Job Opening: Communications Officer for The Fifth Element

The Fifth Element, a programme of The Club of Rome, seeks to build unique initiatives to reframe human development for wellbeing on a healthy planet. By asking new questions about the crises humanity is facing, and by exploring and facilitating the recognition of blind spots, we aim to catalyse the emergence of a human revolution, through a shift in mindsets.

The team is searching for a communications specialist who will be responsible for designing, producing and managing a variety of communications materials and channels related to The Fifth Element and related projects.

We are a small team with big ambitions and are looking for someone with a track-record of delivering digital assets and implementing strategies to engage with and spur others into action.

• Remote: the applicant can be located anywhere but must be available for daily meetings in the European time zone.
• Salary: Dependent on experience and location
• Initially, a one-year assignment with the possibility of extension (depending on funding)
• Full-time (40 hours per week), but 36 hours are possible

Role overview

The Fifth Element Communications Officer is responsible for designing, producing and managing a variety of digital communications and materials in order to maximise our outreach efforts and support the evolution of a network of partners and organisations working towards our vision.

Under the supervision of the Club of Rome Head of Communications, you will be part of the Fifth Element team. However, your work will be part of the integrated programme of activities of The Club of Rome.

The successful candidate will be highly organised with excellent time management and able to work on multiple tasks. You will be a team player who is adaptive and comfortable working in a small team whilst being able to take ownership of your workload and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse the communication and information needs of stakeholders; devise appropriate communication strategies and tools that align these needs with the objectives of The Fifth Element. Implement, monitor, and evaluate the activities.
• Produce engaging and relevant online content e.g., writing blogs, news items, and interviews;
• Manage The Fifth Element website, developing functionality and producing and updating content.
• Manage the Fifth Element Newsletter (including content plan, creation and dissemination).
• Produce and co-manage the production of multimedia materials such as visualisations and videos and, when needed, work with external agencies.
• Manage editorial and graphic design and relationships with relevant agencies (e.g. design, web development/support, translation services).
• In collaboration with the comms lead, produce activity/project-specific comms plans and effectively implement and execute them.
• Produce content for social media channels, produce social media copy and share graphics, and investigate and implement ways to increase engagement.
• Enhance media outreach efforts, including supporting the placement of op-eds and producing and disseminating press releases. Coordinating Fifth Element media requests and liaising with relevant spokespeople. Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists and editors.
• Identify creative ways to communicate about The Fifth Element (and related activities), its outputs and different areas of content for the wider public, and utilise storytelling methods to convey key messages from The Fifth Element.
• Develop strategies to improve communication materials and disseminate our key messages – e.g. using storytelling approaches, improving social media strategies, and investigating new channels and tools.
• Oversee the consistent application of The Fifth Element brand. Developing guides and assets as required.
• Produce other outreach materials such as brochures and annual reports/activity reports.
• Manage the production and outreach of all Fifth Element publications, including copy-editing, proofing, coordinating design, and implementing dissemination plans.
• Aid in the development of The Fifth Element as a platform, contributing to the development of networks and communities aligned with the project’s vision.
• Explore the use of artistic practices and ways of expression and how to expand our communication activities to involve these fields.

Experience and competencies

• Three to five years’ experience working on international campaigns or communications projects to diverse audiences;
• Fluent in English, other languages are an advantage;
• Ability to translate abstract or scientific content for public audiences;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Experience with managing social media platforms and a track record of creating engaging and creative content;
• Experience in the creation of social media cards, banners, marketing materials (Using Canva); experience with Adobe Suite is advantageous;
• Experience with Mailchimp and experience with content management systems (WordPress); experience with SEO and Google Analytics is a plus;
• Experience interpreting materials in order to develop, write copy and edit content;
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office, and remote working technology;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across the project and with other partners, in different geographies
• Highly organised and methodical in approach to work;
• Flexible, proactive and able to multi-task;
• Detail-oriented and able to take ownership of tasks with personal drive and to work with minimal supervision.

How to apply

Send the following documents in one complied PDF to jobs@clubofrome.org (indicating the post you are applying for):

• Cover letter (max. 1 page)
• CV
• Short writing sample in English (max 500 words)
• Contact details for two referees and your relationship to them

Deadline for applications is 21 April 2025 at 23:59 CET. 
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so you are encouraged to apply early.

This position is for the Fifth Element programme, but the person will sign a work contract with The Club of Rome.

The Club of Rome is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to a working environment that promotes equality, diversity, tolerance and inclusion. We encourage qualified candidates to apply from all social and ethnic backgrounds, and do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of ethnic origin, colour, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

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