About Climate One

Climate One is the premier platform for the conversation about climate disruption. Through our podcast, national radio show, and live convenings for thought leaders and concerned members of the public, we create opportunities for dialogue, exchange, and reflection that deepen understanding and catalyze solutions.

We envision a world where a clear-eyed awareness of the climate crisis shapes decisions ranging from personal behavior to public policy and where the full spectrum of humanity’s wisdom, talent, and expertise is marshaled toward the wellbeing of all life on Earth.

About the Position

Climate One seeks a strategic, creative, and collaborative communications professional to help create, plan and implement our communications, audience development, marketing, and brand strategy. The Communications Manager will serve as a key partner to the Executive Director, and will work in collaboration with the Development Director to grow Climate One’s audience and impact. With Climate One’s 20th anniversary approaching in 2027, this is an exciting time for an entrepreneurial and creative leader to build on the program’s rich history and help shape the next 20 years of empowering climate conversations.

Responsibilities

Content creation and marketing:

Create and publish content on Climate One's website and social media (LinkedIn, Bluesky, TikTok, YouTube) to promote weekly episodes
Produce weekly email newsletter, episode graphics, and video trailers

Audience development:

Develop and implement strategies to grow Climate One's audience across podcast, social, email, digital platforms, and live events
Collaborate with radio marketing consultant to support radio station recruitment and retention
Build and steward a vibrant listener community through virtual platforms and in-person events
Review and respond to audience feedback to deepen engagement
Lead paid media strategy to achieve event ticket sales and podcast download targets
Track and report key metrics, qualitative feedback and milestones on a regular basis

Communications, marketing & development:

In partnership with the Executive Director, develop and implement a strategic communications and marketing plan to build brand visibility, support audience growth, and deepen community engagement; recalibrate plan according to metrics
With Development Director, manage production of Climate One's annual report and other fundraising material
Lead promotion and marketing for annual flagship events such as the Stephen Schneider Award, Climate Ride, and SF Climate Week
Own the visual identity of the organization by designing graphics across podcast episodes, events, video content, and other platforms that are bold, cohesive, and on brand
Review, evaluate and respond to media inquiries
Increase visibility of Climate One leaders and community

Vendor & operations management:

Serve as primary liaison to communications and creative service vendors (marketing, printing, graphic design, photographers, web developers, promotional materials)
Keep the Climate One website and functionality up to date, with support from web development consultants

Teamwide responsibilities:

Support setup, greeting, refreshments, and other tasks during in-person programs and donor events
Network with event attendees during receptions, make introductions, and foster social connections in the climate community
Support collaborative communications efforts with Commonwealth Club staff

Qualifications

Required:

Minimum 3 years of experience in communications and marketing
Demonstrated experience in strategic use of social media, email newsletters, SEO/AEO, earned and paid media, and other channels, to grow audience
Strong writing skills with demonstrated ability to convey climate, energy, environment, and sustainability issues for both expert and general audiences
Proficiency in graphic design and sound editing tools (Canva, Descript, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere)
Proficiency in email marketing platforms (Campaign Monitor or similar) and podcast hosting/monetization platforms (Megaphone)
Proficiency in CRM tools (Salesforce or similar) to support community stewardship and listener engagement
Proficiency in CMS platforms (Drupal or similar) to maintain website presence
Proficiency in digital productivity and remote collaboration tools (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom)
Proficiency in data analysis
Working knowledge of video editing tools like Adobe Premiere or CapCut to produce basic social media-first video clips
Working knowledge of Associated Press style and journalistic standards
Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to prioritize and delegate tasks, follow them through to completion, and manage multiple workflows
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with staff, media, podcast listeners, Club guests, and the public
Stay positive and adaptable as priorities shift for live events and weekly show content

Preferred:

Experience with PR and media outreach
Experience in event design and implementation
Experience running communications at a nonprofit and/or climate-focused organization

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time exempt position with a salary range of $75,000 to $85,000. The Commonwealth Club of California offers health, dental and vision coverage as well as life and AD&D insurance for employees. Other benefits include a generous holiday and time off policy, and membership to the YMCA of San Francisco.

This is a hybrid position, with two days a week in the office required, in addition to occasional in-person meetings and evening events.

Process and Timeline

Please email a cover letter and resume to jenny@climateone.org with the subject line “Communications Manager - [your name]” and include your name in any attachments. The cover letter will be carefully considered as part of the screening process; please convey any narrative details around your career journey that aren’t conveyed in your resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The position will be open until filled.

Candidates who meet qualifications will go through an initial phone screen. Those selected to advance will be asked to complete a short written assignment and will be invited to a one-hour virtual interview with the Climate One team. Finalists will be asked to meet in person with Climate One leadership and other personnel at the Commonwealth Club office in San Francisco.

Inclusion and respect are core values of Climate One from The Commonwealth Club. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a small team that enjoys working together and is treated fairly. We welcome applications from individuals of color, LGBTQ, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people.

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