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The European Biogas Association (EBA) is looking for a motivated professional with 1-3 year experience in the communication field to join our team on a full time basis as of January 2021.

 

Tasks & Responsibilities

The candidate will assist the communications manager in implementing the marketing, communication, and public relations strategy aimed at strengthening EBA mission and vision. He/she will bring fresh ideas to the table to engage with EBA key target audiences through a variety of channels and ensure large visibility of EBA communication actions. The candidate will also coordinate communication activities with the technical and policy teams. His/her main responsibilities will be:

• Assisting in the production and dissemination of content including newsletter articles, press releases, reports and promotional materials.
• Updating EBA website and managing social media with fresh and interactive content.
• Supporting the organisation and promotion of EBA events and campaigns.
• Supporting EBA internal communication activities (intranet, working groups, etc).
• Performing communication tasks for EU projects.

Essential Skills & Qualities

• Degree in Communications/Marketing Communications.
• Excellent command of English, any other language is a definite plus.
• Knowledge of CMS, desktop publishing software and marketing platforms (WordPress, InDesign, Mailchimp).
• Savvy of new developments in public relations/social media.
• Capable networker with confidence and fluency to communicate with external audiences.
• Multitasker, quick-learner and ready to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure and towards tight deadlines.
• Team player, proactive, self-starter.
• The candidate will have to demonstrate that he/she has the right to live and work in Belgium.

What would be considered a definite plus?

• Knowledge of the renewable energy sector.
• Knowledge of multi-social posting programs such as Hootsuite.
• Basic knowledge of shooting photos/videos, audio recording and editing.
• Previous communication experience in EU projects.

We offer

• A stimulating and dynamic international environment.
• Hands-on experience on communication for an EU association.
• Opportunities to develop skills and understanding of the fast-moving EU energy sector.
• Expertise about the EU’s energy & climate policy.
• A remuneration package suited to your experience.

How to apply?

Please send your CV (no Europass format) and cover letter (max. 2 pages) to Vinciane Perot (perot@europeanbiogas.eu) by 31 October with the subject ‘YOUR NAME – EBA Communications Officer’.

Interviews will take place remotely during the second half of November.

Please consider that only the selected CVs will be notified for further process and interview.