External Relations and Mobilization Officer

External Relations and Mobilization Officer

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LM was founded in Sweden in 1958 and is today a global foundation with its 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.

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• 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 storytelling.
• Partnership & Public Affairs Development.
• Act as LM International’s 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 foundations for Global Health and WASH, and faith‑based stakeholder 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.
• 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 briefings.
• Participate online in monthly coordination meetings.
• Participate online in monthly All staff meeting.
• Participate bi‑weekly in Step4
  
  Life sessions led by Global HR.

• Bachelor’s 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).

• Financial Acumen & “Trade and Aid” Expertise with a goal to develop a deep understanding of the organization’s 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.

• 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…