Junior Communication Assistant At Voluntary Organisations in Cooperation in Emergencies

Job Description:

The Junior Communication Assistant will support the work of the Brussels-based VOICE Secretariat. Working in an international team, the Junior Communication Assistant will gain insights into the functioning of a large European humanitarian NGO network with 87 members from 19 European countries, communicate with a variety of target audiences, and contribute to VOICE’s influencing of humanitarian policy at EU and Member States level.

Start date: 8 November 2022

Duration: 3 months (including the possibility of extension)

Tasks:

• Support the Senior Communication Officer in the implementation of the Communication Strategy and Social Media Strategy
• Support in writing the monthly internal newsletter, the public newsletter and gathering members’ inputs for the bi-annual magazine on current humanitarian topics
• Support in tracking and monitoring communication channels
• Support in maintaining the VOICE website and database up to date
• Support in developing VOICE communication tools and improving the database of visuals (infographics, icons, photos)
• Draft and edit communication documents (e. g. press releases, publications, social media posts)
• Research and follow up on current policy topics related to humanitarian aid
• Monitor political and institutional developments relevant to humanitarian assistance
• Support the Secretariat’s Team in gathering field-based evidence from members’ operations
• Support the organisation of diverse meetings including minutes-taking
• Provide support to the VOICE Secretariat in administration and any other relevant tasks

Requirements:

• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Strong communication skills
• Proficient user of Social Media (Twitter, LinkedIn)
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office package
• Familiarity with Graphic Design software (e. g. CANVA, Photoshop, Indesign) and content management systems
• Excellent IT skills
• Motivated team player

Highly desirable:

• Fluent in French is an asset

What we offer:

• Full-time contract for three months with the possibility of extension.
• An international team.
• A balanced home office versus office working environment.