WHY WORK FOR GIGAEUROPE
This is an opportunity to join one of the most dynamic industries within the digital ecosystem – the connectivity industry. And it gives you the chance to shape the organisation and propel its growth at what is truly the most exciting time to join GIGAEurope. You will be part of a team who is motivated to make a difference to the benefit of its members and a variety of external stakeholders. You will work in an international and dynamic environment on a wide diversity of European topics, while having the space for personal development.
JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
Responsible for the development and implementation of the communication strategy of the organisation.
Key responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the communication and branding strategy of the organisation, using both online and offline tools
- Support the aims and activities of the association through relevant communication to the members and external stakeholders
- Enhance the organisation’s visibility, reputation and image as a strong and respected voice of the connectivity industry
- Create dynamic content, including articles, press releases, speeches, event scripts, interviews, videos and photos
- Support digital communication by managing the organisation’s website, social media and newsletters
- Organise online and offline meetings and events
- Build and maintain an extensive and active external network and support cooperation with relevant industrial and trade organisations and with media
- Lead efforts to coordinate communication activities with the association’s members and external stakeholders
- Provide efficient and effective daily administrative office management.
Skills and personality
- Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree
- 7-10 years of relevant experience
- Excellent written and spoken English, other European languages desirable
- Keen interest in writing and ability to translate complex issues into accessible and compelling material
- Proficiency working with social media is essential (experience working with WordPress and other cloud applications would be a plus)
- Excellent communication, research and project management skills
- Result-oriented, proactive team-player with strong diplomatic and social skills
- Self-driven with a positive outlook, a clear focus on high quality, creativity and flexibility
- Independent and accountable
- Ability to juggle different tasks at the same time and to respect deadlines, able to respond to urgent issues when needed.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The contract will have an unlimited duration. The assignment will start as soon as possible. The gross salary is in line with that of a Brussels-based trade association, on the basis of a full-time job of 39 hours per week.
APPLICATION
Please send your CV and a motivation letter in English, by e-mail to office@gigaeurope.eu, subject “Application: Communications Officer”, by Thursday, 15th October 2020. Job interviews will be organised on Teams/Zoom.
The application process at GIGAEurope includes a background check regarding, but not limited to, employment, education and reference checks.
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