Communications Manager

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the communications efforts of PPCA concerning the benefits and viability of the transition from coal to clean energy in Southeast Asia.

• Report directly to the Communications Lead.

• Create and implement comprehensive communication strategies in collaboration with the PPCA Communications Team, the wider PPCA team, and relevant governmental bodies.

• Monitor political and media discussions in Southeast Asia to pinpoint strategic communication opportunities.

• Develop and enhance narratives that address local priorities, concerns, and opportunities.

• Identify regional proof points and case studies, leveraging closed-door PPCA meetings for exclusive insights.

• Generate press releases, press briefings, social media content, op-eds, blogs, and event communications.

• Build and maintain strategic media partnerships, positioning PPCA and its representatives as key resources for regional energy transition.

• Spot media opportunities, pitch stories, provide media assets, and create speaking points for interviews.

• Establish and utilize stakeholder partnerships while amplifying local influential voices.

• Utilize social media to enhance visibility and strengthen connections.

• Plan and coordinate both online and in-person events from inception to completion.

• Represent PPCA at relevant events to elevate the Alliance’s profile.

• Monitor and evaluate media coverage, social media engagement, and stakeholder feedback.

• Report on the effectiveness of communications to senior staff and funders, highlighting areas for improvement.

• Participate in broader PPCA communications initiatives as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be based in Singapore.

• Significant professional experience in leading external communications, including the development and execution of communication strategies at senior, supervisory, or managerial levels.

• Proven track record of establishing and maintaining successful media relations in Southeast Asia, including story pitching and securing media coverage.

• Experience working within networks, demonstrating a strong ability in stakeholder management.

• Proven capability to engage with a variety of stakeholders, including governments, think tanks, and financial institutions.

• Demonstrated experience in organizing events.

• Understanding of digital communication tools and platforms, including social media management, website content management systems, and email marketing.

• Passion for tackling complex technical topics and converting them into compelling narratives about energy transition.

• Flexible and adaptable skills suitable for a fast-paced, diverse environment and across multiple time zones.

• Ability to independently meet deadlines.

• Proficiency in both written and spoken English.

• Knowledge of additional languages is a plus.

• Must have the right to live and work in the jurisdiction where E3G employs the candidate.

• CV should be a maximum of 2 pages, and the offer letter should be a maximum of 1 page, both submitted in English.

🏝️ Benefits

• 35-hour workweek.

• Fully remote working model.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• 25 vacation days.

• Additional leave period between Christmas and New Year.

• Pension contribution plan (varies by location).

• Competitive rewards and benefits package compared to other organizations in the sector.

• Annual remuneration review process.

• Opportunities for occasional international travel.