Programme Manager Communications

This person is responsible for managing people, budget and processes within the communications unit across content planning and production: social media management, channel oversight, storytelling and visual production.

• Thought leadership:
• Lead the design and execution of a comprehensive thought leadership strategy around FSC's priority areas that positions FSC as a trusted leader in responsible forest management.
• Event Promotion
• Profile FSC at major events via compelling story-telling, thought leadership and social media management.
• Social Media Content Alignment:
• Ensure that communications content from across the house and regions is fed into social media planning and editorial calendar and contributes to the promotion of FSC's three priority areas.
• Lead the systematized identification of content opportunities to increase social media engagement across FSC SoMe channels.
• Review, approve, and refine content which will be packaged for SoMe to ensure it reflects FSC's brand voice, key messages, and platform-specific best practices.
• Provide constructive, timely feedback on copywriting, visuals, and messaging to support team learning and improve content quality.
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Strong experience of a range of communications analytics, M&E methodologies and tools.
• At least five years experience iteratively applying M&E to improve communications performance.
• Operations and Supervision:
• To plan, monitor and manage workloads of staff across the comms team
• To develop and manage budgets for all activities of the comms team.
• To ensure staff reporting to the comms programme manager comply with the rules and regulations of FSC.
• To lead the development of communication and related skills of staff within the comms team.
• To ensure compliance with health and safety requirements of all staff under supervision.

• Education and Training: University degree in a relevant field (e.g. Journalism, Media, Communications or Marketing).
• Working Experience, Style and Skills:
• At least five years' experience managing communications teams.
• At least five years of professional experience working on media relations, social media management and event coordination and management.
• Strong experience of implementing monitoring and evaluation methodologies to measure the success of communications campaigns.
• Strong experience of implementing monitoring and evaluation methodologies to measure the success of communications campaigns.
• Strong writing skills in multiple formats and for multiple channels.
• At least eight years experience developing and implementing communications plans strategies.
• Demonstratable ability to solve problems efficiently.
• Solution oriented attitude to work.
• Service oriented attitude to work.
• A strong sense for diligence and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to plan and organize work.
• Leadership: At least five years of managing staff.
• Computer Skills – good skills in the use of/experience with: Standard software packages (MS Office). Adobe Creative Cloud skills are a plus.
• Communication Skills:
• English (spoken and written).
• Spanish or French is a major plus
• Exceptional writing skills, including the ability to shape messages for intended audiences.
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in communicating with the media.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relations.

• Benefit from cross-cultural collaboration and networking opportunities by being part of FSC global community of 400+ forest stewards.
• Benefit from work-life balance with our hybrid working structure.
• 30 vacation days yearly.
• Regional transportation ticket.
• Breakfast bars, coffee, tea.
• Take part in learning lunches.
• Celebrate together festivals from different cultures.
• Once a year in-person get together with the global FSC staff.

• Location: Bonn, Germany.
• Working Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week.
• Duration of Employment: Temporary contract - 2 years (extension possible, subject to satisfactory performance).
• Starting Date: As soon as possible.
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required.

How to Apply

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• Please apply via our website by submitting your CV in English.
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• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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Welcome to FSC

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a globally recognized non-profit organization at the forefront of promoting sustainable forestry. With over 150 million hectares of certified forests and a trusted reputation among NGOs, consumers, and businesses, FSC is leading the way in ensuring the long-term health and resilience of the world's forests.