Senior Communication Specialist - Corporate Standards

This position is with the Global Strategic Communications Council (GSCC), a global network of communications professionals in the field of climate, energy and nature. GSCC is a programme hosted by the Meliore Foundation.

The defacto global standards for corporate emissions accounting are currently under review. That means we have a once in a decade opportunity to fix major loopholes in emissions reporting and increase corporate accountability for climate impacts. The Senior Communication Specialist - Corporate Standards will lead the execution of strategic communications activities to increase political and media attention and accelerate real-world action.

In this role, you will grow a wide network of partners to create and engage in media opportunities and build strategic relationships with partners in the communications and climate community across industry, policy, academic, and media spheres. You will devise and deliver projects and campaigns, providing strategic advice, communications and outreach support to partners. Working as part of a global network of communications experts, you will enhance the public debate on corporate climate standards by maintaining trusted relationships with key journalists and stakeholders.

Working under the Senior Advisor, Corporate Climate Strategy & Policy, you will thrive as part of a small but growing team of dedicated professionals. We are looking for a highly driven person with the motivation to independently explore innovative methods for problem-solving, armed with creativity and experience, and the determination to see things through to completion.

How you’ll contribute

• Strategy & Planning
  • Design flexible approaches that respond to new opportunities and external environmental changes;
  • Contributes expert input to the corporate standards strategy led by senior advisors.
• Implementation & Management
  • Delivers communications strategies in alignment with GSCC's established priorities;
  • Execute strategic communications activities aligned with objectives, design and disseminate narratives and messages;
  • Make appropriate judgements on timing and methods for intervening in public and media debates, seizing opportunities as they arise;
  • Collaborate with global networks, adapting audience-specific content;
  • Evaluate progress and areas for improvement;
  • Collaborate with external partners and manage project progress;
• Relationship Building, Maintenance & Collaboration
  • Builds strong relationships with partners in the communications and climate community relevant to project delivery.
  • Build and maintain relationships with media, journalists, and editors;
  • Identify, develop, and build networks of spokespeople and communicators;
  • Collaborate with digital teams.
• Information Gathering & Analysis
  • Gather and analyse information on corporate climate standards;
  • Continuously monitor political and media debates to identify communication opportunities;
  • Commission necessary research and analysis.
• Reporting & Evaluation
  • Monitor, evaluate, and report on outcomes.

Our ideal candidate has

• Personal commitment to climate change as an urgent mission, with the drive and determination to see projects through to completion;
• Ability to pivot strategies and approaches as circumstances change, staying flexible while maintaining focus on outcomes;
• Proactive approach to identifying opportunities, building relationships, and launching initiatives without waiting for direction;
• Big picture thinking with the ability to make sound independent decisions and drive progress that aligns with organizational goals;
• Skill in turning ideas into actionable plans and delivering results through effective collaboration with diverse partners;
• Natural ability to connect with people across different sectors and backgrounds, expanding networks strategically;
• Strong contribution to positive team dynamics through collaboration, empathy, and trust-building.

Experience required:

• Extensive professional experience in media relations, communications strategy;
• Proven experience in project management;
• Strong ability to independently research and stay current on climate change and decarbonization topics, with keen awareness of evolving public discourse;
• Experience working in mission-driven environments such as nonprofits, NGOs, foundations, international organizations, or social impact initiatives;
• Knowledge of, and experience working on climate change and energy issues.

Why join us?

• Be part of a remote-first, international network of professionals working on climate, energy and nature.
• Work with a bunch of dynamic, culturally diverse individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work.
• Enjoy regular opportunities to connect and collaborate with colleagues around the world.
• A full-time position with a consultant or employment contract (subject to location) for 12 months, with a possible renewal after one year.
• Location: UK/Belgium/Germany/Netherlands/Spain/Canada/Argentina/Brazil remote. Some international travel may be required.
• We may be able to provide co-working spaces in some locations. Only candidates with the right to work in their location will be considered.
• The compensation levels are set through a systematic alignment with local labour market data, taking into account the responsibility level of each role and the skills and experience of the selected candidate.
• We apply a consistent, equitable, compensation policy, and provide data on our calculations and pay ranges, in all locations where we operate.
• Our compensation practices reflect our commitment to fairness, inclusion, and accountability, and are regularly reviewed to ensure alignment with evolving market standards and organisational values.

Range example for the role: UK: 58k-64k GBP FTE Spain: 48-51k EUR FTE