Communications Manager
Natural Mineral Waters Europe
About the Organisation
Natural Mineral Waters Europe (NMWE) is the voice of the natural mineral and spring water industry in Europe. It represents producers and stakeholders who are committed to the protection, sustainable management, and responsible consumption of Europe’s natural water resources. NMWE works to ensure that natural mineral and spring waters maintain their reputation for purity, quality, and environmental stewardship.
NMWE’s members include major industry players, regional associations, and companies involved in the production of natural mineral and spring waters. The organization operates through committees, task forces, and working groups focused on areas like sustainability, regulation, and market development.
About the role
Communications Manager role at NMWE (Natural Mineral Waters Europe) likely involves overseeing internal and external communications strategies to enhance the organization's reputation and support its goals
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the communications strategy approved by the Board;
- Design internal and external communication tools, including press releases, news articles, social media content, blog entries, brochures, and newsletters, and provide supporting content and toolkits for members where appropriate;
- Identify and address relevant Communications target audiences, such as third-party stakeholders (Media, NGOs,). Help develop and maintain effective relationships with them through proactive Communications plans;
- Design and coordinate specific Communication outreach activities;
- Provide insights and regular information to the membership on any issue of interest to the industry via dedicated messaging, newsletters, etc.;
- Lead, execute,d and further developed NMWE’s social media strategy;
- Maintain and update NMWE’s website regularly. Write and provide content and further implement SEO strategy in cooperation with NMWE’s agency;
- Work in close cooperation with the Public Affairs Officer to leverage opportunities and support her in the development and implementation of NMWE’s Public Affairs strategy;
- Monitor for industry-related issues and support NMWE in proactive planning and issues and crisis management;
- Serve as staff liaison to the Chairpersons of NMWE’s Communications Committee and coordinate its meetings (agenda, material, action points);
- Assist NMWE’s other Committees in meeting their objectives and promoting their achievements.
Skills, Competencies & Experience
- 3-5 years of experience in the communication
- Knowledge of EU structure and decision-making process (ideally acquired in the course of an internship or a previous position with an EU institution);
- Previous experience in the beverage or FMCG sector is an advantage;
- English native speaker and equivalent, other languages (in particular German) is an advantage.
- Proactive and capable of exercising leadership;
- Excellent communication skills with ability to speak and write clearly and concisely;
- Ability to take initiative and think creatively;
- Good organizational skills with attention to detail;
- Self-starter and independent;
- Ability to respond to urgent media inquiries or emergency situations efficiently;
- Service-oriented;
- Team player and flexible person;
- Knowledge of key EU institutions, decision-making process, and media;
- Practical experience managing social media channels, maintaining websites and intranet platforms;
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to use digital and social media communication tools;
- Practical experience in the areas of public affairs and stakeholder management is an advantage.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s Degree
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary Benefits Package
Working locations
- Hybrid model, working in the Brussels office and remotely
How to apply
- Send an email to [email protected] with a CV and a cover letter by 28th January 2025 at 5 pm
Interviews
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview