Invitation to tender: Press and public relations at PowerShift e.V.

As of 17 August 2026, we are looking for an experienced person for our press office in the amount of 25 hours per week. The post is initially limited to one year; An extension is sought.

PowerShift e.V. deals with climate, raw material, trade, investment and energy policy issues. We are preparing the way for the solidarity-ecological transformation of our society. With extensive research, we analyze political processes. We identify problems of an unjust global economic system and develop policy alternatives. Through lobbying, we encourage decision-makers in politics to set the necessary political framework conditions for change. We carry out actions and campaigns and forge strong networks with other organisations, social movements and citizens. Together we get involved.

Place and time of work: Berlin / hybrid; 25 hours per week
Start date: 17 August 2026
Remuneration: 3,000 euros gross plus child supplement if applicable
Application deadline: 31 May 2026
Interviews: in the period from 15.-17.06.2026

tasks

Your tasks include in particular:

• Strategic further development of PowerShift's press work with a clear focus on print media as well as radio and television
• Proactive approach by journalists, editors, correspondents and media houses
• Placement of PowerShift topics, studies, analyses, political demands and experts in national and regional media
• Establishment, maintenance and strategic expansion of journalist contacts and media distributors
• Creation and dispatch of press releases, press briefings, topic offers, background materials as well as audio and video statements
• Preparation and accompaniment of interviews, press discussions, background rounds and media inquiries
• Identification of current political debates and media-relevant occasions to make PowerShift visible in these debates
• Strategic use and further development of LinkedIn and Bluesky for political communication, topic placement, specialist public and media approach
• Managing other social media accounts of PowerShift (Instagram, Youtube)
• Follow-up and development of the Global Economy Compass podcast
• Coordination and coordination of publication processes in close cooperation with the specialist speakers

We wish

We are looking for an experienced person who would like to bring a small, specialized and politically profiled organization effectively into the media. You should bring:

• Several years of relevant professional experience in press relations, journalism, political communication, NGO, association or civil society communication or similar fields
• A journalistic education, a relevant degree or a comparable qualification are advantageous
• A reliable network of journalists and editors, ideally in the areas of PowerShift
• Very good sense for news values, media debates, timings and target group-oriented address
• Experience with print media as well as radio and television formats, including interview preparation, audio offerings and background discussions
• Ability to communicate complex political, economic and ecological contexts comprehensibly, acutely and correctly
• Very good knowledge of German and English
• Safe handling of LinkedIn and Bluesky as well as experience in using these channels strategically for political communication and media approach
• Enjoyment of networking, strategic thinking and independent work
• Ability to work in a team, reliability and the willingness to get involved in the working methods of a small, specialized association
• Identification with the goals of an ecological-solidarity transformation and human rights-oriented politics

We offer

• A meaningful job at a social-ecological NGO with a clear political stance
• A responsible role in the strategic press work of a professionally profiled organisation
• Independent work with a lot of creative freedom
• Insights into German, European and international civil society networks
• Collaboration with a dedicated, solidary and motivated team in flat hierarchies
• Flexible working with home office facilities and workplace in Berlin
• PowerShift unit salary: 3,000 euros gross monthly at 25 hours per week plus child benefit supplement if applicable

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. In particular, we would like to encourage people who experience discrimination in social power relations to apply. Unfortunately, our offices are currently only partially barrier-free; We like to work together on solutions.

application

Please send your application documents as a PDF document by e-mail until 31.05.2026 to: bewerbungen@power-shift.de

The documents should include:

• cover letter
• CV
• Relevant references or references

Please send your preliminary questions to: tine.laufer@power-shift.de