Request for Proposals
European Communications Management and Strategy Development for Clean Air Task Force, parental leave cover
1. Background
Clean Air Task Force (CATF) seeks proposals from experienced and qualified communications and public affairs professionals with expertise and connections in Europe to provide high-level strategic communications guidance, public affairs strategy, and day-to-day communications management for Clean Air Task Force’s European advocacy work, focusing on Brussels and the European Union. This project will begin as early as February 15th and continue until June 15th, with the potential to extend depending on the length of CATF’s Communications Manager’s parental leave. It will involve strategy development and planning as well as execution on editorial content development, planned and rapid response media relations, campaigns, and project management.
1. Project Details
Deliverables:
* Expert communications management to help drive CATF’s key objectives in Europe, including:
* Proactively identifying communications opportunities and designing strategies to capitalize on them.
* Ensuring visibility of CATF research and thought leadership on key policy initiatives and raising awareness with policymakers and stakeholders through the media.
* Effectively communicating complex policy and technical concepts to stakeholders, including policymakers and Brussels-focused media.
* Developing communications campaigns, key messaging, and outreach plans for narrative change efforts and CATF work products.
* Advising on high-level framing, messaging, and narrative building efforts.
* Creating and distributing communications collateral including press releases, media advisories, and blogs.
* Strategic media relations to build CATF’s profile and socialize its thought leadership.
* Support in driving awareness of and engagement around key CATF events in Europe.
* Engaged presence in regular European Advocacy virtual meetings, with skilled coordination and project management across teams.
Skills required:
* At least 5 years of proven experience delivering impactful communications and public affairs strategies in Europe.
* Writing and editing for media, policymaker, and funder audiences.
* Media relations and existing relationships with top-tier press in Brussels and beyond.
* Expertise in planning public affairs campaigns.
* Project management and coordination.
* A high degree of proactivity and collaboration.
* English language fluency.
* Proofreading and copyediting skills.
Skills desired:
* Working skills in other EU languages.
* Understanding of the policymaking processes in the EU and in European countries where CATF is active.
Timeline:
This project will begin as soon as possible and continue until June 15th, with the potential to extend.
1. Scope of Work
Onboarding and Relationship Building: Meet and assess the communications and marketing needs of key CATF European staff.
Strategic Development and Planning: Develop a European communications strategy and plan for 2025, synthesizing insights with input from key CATF experts.
Execution and Management: Execute the plan while remaining responsive to shifts in policy and politics.
1. Proposal Requirements
Items to Include:
For firms:
* Description of relevant services (public affairs and policy communications expertise, media relations, etc.)
* Relevant experience (previous work in energy, policy, environmental, and climate space)
* Budget estimate (hourly and/or monthly rate for a retainer)
For individuals:
* Resume/CV
* Cover Letter
Evaluation Criteria:
* Experience and expertise in strategic communications and public affairs, particularly in energy policy.
* Regional expertise and media contacts in Brussels and European member states.
* Experience providing tailored, collaborative service to fill gaps from parental leave.
* Cost.
To Apply:
Submit your proposal in PDF, Word, or Slide format no later than February 21st, 2025. Our team will review proposals and schedule follow-up conversations with firms of interest.
1. About Clean Air Task Force
Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is a global nonprofit organization working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. With over 25 years of internationally recognized expertise on climate policy, CATF is a pragmatic advocacy group with bold ideas needed to address climate change. CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with staff working virtually around the world. Visit catf.us and follow @cleanaircatf.
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