Ambassadors
of the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein
Participants of the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland & Liechtenstein (GCNSL) have the opportunity to become an Ambassador of our network to support us in our mission of promoting responsible business practices and sustainability.
Ambassador Companies
2023/24 term
The following participants are Ambassadors of our network for the 2023/24 term:
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Lonza Group Ltd
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Kaizen Institute Ltd
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Become an Ambassador for 2024/25
The role
As an Ambassador your company will play a vital role in promoting our network's mission, the Ten Principles and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals in your region and among your stakeholders. Get involved in events, represent the country network and contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive economy in Switzerland, Liechtenstein and beyond.
Benefits
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Direct involvement with the GCNSL Secretariat, giving you the opportunity to play an active role in promoting sustainability and the SDGs outside of your company
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Some scope to bring forward ideas and inputs, allowing you to share your expertise and contribute to the success of our network
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Exposure through our website, events, annual report, and social media as your company will be listed as an Ambassador
Ambassador Criteria
Ambassadors are appointed for a renewable one-year term by the Board of Directors on the proposal of the
secretariat following a selection procedure. The following criteria needs to be fulfilled:
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Participant of the UN Global Compact for at least two years*
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Has submitted its Communication on Progress (CoP) in time & is up to date with the yearly membership
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Regularly participates in the programmes / events offered by the UN Global Compact
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The appointed representative of the Ambassador’s company is highly motivated, speaks fluently English
and preferably the main language in the Ambassador’s region -
Commitment of 3 working days per year (minimum) including participation in a yearly on-boarding workshop
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Commitment of leading a minimum of one yearly networking event (with the support of the Secretariat)
Check the Ambassador Agreement for the full criteria list and for furher information on the role.
*Subsidiaries are accepted depending on their level of participation and engagement in our activities.
