Communications Specialist, Multimedia Design

Communications Specialist, Multimedia Design (East Asia-based, Remote, Full-time) The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) is seeking a Communications Specialist to join our dynamic team in Asia to create high-quality, engaging, and interactive content that supports our research and communications work. The Specialist will be a creative and analytical professional with strong design capabilities and a solid understanding of digital marketing and audience engagement. They will have a proven ability to translate complex technical and financial data into clear, visually compelling, and platform-optimized content that supports IEEFA’s research, communications, and impact. They will work closely with research analysts and communications professionals to ensure insights are presented in a clear, accessible, and impactful way across reports, presentations, media, and digital channels. We are looking for a self-motivated, multitasker, and who can work independently without continuous supervision. Working as part of a remote team in Asia, the ideal candidate will be expected to be able to communicate effectively with other members of the team over a variety of mediums (Zoom, G-suite, Click Up, etc.), be comfortable with raising issues or questions along the way, and provide insights into your work. The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) is a global NGO/non-profit think tank that produces a significant volume of original independent public interest research and analysis on issues related to sustainable energy markets, trends, regulations, and policies. Our mission, major research reports, daily commentaries, press coverage and other resources can be found on our website: www.ieefa.org Roles and Responsibilities Develop high-quality graphical elements, including charts, graphs, and infographics, optimized for reports, presentations, and digital platforms such as IEEFA’s website, newsletters, and social media channels Collaborate with IEEFA analysts and communications team to identify key insights from research and turn them into clear, engaging visual stories Format and visually enhance reports, presentations, and other organizational documents, ensuring consistency with brand and style guidelines Manage the design, layout, and distribution of email newsletters using HubSpot and Canva with attention to audience engagement and performance Optimize and enhance the Asia section of the IEEFA website by creating and updating reports and related content, and by developing engaging elements such as story scrolling, interactive visuals, and other user-focused features Produce and edit short-form videos as needed to support digital storytelling Update collaborative workflow platforms to keep track of project progress Contribute to organizational impact reporting, including the creation of clear and compelling visuals that demonstrate reach, influence, and outcomes Contribute to global and regional communications initiatives and projects as required Maintain high standards of clarity, accessibility, and consistency across all visual materials Commitment to IEEFA’s mission to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable, diverse and profitable energy economy Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications A bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in data visualization, graphic design, information design, data science, journalism, economics, or a related field 4 to 7 years of demonstrated professional experience producing high-quality graphical visualizations for reports, digital platforms, or public-facing communications A visual portfolio demonstrating experience in translating complex data into clear, compelling, and well-designed visualizations across a range of formats Ability to explain visual design decisions clearly to non-design audiences Strong understanding of project management, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities and deadlines Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud is essential; experience with video production is strongly preferred Experience in programming tools such as Python and Java, and design platforms including Flourish and Canva Commitment to IEEFA’s mission to accelerate the transition to a diverse, sustainable, and profitable economy Preferred Qualifications Strong interest in current affairs, particularly in the energy and finance sectors Experience working for a research organisation or advocacy organisation Compensation and Benefits Full-time 12-month fixed-term employment contract with the option of extension by mutual agreement and a market competitive remuneration. Pay rates are also based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Work Schedule Full-time, 5 days/week with occasional evening or weekend work as required. Travel Some travel is required. All global team members attend IEEFA’s annual conference and regional team retreat. Physical Demand and Work Environment. Must be able to work for prolonged periods at a computer. Computer work can involve repetitive motion, eyestrain, back, and neck strain. EOE Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at IEEFA. All members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing all team members with a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy/parental status or disability status. Reasonable Accommodation Statement IEEFA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources at +61 422 859 321. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis. To Apply Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please be sure to add [email protected] to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.