Communication Officer for the EU project AgroServ

AnaEE-ERIC; France; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AnaEE-ERIC, the European Research Infrastructure Consortium for Ecosystem Research, invites applications for a Communications Officer to join its international team at the Central Hub in Gif-sur-Yvette, France. The role covers content planning for LinkedIn, Bluesky and YouTube, website and newsletter management, and editorial calendar oversight.

We seek a Master’s in communication or related field, a strong portfolio, fluent English (C2), and experience with Canva, WordPress and social media

Qualifications

• Master's degree in communication, media, graphic design or equivalent experience.
• Strong graphic design skills demonstrated by portfolio (internships, academic projects, associations and freelance work count).
• Excellent organisational skills: manage several projects, contributors and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Canva, Microsoft and Affinity (or equivalent to Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent oral and written English (CEFR C2) with strong copywriting.
• Experience managing social media accounts for an organisation, association or project.
• Autonomy, curiosity and collaborative attitude in an international team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and write content for LinkedIn, Bluesky and YouTube.
• Manage project website and newsletters.
• Design print and digital materials and maintain visual identity.
• Support events and webinars, build editorial calendar.
• Monitor and report on communication performance.

Skills

Master's degree in communication

Graphic design portfolio

Organisational skills

Copywriting

Canva

Microsoft Office

Affinity

Social media management

English Proficiency C2

Autonomy and collaboration

EU projects familiarity

Basic video editing

WordPress

Education

Master Degree or equivalent in communication/graphics

Tools

Canva

Microsoft

Affinity

WordPress

Brevo

Mailchimp

Job description

Environmental science » Ecology

Organisation/Company AnaEE-ERIC Department Central Hub Research Field Agricultural sciences » Agricultural products Environmental science » Ecology Researcher Profile Other Profession Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 31 Oct 2026 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris) Country France Type of Contract Other Type of Contract Extra Information Permanent contract bound to the AgroServ project (CDI Chantier) Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 4 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe Reference Number 101058020 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? Yes

Offer Description

AnaEE-ERIC, the European Research Infrastructure Consortium for Ecosystem Research, is opening a position for a Communications Officer to join its international team at the Central Hub in Gif-sur-Yvette, France.
The successful candidate will continue and further develop the communications of AgroServ (Integrated SERVices supporting a sustainable AGROecological transition). This Horizon Europe project gives European research communities access to integrated research services that advance knowledge on agroecosystems and foster new agroecological practices.
The consortium brings together more than 70 partners across 11 research infrastructures and works closely with researchers, industry, farmers, citizens and policy makers.

The role

The Communications Officer will be responsible for the deliverables and milestones of the communications work package, in line with European Commission standards. Day-to-day, this includes planning and writing content for LinkedIn, Bluesky and YouTube, managing the project website and newsletters, designing print and digital materials, maintaining the project’s visual identity, supporting events and webinars, building the editorial calendar, and monitoring and reporting on communication performance.

Who we are looking for
We are seeking someone with strong graphic design skills shown through a portfolio, excellent organisational skills, excellent written and spoken English (C2) with strong copywriting, proficiency in Canva, Microsoft and Affinity (or equivalent to Adobe Creative Suite), and experience managing social media accounts. A Master’s degree in communication, media, graphic design or equivalent experience is expected. An interest in environmental sciences, familiarity with EU-funded projects, basic video editing, and experience with WordPress, Brevo or Mailchimp are all desirable.

Conditions

The position reports to the Director General of AnaEE-ERIC. It is a permanent contract under French law, linked to the completion of AgroServ (expected in August 2028), with a four-month probation period, renewable once. The anticipated start date is January 2027. Non-EU nationals must hold a valid full-time work permit for France at the time of application, or be demonstrably in a position to obtain one by the end of October 2026 at the latest. AnaEE-ERIC offers a competitive salary and benefits, two days of remote work per week after six months of seniority, and a relocation package where appropriate.

Research Field Communication sciences » Graphic communication Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Communication sciences » Science communication Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Environmental science » Ecology Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• Master's degree in communication, media, graphic design or equivalent experience
• Strong graphic design skills, shown through a portfolio (internships, academic projects, associations and freelance work all count)
• Excellent organisational skills: able to manage several projects, contributors and deadlines at once
• Proficiency in Canva, Microsoft and Affinity (equivalent to Adobe Creative Suite)
• Excellent oral and written English and strong copywriting skills (CEFR C2)
• Experience managing social media accounts for an organisation, association or project
• Autonomy, curiosity and a collaborative attitude in an international team AnaEE-ERIC
• Interest in environmental sciences, sustainability and science communication
• Familiarity with EU-funded projects (Horizon Europe, Erasmus+ or similar)
• Basic video creation and editing for social media
• Familiarity with WordPress, Brevo or Mailchimp
• Knowledge of another language will be an asset

Specific Requirements

This position will be under the hierarchical responsibility of the Director General of AnaEE-ERIC. It will be a permanent contract linked to the completion of the AGROSERV project (expected in August 2028), with a probation period of 4 months, renewable once, under French law. Non-EU nationals must have a valid full-time work permit for France at the date of their application or in demonstrable position to get it by the end of October 2026 at the latest

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Other Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING

• Competitive salary and benefits, and a vibrant workplace in the heart of France with a strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Two days of remote work authorized per week, after 6 months of seniority, according to our telework charter
• A benefit package including a comprehensive health insurance, pension liability, public transportation subsidies, Ticket Restaurant
• A relocation package will be offered when appropriate, according to the existing rules in AnaEE-ERIC, and compliant with the French law
• The opportunity to work in world-leading international research institution with state-of-the-art facilities.
• Access to collaborative projects with academic and industrial partners across Europe.
• A supportive environment that fosters professional growth and development.

Eligibility criteria

Non-EU nationals must have a valid full-time work permit for France at the date of their application or in demonstrable position to get it by the end of October 2026 at the latest.

The full documentation as required in the detailled job description is required; failure to send any of the document will result in no-consideration of the application.