- Frank Bold
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Contract staff
Communications Officer
- Frank Bold
Brussels, Belgium
Contract staff
Published:
Application Deadline: May 25, 2025
- Frank Bold
Brussels, Belgium
Contract staff
Published:
Application Deadline: May 25, 2025
DESCRIPTION:
We lead the work on the EU framework for corporate transparency, sustainability and human rights due diligence. We have played an important role in setting key legislation in this area - Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. Our efforts are focused on meaningful and effective implementation of these legislation by business, whilst defending them against deregulation, and anti-ESG backlash.
We are coordinating the Alliance for Corporate Transparency, a platform made up of over 20 major non-profit organisations, collaborating with responsible investors, and business leaders. We are a leading member of the European Coalition for Corporate Justice.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
WHAT WE OFFER:
Support and supervision
The Communications Officer will report to the Head of Responsible Companies and Senior Policy Officer. He/she will supervise the work of and receive support from the Communications trainee and members of the Policy and Advocacy team.
QUALIFICATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
HOW TO APPLY:
Phone interviews with short-listed candidates will be organised on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will be invited to a personal interview which will take place in Brussels or online (June 5). Expectation to join the team as soon as possible.
ABOUT US:
Frank Bold is an expert group combining legal expertise on sustainable finance and corporate governance; clean energy; business and human rights; values of democracy and freedom; and a focus to strengthen the voice of civil society.
Established in 1995, Frank Bold is headquartered in the Czech Republic and has offices in Brussels (Belgium) and Krakow (Poland). The organisation seeks to use the power of business and non-profit approaches to solve social and environmental problems. The Responsible Companies section at Frank Bold focuses on improving EU legislation and developing a corporate accountability framework that better integrates societal interests in companies’ purpose, governance, and decision-making. Frank Bold is coordinating the Alliance for Corporate Transparency, a member of EFRAG's Sustainability Reporting pillar preparing technical advice for the adoption of mandatory EU standards on sustainability reporting by the EU Commission and a board member of the European Coalition for Corporate Justice.
For more information please visit our website: http://en.frankbold.org/our-work/programme/responsible-companies.
We lead the work on the EU framework for corporate transparency, sustainability and human rights due diligence. We have played an important role in setting key legislation in this area - Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. Our efforts are focused on meaningful and effective implementation of these legislation by business, whilst defending them against deregulation, and anti-ESG backlash.
We are coordinating the Alliance for Corporate Transparency, a platform made up of over 20 major non-profit organisations, collaborating with responsible investors, and business leaders. We are a leading member of the European Coalition for Corporate Justice.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Produce ‘Frankly Speaking - A podcast on responsible business’ in collaboration with the host (Richard Howitt) and support of the communications trainee;
- Develop, manage, and optimise our external communications strategy to promote our positions (podcast, social media, website, media presence), collaborating with the policy team and supported by the communications trainee in the implementation;
- Recognise social media opportunities, analyse audience behaviour and act to increase impact;
- Collaborate with external communications colleagues and other stakeholders to develop and implement joint initiatives (webinars, press briefings, digital campaigns).
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Meaningful work, informal working environment, great European team and opportunity to meet interesting projects and people. Opportunities to grow professionally and a great deal of freedom at work;
- Full-time position (38 hours, possible flexibility of 80%), one-year contract;
- Working place in Brussels or other cities in Belgium;
- Flexible working hours and possibility to work partly from home;
- A competitive remuneration package will be offered based on qualifications and experience following Frank Bold guidelines.
Support and supervision
The Communications Officer will report to the Head of Responsible Companies and Senior Policy Officer. He/she will supervise the work of and receive support from the Communications trainee and members of the Policy and Advocacy team.
QUALIFICATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- You have a minimum of 2 years experience with policy and digital communications strategy development;
- You have experience in graphic design (Canva, Figma, or Adobe programmes);
- You have experience or can demonstrate good understanding of EU policy making, corporate responsibility and sustainability topics and are able to quickly familiarise yourself with new topics through research, policy documents or expert publications;
- You possess excellent organisation skills, English proficiency and want to work in an international environment. French and other EU languages will be an advantage;
- You are eager to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. We are looking for someone that fits with the team and the organisation. No need to tick all the boxes so if you think the position might suit you, try applying.
HOW TO APPLY:
- To apply, please fill in the following form and attach your CV.
- The deadline for applications is 25th of May.
Phone interviews with short-listed candidates will be organised on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will be invited to a personal interview which will take place in Brussels or online (June 5). Expectation to join the team as soon as possible.
ABOUT US:
Frank Bold is an expert group combining legal expertise on sustainable finance and corporate governance; clean energy; business and human rights; values of democracy and freedom; and a focus to strengthen the voice of civil society.
Established in 1995, Frank Bold is headquartered in the Czech Republic and has offices in Brussels (Belgium) and Krakow (Poland). The organisation seeks to use the power of business and non-profit approaches to solve social and environmental problems. The Responsible Companies section at Frank Bold focuses on improving EU legislation and developing a corporate accountability framework that better integrates societal interests in companies’ purpose, governance, and decision-making. Frank Bold is coordinating the Alliance for Corporate Transparency, a member of EFRAG's Sustainability Reporting pillar preparing technical advice for the adoption of mandatory EU standards on sustainability reporting by the EU Commission and a board member of the European Coalition for Corporate Justice.
For more information please visit our website: http://en.frankbold.org/our-work/programme/responsible-companies.
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