Communication Officer - European University Association

The European University Association (EUA) represents around 850 universities and higher education associations in 47 countries. Located in Brussels, the EUA secretariat is comprised of around 35 staff members.
EUA's mission is to promote the development of a coherent system of education and research at the European level through studies, projects and services to members.

EUA is looking for a
Communication Officer (Full-time)

The Communication, Marketing and Events unit is currently seeking a highly motivated communication professional to join the team:

Communication Officer – Publication Officer/Webmaster

Responsibilities

Publications

• Producing and annual planning of EUA publications (all coordination with external design and printing agencies)
• Online creation of and dissemination of the EUA newsletter
• Creation and dissemination of the internal weekly e-newsletter
• Quality control and final proofreading of all published documents

Webmaster

• Technical updating of the content and structure of the EUA website
• Ensuring the daily management of the website
• Drafting news for the member and partner section of the website and newsletter
• Development and feeding content for the EUA extranet

Social Media

• Responsible for implementing EUA's Twitter activities and for supporting future development of EUA social media activities

Background and qualifications

• At least two years' experience in communications, publications/design issues or editing, preferably in higher education or research
• Native English speaker, good knowledge of French, any other European language an asset
• Good knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and CMS systems
• Good knowledge of social media
• Strong planning and organisational skills, and the ability to work efficiently to deadlines
• Good social and communication skills
• A dynamic and conscientious team-player who is able to work autonomously on multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• An interest in European higher education and research

EUA is looking to make this appointment as soon as possible.

The Association offers a permanent position under Belgian law, and an attractive package of benefits including lunch vouchers and a pension scheme.

If you are interested in the position, please submit your CV and cover letter to Ulrike Reimann at the following email address: info@eua.be by 30 October 2014.

EUA regrets that we are not able to acknowledge all applications received. Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview.