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 500 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.
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.
ECF is currently accepting applications for an experienced communications specialist to work alongside the ECF communications team in a dynamic global network of strategic communications professionals in the field of climate and energy.
The role offers a unique opportunity for an individual with an established interest in German politics and climate issues to work with a talented team and play an active role in helping speed up the low carbon transition in Germany as well as across Europe and on a global level.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and creative communications professional with the ambition to make a difference and help to avoid the worst impacts of global climate change.
This role would suit someone with a background in communications, campaigning, journalism or public affairs. If you think this sounds like you, please apply!
Developing communications strategies and building narratives across diverse climate-related issues, striving to become a thought leader for the community
Designing and implementing innovative strategic communications interventions which aim to boost national climate action as well as Germany’s global climate leadership across media spheres in Germany
Shaping and amplifying newsworthy media stories from across the global network in line with the Germany team’s communications objectives; monitoring impact and outcomes
Developing and maintaining trusted relationships with key journalists and editors across mainstream and specialist media in Germany
Delivering strategic advice, communications and outreach support to partners
Ensuring communications materials such as press releases, op-eds and social media content are of the highest quality
Closely following the political and media debates in Germany to identify opportunities for engagement and acting as a source for intelligence for colleagues and partners around the world
The Senior Associate will report to the German desk lead of the network.
Ability to turn complex topics into compelling media stories
Creativity, resourcefulness and vision with view to strategic communications interventions
A good understanding of political dynamics and debates is essential, specific knowledge in climate, the ecological transition or specific sectors (e. g. energy, transport, agriculture, climate science, climate governance) is a plus
Outstanding German language skills, with proven ability to produce engaging and impactful communications materials
Outstanding English language skills, international experience is a plus
Strong diplomatic and networking skills that enable effective collaboration with a diverse group of partners
High level of self-motivation, independence and can-do mentality
Team player with the disposition to work generously with colleagues in a high-trust and values based global community of peers
Versatility and agility to flourish in a fast-paced and multifaceted work environment and work across time zones based on phone/video conferencing, Slack, email, etc.
A genuine interest in the mission and values of the organisation and a commitment to an inclusive and empowering approach to facing climate change
Berlin, Germany
Shared office space is available, with home working requirements in line with current government recommendations.
Some international travel will be required after the restrictions are lifted.
We will only consider applicants who have the right to work in Germany.
As soon as possible
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We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We strongly encourage candidates from historically disadvantaged or marginalised groups to apply.