Communications Officer at BURN

Position Overview:

• The Communications Officer will play a pivotal role in managing media relations and creating high-quality written content to elevate BURN’s visibility and support its strategic objectives. The role will be 50% focused on writing, 40% focused on media relations, and the remaining 10% will be dedicated to strategic media monitoring, crisis communications, and internal collaboration. This position involves working closely with international media, writing for executives and senior leadership teams, and crafting impactful press releases, speeches, and newsletters. As a backfill for the Corporate Communications Officer role, you will step into an established role with ongoing projects and responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:
50% Writing and Content Creation:

• Press Releases: Write and distribute clear, compelling press releases that capture key developments, milestones, and impact stories related to BURN’s carbon financing and clean energy efforts.
• Executive Writing: Develop speeches, talking points, and other communications materials for BURN’s senior leadership, ensuring alignment with BURN’s mission and voice.
• Content Creation: Craft high-quality editorial content, including newsletters, blog posts, and op-eds that support BURN’s communication strategies and highlight key aspects of the organization’s work.
• Internal Communications: Support internal communications by developing newsletters, updates, and memos to keep teams informed and aligned.

40% Media Relations:

• Media Outreach: Build and maintain strong relationships with international media outlets, journalists, and influencers to promote BURN’s brand and initiatives.
• Media Strategy: Collaborate with the communications team to develop and execute media engagement strategies to support BURN’s campaigns, product launches, and global initiatives, including carbon pre-financing.
• Media Monitoring: Track media coverage and analyze trends to identify opportunities for proactive engagement with international outlets.

10% Strategic and Crisis Support:

• Crisis Communications: Provide support in managing media responses during crisis situations, crafting clear, well-considered messaging to protect and promote BURN’s reputation.
• Collaborative Work: Partner with internal stakeholders, including the communications, marketing, and executive teams, to ensure cohesive and strategic messaging across all platforms.
• Media Monitoring: Conduct media tracking and provide reporting to evaluate the effectiveness of media strategies and identify opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in media relations and editorial writing, preferably in a social enterprise, nonprofit, or sustainability-related field.
• Proven experience working with international media outlets and strong media relations skills.
• Strong experience writing for executive and senior leadership teams, with the ability to develop clear, compelling speeches, talking points, and editorial content.
• Proven track record of writing high-quality, well-researched press releases, articles, newsletters, and reports.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, impactful messages.
• Experience in carbon financing, clean energy, or environmental sustainability is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a high standard of quality under tight deadlines.
• Experience in crisis communications and strategic media engagement is an advantage