The European Liberal Forum asbl (ELF), the political foundation of the ALDE Party, is Recruiting a interim Communication Manager to join its secretariat in Brussels.
ELF is the political foundation of the ALDE Party. Together with 46 member organisations, it works all over Europe to bring new liberal ideas into the political debate, to provide a platform for discussion and to enable citizens to make their voices heard. Through its activities, it promotes a free, open and future-oriented liberal Europe.
The position is a maternity leave covering six months (February – July 2021).
Communication Manager
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the implementation of tactical communications (external and internal newsletters, social media, website update, reoccurring events);
- Oversee the implementation of a new website and new branding strategy, in support of the Communications and Digital Officer;
- Manage paid and earned press relations in coordination with respective unit strategies;
- Develop and implement proactive campaigns and dissemination plans in support of ELF’s products;
- Support communications requests (regarding strategy, design, content and outreach) stemming from ELF units;
- Handle supplier relations for ELF secretariat and support MO communications outputs;
- Actively develop new ELF communications products;
- Manage the ELF Communications calendar and a team of two: Communications and Digital Officer and Communications intern;
- Monitor internal KPIs for outreach and impact, reporting to the Executive Director and providing documents for board meetings and general assemblies;
Requirements
- Advanced degree in Communication, Journalism, or equivalent;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Professional experience in communication of at least 4 years;
- Experience in the creation of content for and maintenance of websites and social networks;
- Experienced in project management focusing on communications, coordinating teams and setting clear deadlines and objectives for others to follow
- Fluent English. Knowledge of French and/or German an asset;
- Experience in the European media and/or PR environment;
- Able to multitask and prioritise own workload;
- Able to communicate effectively with internal stakeholder teams and efficiently manage and solve any challenges that arise;
- Affinity for liberal ideas.
Our offer
ELF is offering a six month contract with extra-legal benefits under Belgian labour law with a competitive negotiable salary, depending on experience
Ideal starting date: 12th February 2021
Applications
Please send your application, including your CV, cover letter and availability to start, by Friday 29th January 2019, 12:00 PM (noon), to the attention of Daniel Kaddik, ELF Executive Director.
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