Communications Officer

European Association of Manufacturing Technologies

About the Organisation

CECIMO is the leading umbrella organisation representing the European manufacturing technology sector, driving innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. CECIMO specialises in EU regulatory and policy issues, mainly in the fields of industrial policy, sustainability, digitalisation, research and innovation, skills, and trade. We actively contribute to EU policy-making by participating in agenda setting, policy development, and implementation.

In addition, CECIMO addresses other relevant topics such as smart manufacturing, factory of the future, internet of things, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and additive manufacturing. We organise high-profile industry events, publish key findings, and engage with policymakers, researchers, and companies to ensure that our sector remains at the forefront of innovation and progress.

About the role

Communications Officer to support the CECIMO Secretariat with communication tasks and provide operational assistance in event organisation and office management. The successful candidate should be pragmatic, forward-thinking, a self-starter, and solution-oriented, with excellent organisational skills, including the ability to plan and monitor the progress of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and assess campaigns focusing on policy issues and promote awareness of the industry sector
• Ensure clear, effective, and seamless communication with members and key stakeholders within the value chain.
• Create high-quality communication materials, including press releases, newsletters, and social media posts.
• Oversee the website’s maintenance, ensuring timely updates and improvements with fresh content.
• Create engaging written, video, and visual content, including infographics, across the association's website and social media platforms.
• Handle the layout, editing, and production of different publications, promotional materials (flyers, brochures, corporate materials).
• Support the organisation of events, including planning, logistics, content, sponsoring, budget, materials preparation, and vendor coordination.
• Manage office supplies, equipment, and ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the office 

Skills, Competencies, & Experience

Qualifications, Skills and Competences:  

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in communications.
• Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of French would be a strong advantage. 
• Excellent knowledge of communication software such as Canva, Adobe Suite and other digital image or video editing tools, including AI based tools would be an asset.
• Excellent knowledge of a web content management system (CMS), preferably WordPress. Preferably, knowledge of SEO. Good knowledge of Google Analytics.
• Experience in managing and executing email marketing campaigns, including newsletters and audience engagement, with a strong focus on HubSpot.
• Very good knowledge of MS Office (particularly Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). 
• Experience in managing social media accounts and running social media campaigns.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with attention to detail. 
• Ability to handle confidential information with tact and diplomacy. 

Required Qualifications

• Academic background in communication, events management, administration, or project management. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with a benefits package.
• Opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive, stimulating, and international environment. 
• Participation in industry events and networking opportunities. 

Conditions of employment

• You must have the right to work in the EU

Working locations

• Hybrid model, working in the Brussels office and remotely

How to apply

• Please send your application to Mr Damir Glas at [email protected] by 22nd April 2025.
• Your application should include a one-page cover letter and a CV (in English) merged into a single PDF document.

Interviews

• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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