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350.org is a global grassroots movement dedicated to fighting climate change by advocating for a reduction in carbon dioxide levels to 350 parts per million (ppm), a level deemed safe for the planet. In the Philippines, 350 Pilipinas is at the forefront of these efforts, mobilizing youth, local communities, and various organizations to address climate-related challenges, particularly focusing on transitioning to renewable energy. is at the forefront of these efforts, mobilizing youth, local communities, and various organizations to address climate-related challenges, particularly focusing on transitioning to renewable energy.
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 350 Pilipinas, 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.
Based in Manila, Philippines – 350 Pilipinas seeks to appoint a
COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGIST
We are seeking a junior-to-mid level communications professional with a background in media relations and stakeholder engagement, with the goal of raising awareness of and driving engagement in 350 Pilipinas’ work. This role will be key in supporting the organization’s strategic communications, focusing on amplifying the voices of youth activists in the climate movement.
The candidate will drive high-impact campaigns, engaging journalists, leveraging digital platforms, and engaging with government and corporate stakeholders to accelerate the renewable energy transition. The ideal candidate should possess strong communications skills, with the ability to develop and execute content strategies, enhance media and digital engagement, and support the team in achieving its broader campaign goals.
A core component of this role will be pitching campaign stories to the media, with a focus on corporate commitments to renewable energy and the broader climate movement. You will also investigate and share stories of companies and institutions involved in Green Energy Options campaigns, highlighting their successes and challenges. Additionally, you will support the team with digital strategy, including advising on and creating action-oriented content to drive engagement.
The Communications Strategist will be responsible for the following tasks and duties, among others:
- Actively contribute through collaboration to the development and implementation of communication strategies to increase awareness around 350 Pilipinas campaigns.
- Engage with media, working closely with journalists to amplify campaign stories related to the just energy transition in Philippines.
- Build a digital media strategy to further the reach of 350 Pilipinas campaigns, utilizing analytics to assess the performance of communication efforts, identifying areas for improvement and maximizing reach across channels.
- Develop tailored content for specific journalists, traditional media outlets, and social media platforms.
- Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and digital platforms.
- Translate complex subject matter into accessible content for a broader audience, driving public engagement and action.
- Provide training to 350.org staff on strategic communication practices, media engagement, and content development.
View the full job description and application instructions on the Vacancies page at https://www.actionappointments.co.za/climate-change-vacancies and email your application by Monday 6th January 2025
