The European Climate Foundation (ECF) is a major philanthropic initiative working to help tackle the climate crisis by fostering the development of a net-zero emission society at the national, European and global level.

We support over 1000 partner organisations to carry out activities that drive urgent and ambitious policy in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement, contribute to the public debate on climate action and help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero economy and sustainable society in Europe and around the world.

The ECF brings together diverse perspectives and backgrounds to find the best innovative solutions to tackle climate change. We are focusing on engaging and hiring great people from a wide diversity of backgrounds to strengthen the cause. If you share our values of respect, innovation, and collaboration, join us.

The advertised position is with the Global Strategic Communications Council (GSCC) – a global network of communications professionals in the field of climate, energy and nature. GSCC is a collaborative project hosted by the ECF.

Through our work, we aim to contribute to a world with a safe and stable climate for current and future generations. We hope to build broad support for just, inclusive, and equitable solutions to the climate crisis.

Our philanthropically funded work focuses on media debate and public discourse at the global level and in major economies across Asia, Europe, Africa, Australia and the Americas. We support a diverse range of partners across sectors and geographies, helping them add their voices, views and insights to the conversation.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly driven person with the ambition to make a difference and play an active role in helping speed up the low carbon transition. We are looking for an exceptional strategist and enthusiastic networker who is comfortable with the full spectrum of traditional and digital media.

The role offers a unique opportunity for an individual with a sincere interest in Kenya and African politics, economy and environment to work with a talented team and play an active role in promoting sustainable development, clean energy and climate justice.

Key responsibilities

In the above mentioned context, the Communications Associate will be responsible for:

• Actively embody and uphold the values of the GSCC.
• Contribute to the implementation of the communication strategy for Kenya.
• Undertake social listening and data analysis on behalf of the team
• Identify existing and emerging news narratives and suggest messaging recommendations based on the outcomes of this research.
• Assist media engagement efforts of partner organisations and key stakeholders
• Attend and participate in industry and sector-related functions, events, and conferences and provide feedback on such.
• Assist in the conceptualisation and execution of written, video, and audio content to be distributed on key traditional and digital channels, specifically podcasts, docuseries among others.
• Identify new trends and technologies in the digital space and integrate them into the strategy where appropriate.
• Provide support and assistance to colleagues and campaign partners in line with the strategy.
• Work with project manager and network director to oversee department and project budgets (including some financial and administrative tasks)

• 2-5 years experience in a media or communications field.
• Exceptional communication skills and strong organisational skills.
• Strong written and visual communication skills, including how to devise framing for diverse audiences.
• Fluency in English.
• A team player and a natural collaborator with high levels of self-motivation and a passion for excellence
• An individual used to working flexibly at a fast pace in remote settings and across time zones.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work unusual hours from time to time, due to the challenges of being part of a global team.
• The disposition to work generously with colleagues in a high-trust global community of peers.
• Versatile and adaptable skills necessary to flourish in a fast-paced and wide-ranging work environment.
• A commitment to an inclusive and empowering approach to facing climate change.
• Understanding and experience of working within the climate and environment spaces in Kenya or Africa
• Experience in Public and stakeholder relations- can easily network
• Experience in audio and visual content creation

Location:

• Candidates can be based anywhere in Kenya, working from a home office / remotely. Co-location with colleagues depends on location. We will not provide support for relocation.

What we can offer you:

• The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, international group of individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with ambition and a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work.
• A flexible work environment and the space to shape and continuously develop your role.
• A fixed-term one-year consultancy contract (with a view to renew subject to funding).
• A competitive remuneration.

To apply please send a maximum 2-page CV in English and a short cover letter explaining why you think you would be suited to the role.

Start date: as soon as possible