Communications Officer, Biodiversity

WWF European Policy Office

About the Organisation

WWF European Policy Office (EPO) acts as the WWF’s advocacy hub in Brussels, influencing EU policies to protect nature, tackle climate change, and promote sustainability. Based in Belgium, it ensures EU laws align with global biodiversity and climate goals by providing expert input to policymakers, advocating for green legislation, and fostering non-commercial science-based policymaking.

About the role

We are looking for a Biodiversity Communications Officer from May 2026 to help design and implement WWF EU’s communications strategies on policy issues related to biodiversity and wildlife crime, reporting to the WWF EU Communications Manager, Natural Resources.

Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities:

• Strategic communications: Develop and implement communication strategies to support WWF’s policy objectives for the protection of biodiversity (Nature Restoration Law, Birds and Habitats Directives) and wildlife crime (CITES, Environmental Crime Directive);
• Content creation: Produce engaging and impactful content for a variety of channels, including press releases, articles, blogs, social media posts, newsletters, reports, and multimedia materials (visuals/videos), website updates.
• Media relations: Identify opportunities for media engagement, build strong relationships with EU journalists, proactively pitch stories and reactions, and respond to media inquiries; support policy colleagues in interactions with the media.
• Event coordination: Lead communication efforts for key events, including press briefings, webinars, conferences, workshops, and stunts, ensuring WWF’s presence is impactful and coherent;
• Support to the WWF campaign team: Implement the communications strategy for WWF’s work on deregulation, with a particular focus on the EU Nature Restoration Law as well as the Birds and Habitats Directives, as part of the campaign team, and in close collaboration with WWF national offices;
• Provide communications support for Hands Off Nature campaign: in close collaboration with WWF’s Campaign Manager and coalition partners, ensuring the effective development and delivery of campaign materials;
• Network coordination: Work closely with WWF’s network of offices, partners, and other stakeholders to align messaging and maximise outreach, including by designing and disseminating communications and media materials for joint activities;
• Monitoring and reporting: Track and analyse the impact of communication activities, providing regular updates and recommendations for improvement.

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

Qualifications & Skills Required:

• Experience: At least 3-5 years of professional experience in communications, preferably in the environment or climate field and/or at the EU level. Experience in media relations and developing and implementing communication strategies, as well as creating content for a variety of audiences.
• Languages: Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other European languages is a plus.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for diverse audiences;
• Interpersonal skills: Ability to navigate diverse viewpoints and foster a positive, collaborative working environment;
• Digital Expertise: Proficiency in social media management, content creation tools, and analytics platforms;
• Knowledge: Understanding of EU institutions, policies, and decision-making, particularly in the context of biodiversity, is a strong advantage.
• Personal Attributes: Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Courage, Respect, Integrity, and Collaboration.

Required Qualifications

• A degree in communications, journalism, political science, or a related field ( equivalent work experience)

Compensation & Benefits

• An opportunity to make a real difference for our oceans and the planet.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment in one of the world’s leading environmental NGOs.
• An indefinite contract with a competitive salary and other benefits. 
• Additional benefits, including allowances for lunch, public transport, and home working, health insurance, pension plan, paid holiday, and an additional month of pay in accordance with Belgian law.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Conditions of employment

• You must have the legal right to work in Belgium.

Working locations

• Brussels, Belgium

How to apply

• Please send your application to [email protected], with "Application for Communications Officer, Biodiversity" in the subject line.
  • Attach a single PDF file named Firstname and Surname. The PDF should include your up-to-date CV (without a picture or birth date) and a cover letter (max 400 words) explaining why you are a suitable candidate for this role.
  • Indicate the earliest date you would be able to start and whether you have the legal right to work in Belgium.
• The deadline for applying is 22nd March 2026, midnight, but please note that the vacancy could be closed earlier depending on the number of applications received.
• In such a case, the job advertisement will be updated with a revised deadline at least 2nd days in advance of the new deadline.
• We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to make sure their application is considered.

Interviews

• Candidates invited to the 1st round will be notified on 7th April. Please note that we can only respond to successful candidates.
• 1st round: 13th April
• 2nd round: 20th April

Policies

WWF European Policy Office is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable working environment for all our employees. We welcome applications from all people regardless of background, and strongly encourage people with disabilities, people of non-European ethnic origin and nationality, and people over 45 years old, to apply.

Applicants will not be discriminated against because of age, ethnic or social origin, gender, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic under EU law. We’ll strive to make adjustments to accommodate accessibility needs during the application process.

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