Communications Coodinator: Energy and Climate Change

6 hours ago


Cape Town, South Africa ICLEI Full time

We are looking for a multi-talented communications coordinator, who speaks fluent English and ideally French as well, and who is passionate about making a difference in the world They need to be a conscientious, diplomatic individual with a ‘can do’ attitude who can learn fast, adapt quickly, work well under pressure with multiple stakeholders at different levels and think on their feet. This person should ideally have experience working in/with local government on energy and climate issues. Proficiency in another language spoken in Africa, such as French or Portuguese, would be advantageous.
Communicating concepts related to sustainability, notably climate change, energy and resilience to diverse stakeholders, and in particular, politicians and technical officials in African cities

**Project coordination**: facilitating meetings between a range of stakeholders; working with, and coordinating, a diverse team to deliver high quality, aligned deliverables on time
Developing and supporting the implementation of communications plans and protocols

**Brand management**: maintaining a professional and positive brand image, ensuring multiple brand guidelines are adhered to and high standards are upheld
Coordinating and collating content (articles, reports, social media posts, photos and videos) from various stakeholders, and managing approvals and deadlines
Writing, editing and reviewing content of articles, press releases and social media posts
Managing translation of content
Developing social media campaigns and visuals for social media posts
Website, media and social media tracking and reporting

**Videography and editing**: briefing, writing scripts and producing both short campaign clips and longer videos, uploading to Youtube
Production of publications, including infographic posters and brochures, from brief to print
Setting up and designing digital mailers (e.g. Mailchimp)

**Event planning**: organisation of webinars and events, and the promotion thereof

**Knowledge management**: administration and dissemination of information and documentation related to communications
Providing communications inputs to donor reports and during meetings

**Requirements**:
Relevant post-graduate degree or equivalent qualification
At least two years of relevant work experience related to the above listed areas
Proven ability to work remotely
Excellent English, and ideally French, written, presentation and verbal communication skills
Highly computer literate and tech savvy
Good eye for design
Very good people skills; very diplomatic and a problem-solver
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, in multiple and multi-disciplinary teams across the world, in a highly dynamic, fast-paced and creative environment
Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, effectively and accurately
Ability to interact with all levels of staff, as well as manage consultants
Ability to be agile and flexible about work responsibilities, prioritise and thrive under pressure
Ability to navigate complex organisational and project structures
Problem-solving and analytical skills, well-organised, attention to detail and quality, and a structured and pro-active working style
South African resident/valid work or critical skills permit
Must have a passion for, and willingness to travel, locally and internationally, when appropriate



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