The European Climate Foundation (ECF) was founded in 2008 as a major philanthropic initiative to help tackle climate change by fostering the development of a low-carbon society at the national, European and global level.

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

As towns, cities and countries around the world declare climate emergencies, seas rise, forests burn, glaciers melt, increasing numbers of people take to the streets demanding urgent action and our societies begin to wake up to what the science has been saying for many years, there has never been a more important time to be working on climate change.

An established international not-for-profit organization is currently accepting applications for the role of senior associate, economics. The successful candidate will work in a small team, primarily developing and running strategic communications initiatives to build understanding, salience and support for climate action among influential voices in economics and related fields. Secondary duties involve developing and maintaining a diverse network of partners and stakeholders across the climate and energy sector and providing them with strategic communications support.

The role involves networking and communications at local, regional and international levels. Partners and stakeholders include – among others – environmental justice NGOs, business associations, trade unions, think tanks, financial sector, grassroots/community groups, health sector leaders, air/water/land pollution experts, economists and other academics - both locally and abroad.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic communications professional with the ambition to make a difference and play an active role in helping speed up the just transition to a low-carbon future. The position will be closely linked to an international team of peers and partners in key countries around the world. Further information will be provided to candidates selected for interview.

Key responsibilities

▪ Developing climate action narratives and supporting voices that will resonate with audiences and influencers in economics and related fields.

▪ Writing and commissioning contributed editorial work (essays, reporting, opeds).

▪ Outreach to existing partners and building new partnerships in research, policy, advocacy and media.

▪ Developing and fine-tuning digital editorial work focused on the economics and political economy of climate change.

▪ Building audiences with digital social media and occasional online/in person events such as panels and roundtables.

▪ Liaising with network colleagues including providing support with insight and contacts on other projects.

▪ Experience in communications, ideally editorial but other backgrounds are considered.

▪ Experience in strategic advocacy and a track record of executing successful

▪ interventions.

▪ A proven ability to develop compelling narratives that address climate change while resonating with elite audiences, particularly those engaged with economics, finance and political economy.

▪ Established networks among economics thought leaders.

▪ Good understanding of macroeconomics, finance and related policy, including as it relates to energy transition and the Global South.

▪ Strong writing skills and a track record of robust and independent research on multiple topics.

▪ A good feel for the ideas, alignments, and fads in the elite discourse and an ability to identify opportunities to advance climate action.

▪ Networks in, or familiarity with other fields such as development finance; energy; industrial policy and politics are an advantage.

▪ Expertise in additional fields outside of climate and economics.

▪ Fluency in English; additional language skills are an advantage.

▪ The disposition to work generously with colleagues in a high-trust global community of peers.

▪ The drive to be self-directed and work nimbly in the face of a lot of phone/video conferencing, time zone issues, Slack, email, etc.

▪ A genuine commitment to an inclusive and empowering approach to facing climate change.

What we offer

▪ The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, international group of individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work;

▪ A flexible work environment and a space to develop and challenge yourself;

▪ A full-time position with a consultant or employment contract (subject to location) for 12 months, with a view to renew annually.

Location

Flexibly remote.

Some international travel will be required. We may be able to provide co-working spaces in some locations.

Only candidates with the right to work in their location will be considered.

Start date

As soon as possible

How to apply

Please upload below in English:

1. CV
2. short cover letter expressing your motivation for this role

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

All applications will be treated confidentially. We will store your information in our internal database unless you specifically request otherwise.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We strongly encourage candidates from historically disadvantaged or marginalised groups to apply.