Reference number: 202550
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Consultancy
Duty station: Luxembourg or remote, Luxembourg
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to todayโs most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources. CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a
GLF Sustainable Finance Communications Consultant
Overview The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) is the worldโs largest knowledge-led platform on integrated land use, dedicated to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and Paris Climate Agreement. The Forum takes a holistic approach to create sustainable landscapes that are productive, prosperous, equitable and resilient and considers five cohesive themes of food and livelihoods, landscape restoration, rights, finance, and measuring progress. It is led by the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR), in collaboration with its co-founders UNEP and the World Bank and Charter Members. Overall Objective: As global attention increasingly turns to the critical role of finance in addressing the climate and biodiversity crises, this role offers an exciting opportunity to position the GLF and its partners at the forefront of the conversation on financing nature-based solutions. We are looking for a proactive, collaborative, and creative team player who thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. The sustainable finance communications consultant can seamlessly combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of the finance and private sector landscape and understands how to translate complex topics into compelling narratives. Experience in event communications is essential, as the consultant will also play a critical role in shaping the outreach around flagship events such as the Investment Case by the LuxembourgโGLF Finance for Nature Platform.
Duties and responsibilities
Provide strategic advice on relevant communications opportunities and angles, target audiences, and the most effective channels with a particular focus on finance and private sector audiences.With the strong backing of the GLF Digital Communications team, draft and implement targeted communications strategies and campaigns aimed at or collaborating with key stakeholders in the finance and private sector
Conceptualize high-quality communications materials (for instance news, reports, social media content, newsletter content, media releases) tailored to specific audiences
Identify global and regional communications opportunities by liaising with media partners, partner organizations, and stakeholders
Work closely with the LuxembourgโGLF Finance for Nature Platform team and the GLF Digital-Communications team to ensure alignment of messaging and strategy.
Support the design, promotion, and execution of forums, with particular attention to outreach strategies before, during, and after events.
Requirements
Bachelorโs degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Finance, Business or related fieldA minimum of 5 years of proven working experience in communications and media outreach
Experience and understanding of trends in the topic of sustainable financing, global value chains, nature-based solutions and/or private sector
Demonstrated experience with stakeholder engagement and partnership coordination
Excellent/native level in English is required. Strong command of French is an asset. Proficiency in Spanish or German preferred, but not essential.
Understanding of global communications and several target audiences across continents
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
Collaborative team player who is equally comfortable leading or supporting tasks as needed.
Great interpersonal and communication skills.
Education, knowledge and experience โข Bachelorโs degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Finance, Business or related field
โข A minimum of 5 years of proven working experience in communications and media outreach
โข Experience and understanding of trends in the topic of sustainable financing, global value chains, nature-based solutions and/or private sector
โข Demonstrated experience with stakeholder engagement and partnership coordination
โข Excellent/native level in English is required. Strong command of French is an asset. Proficiency in Spanish or German preferred, but not essential.
โข Understanding of global communications and several target audiences across continents
โข Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
โข Collaborative team player who is equally comfortable leading or supporting tasks as needed.
โข Great interpersonal and communication skills.
Terms and conditions โข This is a full-time consultancy position.
โข The consultancy services shall be for a period of one year from the earliest possible start date of the contract.
โข Work location: Luxembourg or remote
Application process The application deadline is 20 Aug 2025
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.
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