Vacancy: Marine senior policy officer at the Danish Society for Nature Conservation

CCB • March 26, 2019

The Danish Society for Nature Conservation wish to employ a skilled senior policy officer experienced in international marine policy and management

Over the course of the coming three years, the Danish Society for Nature Conservation, funded by the VE-LUX Foundation, will be intensifying its focus on the marine environment, both politically and publicly. Po-litically, through active influencing and communication of the marine environmental policy and the role played by the Danish government in EU legislative work, as well as in convention work within HELCOM and OSPAR. Publicly, by communicating knowledge and understanding of the enormous significance of marine ecosystems as habitats for countless numbers of species and of immense importance for the wellbeing and livelihood of humans.

We are therefore looking for two skilled, new colleagues with the aim, ambition, engagement and compe-tence to help us get marine environment and policy higher on the agenda of politicians and civil society alike.

As senior policy officer, you will be part of a project team of 5 people who will develop the project in order to reach out as far as possible, through all available platforms and via all channels to both decision makers and the wider public. The aim is to influence as many and as much as possible in order to improve the ma-rine environment. This project will be your main focus, but you can also get involved in the existing marine work of our department, such as aquaculture, marine planning and raw material extraction, insofar as it benefits the main project.

Your tasks
As senior policy officer, you will be responsible for preparing and participating in relevant international meetings and working groups under EU and regional Conventions. This will happen in close cooperation with our NGO partners in Coalition Clean Baltic (CCB), Seas at Risk (SAR) and European Environmental Bu-reau (EEB), concerning issues of mutual interest with regard to marine environment.

You will work with political lobbying both in Denmark and on the level of EU and regional Conventions You will be cooperating with DN NGO partners from CCB, EEB and SAR in the auspices of EU, HELCOM and OSPAR You will attend relevant working groups in CCB, EEB, SAR, EU, HELCOM and OSPAR You will have extensive contacts to decision makers and officials in Denmark as well as in international fora You will, as a consequence, be doing a fair amount of travelling.

About you
You have a relevant background in natural sciences
You have 5-10 years of experience in international management of marine environment / fisheries issues – preferably in EU or regional Conventions You speak and write English fluently – skills in Nordic languages would be useful as well
You have knowledge of relevant EU regulations, policies and directives related to marine issues
You have experience working with lobbying
You have intuition for the agendas of other stakeholders and you know how to use it
You have insight and preferably experience in the work of a democratic NGO
You are good at cooperating, you work targeted and you ensure progress You can create and maintain an overview You are an environmentally engaged, positive and helpful colleague

About us
In the Danish Society for Nature Conservation – Danmarks Naturfredningsforening – we work for a diverse nature, a healthy environment and a sustainable future. We want a strong brand, to set agendas and to have a marked political influence. You will be part of our Nature and Environment department, along with 25 engaged and skilled colleagues with very diverse backgrounds, reflecting the width of our field of work. Through lobbying and casework on local, regional and national scales, as well as international cooperation, we make a difference and improve both nature and environment.

Information and application
Your work base will be at our office at Masnedøgade 20, 2100 Copenhagen Ø. The position is a 3-year project employment (until 2022).
Extension is a possibility, but not guaranteed.
Work hours are 37 hours weekly with salary and terms according to our house agreement at the Danish Society for Nature Conservation.

Any questions related to the job content should be directed to Henning Mørk Jørgensen hmj@dn.dk / +45 3119 3235 or Therese Nissen tgdn@dn.dk / +45 3119 3231. Questions related to salary and terms, to the head of department, Morten Pedersen morten@dn.dk / +45 3119 3217.

Please send your application including CV to Therese Nissen (tgdn@dn.dk), no later than April 12, at 12.00.
Job interviews are anticipated in week 17.

Job vacancy: Marine Policy Officer (parental leave cover)

By CCB • February 24, 2026
Coalition Clean Baltic – CCB is a politically independent network, uniting 28 environmental non-profit organizations, as well as partners and experts from 11 countries surrounding the Baltic Sea. The main goal of CCB is to promote the protection and improvement of the environment and natural resources of the Baltic Sea region by encouraging new and constructive approaches and engaging people to become part of the solution instead of part of the problem. CCB Secretariat is based in Uppsala, Sweden. About the Role Coalition Clean Baltic (CCB) is seeking a Marine Policy Officer (parental leave cover) to join its International Secretariat and contribute substantively to regional and EU-level marine advocacy, with a particular focus on the Baltic Sea. The Marine Policy Officer will support the implementation of EU and international marine environmental policy frameworks — notably the EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD), the EU Maritime Spatial Planning Directive (MSPD) and the HELCOM Baltic Sea Action Plan (BSAP) . All work is grounded in the promotion of ecosystem-based management. The role includes close collaboration with the rest of the Secretariat team as well as CCB member organisations to deliver policy initiatives, advocacy actions, and strategic programme objectives. The Marine Policy Officer will also support the International Secretariat in fundraising, with a focus on the EU LIFE operational grant application. Key Responsibilities Policy & Advocacy Support the implementation of CCB’s strategic plan on marine biodiversity policy. Contribute to marine policy advocacy at EU and at Baltic Sea regional levels (e.g. HELCOM, EU Commission expert groups). Provide input to the implementation and revision of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive. Collect evidence and views to provide NGO inputs to the forthcoming EU Ocean Act and related initiatives. Support the implementation of the Helsinki Convention and Baltic Sea Action Plan. Engage in the revision processes related to the Marine Spatial Planning Directive (MSPD). Programme & Grant Delivery Provide critical support in fundraising, i.e. project proposal development, especially for securing core grant funding (e.g. for the EU LIFE Programme and potentially Horizon programme). Contribute to CCB´s project management, implementation and reporting activities for various projects. Coordination & Monitoring Closely coordinate marine biodiversity policy work with CCB member organisations. Monitor global, EU, and regional marine policy developments. Liaise with partner NGOs and civil society organisations. Communications & Policy Products Draft position papers, policy briefings, consultation inputs and technical reports on relevant files. Support communications and outreach on marine policy issues. Help organise workshops, conferences, and stakeholder events. Represent CCB in policy dialogues, expert groups, and stakeholder forums at the EU and Baltic Sea level. Cross-organisational Support within the Secretariat and its members Contribute to other CCB thematic working areas as required. Profile We are seeking a policy professional who is: Solutions-oriented and adaptable Experienced in advocacy or campaigning Collaborative and team-driven Passionate about marine conservation Organised, diplomatic, and stakeholder-confident Required Qualifications & Experience Demonstrable professional experience in marine or environmental policy. Working knowledge of key EU frameworks, particularly the EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD). Knowledge of Helcom BSAP is an asset. Postgraduate qualification in marine science, ecology, conservation, water management, or related discipline with substantial marine focus. Eligibility to work and travel within the EU (citizenship or valid permit) with residency in Sweden. Excellent written and spoken English. CCB also welcomes applicants from broader environmental policy/law backgrounds who can demonstrate relevant knowledge. Desirable Skills Experience within the NGO or civil society sector preferred. Advocacy or campaigning experience within the EU, the Baltic Sea or international environmental policy processes. Working knowledge of a Baltic Sea region language (e.g. Swedish, Danish, Finnish, German, Polish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Estonian).

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By CCB • February 19, 2026
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