PR & Communications Associate

Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a global leader in sustainable, modular electronics, on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact.
At Fairphone, you will find a supportive and safe space where everyone can be themselves, collaborate openly, and have the freedom to learn and grow - because that’s how we innovate and drive change together! 
So… are you a proactive, self-motivated team player who loves taking initiative and bringing positive energy? Do you thrive in a fast-moving start-up or scale-up environment? Are you a great communicator who values collaboration and embraces different perspectives? And most importantly, do you feel a strong connection to Fairphone’s mission and values? If you're nodding along and thinking, “Yes, that’s me!”, then check out our vacancy below! 

Please know that we acknowledge that we are living in a time where the use of AI can bring many efficiencies and support. However, we want to know the real YOU. Please try to limit the use of AI tools to generate answers to the application; we value authenticity and encourage you to use your creativity! 

• Location: Amsterdam (you should have the right to work in the Netherlands) 
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Start: ASAP
• Contract duration: 7-month contract (1st month trial period) with possibility to extend
• Deadline to apply: We review applications on a rolling basis. Please apply as soon as possible. 

As a Communications Associate at Fairphone, you will be part of Fairphone’s Communications team, helping to shape how our story is told across European and international media, owned channels, and digital platforms. This is a hands-on role at the heart of our external communications, combining strong storytelling with practical, proactive execution.
You will work closely with the PR and Communications Manager who reports directly to the CEO, with the wider Marketing, Brand & Impact teams, and external agencies to support press activities, spokesperson positioning, and digital communications that strengthen Fairphone’s reputation as a leader in sustainable, modular electronics. You’ll also collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Impact, Sales, and Customer Service teams to translate complex topics, from sustainability and repairability to innovation and growth, into clear, compelling narratives.
This role suits someone who is proactive, highly organized, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving scale-up environment. You enjoy taking ownership of tasks, juggling multiple priorities, and turning ideas into action. You’re confident and independent in working with journalists, crafting sharp copy, and supporting spokespersons, while also being curious, eager to learn, and open to feedback. You’re also cautious, precise and accurate in your execution.
Success in this role means being reliable, discreet, detail-oriented, responsive and creative. You’ll know how to spot a good story, adapt tone for different audiences and channels, and ensure Fairphone’s voice is consistent, credible, and human across everything we do, while maintaining good relationships with key stakeholders.

• Key Objectives
  Support the execution of Fairphone’s PR and communications strategy across the European and US markets, with a strong focus on earned media and digital channels.
• Build and maintain fruitful relationships with journalists, editors, and media outlets.
• Draft, edit, and localize high-quality communications materials, including press releases, media pitches, Key Messaging and Q&As, spokesperson quotes and digital content.
• Assist in positioning Fairphone spokespeople by supporting interview preparation, briefing documents, and follow-ups.
• Monitor media coverage and digital performance, track results, and contribute to reporting, insights, and learnings.
• Coordinate with external PR agencies and freelancers to ensure alignment, accuracy, and timely delivery.
• Support communications around product launches, corporate announcements, impact reporting, and thought leadership.
• Ensure consistency of Fairphone’s tone of voice and messaging across channels and regions.
• Contribute ideas proactively, spot opportunities in the news cycle, and help translate Fairphone’s mission and values into relevant, engaging stories.

Your Key Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for the operational execution and day-to-day delivery of Fairphone’s external communications, visibility and public reputation. The role ensures that messaging is accurate, timely, consistent and aligned across markets, while supporting media visibility and protecting the company’s good name.
• A PR & Communications Associate at Fairphone is a story machine, accurately, proactively and creatively looking for appealing stories to keep the brand front and center.
• The position owns the preparation and coordination of press materials, media outreach and spokesperson support, and acts as a central connector between internal teams, external agencies and journalists. It safeguards messaging quality, maintains media infrastructure and trackers, and ensures communications activities are executed reliably and on schedule.
• The role is accountable for translating complex business, product and impact topics into clear external narratives, identifying potential risks early, and contributing proactively to media opportunities that strengthen Fairphone’s positioning.

