COP27 Communications Champion

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

📋 Description

• Assist the Head of Communications & Public Affairs (HCM);

• Organize the communications-related preparations to ensure that the BCI has the appropriate people, materials, technology, and resources at COP27, both in-person and virtually, to support key allies and partners (including governments and international agencies) in engaging potential collaborators;

• Enhance BCI’s visibility by aiding communication efforts at pertinent COP events – including meetings, interviews, recording side-events, editing, streaming, and promoting through social media and articles on the BCI website;

• Oversee post-COP communication tasks (including coordinating post-event messaging, both internal and external BCI communications, business events, and video compilation with the Creative Unit);

• Elevate the BCI’s profile among audiences within and outside the climate change policy community by identifying opportunities for press coverage, website content, or social media engagement in relation to COP27;

• Assist in the execution of the BCI’s communications strategy;

• Actively engage in establishing communication channels with stakeholders following COP events;

• Create content to be shared via social media, websites, newsletters, press releases, and other distribution mediums; and

• Ensure that messaging aligns with the key strategies of the organization, among other responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Exceptional oral communication skills, including the ability to build effective working relationships, adapt flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with stakeholders at all levels;

• Strong capabilities in writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design, as well as professional publishing;

• A high level of creativity;

• Good understanding of communication channels (e.g., social media);

• Self-assured communicator;

• Meticulous attention to detail; and

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing demands under pressure;

• Proficiency in another language aside from English will be regarded as an asset;

• Competence in Microsoft Office applications; and

• Strong knowledge of topics central to the BCI, such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology is preferred.

• A relevant degree or training in Communications is preferred;

• Demonstrated experience in a communications role within an organization (preferably not-for-profit or environmental);

• Experience in a role driven by targets;

• A portfolio showcasing exceptional writing and editing skills; and

• Experience working independently and collaboratively in teams to advance projects using initiative.

🏝️ Benefits

• What impact will you have?

• BCI is a platform led by experts that assists governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations, as well as relevant corporations, in navigating the intricate landscape of emerging technologies for environmental benefits. We research, identify, and analyze the applications of emerging technologies to empower leading stakeholders in the global climate change and action network to make informed decisions.

• How to Apply: Candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, samples of English communications work, and contact details to the BCI email address at recruitment@blockchainclimate.org. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a simple written test and participate in selection interviews online.