Expert Communications Circular Economy
International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives
Hours
Full-time 40 hours per week
Length of contract
2 year
Salary
€51,000 - €56,000 per year
About the Organisation
ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network working with more than 2500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. Active in 125+ countries, we influence sustainability policy and drive local action for low-emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient, and circular development.
ICLEI‘s European Secretariat is based in Freiburg (Germany), with specialized offices in Brussels and Berlin. ICLEI Europe has more than 150 staff from all over Europe and beyond, covering a broad variety of professional disciplines and expertise.
About the role
The Expert Communications role within ICLEI's Circular Economy team is pivotal in enhancing the organization's outreach and impact in promoting sustainable urban development. An understanding of the circular economy concept and the role of local governments in facilitating the circular transition is desirable. Proficiency in additional European languages and experience working in or managing European-funded projects or service contracts are also advantageous.
Responsibilities
- Support the coordination of the Circular Economy team’s communication and dissemination work, to maximize outreach and impact, and ensure the coherence of external communication;
- Create and plan communications strategies and campaigns both for individual projects and for the team as a whole;
- Lead communication and dissemination work within European projects and contracts, including the management of specific work packages and activities;
- Write, and review editorial content such as web copy, newsletters, press releases, and leaflets and manage the editorial content calendar;
- Develop and maintain contacts with relevant communication partner organizations, publications, and platforms at the European and national levels;
- Develop and disseminate public relations materials, and take the lead on new PR activities that increase visibility among member cities and stakeholders;
- Design and facilitate virtual, hybrid, and in-person workshops, communities of practice, and meetings that encourage people to participate, learn, and network;
- Identify funding opportunities and write project proposals;
- Represent ICLEI at events and undertake presentations.
Skills, Competencies & Experience
Skills & Experience:
- 3 years of professional experience in developing and implementing communication strategies, ideally with a background in sustainable development;
- Experience organizing and implementing on-site and online events;
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural context, and to adapt to new situations quickly and confidently;
- Strategic thinking and decision-making skills, strong analytical capabilities with a strong ability to articulate a vision and execute against it;
- Impeccable writing skills, with native-level command of the English language and a detail-oriented approach with simultaneous big-picture thinking.
Desirable:
- Understanding of the concept of circular economy, and the roles that local government can play in facilitating and enabling the circular transition;
- Experience working in or managing European-funded projects and service contracts;
- Excellent command of additional European language
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate Degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, Sustainability, and a related field;
Compensation & Benefits
- 6 weeks of paid leave per year
- Others Benefits
Conditions of employment
- You need to be eligible to work in the EU
Working locations
- Freiburg office with occasional travel required
How to apply
- Send an email to [email protected] with a CV and a cover letter by 15th January 2025
Interviews
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview
Policies
- ICLEI Europe’s Equal Opportunity and Employment Policy ICLEI Europe’s hiring policy is geared to ensure that the organization hires employees without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, socio-economic background, and sexual orientation. ICLEI’s policy is that applicants for employment and career progression are considered solely based on their qualifications and competencies.