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.

How to apply

Please email your application in English to voice@voiceeu.org by 25 October 2022 at the latest, with Junior Assistant Communication in the subject line, as well as your name and surname, and include:

  • A cover letter of maximum one page outlining your motivation for the position.
  • A CV of maximum two pages including two to three references.

We will review applications on a rolling basis. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Thanks a lot for your understanding and your interest.

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