Policy and Campaigns Adviser

Contract:
 12 months, part-time (40 hours per month) with potential to grow into a full-time role

Location: Remote (based in Estonia)

About Baltijos Lizdas (Nidus Balticus)

Baltijos Lizdas (Nidus Balticus) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to including communities that are often excluded from energy transition debates in the Baltic region. Our mission is to strengthen public support for the energy transition among those left out of the conversation, and to reduce the risk of backlash. In a region shaped by both EU and NATO climate and security priorities, some societal groups feel left behind. We work to ensure they can take part in the conversation on terms that reflect their needs and perspectives.

Baltijos Lizdas is part of Our Common Home (OCH) – a global network that brings those excluded from the climate movement into the conversation about protecting their environment, on their own terms. Our 10+ network organisations are active across four continents, supported by a global team providing world-class expertise in campaigns, impact measurement, research, and operations.

Our team is growing rapidly, building new partnerships, and expanding our project portfolio. While our work is rooted locally, we adhere to the highest international standards in project and financial management. To help us achieve our goals, we are looking for an experienced Policy and Campaigns Adviser to strengthen our programmes and ecosystem building activities in Estonia.

The Role

We are seeking a Policy and Campaigns Adviser to design and lead Baltijos Lizdas' campaigns, advocacy initiatives, and ecosystem engagement strategy.

The Adviser will be responsible for developing impactful campaigns, shaping advocacy strategies, and ensuring our work influences both public debates and policy discussions. This includes measuring and analysing campaign outcomes, expanding our partner ecosystem in Latvia and Estonia, and building outreach strategies to engage communities that often feel left behind – with particular attention to traditional values partners and groups critical for broadening support for the green transition.

This role will report to the Executive Director and work closely with public relations specialists, researchers, and impact evaluation experts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strategies and lead the planning and implementation of social and advocacy campaigns.
• Monitor ongoing campaign issues and policy debates to identify opportunities for action.
• Collaborate with team members at Baltijos Lizdas, the Our Common Home network, partner organisations, and external vendors to manage campaigns effectively.
• Co-develop innovative advocacy and communication approaches to reach new audiences and strengthen impact.
• Build strong relationships and networks with local partners, institutions, and organisations to support advocacy and campaign goals.
• Identify and engage new partners while strengthening existing collaborations, particularly among traditional values partners and community leaders.
• Expand the organisation's audience, strengthen its public profile, and increase recognition in policy circles.
• Amplify community voices by ensuring they are represented in broader public and policy debates.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience managing campaigns and/or advocacy initiatives.
• Proven ability in partnership-building and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong understanding of the political context in Estonia.
• Fluent in Estonian and good English.
• Russian language skills would be an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate data, outcomes, and impact.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Who Might Be a Good Fit for This Role?

We welcome applications from people with a wide range of experiences. You may have worked in one of the following areas, or in a similar role where you brought people together, organised projects, or represented your community. For example:

• Communications, public affairs, advocacy, or media relations (e.g. Communications Officer or Manager, Policy/Advocacy Lead, Press Officer).
• Foundations and private sector organisations.
• International organisations, research institutes, and think tanks.
• Political organisations (e.g. parliamentary assistants, political campaigners, councillors, campaign managers, or election volunteers).
• Local community leadership (e.g. civic associations, cultural groups, or faith-based/parish organisations).
• Regional or rural development initiatives (e.g. coordinators in farmers' unions, producer associations, cooperatives, or local development bodies).
• NGOs involved in social or cultural campaigns, advocacy, outreach, communications, or local development.
• Educators, cultural centre staff, or youth leaders active in community life.
• Journalists or media professionals familiar with local public opinion.

Even if your official title was different, if you have experience running social initiatives, advocacy efforts, or giving your community a voice, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

• Freedom and autonomy in planning your work.
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment, with exposure to leading experts in climate, defence, and economics.
• Competitive salary and flexible, remote working conditions.
• A values-driven organisational culture.
• An initial 12-month fixed-term contract, with potential for extension as the organisation grows.