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GO!PHA: Community and Communications Leader
GO! PHA is a member-driven, non-profit initiative to promoting microplastics free biodegradable and compostable materials such as PolyHydroxyAlkanoate (PHA) biopolymers. With our increasing scope and reach, GO!PHA seeks an additional team member inthe United States with a strong inclination to work in an area of resilience that can bring a lasting and step change.
The position will be part time and on a contract basis in the beginning, becoming full time depending on the candidate and the type of responsibility the person takes on as partof the position.
Activities:
The Community and Communications Leader will be a GO!PHA team member with the primary responsibility of building, nurturing, and managing relationships between GO!PHA and our community which includes members, external stakeholders and service providers - online and offline, and internal and external. This role combines elements of community management, communications, and public relations to foster engagement, enhance brand reputation, and ensure effective two-way communication with key audiences.
Primary Responsibilities include:
·Develop and implement communication strategies and campaigns to engage the global community.
·Serve as the primary point of contact for community members, addressing feedback, questions, and concerns in a timely and professional manner
·Create, curate, and manage engaging content across various channels, including social media, newsletters, forums, and events
·Moderate discussions and facilitate meaningful interactions to maintain a positive and inclusive environment
·Monitor, analyze, and report on community engagement metrics to measure the effectiveness of communication efforts and inform future strategies
·Collaborate internally with management, other team members, service providers and (strategic) partners to ensure consistent messaging and address community needs
·Organize and participate in events, both virtual and in-person, to boost community engagement and brand awareness
·Stay updated on digital trends and best practices in community management and communications
·Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and influencers within the community
·Respond to and manage reputational risks, including addressing negative feedback or incidents as needed.
·Assist the Policy and Advocacy team with periodic review of the policy and legislative databases and similar in materials, recycling, composting and waste management worldwide including but not necessarily the United States, Canada, The European Union, China, and help create messages for social media and to disseminate to members and stake holders.
Skills, Qualifications, and other requirements:
·Proven experience in community management, communications including social media - LinkedIn, Instagram, others.
·Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
·Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster relationships and moderate discussions
·Experience with social media management tools and content creation
·Analytical skills to interpret engagement metrics and adjust strategies accordingly
·Ability to multitask, manage projects, and work collaboratively across departments
·Bachelor's degree in communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
·Creative and proactive approach to problem-solving and engagement
·Friendly, outgoing, and people-oriented personality
·Knowledge of SEO, digital marketing, and web analytics
·Experience in launching community initiatives or managing ambassador programs
Conditions and benefits
Start date: As soon as Possible
Location: Denver, Colorado, USA. Remote work may be acceptable depending on candidate credentials.
Effort: Part time as a consultant and going to full time, depends a lot on the candidate.If you are already employed and are not seeking another employment opportunity elsewhere, please do not apply.
Your profile
We are happy to consider a variety of backgrounds and profiles, including: Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
Applications
To apply, please send your curriculum vitae and/or resume along with a motivation/cover letter to: ...@gopha.org to the attention of Anindya Mukherjee.
About GO!PHA
GO! PHA is a member-driven, non-profit initiative to promote the use of biodegradable and compostable materials such as PolyHydroxyAlkanoate (PHA) biopolymers.
Renewable, biodegradable, and compostable materials provide a unique opportunity to reduce greenhouse gases and environmental plastic pollution while establishing circularity in materials used by offering sustainable, functional, and natural materials that are renewable and offer diverse end-of-life options.
GO! PHA provides a knowledge-sharing platform, organizes experiences, and facilitates joint development initiatives with these natural, unique, and innovative materials. Join our cause and be a part of the movement towards a better and more sustainable future!
About PHA [[1]][[2]][[3]][[4]]
Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) biopolymers are a class of natural materials that have existed for over 2 billion years. Like other natural materials such as wood, cellulose, proteins, and starch, PHA are produced in nature and this natural process (fermentation) is being used to produce them commercially.
Being a natural material, PHA are benign to living beings and are marine, freshwater and soil biodegradable. PHA are thermoplastic in nature having the attributes of 7 of the top selling fossil plastics in the world.PHA are being used in many applications to successfully replace fossil plastics [5].PHA can be recycled for reuse, they are home and industrially compostable, and if they were to leak, they biodegrade in the marine environment, freshwater, and soil. Therefore, PHA does not create microplastics and in some countries they are even being used as animal feed.
GO! PHA is a UNEP-accredited organization
[1] Koller, Martin & Mukherjee, Anindya. (2020). Polyhydroxyalkanoates – Linking Properties, Applications and End-of-life Options. Chemical & biochemical engineering quarterly.
[2] Mukherjee, Anindya & Koller, Martin. (2022). Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Biopolyesters - Emerging and Major Products of Industrial Biotechnology. The EuroBiotech Journal.
[3] Koller, Martin & Mukherjee, Anindya. (2023). Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Bio-polyesters – Circular Materials for Sustainable Development and Growth. Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Quarterly.
[4] Koller, M., Mukherjee, A., Obruca, S., Zinn, M. (2022). Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA): Microbial Synthesis of Natural Polyesters. In: Rehm, B.H.A., Wibowo, D. (eds) Microbial Production of High-Value Products. Microbiology Monographs, vol 37. Springer, Cham.
[5] Koller, Martin & Mukherjee, Anindya. (2022). A New Wave of Industrialization of PHA Biopolyesters. Bioengineering.

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