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.

Petition launched to stop new oil and gas drilling in the Baltic Sea

By CCB • October 3, 2025
3 October 2025 - Coalition Clean Baltic, together with its Member Organization BUND - Friends of the Earth Germany and the citizens’ initiative “ Lebensraum Vorpommern ”, have launched a petition to stop new oil and gas drilling projects in the Baltic Sea . The petition comes in response to plans to exploit a deposit just 6 km offshore Świnoujście , Poland, in the transboundary waters of the Oder Estuary and Pomeranian Bay. The planned site lies at the heart of NATURA 2000 protected areas , which are vital for biodiversity, climate action, and local communities. Oil and gas extraction in the Baltic Sea poses severe threats to its fragile ecosystems. Industrial activities such as drilling, pipeline construction, and ship traffic risk polluting the water with chemicals, oil leaks, and toxic waste. Underwater noise from pile driving and increased traffic would further degrade marine habitats. These pressures add to the already critical challenges faced by the Baltic Sea, including biodiversity loss, eutrophication, and the accelerating impacts of climate change. The consequences extend far beyond nature. Local communities rely on a clean and healthy Baltic for tourism, fishing, and quality of life. Expanding fossil fuel infrastructure would also undermine Europe’s climate commitments and lock in carbon emissions for decades to come. The petition calls on the Ministry of Climate and Environment of Poland, the Helsinki Commission (HELCOM), the European Commission, and the Secretariat of the Espoo Convention to : Stop the plans for oil and gas extraction in the Oder Estuary and the Pomeranian Bay; Ban any new oil and gas extraction across the Baltic Sea; Ensure strong cross-border cooperation and communication amongst all involved states. The petition is open through the WeMove Europe´s platform and can be signed here .

(Closed) Job vacancy: Coalition Campaign Manager - Common Fisheries Policy

By CCB • October 1, 2025
Job Title: Coalition Campaign Manager - Common Fisheries Policy Position type : Full-time consultancy contract. Open to part-time arrangements initially if needed. Contract duration: Short-term contract until end of March 2026, with possibility of extension subject to funding availability Reports to: Steering Committee Location : Flexible(remote/home office) with regular travel. Working in Brussels is of advantage. Starting date : ASAP In close cooperation with the Steering Group of the coalition, lead, plan, coordinate, and support the campaign of an NGO network working together towards the implementation of the EU Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) and the evaluation thereof. The campaign manager's responsibility is to develop and ensure the successful and timely delivery of political advocacy and public engagement activities of the campaign, both at EU and Member State level. Job description Strategy & Planning Develop and implement short-, and long-term campaign strategies aligned with coalition objectives, in close cooperation with the Steering Group. Set clear goals, timelines, and performance indicators for the campaign and ensure timely delivery thereof. Analyse policy development, political climate, media and public opinion, and stakeholder landscapes to inform tactics. Campaign Delivery Manage day-to-day execution of the campaign activities at Brussels and Member State level. Coordinate coalition partners and ensure communication between Steering Group and coalition members, as well as relevant groups/coalitions/experts and other stakeholders outside the coalition. Advise coalition members on strategic delivery of advocacy activities at all levels, including Member State level. Join Steering Group meetings in an advisory capacity. Report back to the Steering Group on the delivery of the campaign's activities, meeting of targets and milestones, and report back on activities, budget and impact. Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, key stakeholders, and allies to support campaign aims. Analyse opportunities of engagement, advise on policy language. Organise/coordinate/prepare and support relevant activities, including events, briefings, and advocacy activities in close cooperation with coalition members. Ensure relevant knowledge management and information flow within the coalition and across partner organisations. Liaise with communication experts on message framing, strategy and timelines. Management Support CCB administrative and finance staff managing grants to coalition partners. Ensure coalition partners receive information and materials that enable them to effectively contribute to achieving campaign goals (political information, policy briefings, templates, policy language, opportunity analyses). Support fundraising efforts as needed/requested by the Steering Group. Lead on funders narrative reporting. Qualifications & Skills required The consultant must be legally authorised to provide services and work as a consultant within the EU, based in an EU Member State. Fisheries and ocean expertise (preferred), or other environmental background. Degree (or equivalent experience) in communications/campaign management, political science, resource management, fisheries, or related field. Proven track record in designing and delivering successful advocacy or public campaigns at EU or Member State levels involving a larger coalition. Strong understanding of political processes at EU level and Member State levels, media landscapes, and public engagement. Excellent project management and organisational skills. Skilled communicator and coordinator, able to craft persuasive messages and engage a larger network into a common goal within tight deadlines. Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to rapidly changing circumstances. Fluency in English is required; additional EU languages are a plus. Application Should you be interested in applying for this assignment, please send your CV (max. 2 pages) together with a personal letter (max. 1 page) before 9 October 2025 , COB, to secretariat@ccb.se Please include your consultancy rate in your application inclusive VAT (if applicable). Applications should be submitted in English. Incomplete applications (e.g. lacking either CV or personal letter) will not be considered . Any inquiries related to this assignment should be forwarded to the above email or to CCB Executive Secretary Mikhail Durkin at mikhail.durkin@ccb.se and +46 739 770 793. In the application and hiring process, CCB will not discriminate against any individual based on race, colour, sex, language, religion, national or social origin, property, disability, age, family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, economic and social situation. .