Transparency International is a global movement with one vision: a world in which government, business, civil society and the daily lives of people are free of corruption. With more than 100 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, we are leading the fight against corruption to turn this vision into reality.
Transparency International is a global movement with one vision: a world in which government, business, civil society and the daily lives of people are free of corruption. With more than 100 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, we are leading the fight against corruption to turn this vision into reality.
The Transparency International Secretariat is currently seeking a campaigns coordinator to join the Communications Team. This person will be responsible for the design, management and implementation of inclusive and intersectional campaigns related to corruption and climate/the environment in close coordination with the global policy and advocacy work of the Climate Governance Integrity Programme (CGIP). As our work on these topics is expanding, we are looking to organise some of our global work around campaigning. The campaigns will involve influencing decision makers, mobilizing and activating different audiences and making use of advocacy opportunities to advance our climate governance integrity agenda. This role will closely work with TI chapters, relevant partners, government authorities, media, INGOs and NGOs, and other stakeholders.
OVERVIEW OF KEY DIMENSIONS
Role Purpose: The Campaigns Coordinator advances TI’s global advocacy by developing and implementing inclusive and intersectional campaign strategies, plans and products in the TI movement focussing on climate/the environment. The Campaigns Coordinator engages a number of external and internal audiences and stakeholders, supporting National Chapters with campaigning tools and products to influence decision makers, mobilize and activate different audiences and take advantage of advocacy opportunities. They nurture partnerships with a range of movements, organisations, and networks and will do outreach to global institutions and other international actors through coalition building, representation and relationship building.
Team: Communications Team
Reporting Line: Head of Communications
Starting Date: as soon as possible
Salary Band: According to TI-S internal salary structure; for this position corresponding to band PF2 salary starting EUR 42,000 gross per year depending on relevant experience
Contract Duration: Currently we can offer an employment contract limited for a duration of 2 years. There is a prospect of extension subject to organizational need continuing, performance proven and funding confirmed and there is interest in a stable and long-term cooperation.
Working Hours: full time [100%; 40 hours per week]
Location: Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S), Berlin/Germany
Job ID: TIS-Comms-CaCo-042023
Based in the Communications Team and reporting to the Head of Communications, the Campaigns Coordinator will:
Create and implement campaign strategies with clear goals, theory of change, and timelines on climate/ environmental and corruption issues and mainstreaming inclusion, developing and implementing plans and strategies in line with global and regional priorities and strategies together with colleagues in the TI movement and working with external partners.
Deliver planned campaigning activities, resources and schedules, including coordination and timely deliverance of project budgets and reports
Assess and initiate opportunities for inclusive and intersectional campaign actions regionally and internationally, through stakeholder mapping and issue scanning, as well as through active engagement in monitoring, evaluation and learning cycles.
Create campaign materials, including social media and digital campaigning, webcontent, and commentaries, interventions, think pieces or policy working papers as necessary
Coordinate chapters’ participation in global campaigning work, coordinating internal communications and knowledge sharing, including through IT-supported communities, networks and communications
Built and sustain strategic partnerships and alliances, coordiante coallition work and work with external consultants to advance campaign objectives.
Maintain oversight of the overall financial management of specific campaigns, projects and/or initiatives
Manage, monitor and evaluate the implementation of the campaigns
Support in donor communications such as proposals, reports, and meetings.
Act as a focal point in communications; provide mentorship, input, and advice to others and stay abreast of trends, updating strategies accordingly
Represent the organization at relevant fora; design and guide the coordination of participation of partners and stakeholders; build relationships and form alliances with external counterparts, communities of practice and stakeholders; act as liaison for specific thematic areas inside TI.
Contribute to the overall functioning of the Communications team by providing proactive and ad hoc support as needed
In order to succeed in this role, candidates will need to meet the following:
5+ years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in international advocacy, campaigning, and communications; experience in campaigning on climate and environmental issues will be an asset.
Graduate university degree or professional qualification in social science, public policy or administration, journalism, international law, economics, management, or another relevant field
Sound knowledge and understanding of climate/ environmental governance issues, international development, development issues and international affairs;
Experience working with international institutions and networks, civil society organisations, climate justice groups and campaign consultants/agencies
Experience in networking and building alliances.
Experience with and/or a good understanding of digital campaigning concepts, processes and tools
Experience of inclusion mainstreaming in organisational and/or theme-specific campaigning
Excellent analytical skills, with demonstrated record of strong writing and communication skills
Excellent oral and written communication in English; proficiency in other languages an asset
Strong organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
Willingness to travel
Strong organisational skills and ability to effectively manage priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Demonstrated flexibility, initiative and creativity
High level of intercultural competence, diplomacy and political sensitivity
Commitment to environmental issues and corruption is desirable
Commitment to the values and principles of Transparency International
Joining the Transparency International Secretariat candidates can expect:
The opportunity to become part of the global movement against corruption and make a positive contribution to the work of TI in the field of transparency and accountability working on a wide range of relevant and challenging issues
A role with purpose, working in a team of engaged and enthusiastic colleagues and experts in the field of anti-corruption, and driven and united by the desire to fight corruption and achieve significant and large-scale replicable impact
An inspiring, stimulating, dynamic, flexible and international working environment with peers representing 45+ different
A high degree of collaboration and autonomy in a lean and agile organisation with flat hierarchies, streamlined decision- making processes and a shared leadership culture with servant leadership philosophy
Ample opportunities to learn and grow, from annual team training allowances to onsite professional development opportunities, including regular Show & Tell meetings, Jours Fixes/Flexes and brown bag lunches with visiting experts
Staff at TI-S enjoy a competitive compensation & benefits package designed for staff well-being and work life balance, incl.:
A relocation package incl. sponsorship of work permit if needed and financial contribution to German language classes
Generous time off with 30 days of annual leave per year and flexible working times around core hours
Sodexo Restaurant Checks with plenty of options nearby the office for reduced prices for meals
Selection of fruits and hot drinks, summer and winter parties, and ‚Social Fridays’ with complimentary snacks and drinks
Free health sessions (e.g. back pain prevention) as well as reduced membership fees with Urban Sports Club
A centrally located office in a vibrant metropolitan city with excellent public transportation connectivity at the river Spree
Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter explaining suitability against the criteria as set out in the candidate profile in English via the online recruitment system clicking on the button ‘Apply Online’.
Closing date for applications is 31.07.2023 .
Only applications duly completed and received through the online recruitment system will be considered.
The Transparency International Secretariat is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where diversity is valued and where there is equality of opportunity. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and therefore welcome applications from qualified candidates of all regions, countries, cultures and backgrounds. Existing permission to work in Germany is not a selection criterion and TI-S supports successful candidates in the process for applying for a work permit, if needed.
Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis and we do not discriminate on the basis of national origin, race, colour or ethnic background, religious belief, sex, gender identity and expression or sexual orientation, marital or family status, age or ability. We kindly ask applicants to refrain from including in their application information relating to the above as well as from attaching photos.
DISCLAIMER
Please note that Transparency International does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment and selection process (whether at application, processing, testing, interviewing, traveling or otherwise). In addition, TI does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.
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