Campaign Officer at Climate Action Network (CAN)

Climate Action Network (CAN) is the world’s largest climate network made up of more than 1,900 civil society organisations in over 130 countries, together fighting the climate crisis. Since its inception in the 1980s, CAN has grown into a strong, member-driven network with a membership spanning all six continents in over 130 countries. With its diver...

 

Campaign Officer

• Job TypeRemote
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• LocationNairobi
• Job FieldMedia / Advertising / Branding 

• The Campaigns Officer will work closely with members, partners, and thematic leads to plan and execute campaigns on key issues such as climate finance, just transition, loss and damage, and energy transition, ensuring alignment with CAN Africa’s broader strategy and global CAN campaigns.
• CAN Africa is at the forefront of advocating for a clean and productive energy future in Africa.
• As the urgency of the global climate crisis becomes increasinglyapparent, the shift towards cleaner, sustainable energy solutions has become imperative. The primary goal of the Campaign Officer is to lead, strategize, andexecute campaigns related to climate Action and Justice and promoting investments inrenewable energy in Africa.

Duties and responsibilities

• Programmes and Management
• Campaign Development and Strategy: Create, plan, and execute campaigns that push for the cessation of fossil fuelsand the advancement of renewable energy, climate finance, adaptation, etc.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with policymakers, government officials, private sector representatives, and community leaders toadvocate for policy shifts and tangible actions.
• Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough research to stay abreast of the latest energy trends, technologies, and best practices in the climate sector.
• Lead on the development of campaign strategy and plans: Conduct bottom-up and inclusive campaign strategies/plans development on key thematic focus of CAN Africa withmembers and allies.
• Lead on the implementation of campaigns: Provide leadership and coordination for campaigns roll-out and implementation for CAN Africa and support national and subregional campaigns.
• Awareness & Education: Organize seminars, workshops, and webinars to educate stakeholders about the key thematic of campaign focus of CAN Africa and members.
• Collaboration: Work closely with CAN Africa’s member organizations and partners to synchronize efforts and amplify campaign impacts.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Track campaign progress and impact, providing regular updates to the Team, and stakeholders.
• Ad-hoc Tasks: Carry out other related tasks assigned by the Regional Coordinator.
• Movement Building & Mobilization
• Lead organizing efforts that build coalitions, alliances, and public participation across Africa.
• Support national and regional members in rolling out synchronized campaigns.
• Facilitate capacity-building sessions for members on campaigning, mobilization, and creative actions.
• Organize events, rallies, digital actions, and media stunts to raise visibility

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Method of Application

• To apply, please submit your detailed CV, a certified copy of your qualifications, and a cover letter outlining information that will assist the selection panel in assessing your application. Applications should be sent in confidence to recruitment@can-africa.org .
• When responding to this advert, please ensure that the email subject line reads as follows: “job title Application”. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the disqualification of your application. If you do not receive a response within one month of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Climate Action Network (CAN) Africa reserves the right not to make an appointment.