Public Relations and Communication Advisor

Euractiv; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Challenging work environment

Autonomy and teamwork

Diverse stakeholder engagement

Résumé du poste

An international association in Brussels is seeking a Public Relations and Communication Advisor to contribute to advocacy efforts and manage communications in the agri-food sector. This role involves drafting materials, managing social media, and liaising with members across Europe. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree, has 3 years of relevant experience, and is fluent in English and at least two other European languages. The position offers a challenging environment focused on vital global issues like agriculture and climate change.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ work experience in Brussels in a similar position.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and with team members.

Responsabilités

• Contribute to advocacy positions and public relations activities.
• Draft, edit, and design communication materials.
• Manage social media accounts and website.

Connaissances

Managing EU public affairs

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Social media savvy

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Formation

Master’s degree in Political Science or EU Affairs

Outils

Office Management software

Canva

Description du poste

Public Relations and Communication Advisor – CIBE- International Confederation of European Beet Growers

International Agri-food Sector Brussels

Job description and responsibilities

Working for an international Association well established in the agriculture sector and based in Brussels, and working on building a sustainable agriculture in a very challenging evolving EU and global context, under the supervision and coordination of the Director, the Communication and Policy Advisor will:

• Contribute to the advocacy positions and public relations activities towards EU institutions, policymakers, industry, other advocacy communities and media and maintain relationships with the members
• Draft, edit and design communication materials
• Manage the communication activities, including the definition of communication objectives and tools, manage the social media accounts, as well as the website
• Collect information and manage the Association databases (contacts, statistics etc.) as well as internal distribution lists for internal documents and external distribution lists
• Manage the organisation of internal and external events, online or in-person, in Brussels or abroad
• Holds regular contacts and liaise with members from all over Europe and support them in their requests to the Association
• Support and conduct all necessary tasks required or assigned by the Director of the Association

Areas of expertise

• Experience in managing EU public affairs, communication and stakeholder engagement
• Knowledge of EU decision making process and EU regulatory affairs
• Analytical and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Social media and digital savvy
• Knowledge in agri-food appreciated
• Ability to work both independently and closely with all members
• Master’s degree in, Political Science, EU Affairs, communication or other Degrees relevant to this position
• 3 years’ work experience in Brussels, in a similar position within a company or an association
• Experience and Proficiency in Office Management and other software (e.g. Canva) desired
• Fluent written/spoken English, excellent in at least two other European languages (French, German)
• Team oriented, independent, flexible and very well-organised
• Good relational skills and sense of diplomacy
• Residency in Belgium (and valid permit to work in Belgium)

In return we offer:

• A challenging work in an international environment, rich in human relations rooted in farming
• A challenging role in an organisation recognised in Brussels and internationally, working on one of the most pressing topics of our time – agriculture, food, climate change and environment
• Autonomy and small teamwork
• The chance to work with a diverse range of stakeholders from across the value chain gain technical expertise this field

Only candidates matching the minimum profile will be considered and contacted