Communications and Events Coordinator

European Partnership for Democracy

Length of contract
6 month

Start date
August 2025

About the Organisation

European Partnership for Democracy (EPD) is a non-profit organization that supports democracy worldwide. Headquartered in Brussels, EPD serves as a network of European civil society organizations working to promote democratic governance, political participation, and human rights.

About the role

The Communications and Events Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies, managing digital and traditional communication channels, and organizing events that support the organization's objectives. The role requires strong communication skills, event planning expertise, and the ability to engage with stakeholders effectively

Responsibilities

Communications:

• Leading on communications activities of the WYDE Civic Engagement project and the Youth Democracy Cohort in coordination with the team of the project, including on visibility at events;
• Follow up on the current communications strategy and communications guidelines for the WYDE Civic Engagement project;
• Supporting the communication of EPD members in the context of the WYDE Civic Engagement project in cooperation with the WYDE Civic Engagement project team;
• Supporting the organisation and logistics of events organised in the framework of the WYDE Civic Engagement project;
• Monitoring and posting on social media, feeding and updating the Youth Democracy website, and conduct in-depth analysis for the project programme channels;
• Ensuring the visibility of the Youth Democracy Cohort through support and assistance to partner organisations (grants, cluster organisations, etc.);
• Supporting the development of infographics, deliverable, and other graphic design works as well as other aspects linked to the visual identity;
• Developing and implementing strategic communications campaigns about specific topics if required.

General Communications:

• Line management of the EPD Communications and Events team;
• Reviewing and updating the corporate communication of EPD;
• Planning and implementing the EPD communications strategy in cooperation with Communications colleagues;
• Assessing and reporting on the effectiveness of communication strategies and events; 
• Providing advice and supporting daily communications work of the Communications and Events team;
• Assisting and ensuring fluent EPD internal communications to facilitate the flow of information among EPD Members, including by supporting in the coordination of the EPD communications working group;
• Support for proofreading and editing papers and reports;
• As with all members of the team, assisting with general tasks in the office and in preparing for events; 
• Providing other kinds of assistance as requested.

Management:

• EPD Management team and the Communications and Events team;
• Ensure smooth communication within Communications and Events team;
• Create processes when needed and ensure the current ones are being followed.

Skills, Competencies & Experience

• Professional with a minimum of 5 years of proven experience in the Communications and Events field as well as experience in managing a team;
• Very good knowledge of online tools (websites, social media, monitoring tools) and how to use them and how to use analysis and monitoring tools (platforms we work with: WordPress, Canva, the Adobe package, hootsuite, Matomo);
• Proven interest in democracy in Europe and globally either through previous research or advocacy experience (ideally both) is an asset,
• Proficiency in written English and French; English mother tongue is an asset;
• Strong analytical skills and writing skills;
• Cooperative attitude and strong work ethic;
• Motivation to learn and contribute to EPD’s work and share our values;
• Creativity and enthusiasm to work with colleagues as part of a dynamic team.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree

Compensation & Benefits

• 30 days Annual Leave Plus 3 days extra-legal Holiday
• Lunch Vouchers EUR 8,00 
• Employee Contribution EUR 1,09
• Public Transportation Monthly EUR 52
• Staff Granted Monthly Teleworking Allowance of EUR 154,74
• Additional Monthly Contribution of EUR 20,00 Private Internet Connection
• Maternity Coverage

Conditions of employment

• You need to be eligible to work in Belgium

Working locations

• Remotely working in Brussels, Belgium

How to apply

• Send an email to [email protected] with a CV and a cover letter, your 1st & Last Name, with the subject line " EPD Communications and Events Coordinator" by 15th April 2025 at 11:59 PM

Interviews

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The interview will held on 21st April & 27th April 2025

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