Public Affairs and Communications Officer

Cobalt Institute; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in critical raw materials seeks a motivated Public Affairs and Communications Officer. This home-based position in the UK or Belgium involves advancing communications strategies, engaging with stakeholders, and managing events. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of EU and international policymaking, with 2-4 years of experience in relevant fields. The role requires excellent drafting skills and a proactive approach to teamwork in a fast-paced environment, with travel to Brussels and London required.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of EU and international policymaking, ideally around sustainability, critical raw materials, or industrial policy.
• 2–4 years’ experience in public affairs, policy, or communications—preferably in a consultancy, association, or policy environment.
• Experience in event planning, digital content creation, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support the Heads of Government and Public Affairs and Communications in achieving CI’s global objectives.
• Coordinate CI’s Government Affairs and Communications committees.
• Draft high-quality content for campaigns, briefings, and policy papers.
• Monitor and analyse EU and global policy developments related to cobalt.
• Promote flagship events such as the Cobalt Congress 2026.

Skills

Political insight

Communication skill

Organisational flair

Excellent drafting skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Event planning

Digital content creation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong written English

Education

University degree in political science, international relations, communications, law, economics, or related field

Job description

How to Apply

To be considered for this role you must email your CV to [e-mail] with a cover letter explaining how you fit the requirements of the role. Applications not received in this way will not be considered.

Applications not received by LinkedIn and Email will not be considered.

Please note this role is based in the UK or Belgium. This is a home-based position with regular travel to Brussels and London.

Why Work At the CI?

Help shape the sustainable future of one of the world’s most critical raw materials.

At theCobalt Institute (CI), we’re driving global progress by promoting the responsible, safe, and sustainable use of cobalt. Representing the cobalt industry and its entire value chain, CI engages with policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and the media to ensure cobalt’s vital role in the transition to a cleaner, more connected world.

We’re looking for a motivated and collaborative Public Affairs and Communications Officer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of global policy, industry, and sustainability.

What you’ll do

You’ll play a central role in advancing CI’s communications and public affairs strategy across Europe and internationally. From political analysis and policy briefings to stakeholder engagement and event delivery, you’ll help position CI as a trusted voice on critical raw materials and sustainability.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Heads of Government and Public Affairs and Communications in achieving CI’s global objectives.
• Coordinating CI’s Government Affairs and Communications committees to ensure smooth operations and timely follow-up.
• Drafting high-quality content for campaigns, briefings, and policy papers.
• Monitoring and analysing EU and global policy developments related to cobalt and critical minerals.
• Supporting the organisation and promotion of flagship events such as the Cobalt Congress 2026, webinars, and site visits.
• Managing external communications, website updates, and stakeholder databases.
• Enhancing CI’s visibility through strategic content and proactive engagement.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who combines political insight, communication skill, and organisational flair.

You’ll need:

• A strong understanding of EU and international policymaking, ideally around sustainability, critical raw materials, or industrial policy.
• 2–4 years’ experience in public affairs, policy, or communications—preferably in a consultancy, association, or policy environment.
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and persuasively.
• Experience in event planning, digital content creation, and stakeholder engagement.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach and confidence working across teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong written English (knowledge of French or Mandarin is a plus).

Essentials

• University degree in political science, international relations, communications, law, economics, or related field.
• Eligibility to work in the EU or UK.
• Willingness to travel regularly to Brussels and London.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.