External Relations and Mobilization Officer

External Relations and Mobilization Officer

LM International -USA

Join LM International as an External relations and mobilization officer (Trainee position) where you will Leverage a 6-month traineeship to build external relations and mobilize resources ensuring that our US strategy is deeply integrated with our Global Strategy Roadmap 2030.

About LM International

LM was founded in Sweden in 1958 and is today a global foundation with is Global office in Stockholm/Sweden and its US office in New York. We are present in around 20 countries. The overall vision of LM International is that all human beings are unique of equal value and entitled to live empowered lives influencing key decisions that affect them. We believe that any change must be socially economically and environmentally sustainable meeting current needs without compromising future generations. Our priority is to address the basic needs of affected populations worldwide. For more information check:

responsibilities will include.

1. US Market Diagnosis & Marketing Strategy.

• Support LM US Team in building external relations at the LM New York office
• Strategically communicate LMs Global Health and WASH portfolios on the US market with the target of attending 20 thematic events in New York.
• Support strategic development of US focused product marketing strategy translating complex Health and WASH programs into clear and compelling platforms and impact story telling.

2. Partnership & Public Affairs Development

• Act as LM Internationals junior liaison officer on behalf of LM senior leadership in the New York ecosystem.
• Attend at least 20 targeted events with a specific focus on UN agencies private foundation for Global Health and WASH and faith-based stakeholders forums.
• Plan LMs strategic presence at UNGA & Accord Network
• Support US Representive as a strategic bridge between the US market and Global Programmes unit actively identifying partnership opportunities that can provide funding technical expertise or new technology for our field operations

3. Strategic & Internal Communications

• Establish regular check-ins with US representatives in DC and US Finance Manager.
• Participate in Global Program Team meetings.
• Produce (bi)weekly intelligence briefing
• Participate online in monthly coordination meetings
• Participate online in monthly All staff meeting
• Participate bi-weekly in Step4Life sessions led by Global HR.

4. Desirable Qualifications/Essential Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration/ Marketing/ International Relations / International Business/ Economics/ Communications / Project Management or related Social Sciences.
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Understanding of marketing principles
• Relationship-building and networking skills
• Grounding with our Christian faith values

• Excellent writing and presentation skills (for strategic and internal communications)
• Familiarity with CRM marketing tools or data visualization tools (advantageous)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced global environment with a customer-centric mindset.
• Continuous learning mindset
• Fluent in spoken and written English (as it is the corporate language).

Key Professional Development Objectives

• Financial Acumen & Trade and Aid Expertise with a goal to develop a deep understanding of the organizations financial model and the principles of innovative development finance
• U.S. Banking Operations & Financial Controls with a goal to establish and maintain compliant banking procedures for the New York office including check handling deposit processing wire transfer protocols and adherence to U.S. banking regulations and internal financial controls.
• Thought Leadership & External Representation with a goal to build the skills required to represent LM International as a thought leader on the global stage
• Strategic Leadership & Mentorship with goal to gain direct insight into senior level decision making and organizational strategy

About the Position

• Employment Type: Full-time 40 hours per week with flexible working hours.
• Location: LM New York The Swedish American Chamber of Commerce in New York (SACCNY). 250 west 55th st 17th Floor 10019 New York NY.
• Travel: May be required as needed.
• Contract Type: A six-month Traineeship contract with possible renewal
• Start Date: As soon as possible.
• Grade: Trainee level
• Department: Mobilization sector

Why Join LM International

• Be part of a global non-profit faith-based foundation committed to sustainable development humanitarian aid and global impact in the most fragile environments.
• Be part of a global team delivering impactful community-centered development and humanitarian programs across 25 countries transforming lives globally.
• Work in a collaborative and dynamic international environment with passionate professionals.

Please note.

We review applications on an ongoing basis and may fill the position before the application deadline. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

As part of our recruitment process we use Predictive Index to ensure the best match between candidates and the role.

All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and relevant background checks. LM international also takes part in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme which allows us to request information from previous employers regarding any findings or ongoing investigations related to sexual exploitation abuse or harassment. By applying candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment procedures.

Last day to submit your application: 12th of January 2025

For any questions about the position that are not already addressed in this description please emailand make sure to use the subject line: Question about the External Relations and Mobilization Officer.

We warmly welcome your application!

Required Experience:

Junior IC