B&J Activism Manager ANZ

Who we are?On any given day, 2.5 billion people globally use Unilever products to feel good, look good and get more out of life. Many of our brands are well-known, household staples and old-time favourites including Dove, Rexona, Lynx, Vaseline, OMO/Persil, Surf, TRESemmé, Continental, Ben & Jerry’s and Streets.We have a long tradition of being a progressive, responsible business. It goes back to the days of our founder William Lever, who launched the world’s first purposeful brand, Sunlight Soap more than 100 years ago, and it’s at the heart of how we run our company today. In 2022 Unilever Australia & New Zealand became a Certified B Corporation™ (B Corp), joining a growing network of organisations committed to galvanising a stronger, more inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy for all.A job at Unilever is a career made by you, with development opportunities, benefits and a working culture that embraces diversity and is pioneering flexibility. There’s no better time to join our team!At Unilever ANZ, we have also embarked on something special: we are proud to be undertaking a 4 Day work week trial. This trial will see our staff retain 100 percent of their salaries, while working 80 percent of the time and delivering 100 percent of business outcomes. The B&J Activism Manager ANZ role is designed to be fully functional in the 4-Day work week trial.About Ben & Jerry’sBen & Jerry's Homemade Inc., started in 1978 in a renovated petrol station in Burlington, Vermont, USA, founded by childhood friends Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield. In 2000 Ben & Jerry’s became a wholly owned autonomous subsidiary of Unilever whilst maintaining an independent Board of Directors that provides leadership focused on preserving and expanding Ben & Jerry's social mission, brand integrity, and product quality.At Ben & Jerry’s we have an inspiring ambition. To use our platform, our place in culture, our euphoric ice cream, and relationship with our fans to advance movements for social change. This translates into a fast-paced environment where we aspire to bring our grassroots and activist spirit into everything we do.In Australia, Ben & Jerry’s ice cream is known for its big chunks and irreverent tone of voice. Quickly after launching the brand in 2009 we have continued to grow our brand and our impact across Australia. As part of this growth, we are seeking to recruit an Activism Manager to lead the development of advocacy campaigns in Australia rooted in Ben & Jerry’s core values. The current focus of the Australian advocacy campaign work is on the issue of climate change and the need to end fossil fuel use. This role will also work to leverage the community impact of our 40+ Scoop Stores.Job SummaryDo you have at least three years’ experience working in campaigning within the NGO, charity or grassroots movement-building space? Do you believe that business can be a force for positive change? Do issues of social and environmental justice drive you and are you able to persuade others to join in?Ben & Jerry’s is recruiting an Activism Manager to lead social and environmental justice campaigns in Australia working as a part of our team in Sydney.The primary role of the Activism Manager is to lead the strategy development and execution of the company’s issue advocacy / activism campaigns in Australia that align with Ben & Jerry’s progressive values under the direction of the Head of Social Mission for Europe and ANZ.The Activism Manager is a critical part of bringing Ben & Jerry’s impactful activism campaigns to life and requires close coordination across functions internally while also managing a diverse set of external stakeholders and campaign partners. Given Ben & Jerry’s unique position within Unilever, the ability to build excellent relationships within both Unilever and Ben & Jerry’s will be essential. Building networks and relationships across our company as well as with external civil society groups are critical for success.You will work with a cross functional team of Ben & Jerry’s staff to develop and execute progressive, innovative, and strategic winning campaigns that support progressive social change:Role Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with our civil society partners, you’ll support the development of key messages and creative communications of these campaigns inciting Ben & Jerry’s Australian fan-base and extended stakeholder network to take action by using compelling content through our key channels.
• Ensure our activism campaigns come to life across our scoop stores network in Australia, through working with the internal and external stakeholders.
• Work with several key stakeholders (both internal and external) to organise and mobilise to deliver on our activism campaign strategies.
• Given Ben & Jerry’s unique position within Unilever, build excellent relationships within both Unilever and Ben & Jerry’s. Having the right energy and attitude to connect both parts of our organisation will be critical for success.
• Develop and nurture a broad network of NGOs and other partners that advance public policies that foster a vibrant, just and sustainable economy and society.
• Join a global team of Activism Managers as well as the larger global Social Mission team, and provide vision and leadership within the Global Social Mission Advocacy Team to ensure Ben & Jerry’s remains the most progressive, innovative and impactful activist company.
• Work closely with the digital, social media, PR and marketing teams and agencies to support the delivery of activism campaigns in ANZ, as well as increasing knowledge and understanding of our activism model within the team and agencies in ANZ.

Does this sound like You?We are looking for an experienced activist who can ultimately leverage the marketing excellence and operational effectiveness powered by Ben & Jerry’s, while staying true to our 3-part mission and progressive values. Our kind of candidate is/has:

• Three to five years of previous campaign experience and a proven track of campaign strategy development.
• Minimum degree or equivalent practical experiences in Political Science, Sociology, Community Organizing or related fields relevant to this work.
• A strong knowledge of public policy and the political process in Australia.
• A working knowledge of Climate Change issues.
• A large and diverse network of progressive civil society organisations.
• A belief in the power of grass-roots campaigning and commitment to movement-building as a theory of change.
• Experience and understanding of how to use a diverse set of tools and channels, including physical stores, digital and social media, to inspire people to action in support of progressive social change.
• Creative, with strong storytelling and communications skills. Able to simplify and create engaging communications around what are often complication and serious issues.
• Experience working across multi-cultural and diverse communities.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, and diplomacy skills.
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills and comfortable talking to the media.
• Attention to detail, planning and preparation.
• Ability to influence internal and external partners to establish a collaborative stakeholder alignment across a complex globally matrixed organization.
• Will work independently, with limited oversight, while defining the role.

Our people profileTo support our 3-part mission, Ben & Jerry’s also has an outspoken people-mission. We look for people with these characteristics to strengthen our team:

• Purpose-driven: passion and drive to make a real impact through our Social Mission.
• Empathy: curious to collaborate with a variety of personalities and styles and to build excellent relationships with internal & external stakeholders – this includes cross-functional relationships and striving for collaborative success.
• Mastery: continuously learn, grow and develop to contribute to Ben & Jerry’s.
• Autonomy: dare to make choices and take ownership.
• Activism: interested in bringing about social or environmental change.

To find out more about our company and the work we do visit and www.benjerry.com.au!What awaits you at Unilever?The core of Unilever’s culture is captured as Human, Purposeful, Accountable. You will be joining a dynamic, flexible, and inspiring work environment that truly cares about your wellbeing, values what you do and celebrates your success.This is your opportunity to be part of a purpose-led business and a global community where you can progress your career both locally and internationally. You will also benefit from amazing discounts on external company products, attractive employee referral reward program amongst other benefits.This is a great opportunity to work within an iconic and global organization. We have gained our reputation as one of the world's most admired employers by providing an environment where individuals can achieve their goals, both professionally and personally.Make no mistake we expect a lot from our people as they do of us. So, if you can rise to the challenge, don't waste any time - apply now!If you require reasonable adjustments for the application and recruitment process, please advise us on .Unilever is an organization committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities.This means we encourage people with all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pacific Peoples, and people with disabilities. Interested in learning more, check out our Reconciliation Action Plan and Workplace Adjustment Policy on the Unilever webpage.At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! We encourage you to advise us at the time of your application if you require any reasonable adjustment so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.