Are You a Storyteller for Change?

Does it sound exciting to work for Northern Lights, leading the charge in sparking CCS enthusiasm across Europe?

We are seeking a skilled Communication Advisor to steer our communication priorities and enhance our brand presence. From strategic media support to crisis management coordination, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our reputation and ensuring effective communication across all channels.

If you are driven by a passion for innovation and eager to make a tangible impact, we invite you to join us in making a difference in the emerging CCS business in Norway and Europe!

This position is located in Stavanger.

Where you fit in

You are fueled by curiosity and passion about pioneering climate solutions, and you thrive in fast-paced, ever-changing environments where you can leave your mark. The thought of collaborating with a team at the forefront of innovating and commercializing the CCS industry across Norway and Europe excites you, knowing your contributions will play an important role in shaping the future of sustainable energy.

You will play an important role in contributing to the success of Northern Lights by embodying our core values Innovative, Dedicated, Reliable, and Open.

What Northern Lights can offer

Northern Lights is at the forefront of pioneering the world's first open-source CO2 transport and storage network. Collaborating with industrial emitters across Europe, this presents a truly exciting opportunity to be part of something unique. Joining Northern Lights also means joining a team of committed experienced and dedicated colleagues in a positive and inclusive work environment.

Our modern offices in Byfjordparken, a vibrant workspace situated close to the city Center of Stavanger, by the fjord. At Byfjordparken, one can easily walk, cycle, or take the bus. Byfjordparken is complemented by amenities such as subsidized lunch in our canteen 'De 3 stuer'.

We understand the importance of work-life balance, offering the flexibility to partially work from home. Additionally, we provide a competitive salary package, along with comprehensive pension and insurance schemes.

Your role

As our Communications Advisor, you'll oversee the implementation and execution of communication strategies, covering media relations, crisis management, content development, branding, and external activities - all geared towards driving benefit realization.

Some of your tasks;

• Provide functional support and advice on strategic media issues to the management team.
• Create communication strategies and plans, holding statements, development of storyline and key messages and relevant Q&A’s.
• Responsibility for content and running the company website and other channels.
• Handling visits and other external engagements as part of benefit realization.
• Manage and maintain visual branding material and content.
• Provide emergency response/crisis management coordination and support.
• Proactively build company reputation in the media to achieve fair and balanced coverage.

What we need from you?

The Northern Lights team operates with a "one team" and a strong new business mentality with support from shareholders both directly and through various Service Agreements. You will need to be willing and able to challenge conventional thinking and approaches to arrive at innovative, fit for purpose and effective business outcomes.

More specifically you are

• External oriented
• Pro-active self-starter with initiative and drive to get things done
• Curiosity and passion towards new emerging CO2 technologies
• Analytical and strategic thinking
• High level of personal integrity and ethical awareness

While we do not anticipate every requirement to be met, possessing experience in energy, climate, or sustainability, as well as demonstrating resilience in navigating uncertainty and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels, would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• University degree within relevant field
• Experience from media relations, communication and/or crisis management
• Proven ability to write and articulate well in English
• Crisis Management and Emergency response experience.

Flexibility for occasional travel to fulfil job duties is required from time to time.