GSCC | Digital and Operations Assistant, Zero Carbon Analytics (Parental leave cover ~ 4 months)

This position is with the Global Strategic Communications Council (GSCC), a global network of communications professionals in the field of climate, energy and nature. GSCC is a programme hosted by the Meliore Foundation.

We're looking for an innovative and well-organised Digital and Operations Assistant to join us on a fixed-term basis to cover parental leave.

You’ll be joining Zero Carbon Analytics (ZCA), a research team working in collaboration with GSCC to hasten the transition to net zero. You will work as part of ZCA’s Content Team to support the distribution and promotion of the team’s research, in alignment with strategic communications priorities, as well as support day-to-day operations. The role will report to ZCA’s Editor and Audience Lead.

Please note that this is a fixed-term contract commencing 17 August 2026 and ending 18 December 2026.

If this sounds like you, we'd love for you to apply.

Application Deadline July 14, 2026 Department Thematic Teams Employment Type Fixed Term Contract Location Remote / Flexible (+/- 4hrs CET)Workplace type Fully remote

How you'll contribute

Support digital content creation and scheduling
Work with editorial and research colleagues to create engaging content tailored to different social media platforms (primarily LinkedIn)
Upload briefings to the website (WordPress), including formatting, selecting images, inputting SEO metadata, etc.
Format and send regular research newsletters (Hubspot)
Ensure brand consistency in tone, messaging, and visual aesthetics.
Digital analytics & reporting
Track social media and website analytics using SM platform metrics, Google Analytics and Google Search Console
Track media coverage of ZCA research using Brandwatch
Recording metrics in tracking templates, flagging any trends or insights
Operations
Provide operational and project management support, working closely with the Production Manager and Research Director, especially during the COP period
Maintain databases of research outputs and project management platforms to ensure correct documentation of project data
Support with monitoring, evaluation and impact tracking

Our ideal candidate has

Experience in social media management, content creation, or digital marketing, with the ability to produce content to brand guidelines.
Proficiency in website CMS, ideally WordPress.
Knowledge of web and social media platform analytics, including Google Analytics.
Familiarity with mass mailing systems, such as HubSpot, and GDPR.
Ability to work with project management systems for remote/digital teams, such as Trello.
Experience with media monitoring and analysis tools would be a plus, such as Brandwatch or Magnet, as would experience in media-focused environments, PR, or similar.
Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently. Excellent attention to detail.
The versatility, adaptability and communication skills necessary to flourish in a fast-paced and wide-ranging work environment and work across time zones using tools such as Slack and Google Workspace.
Fluency in written and spoken English, our working language; additional languages are an asset.
Some overlap in working hours with the EU/UK working day. Please note that this role may require some work outside local working hours, notably during the COP31 period.
A genuine interest in and passion for addressing climate change.
The disposition to work generously with colleagues in a high-trust global community of peers.
The versatile and adaptable skills necessary to flourish in a fast-paced and wide-ranging work environment and work across time zones using tools such as Zoom, Slack and email (Google Workspace).
A commitment to an inclusive and empowering approach to facing climate change.

Why join us?

Be part of a remote-first, international network of professionals working on climate, energy and nature. We offer coworking access in some locations.
Work with a bunch of dynamic, culturally diverse individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work.
Enjoy regular opportunities to connect and collaborate with colleagues around the world.
A full-time contract for 4 months. Only candidates with the right to work in their location will be considered.

About Zero Carbon Analytics

Zero Carbon Analytics (ZCA) is an international research group providing insights and analysis about climate change and the energy transition. Our researchers and analysts specialise in understanding and synthesising the developments in energy systems, nature, land use, climate science, just transitions and other important topics in the climate debate.

We are committed to producing impactful research and analysis to drive climate action. Our research informs and supports the work of journalists, policymakers, advocacy organisations, investors and businesses.

Application Deadline July 14, 2026 Department Thematic Teams Employment Type Fixed Term Contract Location Remote / Flexible (+/- 4hrs CET)Workplace type Fully remote