the 2024 ambassador strategy and calendar planning and take the lead planning for 2025.
• Ensure strong collaboration and integration across the broader UA team to ensure effective ambassador impact during campaigns.
• Fast turnaround of ambassador content during emergencies.

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 (ideally with high profile individuals).
• Creative and strong communicator.
• Attention to detail and event management experience.
• Strong networking skills across industries and sectors – ideally in the high profile & 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 Birthday leave, EAP, nutrition, exercise, financial and legal support
• 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 relevant experience and highlighting a summary of your strengths
• Your CV

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

We welcome you to contact us to discuss any requirements that will ensure you can participate fully in our recruitment experience.

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.

UNICEF Australia is committed to ensure all our People, from any background, feel heard, considered, and able to contribute to their full potential. We are striving to build a truly inclusive workplace, one that our team feel they can bring their best self to work and is reflective of the wider community that we serve.