Corporate Communications Senior Associate (6 months contract)

We’re seeking a Senior Associate to join the ECF’s Corporate Communications team for a six-month temporary cover. This role will co-deliver ECF’s corporate and internal communications strategies – strengthening our reputation and ensuring staff are informed and aligned with organisational priorities.

You’ll work closely with another Senior Associate and report to the Chief of Staff within the CEO Office, collaborating with colleagues across the organisation – including Programmes, Strategic Partnerships, Operations and Finance.

Key responsibilities

External corporate communications

• Co-deliver ECF’s corporate communications strategy, in alignment with leadership and key stakeholders
• Ensure management of ECF’s corporate reputation and brand
• Manage potential crisis communications, including communication with staff and/or partners
• Coordinate and draft corporate media work (e.g., messaging, op-eds, etc.)
• Track coverage trends over time and adapt approach as needed
• Maintain corporate guidelines, policies, talking points, and Q&A
• Support production of the ECF Annual Report
• Liaise with funder comms teams, other climate foundations, and external providers (design, web, comms) as needed

Internal communications

• Co-deliver ECF’s internal communications strategy, together with leadership and key stakeholders
• Contribute to internal comms for organisational transformation and other priorities (e.g., strategic leadership updates, values/DEI)
• Help coordinate timing, messaging and content for internal updates
• Track and respond to staff feedback and engagement metrics

Collaboration

• Work closely with the other Senior Associate and the CEO office to ensure smooth delivery of team priorities
• Coordinate with the Management Team, ensuring discretion on confidential matters
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across ECF

Requirements

Key competencies

• Excellent communication: Strong writing and editing skills in English, with the ability to create clear, engaging content on complex topics. Additional European languages are a plus.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively across teams and with diverse stakeholders
• Proactive mindset: Identifies opportunities, takes initiative and drives projects forward
• Attention to detail: High standards for accuracy and quality
• Organisational skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Skills and qualifications

• Content creation for multiple channels
• Media relations and/or crisis management experience
• Familiarity with digital and analytics tools (CMS, SharePoint, social media, email platforms)
• Experience supporting internal communications and/or change management initiatives is a plus.
• 5+ years’ experience in a relevant field, ideally including corporate communications (external and/or internal).
• Knowledge of the climate action sector is highly desirable.

Other information

What we offer

• The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, purpose-driven, and international team that combines passion with a rigorous, results-oriented approach.
• A flexible work environment and space to develop and challenge yourself.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of any aspect that makes them unique (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, ...). If you need any specific accommodation due to disability or any other reason, you can let the recruiter know during your application process.

Practical details

• Contract: Temporary (6 months)
• Location: Paris or Brussels. Candidates must be entitled to work in the country they are applying for.

Start date: 1 February 2026

• Travel: Occasional (on average, every 2 months) for team meetings and events.
• Application: Please upload your CV and a short message explaining why you’re applying for the role.
• Deadline: Rolling applications until December 10.
• All applications will be treated confidentially. We will store your information in our internal database unless you request otherwise.