National Office Fellowship - Next Generation

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) works in more than 190 countries and territories to save and improve children's lives, providing health care and immunizations, clean water and sanitation, nutrition, education, emergency relief, and more. The U.S. Fund for UNICEF (USF) supports UNICEF's work through fundraising, advocacy, and education in the United States. Together, we are working toward the day when ZERO children die from preventable causes and every child has a safe and healthy childhood. For more information, please visit unicefusa.org.

Fellowship Overview: In July 2013, the National Office Fellow will begin work with UNICEF's Next Generation (Gen) program. The fellowship is a highly-selective, full-time, thirteen-month program that prepares diverse and committed individuals for effective leadership in public service. The fellowship will provide an opportunity for the Fellow to be critically integrated into all of USF's volunteer efforts by supporting the work of programs that contribute to the Movement such as Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF, the UNICEF Tap Project, the Campus Initiative, and Global Citizenship, and other engagement programs and charged with integrating them seamlessly into UNICEF's Next Generation's core activities. The Fellow will also gain a general overview of USF and UNICEF's work around the world.

The Fellow's primary function will be to help build and grow USF's movement by targeting young professionals and future philanthropists for USF who are committed to UNICEF's mission and a belief in ZERO. The Fellow will help develop and provide further Movement engagement opportunities for the Next Gen pledge program and will connect UNICEF's Next Generation to the full range of USF and UNICEF's programs and priorities.

Core Objectives and Key Responsibilities:

• Help build the UNICEF movement by specifically targeting young professionals, and educating generations X and Y about UNICEF's mission and movement

• Expand the membership base of Next Gen by identifying areas of opportunity and outreaching to constituents

• Assist in engaging the Next Generation Steering Committees (essentially junior boards in NY, LA and Chicago and possibly other cities) to help connect the movement and the Next Gen pledge program to our most dedicated and committed Next Gen donors/leaders

• Communicate with Next Gen supported UNICEF Country Offices to document progress of Next Gen supported programs, interview UNICEF staff and children/families who have been helped by UNICEF and UNICEF's Next Generation and report back to Next Gen on a regular basis (newsletter, tumblr, videos, etc.), to further motivate and engage Next Generation and their network

• Create, record and manage the Next Generation monthly missions so that they are unique to Next Gen members but in line with the organization's Movement priorities

• Manage Next Gen's facebook page, website, tumblr and twitter accounts to help increase Next Gen's reach and USF's movement and campaigns across the country

• Track Next Gen's fundraising efforts and donations, and report out to members on progress

• Perform other duties as assigned

The Fellow will be a member of the PACE team and will report to the Founder of UNICEF's Next Generation. Through weekly one-on-one meetings, updated project plans/reports, and participation in department meetings, USF staff will monitor and assist the Fellow in meeting their own personal and project objectives. Periodic workshops, activities, trainings and professional development activities will be a part of the National Fellow's continuing education and support structure. The USF National Office Fellowship also offers:

• A deep understanding of complex, global issues facing the world's children

• Training in UNICEF domestic initiatives, program and curriculum design, metrics and reporting, development and relationship building, group training, and consensus building

• Leadership skills development in problem-solving, volunteer engagement, community outreach, event planning, nonprofit management, communication, public speaking, and program management

• Hands-on project implementation experience

• Extensive personal and professional networking opportunities

Eligibility/Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have a demonstrated interest in and knowledge of children's rights and international issues, as well as a commitment to public service. The ideal candidate will be a resourceful and energetic self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously. Accepted Fellows must be available to start on July 29, 2013.

Qualifications also include:

• Undergraduate degree and/or equivalent experience; professional or academic background in advocacy, education, civic engagement, international affairs, fundraising or related fields

• Extensive knowledge of the local community

• Experience engaging in community outreach and community education, including leadership development

• Demonstrated experience making presentations and leading trainings to small and large groups

• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail is essential

• Must be a creative thinker with ability to proactively develop new ideas and outreach strategies

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while consistently meeting deadlines and working across teams

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written

• Expertise in Microsoft Office (Outlook- 2010 preferred, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

• Knowledge in video and editing preferred

• Event planning and fundraising experience preferred

• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekend and evening commitments and travel within tri-state area as well as Los Angeles and Chicago

• Must demonstrate USF Core Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, and Service

National Office Fellows will receive a taxable stipend of $30,000 for the thirteen-month fellowship plus a $3,000 contribution towards health benefits. Applications are currently being accepted on a rolling basis.

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.

The U. S. Fund for UNICEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.