SYSTEMIQ is an organisation driving system change in clean energy, circular material solutions and sustainable land use. By addressing failures in these areas, SYSTEMIQ aims to unlock economic opportunities that benefit business, society and the environment.
We connect the right people, ideas, technologies, and capital to transform economic systems. We do this through five activities:
In order to deliver in these areas, we recruit and develop distinctive and varied individuals who strive to achieve our mission, challenge the status quo and act as change leaders.
About the Food and Land Use Coalition at SYSTEMIQ
Launched in 2017, the Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU), housed in SYSTEMIQ, brings together 13 partners to accelerate the transformation of food and land-use systems to deliver globally-agreed goals for sustainable development, biodiversity and climate. Integrated FOLU programs have begun in Australia, China, Colombia, Ethiopia, India and Indonesia, and the Coalition will grow its support in additional countries over the next three years.
FOLU is launching its first Global Report on 22 September 2019 in New York to persuade economic decision-makers to change the way food and land use systems operate through policy, business decisions and investment. There is a new website planned at the same
Ahead of this launch, FOLU requires careful media planning and relationship management, in order to best position and gain media coverage of the report, the work of our partners and in countries, as well help elevate our ambassador network.
Position
The media manager will play a key role in shaping and positioning FOLU’s distinctive voice with the press. His/her primary purpose will be to ensure FOLU is telling the best possible stories in engaging ways and across channels, with a specific focus on the Global Report launch. The media manager will work closely and collaboratively with other members of the communications team and across the Coalition to plan, shape and promote both corporate and project-related content.
Responsibilities
Scope and monitor relevant news, messages and developments related to key FOLU issues, topics, partners and general ecosystem
Minimum Requirements
Skills
Please note, this position is for a contractor for a 3.5 month period starting asap.
We offer the opportunity to be part of a high-calibre, driven, and friendly team. We are keen to receive applications from all parts of the global community, however you must have the right to work in the location you are applying for.
Please apply with a current CV and a cover letter addressing the above requirements, making sure to note your preferred location and availability. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].