Chief Communications Officer (m/w/d) - 100 % Ehrenamt - 100 % Remote

The Bundesverbraucherhilfe e.V. is the independent voice of consumers in Germany – strong in stance, clear in impact and consistent in its pursuit of transparency, fairness and enlightenment. We advocate for a modern, just and sustainable consumer landscape – with the goal of rethinking responsibility in business and society.

As a shaping force in German consumer protection, we develop structures, build trust and promote lasting change for the common good. Our communication combines strategic clarity with social responsibility and gives weight to consumer-relevant topics in public, economy and politics.

Who joins our team strengthens the voice of consumers and shapes the future of consumer protection actively. As Chief Communications Officer (m/w/d), you contribute to strengthening the position of the Bundesverbraucherhilfe e.V., making messages visible and filling our mission with life – for consumers, society and the future.

Important: This position is volunteer and not subject to social insurance contributions. It offers you the opportunity to take on responsibility as Bereichsleitung Kommunikation, set impulses and actively shape the communication architecture of an organization with nationwide significance.

Aufgaben

As Chief Communications Officer (m/w/d), you are responsible for the entire external communication of the Bundesverbraucherhilfe e.V.:

• Development of a strategic communications line for all channels (press, website, social media, events)
• BUILDING OF media contacts and maintenance of a network to journalists, editorial offices, multipliers and partners
• Writing and editing of press releases, statements, guest articles and position papers
• Counseling the Board on communicative positioning and development of core messages
• Ensuring consistent brand and image language
• Development of a communications strategy (general members, economic units)
• Support in setting up an editorial system (e.g. for newsletters, reports, website contents)

Qualifikation

What you should bring:

• A completed degree in the field of communication, journalism, media management or political science
• Multiple years of experience in press and public relations work, ideally in a union, NGO or company
• Exceptional language skills, text security and the ability to communicate complex content precisely and media-relevantly
• Experience in dealing with journalists and crisis communication
• Strategic thinking, organizational skills and a good sense of public impact
• Readiness to take on structural and conceptual responsibilities in a team with high self-responsibility

Benefits

You can look forward to:

• Shaping the communication architecture of a nationwide organization with strategic leadership function in consumer protection
• The opportunity to professionally shape the public appearance of the Bundesverbraucherhilfe e.V.
• Collaboration on eye level with the Board and strategic management units
• Flexible working hours in home office and full content-related self-responsibility
• Access to a high-caliber social and political network
• A visible role with impact – in service of an idea that rethinks responsibility
• Qualified activity certificate / reference letter – with description of your tasks, responsibilities and results
• An honorary position that not only opens up professional perspectives but also gives you responsibility and recognition as part of a officially registered lobby organization in the Bundestag – as part of a democratic association.
• Perspective on a future employment at one of our subsidiary companies if suitable and needed, as these are primarily staffed from among the engaged honorary employees.

If you see communication as the key to change, then we look forward to your application. Please send us a brief motivation letter showing why you want to join the BVH.

In volunteer work, there is the power to move things – and you decide which direction. Bring your energy, ideas and passion for communication. Together, let's shape impact.

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