Got Sports? Be The Hero!

About the role

One Planet One People (1POP) is a global nonprofit dedicated to integrating sports, sustainability, and social change. Our Sustainable Sports Network (SSN) offers 40+ customizable programs aligned with the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), working with sports leagues, teams, athletes, corporations, and governments to enhance social impact and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a frontline liaison between 1POP's Sustainable Sports Network and your sports contacts, including athletes, team front offices, leagues, and sports associations
• Pitch 1POP's ESG, EDI, and CSR fan-based programs and initiatives to sports organizations looking to deepen their social impact and community engagement
• Support outreach, engagement, and activation campaigns aligned with the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals
• Help design and execute fan-based 'Be the Hero' participation programs within stadiums, arenas, and digital platforms
• Aid in building and managing partnerships with sports leagues, teams, sponsors, and community organizations
• Contribute to content creation, social media, PR, and marketing promotion efforts for the SSN
• Participate in our global Collaboration Think Tank Network, sharing ideas and strategies with partners across 200+ countries
• Support institutional behavioral change initiatives targeting environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and health equity
• Track, document, and report on partnership development activities, outreach results, and engagement metrics

Requirements

• Active, demonstrable connections to professional or collegiate sports (athletes, teams, leagues, agencies, media)
• Background or coursework in Sports Management, Communications, PR, Business, or Social Impact
• Passion for social justice, environmental sustainability, and/or youth empowerment
• Experience with CSR, ESG, EDI, or nonprofit programming
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with the UN Sustainable Development Goals
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently
• Social media marketing or content creation skills
• Commitment to collaboration, civility, and inclusion
• Multilingual abilities (global scope preferred)

Qualifications

• Required: Active, demonstrable connections to professional or collegiate sports; background or coursework in Sports Management, Communications, PR, Business, or Social Impact; passion for social justice, environmental sustainability, and/or youth empowerment; experience with CSR, ESG, EDI, or nonprofit programming; strong written and verbal communication skills; familiarity with the UN Sustainable Development Goals; self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently; social media marketing or content creation skills; commitment to collaboration, civility, and inclusion; multilingual abilities (global scope preferred)
• PREFERRED / BONUS: Experience with CSR, ESG, EDI, or nonprofit programming; familiarity with the UN Sustainable Development Goals; social media marketing or content creation skills; multilingual abilities (global scope preferred)

Skills & Experience

• Real-world experience in sports partnerships & social impact
• Deep knowledge of CSR, ESG & SDG frameworks
• Portfolio-ready projects you can speak to in any interview
• Opportunities to co-present at events, webinars, and think tanks
• Access to a global network of sports, nonprofit & ESG leaders
• Byline opportunities in 1POP publications & media
• Academic internship credit (where applicable — letter provided)
• A front-row seat in shaping global change through sport
• Official 1POP Ambassador designation & recognition
• A reference letter from 1POP leadership upon completion

The vision we're building toward

• 2026–2028 Sustainable Sports Network Goals: 200+ Countries, 1.8B. Participants, 40+ Programs, 25–30% Fan Growth

Programs you'll champion:

• Environmental Stewardship & Climate Action Campaigns
• Fan-Based Health, Happiness & Wellness Initiatives
• Youth Education & Career Track Programs
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (EDI) Community Clubs
• Social Responsibility Community Engagement Drives
• Financial Literacy & Work/Life Balance Initiatives
• Custom Cause-Driven Books, Workshops & Training Courses
• Global Sustainability Challenges & Campaigns

What you'll gain

• Real-world experience in sports partnerships & social impact
• Deep knowledge of CSR, ESG & SDG frameworks
• Portfolio-ready projects you can speak to in any interview
• Opportunities to co-present at events, webinars, and think tanks
• Access to a global network of sports, nonprofit & ESG leaders
• Byline opportunities in 1POP publications & media
• Academic internship credit (where applicable — letter provided)
• A front-row seat in shaping global change through sport
• Official 1POP Ambassador designation & recognition
• A reference letter from 1POP leadership upon completion

Location

Please fill out this form to apply. We review applications on a rolling basis. Spots fill quickly — don't wait!

To apply, please send the following to Support@CSRbenefitshub.com with the subject line: "Sports-for-Good Ambassador Application – [Your Name]":

• Your resume or LinkedIn profile URL
• A brief intro (250–400 words) describing: (1) your connection to sports, (2) why this mission resonates with you, and (3) what you hope to contribute
• The name(s) of specific teams, leagues, or athletes you have an established relationship with
• Whether you are seeking a volunteer position or academic internship