ClimateWorks Foundation is hiring: Internal Communications Consultant (Remote)

ClimateWorks Foundation is seeking a highly experienced

Internal Communications Consultant

for a

12-month contract

to enhance internal communications strategies, processes, and channels.

Job Location:

Remote (within 3-hour time zone of San Francisco, USA)
Organization:

ClimateWorks Foundation
Closing Date:

Open until filled

This role is pivotal in fostering staff engagement, alignment, and transparency across our global organization committed to ending the climate crisis.

About ClimateWorks Foundation
ClimateWorks Foundation is a

global organization

dedicated to accelerating climate solutions through philanthropy. Since 2008, we have awarded over

$2 billion

in grants worldwide, supporting initiatives that bend the greenhouse gas emissions curve.

Our efforts span solution areas like carbon removal, cooling, transportation, and industry, collaborating with diverse funders, NGOs, and climate leaders.

Our mission is supported by a team of researchers, strategists, and grantmakers driven by a shared passion to end the climate crisis. For more information, visit our website.

Organization and Department Overview
The

Marketing & Communications

team at ClimateWorks plays a critical role in building awareness, fostering partnerships, and mobilizing philanthropic action.

As the organization grows to nearly 200 staff across 15+ countries, strengthening internal communications is vital for maintaining alignment, engagement, and organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Planning (10%)
Develop and implement a

12-month internal communications roadmap

in collaboration with the Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications.
Assess current communications practices and identify strategic opportunities for improvement.

Internal Communications Structure & Best Practices (60%)
Build and maintain an

internal communications master calendar

for key organizational moments.
Collaborate with cross-team communicators to optimize channels such as email, newsletters, intranet, and events.
Create and distribute a

regular, proactive internal news digest

sourced from various departments and geographies.
Partner with channel owners to enhance content strategies, improve staff engagement, and evolve communication platforms.
Develop templates and tools to support effective, clear, and concise internal messaging.
Support the planning and execution of major organizational events like

In Town Week

and

Staff Retreat .
Define and analyze

metrics

to evaluate and improve internal communication effectiveness.

Content Development (30%)
Produce

2-4 proactive internal communications per month

from CEO and executive team.
Support crisis and external issue communications with tailored messaging.
Collaborate with departmental leaders on major campaigns and organizational initiatives, ensuring messaging aligns with organizational narratives.

Required Qualifications
10+ years

of experience in marketing and communications, with a focus on internal communications within global nonprofits or philanthropic organizations.
Proven experience working as a

contractor/consultant , establishing strong internal partnerships.
Expertise in multi-channel internal communication strategies that foster staff alignment and engagement.
Experience supporting

all-staff events

including agenda setting, session design, and executive communications.
Exceptional

writing and editing skills , with ability to produce clear, compelling content on tight deadlines.
Proficiency with internal communication tools such as

Simplrr, Schoox, Slack, Asana, Microsoft Office, Salesforce .
Strong project management skills and understanding of

best practices and trends in internal communications

for global organizations.

Compensation and Location
This is a

12-month contract

position.
Location:

Remote, within a 3-hour time zone of San Francisco, USA.

Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to

submit a resume and cover letter

as soon as possible. The position will remain open until filled.

ClimateWorks Foundation is committed to fostering a

diverse and inclusive

work environment.

We encourage applications from women, people of color, and others from underrepresented groups. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or religious needs.

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