Location: Remote (Eastern Time Zone), United States
The Agroecology Fund (AEF) is seeking a Communications Specialist (Content Writer and Editor) to lead the development of compelling editorial content that amplifies the voices of grassroots movements, Indigenous Peoples, food producers, and agroecology practitioners. The position takes end-to-end ownership of AEF's writing needs from story identification through drafting, editing, publication, and dissemination.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage AEF's annual editorial calendar aligned with organizational priorities and key global moments (Climate Week, COP, etc.)
- Research, write, and edit high-quality storytelling and strategic communications products including feature stories, blogs, newsletters, briefs, press materials, and the annual report
- Serve as lead writer/editor for high-profile donor products, maintaining AEF's editorial style guides and inclusive, movement-centered editorial voice
- Coordinate multilingual communications workflows across English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese
- Commission and manage external freelance writers, editors, copy editors, and translators
- Conduct interviews with grantees, partners, donors, and stakeholders
- Coordinate publication and strategic dissemination of editorial content across AEF's communications channels
- Produce or refine communications materials under tight deadlines in response to emerging priorities
Essential Qualifications:
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Communications, Journalism, English, International Development, or related field
- Minimum 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in writing, editing, journalism, publishing, or communications for international development
- Experience producing annual reports and repackaging complex technical findings for non-technical audiences
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Familiarity with climate change, food systems transformation, and agroecology
- Bilingual Spanish and English (desirable)
Compensation: $75,000–$80,000/year with full benefits package. Full-time, remote position (Eastern Time Zone). Approximate start date: September 2026.
Closing date: August 31, 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
Fill in the application form and upload your CV, cover letter, writing samples and portfolio at https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019f6d12f7ff7995b7edfe52937a0b61. In the cover letter, include examples of writing experiences (annual reports, policy briefs, case studies, blogs, etc.) and experience coordinating multi-author publications. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.