About the job
Are you who we’re looking for? Please tell us why! Send your CV and motivation letter to jobs@klabu.org by 9 February 2026. We receive many applications at KLABU, so a motivation letter is essential. Applications without one won’t be reviewed. Please note that we can only consider applicants who already have the right to work in the Netherlands, as we are not able to provide visa sponsorship.
️️💪⚽️🏓📸 Join the KLABU team as our Campaigns Manager ️🏀📋🏃🏽♂️🧡
Who are we?
Hi! We’re KLABU, which means ‘club’ in Swahili. We’re the cross-border sports club changing the playing field for refugees. Our mission is to build clubhouses where refugees can find joy, pride and hope through sports, no matter the circumstances. Each clubhouse has its own unique KLABU sportswear, available to supporters worldwide who want to play their part. Our goal: to build the world’s biggest sports club and support refugees on their way to a better future.
Now, we’re looking for a Campaigns Manager to work alongside the rest of our Storytelling
Team. You will play a key role in leading KLABU productions, from brand collaborations and activations to impactful campaigns.
Why this role?
KLABU is entering an exciting phase of growth. Our impact is expanding, new partnerships are emerging, and the number of campaigns and activations we deliver continues to grow. Creating meaningful connections across borders is central to our work, from refugee settings to supporters around the world.
To support this momentum, we are strengthening our organisation with a dedicated Campaigns Manager. This role will be central to shaping how KLABU shows up in the world, combining strong production skills with a sharp sense of storytelling, visibility and media relevance.
Who you are
You are someone who enjoys planning, organising and turning ideas into action. You take ownership, stay calm under pressure, and enjoy working with many different people and partners. You are:
- A clear communicator and creative problem solver who adapts easily to changing situations
- Someone who enjoys collaborating and building relationships, including with media and external partners
- Highly organised, with a strong appreciation for structure, planning and detail
- Hands on, responsible and proactive
- Motivated by KLABU’s mission and the positive power of sport
What you will do
You will work closely with the Storytelling Team and collaborate across the wider KLABU organisation. You will also manage relationships with partners, agencies, media and suppliers.
Your responsibilities include:
- Leading the planning, production and execution of KLABU campaigns and activations
- Identifying and managing PR and media opportunities connected to campaigns, in collaboration with the Storytelling Team
- Coordinating logistics, timelines and production schedules from concept to delivery
- Managing communication with partners, vendors, media and suppliers
- Supporting the development of press moments, launches and media friendly activations
- Overseeing budgets and ensuring clear expectations across all stakeholders
- Ensuring smooth processes and clear communication throughout every project
Your skills and experience
- 3+ years of experience in project management within advertising, marketing or media
- Experience in in the humanitarian sector is a plus
- Excellent communication skills and cross cultural sensitivity
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, entrepreneurial organisation
- A mission driven mindset with strong attention to detail
- Fluent in English; additional languages are welcome
- Available to work from our office in Amsterdam (NB: at this stage of the organisation, we cannot support a visa unfortunately)
What we offer
- The opportunity to contribute to meaningful impact for refugees worldwide
- A key role in a growing, purpose driven international organisation
- A position where your role directly strengthens KLABU’s work
- A supportive, creative and ambitious team
- A lively workspace in Amsterdam connected to a global community
- Full time position, 40 hours per week
- Salary range of EUR 45,000-52,000 gross per year including holiday allowance, with room to grow in the coming years
- Free weekly workouts, lunches and access to OpenUp mental wellbeing support
- An international and diverse team where initiative and ideas are valued
Start date
As soon as possible
Are you who we’re looking for? Please tell us why! Send your CV and motivation letter to jobs@klabu.org by 9 February 2026. We receive many applications at KLABU, so a motivation letter is essential. Applications without one won’t be reviewed. Please note that we can only consider applicants who already have the right to work in the Netherlands, as we are not able to provide visa sponsorship.
Requirements added by the job poster
• Commute to this job’s location
• No need for visa sponsorship
