[Hiring] Manager – Communications @Global Resilient Cities Network

Role Description

As Manager – Communications (EU Programmes), you turn the results of our EU-funded projects into compelling stories and policy-relevant messages that amplify cities’ work and strengthen R-Cities’ voice in Europe. You are part of R-Cities’ global communications team and report to the Lead – Partnerships & Strategic Communications, who guides brand, messaging and channels and helps project content reach wider audiences through R-Cities’ platforms. For day-to-day work and programme delivery, you are guided by the Lead – Climate Resilience Europe, who sets priorities across the European portfolio. You work closely with the Associate – Climate Resilience Europe, Project Managers and consortium partners.

You lead communication and dissemination where R-Cities holds responsibility, and coordinate our contributions where partners lead. Across multiple projects, you keep plans, content and deliverables on track, meet grant requirements and ensure funder visibility.

What you will do

• Dissemination and visibility strategy (30%):
  • Own R-Cities’ input to each project’s plan for dissemination, exploitation and communication.
  • Ensure compliance of all R-Cities communication materials with EU visibility and funding acknowledgement requirements.
  • Track communication and dissemination KPIs, deadlines and evidence across the programme portfolio.
• Deliverables and reporting (30%):
  • Own communication deliverables where R-Cities is the lead partner, such as factsheets, briefs, videos, web content and reports.
  • Manage websites and social channels where R-Cities is responsible.
• Content, storytelling and advocacy (25%):
  • Own stories, case studies and visuals that show what the projects achieve in cities.
  • Develop policy-relevant outputs such as policy briefs and key messages for city and EU policymakers.
  • Participate in joint communication with consortium partners, sister projects and the EU Missions.
• Events and outreach (15%):
  • Plan and deliver dissemination events R-Cities leads.
  • Manage the communication side of project meetings and reviews.
  • Represent R-Cities at relevant EU events, such as the European Urban Resilience Forum.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or a related field.
• At least four years of professional communications experience, including direct responsibility for communication and dissemination.
• Demonstrated experience delivering communication plans and outputs to funder deadlines.
• Experience coordinating communication activities across multiple partner organisations.
• Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to turn technical or research content into clear, engaging communication for non-specialist audiences.
• A portfolio or links to at least 3 examples of written, digital and visual content, with your contribution to each clearly identified.
• Experience organising virtual and in-person events.

Requirements

• Experience in climate adaptation, urban resilience, circular economy or a related field, in a nonprofit, local government or academic setting.
• Experience translating research findings into policy briefs, advocacy materials or messages for policymakers.
• Familiarity with EU climate and urban policy, including the European Green Deal and EU Missions.
• Experience in EU-funded projects (Horizon Europe, Horizon 2020, LIFE, Interreg or similar).
• Professional working proficiency in another European language.
• Experience submitting deliverables through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.
• Experience organising events or conferences for EU-funded projects.
• Practical graphic design and video editing skills, supported by examples.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Statutory Dutch benefits.
• Additional support for wellbeing, professional development and flexible remote working.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining your interest in the role and R-Cities’ mission. For this role, we also ask you to submit a portfolio (single combined PDF) or an overview with links to recent communication work with at least 3 examples (single one-page PDF). For each work sample, clearly identify your contribution. In your cover letter, name at least one project where you led or substantially contributed to communication and dissemination, and describe your role. Apply by Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 10:00 CET. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage early applications.

The selection process may include interviews, a practical exercise and reference checks. Due to the volume of applications, we will contact shortlisted candidates only.