BURN designs, manufactures, and distributes aspirational fuel-efficient cooking products that save lives and forests in the developing world.BURN has revolutionized the global cookstove sector by proving the business case for selling a high quality, locally manufactured and unsubsidized cookstoves.

About the Role

• BURN is looking for a Corporate Communications Officer who will be responsible for developing and executing effective communication strategies that promote and protect the reputation of the organization.
• They will work closely with the Director of External Relations and Head of Communications to create messaging that enhances the company’s brand, supports the policy teams, initiates, and manages crisis communication, and ensures that all external communication is aligned with the organization’s goals and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute corporate communication strategies that promote and protect the organization’s reputation.
• Develop messaging and content for external communication, including press releases, speeches, presentations, and other materials that enhance the organization’s brand and promote its values.
• Create and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and other stakeholders to ensure that the organization’s message is accurately and positively portrayed in the media.
• Manage crisis communication and ensure that all external communication is consistent and timely during challenging times.
• Respond to media inquiries and perform media outreach to achieve brand placement in publications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and craft messages that are aligned with the company’s vision, mission, and values.
• Monitor and analyse industry trends and best practices to ensure that the organization’s corporate communication strategies remain innovative and effective.
• Develop and manage employee feedback mechanisms and surveys to gather insights and measure the effectiveness of external communication strategies.
• Develop and manage corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and programs that align with the organization’s values and enhance its reputation.
• Ensure all communications are consistent, accurate, and aligned with the company’s tone of voice and messaging guidelines.

Key Deliverables

• Digital marketing plan and materials
• Carbon blog or regular newsletter
• Investor and buyer pitch decks
• Factsheets for each project
• Regular external reports on the carbon business
• Awareness of & readiness for key events
• Developing novel ways to advertise/connect with potential buyers & investors.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of best practices in corporate communication, crisis management, and media relations.
• Must possess exceptional writing skills and be able to compose engaging and accurate content that resonates with external audiences.
• Strong communicator who works well independently and with a team
• Understand the best practices of main social media channels including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.
• Must be resourceful and take initiative even when given minimal direction