World Wildlife Fund
Communications Specialist, America Is All In - 25000
World Wildlife Fund, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, seeks a Communications Specialist to join the
America Is All In
team. This position will play a critical role in helping to deliver a wide-ranging communications strategy on the most expansive group of leaders ever assembled to advance climate action in the United States, during a time when bold action is more important and more possible than ever.All In members include thousands of U.S. cities, states, tribal nations, businesses, schools, and institutions of faith, health, and culture that work together to champion a whole-of-society approach to addressing the climate crisis. All In seeks to build stronger engagement by subnational and non-state actors to influence regional, federal, and international climate policy so that they can implement equitable climate action in their jurisdictions and institutions.Salary:
The expected compensation range for this position is $62,200 - $77,800.Responsibilities
Works with the Communications Manager to execute communications strategy for the
America Is All In
coalition and manages collaboration between communications staff and
All In
partners and contractors who manage media outreach and provide broader communications support.
Lead the creation of content and the management of
America Is All In
content platforms, including social media accounts, the
America Is All In
website, and creative collateral including videos, web stories, photographs, etc.
Manages the development and execution of
America Is All In
storytelling efforts, including sourcing stories, assigning stories to partners and/or contractors for creation, and working with media support to design distribution and advertising plans.
Works with content experts and relevant leads to ensure a steady drumbeat of coalition newsletters, action alerts, and constituency-bulletins are sent out with newsworthy analysis, timely information, actionable resources, and any relevant communications materials (e.g. talking points, messaging documents, social toolkits); identifies communications opportunities for all priorities of the
All In
strategy, including robust climate justice elements.
Strengthens relationships and establishes partnerships with a broad ecosystem of climate communications professionals and organizations focused on pursuing ambitious, optimistic, broad-based climate narratives in line with
America Is All In .
Provides communications support for major public events pertaining to the
All In
strategy, including but not limited to in-person regional convenings, UNGA and Climate Week NYC, and the UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change) COP events.
Interacts regularly with representatives of WWF-International, or other WWF offices and associate organizations, to further collaboration with the international WWF network on climate and energy work; align communications efforts with the
Alliances for Climate Action
initiative.
Represents WWF and
America Is All In
in relevant meetings of communications professionals.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 4 - 6 years of professional experience in communications, climate policy, or other relevant areas; or a master's degree with 2 years of professional experience is required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including the ability to synthesize and communicate complex issues both verbally and in written form.
Knowledge of climate change issues is strongly preferred; specific expertise in U.S. climate policy will be highly valued.
Ability to integrate environmental justice priorities is required.
Project management experience related to communications in a non-profit or public-sector environment is required.
Proficiency with Monday and other project management tools is preferred.
Experience with policy communications in the context of rapidly changing news cycles is highly valued.
Must have the ability to set priorities, manage a multitude of details simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, and collaborate effectively in a matrixed team environment.
Must have proficiency with Microsoft office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proficiency of graphic design and video editing with creative software tools is highly valued.
Fluency in Spanish or in a second language is preferred.
Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams.
Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration.
**Please note that this is a limited term two (2) year position.This is a hybrid position that requires 2-days minimum in the WWF Washington, DC HQ office.To Apply:Submit cover letter and resume through our
Careers Page , Requisition #25000.Due to the high volume of applications we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone.As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status. WWF values diversity and inclusion and welcomes diverse candidates to apply.
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World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, seeks a Communications Specialist to join the
America Is All In
team. This position will play a critical role in helping to deliver a wide-ranging communications strategy on the most expansive group of leaders ever assembled to advance climate action in the United States, during a time when bold action is more important and more possible than ever.All In members include thousands of U.S. cities, states, tribal nations, businesses, schools, and institutions of faith, health, and culture that work together to champion a whole-of-society approach to addressing the climate crisis. All In seeks to build stronger engagement by subnational and non-state actors to influence regional, federal, and international climate policy so that they can implement equitable climate action in their jurisdictions and institutions.Salary:
The expected compensation range for this position is $62,200 - $77,800.Responsibilities
Works with the Communications Manager to execute communications strategy for the
America Is All In
coalition and manages collaboration between communications staff and
All In
partners and contractors who manage media outreach and provide broader communications support.
Lead the creation of content and the management of
America Is All In
content platforms, including social media accounts, the
America Is All In
website, and creative collateral including videos, web stories, photographs, etc.
Manages the development and execution of
America Is All In
storytelling efforts, including sourcing stories, assigning stories to partners and/or contractors for creation, and working with media support to design distribution and advertising plans.
Works with content experts and relevant leads to ensure a steady drumbeat of coalition newsletters, action alerts, and constituency-bulletins are sent out with newsworthy analysis, timely information, actionable resources, and any relevant communications materials (e.g. talking points, messaging documents, social toolkits); identifies communications opportunities for all priorities of the
All In
strategy, including robust climate justice elements.
Strengthens relationships and establishes partnerships with a broad ecosystem of climate communications professionals and organizations focused on pursuing ambitious, optimistic, broad-based climate narratives in line with
America Is All In .
Provides communications support for major public events pertaining to the
All In
strategy, including but not limited to in-person regional convenings, UNGA and Climate Week NYC, and the UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change) COP events.
Interacts regularly with representatives of WWF-International, or other WWF offices and associate organizations, to further collaboration with the international WWF network on climate and energy work; align communications efforts with the
Alliances for Climate Action
initiative.
Represents WWF and
America Is All In
in relevant meetings of communications professionals.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 4 - 6 years of professional experience in communications, climate policy, or other relevant areas; or a master's degree with 2 years of professional experience is required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including the ability to synthesize and communicate complex issues both verbally and in written form.
Knowledge of climate change issues is strongly preferred; specific expertise in U.S. climate policy will be highly valued.
Ability to integrate environmental justice priorities is required.
Project management experience related to communications in a non-profit or public-sector environment is required.
Proficiency with Monday and other project management tools is preferred.
Experience with policy communications in the context of rapidly changing news cycles is highly valued.
Must have the ability to set priorities, manage a multitude of details simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, and collaborate effectively in a matrixed team environment.
Must have proficiency with Microsoft office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proficiency of graphic design and video editing with creative software tools is highly valued.
Fluency in Spanish or in a second language is preferred.
Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams.
Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration.
**Please note that this is a limited term two (2) year position.This is a hybrid position that requires 2-days minimum in the WWF Washington, DC HQ office.To Apply:Submit cover letter and resume through our
Careers Page , Requisition #25000.Due to the high volume of applications we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone.As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status. WWF values diversity and inclusion and welcomes diverse candidates to apply.
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