The ambitious Sports for Nature Action Campaign aims to mainstream support for nature across the sporting community; and, leading by example, inspire others to contribute to the global goals for biodiversity. The Action Campaign will require working in close collaboration with the IUCN Union; donors, institutional partners, and sports organisations around the world, among others.

The Sports for Nature Action Campaign sits in IUCN Heritage, Culture and Youth Team. Working as part of a team under the supervision of the Manager of the Action Campaign, the Engagement Officer will be responsible for the outreach and uptake of the first-ever Sports for Nature Framework, its related toolkits and training as well as a broader public effort to engage key stakeholders. Specific tasks will include:

• Develop and maintain an IUCN Stakeholder Engagement Strategy with input from the core team and partners, to identify and prioritise key stakeholders for advancing each component of the Action Campaign.

• Undertake proactive outreach with sports organisations to secure their support for the Sports for Nature Framework, by conducting research, preparing briefings and attending external meetings as required.

• Coordinate with IUCN staff and Members, including a priority for youth, following up with contacts, conducting surveys, sharing information and supporting events in a timely manner.

• Manage key relationships and assist with development of the Action Campaign, including potential sponsors and other key institutional stakeholders.

• Provide input on and disseminate the Sports for Nature Action Campaign toolkit and customised training, including creating and reviewing materials, organising learning events and delivering presentations.

• Promote and compile new case studies for publication on the PANORAMA platform as well as other success stories to showcase in the communications.

• Contribute to the outreach and advocacy plan, seeking synergies and opportunities among the key stakeholders to promote the Action Campaign.

• Manage the IUCN webpages and Sports for Nature website for stakeholders, ensuring content is current and engaging, and aligned with IUCN’s policies.

• Undertake a range of administrative functions on a day-to-day basis as required (e.g., processing of invoices, contracts and financial reports, etc.).