Join The Great Bubble Barrier in the fight against plastic pollution by driving impactful public relations and communication initiatives.

As our PR & Communications Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our external messaging, strengthening media relationships, and amplifying our brand’s presence. You’ll drive media outreach, digital marketing, and communication efforts to engage key stakeholders—including governments, corporations, and the public—while promoting our mission to tackle plastic pollution.

Collaborating closely with our Marketing & Communications Director, your work will elevate awareness of The Great Bubble Barrier’s impact and contribute to global conversations on sustainability. Additionally, you’ll help showcase pioneering governments and corporations that partner with us, giving them a platform to inspire change. Through strategic collaborations with international platforms such as the World Economic Forum, BBC, and CNN, as well as national outlets like NRC and NOS, we have already reached millions worldwide.

We’re looking for a dynamic and passionate communicator with a talent for crafting compelling stories that drive action. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact on the environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities 

Public Relations & Media Outreach

• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Director to develop a PR strategy to increase The Great Bubble Barrier’s media presence and public awareness
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, influencers and media outlets locally and internationally
• Manage press inquiries, draft press releases, create press briefings and coordinate media interviews
• Organise press events and media coverage for major milestones, including Bubble Barrier launches and key announcements
• Monitor media coverage and report on the effectiveness of the PR strategy

Digital Marketing & Social Media

• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Director to develop a digital marketing strategy to increase brand awareness and gather new business leads
• Oversee The Great Bubble Barrier’s social media channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok & Bluesky)
• Create social media content that engages our followers and grows our reach, using strong visuals matching our brand guidelines
• Manage email marketing campaigns and newsletters to maintain audience engagement
• Track and analyse our digital marketing performance

Website Management

• Maintain and update The Great Bubble Barrier’s website to ensure it is informative, engaging, and optimised for SEO
• Write and edit compelling website content, blog posts, and articles that align with The Great Bubble Barrier’s mission

Communication Materials

• Create high-quality communication materials, including brochures, reports, and presentations, to support our project and sales teams
• Develop storytelling content highlighting The Great Bubble Barrier’s projects, impact, and mission
• Support the promotion of The Great Bubble Barrier at events by providing the sales team with event-specific marketing and communication materials
• Ensure brand consistency across all internal and external communication channels

Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience working in PR, communications, or digital marketing, preferably in an environmental, social enterprise or nonprofit setting.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities
• Language Proficiency: Working proficiency in English and Dutch
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with digital marketing tools and analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, email marketing software, social media management tools). Experience with graphic design software (Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva) is beneficial.
• Mission Alignment: Genuine interest in ocean health, sustainability and preventing plastic pollution

Role Requirements 

• Working Hours: 36 – 40 working hours per week
• Location: Office-based with flexibility for remote work
• Travel: National and international travel may be required on occasion
• Permit: Based in the Netherlands with an EU working permit

What we offer

• Salary: 3.000 to 4,000 EUR gross for 40 hours/week, plus holiday allowance of 8%  
• Leave: 20 holidays + 5 company closing days (based on 40 hours/week)  
• Additional benefits: 
  • Transport compensation (public transport)  
  • Flexible work hours/working remotely possible  
  • Room for your ideas/creativity  
  • Free lunch, social drinks, and team events  

How to apply

Would this position suit you? Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter using this form. Submitting a creative portfolio or writing samples would be beneficial but its not a requirement.

Have a question? Send us an email at hr@thegreatbubblebarrier.com or visit our website www.thegreatbubblebarrier.com 

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The Great Bubble Barrier is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity, regardless of sex, marital status, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other characteristics unrelated to the performance of the job. Selection will be in accordance with objective, job-related criteria, and the appointment will be based on the applicant’s merits and abilities.