Communications Manager (mfd)
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Job Summary
What we are looking for
An experiencedprofessional withstrong strategicand interpersonalcommunication skills to lead and implement the Value for Good GmbH and Value for Good(VfG)Foundations external communications activities. The function is a stand-alone role that reports to top leadership and engages with the widerVfGteam as. We are looking for someone who is fluent in German and English and ideally based in Berlinor willing to regularly travel to Berlin.
We are aboutique strategy consultancyexclusively focused onsocial impact and sustainability. We work with leading companies public institutions foundations and NGOs in Germany and globallyacross three practice areas:Global Development Strong Civil Society and Private Sector Impact.
What you bring
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both German and English including the ability to craft impact messaging and compelling narratives
- Strong ability to engage internal stakeholders in a clear and structured way
- An existing network to relevant stakeholders in relevant media and communication outlets/channels (e.g. impact focused magazines/publications German press etc.)
- Demonstrated experience (5 years)in communications roles such as stakeholder engagement corporate communications public relations media management or similar positions
- Passion for both strategic planning and implementation
- A university degree in communications public relations journalism marketing or a closely related field
- Graphic design skills are a plusbut not required
- Based in Germany with a strong preference for Berlin or willing to regularly travel to Berlin
Your responsibilities
- Develop a deep understanding of Value for Goods brand identity its mission and values and translate this into stakeholder engagement strategies and impact narratives/stories that support Value for Goods societal impact and business goals:in particular thegoals ofVfGspractice groupsouremerging areas of thought leadership (e.g. tech for good) the talent teamand theVfGFoundation
- In line with the above develop coherent and actionable channel strategies e.g. social media (especially LinkedIn our core social media channel) in-person & online events newsletter website and press/media
Management
- Set annual goals and KPI targets and plan and managethecalendar of communications activities getting input from practice groupsthe MDsandthe talent team as
- Monitor and evaluate communication campaigns and engagement activities adjusting strategies based on stakeholder feedback and analytics to enhance effectiveness andmaintainreputation
- Establish andmaintaina stakeholder contact database for tracking relationships and communications activities/history
- Manage any execution-related contractualrelationships with service providers such as web programmersandgraphic designers as
- Monitor and managethemarketing budget
Execution
- Execute communication activities such as writing social media posts drafting newsletters company announcements websiteupdatesand press releases for theVfGGmbH and theVfGFoundationand work withVfGevents person in the operations team ensuring consistent messaging and alignment with brand guidelines
- In alignment with Value for Goods practice groups MDsand thetalent team build and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders via our communications channels including withVfGGmbH clientsVfGFoundation partnersVfGalumni (former team members) non-profits that are alumni of theVfGWirkungsakademie the media and relevant networks and community groups
- Advise and supportVfGsextended leadership team on communication stakeholdermanagementand advocacy approaches (particularlyLinkedIn)
- Oversee the development and distribution of collateral (corporate presentations/brochures case studiesVfG-branded publications web content etc.)
- Oversee and safeguardVfGsvisual brand identity
What we offer
- Communications work around challengingandexciting projectswithsubstantial societal impactforleading organisationsacross theprivate public and social sectors
- Opportunity to helpshapeafast-growing companythat lives and breathes its values
- Working with adrivenfun andexperienced international teamof ca. 35 staff members
- Attractiveremunerationfor social impact work
- Strong feedbackandpersonal development culture
- Internalandexternal training offeringsand annualteam retreats
- Flex-desk work arrangementsregardinghome office and working hours
Diversity equity and inclusion at Value for Good
Value for Good aspires for agender-balanced diverse andinclusiveworkforce. We thereforewelcome the applications of all qualified candidatesirrespective of their nationality racial or ethnic origin religion beliefs age gender sexual orientation health or disabilities.
We also strive to de-bias our recruitment process as much as possible. Hence we encourage you toexclude any of the above-mentioned personal information from your application. Furthermore to promote gender pay equality Value for Good hasfixed salary levelsacross all seniorities which we share transparently early in the process.
Contact
Please upload the following information:
- CV (in Englishwithoutthe above-mentioned personal information or picture)
- Brief motivation letter (in English)
- Written samples of communications work you have done in the past in English and German
- University transcripts and job references (can be handed in later if not at hand)
- Earliest start date and salary expectations p.a. in EUR
- Preferred work volume(in hours per week)
- Current home base
Contact Person: Eliane Wohlgemuth Talent Manager
We are excited to receive your application!
Application deadline
We are looking to hireaCommunicationsManageras soon as possible. The deadline is therefore23:00on November 24th.
About us
Value for GoodGmbHis animpact strategy consultancythat envisions a world that takes effective action tosolve societal challenges. Since 2014 we have built a reputation for deliveringtop-quality advisory servicesto theworlds leading companies publicandinternational organisations foundationsandNGOs.
Please find more information on our website
The Value for Good Foundationis the soleowner of the GmbHand promotes impactful sustainably financed and scalable solutions in the areas ofTech for GoodFinance for ImpactandImpact Management.
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- Internal Control
- Accounting And Auditing
- Accounts Handling
- General Services
- Elevator
- Brand
About Company
Value for Good GmbH is an impact strategy consultancy that envisions a world that takes effective action to solve societal challenges . Since 2014, we have built a reputation for delivering top-quality advisory services to the world's leading companies, public and international organi ... View more
