“Mr. Forsyth is an experienced global leader with a strong track record of turning ambitious strategic visions into real change for children,” said a statement issued by the UN Spokesperson.

“He has led transformative change, pioneered new communications, fundraising and advocacy campaigns that have built unusual coalitions for change with the private sector, NGOs (non-governmental organizations), popular culture, the United Nations and national governments,” it added.

Since 2010, Forsyth has served as Chief Executive Officer of Save the Children, a British non-governmental organization based in the United Kingdom.