Communications Manager

ClientEarth; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 62.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working

Flexa accredited Employer

Zusammenfassung

ClientEarth in Berlin seeks a Communications Manager to lead communications planning for Germany. You will develop a strategic media relations plan, translate complex legal work into clear German messaging and advise colleagues on communications impact.

The role focuses on building relationships with German media, creating high-quality content, and supporting fundraising and policy efforts while ensuring alignment with the organisation's priorities.

Qualifikationen

• Fluent in German and English (CEFR C2).
• Experience in NGO, advocacy, law, policy, public affairs, journalism or campaigning context.
• Proven track record producing high-quality press materials and securing media coverage in mainstream German media.
• Strong knowledge of the German media landscape and journalist contacts.

Aufgaben

• Develop, implement and evaluate an integrated communications strategy for Germany.
• Translate complex legal and policy work into clear communications for German audiences.
• Develop and execute a strategic media relations plan for Germany with national, regional and specialist media.
• Oversee and produce high-quality German-language content across channels.

Kenntnisse

German (CEFR C2)

English (C2)

Media relations

Press materials

Public affairs

Jobbeschreibung

Communications Manager

Application Deadline: 11 August 2026

Department: External Affairs

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Berlin

Reporting To: Jakub Gornicki

Compensation: €68,937 / year

Description

Communications professionals keen to work in Berlin, we have a great opportunity for a Communications Manager to join our team.

The Communications Manager will lead communications planning and delivery for ClientEarth's work in Germany. The successful candidate will develop and execute a strategic media relations plan for Germany, build and maintain strong relationships with German media, and advise legal, policy, advocacy and fundraising colleagues on how communications can increase the impact of their work.

Important dates to Note: Applications close on 11 August 2026. If your profile passes initial screening, you will be requested to submit additional information in the form of two additional questions. The deadline to have your responses to these questions submitted is 13 August 2026 for your application to be fully considered. Interviews will begin in the week beginning 17 August 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and evaluate an integrated communications strategy for ClientEarth's work in Germany, aligned with organisational priorities and the Germany CPAD operational plan.
• Translate complex legal and policy work into clear, accurate and compelling communications for German audiences.
• Develop and execute a strategic media relations plan for Germany, with a focus on building sustainable relationships with national, regional and specialist German media.
• Oversee and produce high-quality German-language content across appropriate channels, including press, web, social media, newsletters, campaign materials and partner communications.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Fluent (CEFR level C2) in German and English
• Advanced communications, media relations, and reputational judgement, supported by significant relevant experience, ideally in an NGO, advocacy, law, policy, public affairs, journalism, or campaigning context.
• Proven experience producing high-quality press materials and securing impactful media coverage in mainstream German media, in line with strategic goals.
• Strong knowledge of the German media landscape, political context and communications environment, with relevant journalist contacts or a clear ability to build them quickly.

Job Benefits

Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based. See our benefits page for more.

ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at ClientEarth journey page for more. Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in Germany.

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.