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

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.



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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).

CCB´s submission to the EU Call for Evidence on the Ocean Act

By CCB • February 19, 2026
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