Chief Communications Officer, 100% Volunteer (unpaid)

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• You will take on comprehensive strategic, operational, and organizational responsibility for DEHIB’s communications function.

• You will consistently enhance the communications strategy and execute it alongside your team.

• You will oversee the association’s internal and external communications.

• You will sustainably advance our brand identity and DEHIB’s market positioning.

• You will ensure a professional, cohesive, and contemporary external presence across all communication platforms.

• You will manage communication initiatives that align with our strategic goals.

• You will be in charge of DEHIB’s press and media relations.

• You will cultivate dependable relationships with media, institutions, and relevant stakeholders.

• You will coordinate governmental and political affairs.

• You will create communication strategies for political and societal issues.

• You will assist the federal board during public appearances and in strategically positioning the association.

• You will oversee DEHIB’s digital communications.

• You will continuously improve our social media and online communication efforts.

• You will manage DEHIB’s website, focusing on its structure, content, and ongoing development.

• You will coordinate the production of high-quality communication and marketing materials.

• You will guarantee a professional and consistent brand presence across all digital channels.

• You will independently refine the communications sector.

• You will establish processes, responsibilities, and workflows within the department.

• You will build a high-performing volunteer communications team.

• You will coordinate collaboration with other departments, including HR, Digitalization, Fundraising, and Project Management.

• You will ensure transparent coordination and foster a professional communication culture within the association.

⛳️ Requirements

• Several years of experience in communication, corporate communications, marketing, public relations, or related fields.

• Experience in brand development and management is a plus.

• Familiarity with press work, media communication, or public affairs is desirable.

• Experience in digital marketing and social media management.

• A structured, independent, and strategic approach to work.

• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

• A passion for leading volunteer teams and motivating individuals.

• An interest in social impact as well as modern association and organizational development.

• Excellent German language skills (C1/C2) and proficient use of Microsoft 365 are required.

🏝️ Benefits

• A high level of strategic and operational autonomy.

• The chance to actively contribute to the development of a nationwide social association.

• Direct collaboration with the federal board and executive management.

• Responsibilities that have a visible impact on DEHIB’s growth.

• Access to a growing network across business, politics, academia, and non-profit organizations.

• Participation in internal networking events as well as selected DEHIB events.

• Development of your leadership, strategy, and management competencies.

• Hands-on experience in building a nationwide organization.

• Engagement in innovative societal projects with significant visibility.

• Professional onboarding and a structured induction process.

• Access to free initial consultations provided by our partner organizations.

• Support from experts in legal affairs, HR, digitalization, communications, and organizational development.