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ACEC was launched in 2022 by a Secretariat that includes the Climate Group, the Global Wind Energy Council, and the World Resources Institute, bringing together expertise, credibility, and independence to enable corporate procurement of renewable energy and accelerate the overall supply of RE across Asia.
ACEC’s mission is to improve regulatory and policy frameworks to unlock private sector investment, enhance the efficiency of energy markets, and accelerate the deployment of large-scale RE for power sector decarbonization. Ultimately, this will support Asian governments in achieving both energy security and sustainable development goals.
This role will be part of the Climate Communications Fellowship (CCF), an initiative by the Tara Climate Foundation, in partnership with IREX. The fellowship is to enable experienced communications professionals to transition to the climate nonprofits in Asia that are working towards a just energy transition. In addition to the position with ACEC, fellows will be part of a broader cohort that will undergo training on environmental and climate change issues, coaching and leadership development, and will form a network of likeminded professionals in Asia. Travel within Asia for a launch convening will be required. Tara Climate Foundation is a regranter supporting a diverse group of over 350 partners in 13 countries to accelerate Asia’s clean energy transformation and IREX is a global non-profit that has supported more than 50,000 Fellows over 50 years.
The Communications Lead will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to enhance ACEC’s visibility, manage public relations, and coordinate engagement with key stakeholders. This role will work closely with ACEC’s leadership, member companies, and secretariat organizations to craft compelling narratives, organize events, and manage digital and traditional media channels.
The position is fully remote and candidates can be based in Malaysia (preferred), Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia OR Philippines.
The Communications Lead will be responsible for the following tasks and duties, among others:
Content Creation:
- Write and publish blog posts, newsletters, and LinkedIn articles that highlight ACEC’s activities, partnerships, and achievements.
- Collaborate with member companies to co-author Op-Eds or thought leadership pieces that spotlight clean energy trends and corporate perspectives.
- Support in developing case studies, reports, and other communication materials that support ACEC’s advocacy and policy work.
Website and Social Media and Digital Engagement:
- Manage ACEC’s website and social media presence (LinkedIn and Twitter), posting regular updates, event announcements, and thought leadership pieces.
- Monitor and analyze social media engagement to refine strategies and maximize outreach.
- Ensure consistent messaging across ACEC’s digital platforms.
Event Coordination and Webinars:
- Work with the team to coordinate ACEC-hosted webinars and virtual events, from planning to post-event reporting.
- Collaborate with partners to ensure ACEC’s active participation in external events, including securing speaking engagements and aligning key messages.
- Support the logistics and promotion of in-person and virtual networking events, including agenda development and speaker coordination.
PR and Media Relations:
- Collaborate with secretariat organizations to coordinate media outreach, press releases, and public relations efforts.
- Cultivate relationships with journalists and media outlets in the clean energy and sustainability space.
- Track and respond to media opportunities, ensuring ACEC is positioned as a thought leader in clean energy procurement and policy.
Collaborative Communications with Secretariat Organizations:
- Work closely with ACEC’s secretariat organizations (Climate Group, GWEC, WRI) to align PR strategies, ensuring consistent messaging and shared communication goals.
- Assist in drafting joint statements, reports, and announcements with secretariat PR teams.
- Act as a liaison between ACEC and secretariat organizations to streamline communication efforts across platforms.
Internal and External Communications:
- Develop and manage communication plans for key events, initiatives, and reports to ensure timely and effective dissemination of information.
- Ensure regular communication with ACEC members, partners, and stakeholders to keep them informed about key activities, developments, and collaboration opportunities. Additionally, maintain an active presence for members on the ACEC website and relevant channels, while promoting ACEC visibility on their platforms as well.
- Prepare talking points, press kits, and briefing materials for leadership ahead of key meetings and events.
Monitoring and Reporting:
- Track communication metrics (e.g., social media engagement, website traffic) and provide regular reports to the Program Director.
- Conduct surveys and gather feedback from stakeholders to assess the effectiveness of ACEC’s communication strategies