• Draft and update press releases, media pitches, and spokesperson quotes,
• Review copy from agencies or internal teams and make it ready for external use,
• Update and maintain media lists and journalist contact trackers,
• Send pitches to journalists and follow up via email or phone when needed,
• Monitor incoming media requests and help coordinate responses internally,
• Track live media coverage and log results in reporting documents,
• Support interview prep by building briefing docs, Q&As, and background notes,
• Join cross-functional meetings and turn complex topics into simple messaging,
• Help prepare communications materials for product launches, announcements, or reports,
• Schedule press outreach and announcements around embargoes and launch timelines,
• Draft or edit content for owned channels when needed (LinkedIn posts, blog drafts, short statements),
• Help keep messaging documents and FAQs updated when product or impact information changes,
• Flag potential risks, sensitive topics, or journalist questions early.

• You have 3-5 years of experience in PR, communications, media relations, or digital communications, ideally in-house, at an agency, or in a scale-up / tech / sustainability environment. Consumer goods - advantage.
• You have hands-on experience working with international media outlets, including pitching stories, responding to journalist requests, and supporting interviews.
• You are comfortable writing and editing under time pressure, whether that’s a press release, media response, LinkedIn post, or internal briefing. You know how to use AI, but can hold your own weight without it.
• You have experience managing multiple small projects at once (for example: tracking media outreach while supporting a launch and updating messaging docs)
• You understand how media cycles work and can spot when a story angle is strong, weak, or not ready yet.
• You have a degree or formal training in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, International Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Equivalent practical experience is also valued - Feel free to apply if you come from a different area of expertise but want to transition into communications.

Languages

• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Dutch, German or French are strong pluses

Tools & Ways of Working

• You are comfortable working daily in macOS.
• You have hands-on experience with Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drive, Calendar, Trends, etc.)
• You have worked with project management or collaboration tools such as Basecamp, Asana, Notion, or similar
• You are comfortable working with shared messaging docs, press lists, media trackers, and content calendars

Personal Strengths

• You write clearly and fast, and don’t need heavy editing
• You notice small mistakes in text, data, or timelines
• You follow up with people without being asked
• You are comfortable asking questions early instead of fixing things late
• You stay calm when priorities change quickly or when stakes are high

• The opportunity to create an impact on the electronics industry around the world.
• A diverse work environment full of international, passionate, warm-hearted team members.
• 25 paid holidays per year (based on a full-time contract) next to the other public holidays in the Netherlands. You’ll also get a day off on your birthday! Additionally, the longer you stay, the more holidays you get! 
• Daily, healthy lunch, organic FairChain coffee, and many more tasty things.
• You will join Fairphone’s collective pension scheme, and we will contribute to building your pension.
• You will receive a MacBook, Fairbuds,  and a Fairphone as working devices.
• Hybrid working model: We are remote-friendly and also contribute up to €250 toward your home office set-up.
• Public transport allowance – we fully cover your 2nd-class commute from your home to the office
• Bike allowance – We support you with a bike purchase of up to €300, and you’ll also have a yearly repair budget of up to €100! We also cover 23 cents per km for your biking distance from home to the office (or train station) and back!
• Grow with us! We encourage you to develop at Fairphone. In addition to €500 for L&D, we’ll support your career goals with coaching (Inuka), workshops, or courses that you can join with your development budget. You will get access to Udemy with unlimited courses and trainings.
• Kitchen with beautiful views to the IJ waterfront.
• There’s a gym in the building where you can build healthy habits, stay active and have fun with your colleagues, as well as a subscription to our mental & physical well-being services (Inuka & Urban Sports) 

DEI @Fairphone

At Fairphone, we care about people, planet and you. It’s natural that we see diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as an essential part of how we work together and do business.
We support and further strengthen our inclusive work environment and culture by more formally implementing various DEI efforts to ensure all Fairphoners feel included, respected, and supported.