Consultancy Role for Digital Communications

About CPI

Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) is an organization with international expertise in finance and policy analysis. CPI has eight offices around the world. In Brazil, CPI has a partnership with the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-RIO). CPI/PUC-RIO works to improve the effectiveness of public policies and sustainable finance in Brazil through evidence-based analysis and strategic partnerships with members of the government, civil society, the private sector and financial institutions.

Position Summary

We are seeking a communications associate who will be responsible for creating engaging digital content across CPI Brazil’s social media platforms (especially Instagram and LinkedIn). This role will lead to the development of posts, short-form content, and video editing for social channels, translating CPI’s technical work into compelling and accessible formats.

You will play a key role in translating complex analysis on economics, finance, and public policy into clear, concise, and engaging content that resonates with policymakers and broader audiences. This includes developing social media narratives, adapting publications into digestible formats, and ensuring consistency in tone, voice, and visual storytelling.

The ideal candidate has a strong interest in climate policy, sustainable finance, and development, along with experience in content creation for digital platforms. They are creative, detail-oriented, and motivated to communicate impactful ideas in ways that drive engagement and amplify CPI’s influence.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Includes the following and other duties as assigned:

• Develop and create content for social media (with a focus on Instagram and LinkedIn), ensuring clarity, accessibility, and alignment with CPI’s voice and institutional positioning

• Translate complex research and policy analysis into engaging, audience-friendly formats (e.g., posts, carousels, short-form videos)
• Plan and implement digital campaigns aligned with CPI’s strategic priorities and flagship projects
• Coordinate content across outputs and initiatives, maintaining consistency with CPI’s digital editorial calendar and overall communications strategy
• Edit and produce short-form videos for social media, including basic cutting, formatting, and optimization for platform performance

• Work closely with CPI’s communications team

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field
• Proven experience in digital communications, social media management, or content creation

• Proven experience creating content for Instagram and LinkedIn, including posts, carousels, and short-form videos

• Hands-on experience with video editing for social media (e.g., Reels), including basic editing, captions, and formatting for platform performance
• Experience planning and executing digital campaigns
• Excellent writing and editing skills in Portuguese; English proficiency required
• Experience working in mission-driven organizations, public policy, or sustainability-related fields is a plus

Competencies & Personal Attributes

• Strong ability to translate complex or technical content into clear, engaging, and accessible messaging

• Creative mindset with a strong eye for visual storytelling and digital trends
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proactive and collaborative, with the ability to work across teams and programs
• Interest in climate policy, sustainable finance, and CPI’s mission and impact

Location and Compensation

CPI Brazil is hiring for one consultant, part-time communications associate position .

CPI offers competitive compensation. Compensation will be dependent on experience.

To Apply

Visit the link to apply. With your application, follow the steps:

(1) Attach a CV no longer than 2 pages

(2) Respond to the application questions, providing concise and thoughtful answers that reflect your experience.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and open until May 31.

Recruitment Process Timeline

• Application deadline: May 31
• First-round interviews: June 1–8
• Assessment phase: June 9–19
• Final decision: by June 29
• Expected start date: July 13

Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

CPI Commitment

CPI’s mission is to create economic opportunities while protecting our environment. This worldview—grounding opportunity in something more fundamental that we all share and must protect—permeates our organization, and forms the foundation of our approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

CPI’s approach to DEI mirrors our mission: within a culture that values transparency and dialogue, we strive to improve equity within our organization as well as in the communities in which we work. Internally and externally, we seek to remove inequitable barriers regardless of their origin, whether it be class, race, religion, nationality, region, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation, or physical ability. We are proactive in identifying and removing biases in our processes, seeking fairness in hiring, working conditions, and professional development.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.