Manager, Corporate and Civil Society Partnerships

Salary Range: $68,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually Position: Manager, Corporate and Civil Society Partnerships Location: Remote FLSA Status: Exempt 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 Description The Manager, Corporate and Civil Society Partnerships (CCSP) plays a critical role in driving the growth, visibility, and impact of some of UNICEF USA’s highest-value partnerships. Reporting to the Director, CCSP, this role sits at the intersection of partnership management, strategic communications, and external engagement and will lead integrated strategies that deepen partner relationships, elevate UNICEF’s global impact, and unlock new opportunities for fundraising, advocacy, and collaboration. This role will contribute to strategy development while also driving implementation across complex, cross-functional initiatives, requiring a highly strategic and collaborative approach managing high-profile stakeholders, and translating complex global work into compelling partner-facing initiatives. Position Responsibilities Strategic Partnership Management & Growth (50%) Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value partnerships ($500K+) and supporting overall team stewardship and cultivation goals on some of UUSA’s highest value partnerships In coordination with UNICEF and with strategic guidance by the Director, develop and execute strategic engagement plans to strengthen relationships, increase revenue, and expand collaboration Serve as primary point of contact for select partnership pillars, including regional and country-level partnerships, managing solicitation, stewardship, reporting, and ongoing communications, including oversight of due diligence, grants management, and contracting In partnership with the Director and partnership team, identify and develop new opportunities for partnership growth, including cross-programmatic and global initiatives Represent UNICEF USA in related external meetings, convenings, and partner engagements Contribute to internal planning processes and team-wide initiatives Communications, Storytelling & Thought Leadership (20%) Serve as a key liaison across internal teams and external teams, including Marketing & Communications and Advocacy In coordination with the Director and Marketing and Communications teams: Develop and execute an integrated communications strategy aligned with partnership goals Develop and execute a thought leadership strategy to engage partner on priority thematic pillars, Oversee creation of high-quality partner-facing materials, including presentations, reports, messaging, and campaign assets Identify and drive opportunities to elevate partnerships across global platforms, media, and key moments Prepare senior leadership and partners for external engagements with briefings, talking points, and strategic messaging Global Engagement, Convenings & Advocacy (30%) Lead preparation and coordination for UUSA/UNICEF partner engagement in high-profile global moments (e.g., UNGA, CSW, and other convenings), including managing timelines, deliverables, and workflows across multiple stakeholders. Coordinate with internal teams and partners to support leadership visits, program visits, and partner events to deepen engagement Advance advocacy and youth engagement initiatives in collaboration with internal teams Identify opportunities to connect partners to UNICEF’s policy and advocacy priorities Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred 5–8 years of relevant experience in partnerships, fundraising, communications, international development, or related field Demonstrated experience managing high-level external stakeholders and partnerships Strong strategic thinking with ability to translate ideas into actionable plans Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience developing external-facing materials Experience working in a matrixed organization and collaborating across multiple teams Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Familiarity with global development, advocacy, and nonprofit fundraising landscapes; global public health knowledge a plus Experience with end-to-end events, convenings, or high-level engagements preferred High level of professionalism, diplomacy, and stakeholder management skills Experience working with large numbers of members/volunteers a plus; Ability and willingness to work some weekends and evenings for key events and engagements, which includes some domestic and international business-related travel; Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/project management tools