Summary
Were looking for a talented and enthusiastic Communications Officer to join our international Communications team in London, to work on Climate Week NYC. Now in its fifteenth year, Climate Week NYC is the largest yearly climate event of its kind, where business leaders and political change makers from all over the world discuss how to drive climate action.
The role is exciting and varied, working on communications for global brands, cross-channel creative campaigns, billboards around New York City, and brand touchpoints including website and app. Last year we had a 6.5 billion media reach, generated 221 million impressions for #ClimateWeekNYC and our physical out of home presence in New York was seen by over 51 million people.
About Climate Group
Climate Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring that everyone in our team has the opportunity to thrive and excel. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
Climate Group drives climate action. Fast. Our goal is a world of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with greater prosperity for all.
We focus on systems with the highest emissions and where our networks have the greatest opportunity to drive change. We do this by building large and influential networks and holding organisations accountable, turning their commitments into action.
We share what we achieve together to show more organisations what they could do. We are an international non-profit organisation, founded in 2004, with offices in London, Amsterdam, Beijing, New Delhi and New York.
About the role
The role is integral to our Communications and Marketing team for Climate Week NYC, reporting into the Senior Marketing Manager. The variety of the role provides an opportunity to work on campaigns seen by millions of people and across a collection of digital platforms, in collaboration with external partners. This role is about driving the buzz around Climate Week NYC, boosting brand awareness, building our Climate Group profile, and creating digital impact for a large global audience.
Key responsibilities will include:
Amplifying Climate Week NYC and our Climate Group brand profile through digital campaigns, billboard activations and livestreaming.-
Sponsorship communications for global brands including announcements, social media content and video.
- Working on end-to-end campaign creation from creative idea generation and content plan development, through to distribution cross-channel.
- Working on brand touchpoints including our website, design assets and app.
- Coordination and input into our reports on our impact and results.
- Assisting with uploading and distributing outputs onto our multimedia hub.
About you
Essential:
Communications or marketing experience-
End-to-end creative campaign experience, including copywriting and content plans
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Cross-channel social media knowledge and experience
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Experience using social and digital tools such as Hootsuite
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Proficiency with Adobe Suite
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Awareness of the external market and latest digital trends
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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Strong self-organisation skills, ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines
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Highly empathetic and a positive attitude
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Good attention to detail
Desirable:
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Previous experience working at an NGO
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Experience working in an international organisation
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Experience working on hybrid/virtual events
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Knowledge on climate
Location
Youll be based in our London head office near Tower Bridge (SE1 2NQ), a 12-minute walk from London Bridge station and enjoy the benefits of flexible and hybrid working: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
The role will involve working US hours during Climate Week NYC, 17 to 24 September.
As well as having excellent green credentials, our open-plan workspace offers the ultimate flexibility for your working day, whether youre working collaboratively, hosting a hybrid meeting with your global colleagues, or need some focus time in an acoustic booth or at a standing desk. The building also offers a well-equipped gym, secure bike parking and showers.
What we offer
Our people are at the heart of what we do and are our greatest asset. Youll be joining a global community of bold, ambitious doers who are committed to driving climate action fast.
This is a full-time position for six months ending in October. The salary offered is £29,670 to £32,950 per annum, based on experience.
In addition to the rewards youll find from working with friendly, passionate people wholl challenge and help you grow, we offer a fantastic benefits package:
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25 days holiday per year, plus public holidays
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Long-service holiday bonus of an additional day after three and six years service
- 10% non-contributory pension scheme after three months service
- Hybrid working
- Private medical insurance and cash plan on completion of probation
- Life assurance
- Monthly wellbeing allowance plus Headspace membership
- Paid leave for volunteering, moving house and getting married
- Season ticket loan
- Bike loan scheme
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Comprehensive learning and development initiatives to help you reach your full potential
Apply now
Submit your application now using the Apply for this job button.
Applications for this position should come in the form of a CV and one-page cover letter covering why you want to work with Climate Group and how your experience, skills and knowledge relate to the competencies outlined above.
If you need any further information, require the job advert in an accessible format, or need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Emma Wilson, Senior Marketing Manager, ewilson@theclimategroup.org
Well be holding interviews on a rolling basis, therefore welcome and encourage early applications. The application process is open until filled.
The requisite eligibility criteria, or work visa to work in the UK are a requirement for this position and no relocation and/or sponsorship costs will be borne by Climate Group.