Communications and New Media Officer
Wilfried Martens Centre
Start date
April 2025
About the Organisation
Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies is the official think tank of the European People’s Party (EPP), the largest political party in Europe. Established in 2007, the Centre is named after Wilfried Martens, a founding member of the EPP and former Prime Minister of Belgium, who played a key role in advancing European integration.
Martens Centre focuses on shaping the future of Europe by promoting centre-right, pro-European policies. Its mission is to provide policy advice, stimulate debate on key EU issues, and develop solutions to challenges facing the European Union and its member states. The Centre is committed to supporting the principles of freedom, democracy, the rule of law, solidarity, and a social market economy.
About the role
Communications and New Media Officer plays a pivotal role in enhancing the organization’s visibility, fostering stakeholder engagement, and delivering impactful digital and traditional communication strategies. This position focuses on creating and managing content across various platforms, including social media, newsletters, websites, and press materials while contributing to the development of innovative communication campaigns.
Responsibilities
- Assisting the Communications Team in setting up its communication strategy and in managing the Centre’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, SoundCloud)
- Coordinating and managing the social media promotion of the Centre’s products and events (publications, conferences, seminars, large annual events)
- Assisting in the development of communications campaigns and strategies related to the Martens Centre’s research and events
- Contributing to the production and development of the Centre’s multi-media products (Videos, Podcasts)
- Monitoring analytics and performance of the Martens Centre in new media, suggesting strategies and contributing to expanding our content outreach
- Managing and coordinating the live coverage of the Centre’s events on its social media platforms
- Monitoring and preparing our participation in awards/rankings competitions
- Assisting the Communications Team in developing new ideas and initiatives according to the most recent communication trends
Skills, Competencies & Experience
- 5+ years of work experience in new media, marketing, and communications
- Excellent fluency in English, with proven writing skills; knowledge of additional languages is welcome
- Excellent mastery of social media management tools and techniques
- Experience in drafting communications/new media/marketing strategies
- Excellent analytical and organisational skills combined with a creative and innovative mindset
- Good knowledge of European and international politics as well as familiarity with the history and traditions of the Christian Democrat, Conservative and like-minded political parties of the EPP
- Committed and flexible team player, able to work in a multi-national environment, deliver on short notice and multitask
- Availability to travel on short notice is an asset
Required Qualifications
- University Degree in Political Science, Social Sciences, PR and Communications and related Fields
Compensation & Benefits
- Attractive Benefits Package
- Other Benefits
Working locations
- Remotely working in Brussels Belgium
How to apply
- Send an email to [email protected] with a CV and a cover letter by 28th February 2025 at 11:59 PM
Interviews
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview
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